iamaca2000

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1. So...I definitely just failed Med-Surg :(

   iamaca2000 replied to Nursing_Mamacita's topic in General Students

   As a previous nursing instructor I agree with many of the previous posts. Here are some things that may be helpful in the future. First don't just highlight in the book, really digest what you are highlighting. Many of my students highlight in their ...

2. online FIM test

   iamaca2000 replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

   I have done the online FIM test. I passed. Only one of our nurses out of 23 did not get the passing grade. She was able to retake it however. Utilize the algorithms and review sheets. Studying as a group is helpful as well with other nurses and thera...

3. Best Questions to Ask a Potential Employer (Faculty)

   iamaca2000 replied to Mary C's topic in Educators

   Some of the ones I wished I had asked were in regards to expectations outside of the classroom. For example, I wished I had asked more specifics regarding office hours, how many committees I was expected to be on, how many faculty meetings there were...

4. Start Early and Pay More or Wait and Pay Less?

   iamaca2000 replied to NewTexasRN's topic in ADN/BSN

   My question is are you already working as an RN? Maybe it is just me but if you have not worked as a RN for long I would wait to start the MSN program. I think there are too many RNs out there going back to get their MSNs without enough experience un...

5. My Conundrum

   iamaca2000 replied to bearsnurse's topic in Educators

   The questiosn that I was asked by the president included things such as "How do you see yourself incorporating our schools mission and values statement within your curriculum?" or "Do you feel a liberal arts college is the preferable choice for a nur...

6. Is it hard, time consuming, or both?

   iamaca2000 replied to tammy_zeidan09's topic in General Students

   Everyone is different. With this being said if you have taken your general studies courses, there is a direct correlation with doing well in classes such as anatomy and physiology and pass rates of nursing school. This is not for everyone, but it is ...

7. The gross side of nursing..

   iamaca2000 replied to Ashley94's topic in General Nursing

   I got used to all the sites and smells until I became pregnant. Then it didn't matter what I was used to. I sucked on peppermints and put smelling oils under my nose to be able to handle some of the "fabulous" occurences of everyday nursing.

8. "Multi-State"

   iamaca2000 replied to nancy1122's topic in General Nursing

   I would recommend calling the number on their website. You may be on hold for a while, but they will at least send you the important forms that you need to fill out and you can avoid dealing with the confusion on the website.

9. "Multi-State"

   iamaca2000 replied to nancy1122's topic in General Nursing

   Wisconsin is a multi state with several other states regarding your license. For example, it is a multi state with Iowa so you can go work in Iowa with your Wisconsin license as long as you retain living arrangements in Wisconsin. However, it is not ...

10. Nurse Faculty Loan Program

    iamaca2000 posted a topic in Educators

    I was just wondering if anyone on this thread has taken advantage of this loan? I took the loan and have worked one year full time as a faculty member. The problem is I was offered this amazing opportunity in the hospital setting as an educator that ...

11. Quad Cities Nursing

    iamaca2000 replied to shawna_0330's topic in Iowa

    I know this is an old post but I thought I would let you know when I applied at Genesis last year I had 2 years of experience as a BSN. I was offered 24$/hr no bonus, and any kind of scrubs. I think it depends on the unit though. I am unsure of Tri...

12. Wage Freeze

    iamaca2000 replied to island40's topic in Iowa

    Mercy in Dubuque has not had a freeze. There are positions available now for new grads.

13. Is MSN worth it?

    iamaca2000 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have always wanted to get my masters. I have applied and been accepted 3 different times for my MSN in nurse education, and keep backing out at the last minute due to funds or moving. Any MSN people out there that find it not worth the money or the...

14. Why do people go into nursing? Is it just the money?

    iamaca2000 replied to zoo*moon's topic in General Nursing

    I have to admit, money was a thought in my head when I went into nursing. Unfortunately no one told me that Iowa is the worst paid state in the US for pay. I tried something out of nursing for about six months and I have to admit it was easy. I love...

15. Any Iowa OR nurses on this site??

    iamaca2000 replied to RNERHOUSESUPOR's topic in Iowa

    Mercy-Dubuque have had a couple in the past months. You could apply there. Otherwise, I know that Genesis in the quad city are also has some. Hope this helps.