MandieDandy

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1. Nurse Needs Job but Faints at Sight of Blood

   MandieDandy replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Nurse Beth

   I work in home health, we do skilled nursing. I have one patient for my shift. In my three years of working, I have not been in a situation where I have even seen blood. Might be a good option for you. Feel free to PM me with questions. Good luck! A...

2. EC College costs seem low but are not worth it

   MandieDandy replied to Keithin PA's topic in Excelsior

   CA is weird about a lot of things I didn't know it was only bc of the clinicals. That changes my opinion somewhat. Thanks for letting me know. I wish I could do an online program, I just can't learn that way . Thanks Pixie!

3. EC College costs seem low but are not worth it

   MandieDandy replied to Keithin PA's topic in Excelsior

   Thanks for your post Keith. I'm so sorry you haven't passed yet. Don't give up!!! I considered EC, however, after hearing many, many, many stories like yours, I am going to go a different route. Also, CA doesn't accept them and I plan on moving back ...

4. Musicians, Artist career changers?

   MandieDandy replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

   Elsa, Hello! I'm a fairly successful talent manager/literary agent and an LPN (starting transition to RN in the fall). I've always been very interested in the medical field; however, I also really love the entertainment business. I started out ...

5. How much do you pay monthly for Health insurance?

   MandieDandy replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in General Students

   I pay $784 monthly. I'm self-employed, just graduated nursing school in December. It's great coverage though. $1500 deductible that only applies to labs/x-rays, no referrals needed for anything. Prescriptions are $10. $4k max out of pocket for the ye...

6. Monitoring Fees/taxes

   MandieDandy replied to willow14's topic in Recovery

   Hello, accountant here (new lpn grad). Only unreimbursed employee expenses related to your job are deductible. An example would be if you paid for your stethoscope. As the expenses you mentioned are required to retain your license, ability to practic...

7. New grad, severe anxiety and depression

   MandieDandy replied to setsuna92's topic in New Nurse

   I'm sorry you're struggling right now. In addition to the other recommendations, there is an amazingly helpful book called "Feeling Good" by Dr. Burns. There is even a workbook you can purchase to do the activities. The book has been extremely helpfu...

8. Help Me Please!

   MandieDandy replied to J3w3lz88's topic in General Students

   I'm a student too and a workaround I've found is to constantly quiz myself. I use every APP and website I can find that tests me (quizlet is great). I love to read for leisure, but nursing textbooks, not so much (and I am fascinated by all things med...

9. Keys to Success for Nursing Students With Disabilities

   MandieDandy replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Students

   Hi there! I have ADD, which I'm well aware is distinctly different; however, I too have trouble with noises. Ticking clock-ugh, kill me now, lol. I also have a lot of trouble with silence. Just a suggestion but what's worked WONDERFULLY for me is a...

10. Nursing Student with Learning Disability

    MandieDandy replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Nurse Beth

    You stated you think you are learning disabled. I would highly suggest getting tested ASAP. I am in nursing school now and have ADD. I have accommodations at school-extra time on exams and I take them in a room by myself. I'm doing great, mostly A's ...