DDRN4me

DDRN4me

pedi, pedi psych,dd, school ,home health

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About DDRN4me

DDRN4me specializes in pedi, pedi psych,dd, school ,home health.


nurse, mom, Nana to Jack, Juliet, Mackenzie and Hailey,teacher in CNA program, adjunct professor in BSN program

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  1. I want to go back to school?!

    I am currently working 5 days a week while in my last semester of my MSN in Nursing Education. Yes, it is a huge time commitment. Plan to study at least 4 hours per credit hour per week. That said, there are many online programs in Nursing Leadership...
  2. Brian Short News

    So sad and tragic. He will be missed by all of us who spoke to him online, he seemed like such a kind and caring person. Prayers to his family and friends.
  3. Quizlet or Study Blue?

    My Students use quizlet for vocab testing and do enjoy it more than traditional flash cards or other study aides. I have never heard of Study Blue but will look into it now!
  4. RN-MSN program at Aspen University

    I am considering Aspen, as well as Regis and a brick and mortar. I currently teach in an LPN program, and love it! I would love to hear feedback from aspen graduates, both pro & con. Thanks!!!
  5. The CEO said WHAT!!!!

    I once had a CFO (who, for some unkown reason was in charge of the nursing department) tell me that we were "a draining, bleeding wound in the budget. " i thanked her and reminded her kindly that without a Nursing department her facility would not e...
  6. A REAL Nurse

    As a current nurse manager, I can easily see why some would think that I no longer "work in the trenches". But in my speciality, I still do and love it. I try not to tell my family's caregivers that I am a nurse, since I am so specialized. Funny, tho...
  7. How many hours do you work?

    give it a try... iwork >45 hours a week and get soo bummed that i dont have much time for anything. oh how i miss shopping in the middle of the week; or going out to lunch...or spending a rainy day in my sewing room or a sunny one in my garden!
  8. I have always used humor to attempt to relax the patient a little. most will respond to that. "Sorry I have to ask this bit dont worry i have been a nurse for a long time and not much surprises me anymore" will usually get a chuckle. I have many ado...
  9. I would definitely not put anything in the spacer. not only is it an infection risk it is also a choking hazared. the "catch the cloud" idea is a good one. I usually just demonstrate taking a "big monster breath" and holding it in. they get it after ...
  10. Seriously, does my office look like a wal-mart???

    It is not the supplies that are the issue. Again; these are not NURSING issues. I know my staff has enough to do caring for the sick kids ..and if it is a medical issue, then by all means come to us. I hate to think another child who really needs us...
  11. have to agree with ericsolon... tread slowly and lightly with this friend. 8 weeks is ridiculous for a d&c. sounds like this person needs some mh counseling. she is overwhelmed and scared. you need to set firm limits NOW with her. (ie; i am avai...
  12. Are there any others who don't 'love' nursing school?

    All i can say to you after many years of experience is learn patience. You are not just learning how to make beds and do peri care etc... you are learning PATIENT care and compassion. if those are missing then you might as well make widgets. yes it ...
  13. Nursing Spectrum Events

    I have been to a couple for the ceus... there were several representatives from companies i would have considered working for if i didnt have a job; a couple of them did call me after i signed their guest book. worth a shot to "scope out" the area yo...
  14. Seriously, does my office look like a wal-mart???

    oh, it could have been me writing this. Kids are not an issue ..staff are !! they want everything from cough drops to safety pins to spatulas...hello we are not your personal supplier!!!
  15. Update from Syracuse

    Funny, I am leaving for Syracuse in the am..my nana lives just outside the city and is turning 100 on monday!!:redpinkheif you are looking for a decent place to go there is an Irish pub called Colemans that my family loves~~