athena55 BSN, RN

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    massage, still done?

    athena55 replied to jo272wv's topic in General Nursing

    Hello All. Well, I am one of those nurses who still offer any and all patients a back-rub. I usually go around after my ten o'clock meds have been passed and before night shift comes in for report ( I...
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    Finally some good news!

    athena55 replied to MCHnurse's topic in Government, Military

    wowowowowowoowow! cool beans! great news! so the end is finally in sight for you! continued success with your remaining school term(s) and enjoy ois! stay safe. athena 77th rrc 8th med bde 4219th...
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    waiver process

    athena55 replied to dm22's topic in Government, Military

    LCDR Dan: Hahahahahahahahahahahaha....my face hurts from the smile and laughter that I got from reading your post !! Stay Safe! Warrior Pride!
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    What age were you when you went to nursing school?

    athena55 replied to Imissthefall's topic in General Nursing

    Hello All! Just saw this thread. Started Nursing School [diploma program] in 1973 when I just turned 18. Obtained my BSN (undergraduate degree # 2) when I was 43 Working on my NP at the grand young...
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    anyone?

    athena55 replied to millerb's topic in Government, Military

    Hello millerb: Not sure what you are asking....I know that, for instance, Bally's (that exercise chain,) has prior enlisted working now as trainers. I specifically asked for someone with prior service...
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    Pros/Cons of Army Reserves, Anyone?

    athena55 replied to ChristineN's topic in Government, Military

    Hello everyone and Happy New Year Just saw this thread. Why don't you call up your local health care recruiter and ask for permission to check out the Reserve Unit while they are at their BA (Battle...
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    CDiff Smell?

    athena55 replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    Pseudomonias....YES it has its own distinct smell PLUS the blue/green color that you see on dressings! I agree with all the above posters: C.diff, melena...Hey, what about that particular smell when...
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    The Risks of Nursing.....

    athena55 replied to mzstacia's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hello. Hospital violence has been around for a long time, be it staff on staff, patient on staff, visitor on staff or patient, visitor on visitor etc. The last time I was attacked was from a young man...
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    Are all nurses that wear white dorks?

    athena55 replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    Hello All: I kind of agree with the above posters. I work at the VA (VISN3) and the uniform of the day is....white pants, any color scrub top. I myself don't much go for the cartoon-style tops,...
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    VA hosptial

    athena55 replied to LatinGirl's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Hello LatinGirl: I currently work for the VA (VISN3) and it depends on your years of experience and educational backgrounds. The Federal government works on a Step and Grade system. Check out this...
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    stethoscopes

    athena55 replied to RNshark's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    hi, here is some information on dual-sided or dual head stethoscopes: they enable simultaneous amplification of certain critical physiological sounds, by alternation between the two...
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    Diabetes and Nursing

    athena55 replied to kdmcook's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hi. Must say I agree with the above posters. This is your life and having diabetes (type I or II) will definitely impact your life later on. I am not saying you must disclose your disease to the other...
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    Eight or Twelve Hour Shifts

    athena55 replied to outcomesfirst's topic in General Nursing

    Hello Everyone! I have been a registered nurse for over 31 years (wow, time sure flies) and I am a 12 hour kind of gal. Nights. Currently I am working at the VA (VISN3) and the hospital doesn't offer...
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    it is OFFICIAL I am going GREEN

    athena55 replied to Gennaver's topic in Government, Military

    :balloons: :rotfl: :roll Gen: WOWOWOWOW that is such cool news. It is about damn time you heard. Congratulations and welcome to ANC! Good luck in your military...
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    ANC bonus

    athena55 posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hello Everyone! I have a question and would appreciate any feedback. This is in regards to my "sign-on" bonus for the ANC. How do I request it? Is there a specific DA form that I need to fill out?...
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    Introduction - I Want to Join the Military and Nobody Understands

    athena55 replied to raskolnikov's topic in Government, Military

    Go Green! (smile) I am partial as I am in the Army Nurse Corps. "ARMY STRONG" Best decision I ever made. Of course, many in my family didn't understand my decision, still don't..... You seem to be a...
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    VA Nurses... how were you hired?

    athena55 replied to wefdm21's topic in Government, Military

    Hello there Wefdm21 When I went in for my interview at the VA (VISN3) I initially saw the nursing administrative assistant, handed in my paperwork, then waited to hear from them. Got a date to...
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    Anyone else having problems with the transition...

    athena55 replied to jamangel's topic in Government, Military

    Hello Jamangel: I am with VISN 3. The major problem I first had when entering the VA system was....A team is assigned to do all the "completes" i.e., complete hygienic care. I am used to doing my own...
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    RNs- Mostly first born? Alcoholic fathers?

    athena55 replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Hello Everyone: First born (adopted) female. Both parents abused alcohol, in fact lots of members of extended family abused ETOH. My younger brother by four years and I do not abuse alcohol. He is...
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    Very Specific ? Regarding Care Plans...I promise

    athena55 replied to RNfromMN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hello Jessica392: Gosh, it has been a number of years since I really wrote out a care plan. Umm, one problem that I see with the nursing diagnosis: Are you saying that all the residents of that...
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    After my first Drill

    athena55 replied to CSHRN's topic in Government, Military

    Hello CSHRN, IraBeaOasis! Currently with 77th RRC, 8th Med Bde/NE MARSG at Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY. Temporarily reassigned there from Fort Dix, 4219th USAH. Going back to Fort Sam, Texas...
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    Anthropology and Nursing?

    athena55 replied to bel613's topic in General Students

    I agree with the above posters. Check out TCNS. I was on course to obtain my Ph.D in Cultural Anthro but quit to focus on my Masters in Nursing (gotta pay those bills, sigh) but I plan to get back...
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    On line nursing degree courses

    athena55 replied to jdeemiky's topic in General Nursing

    HI there! Well, can only speak from my experience and POV: I graduated from a distance based BSN program (I live in NY and attended California State University, Dominguez Hills) and am presently...
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    VA nurses leglislation help

    athena55 replied to dalegirl's topic in Government, Military

    Hello dalegirl: Gee, the VA had published, over the summer, their "Journey of Excellence: Celebrating 75 Years of VA Nursing" their 2006 annual report. Of course you know that the main goal is Safe,...
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    MEPS Today

    athena55 replied to SilverNessima's topic in Government, Military

    Hi there SilverNessima! Yeah, I well remember when I made that trip to MEPS. I call it one of the circles of Hell, sigh. I really, really couldn't believe it when the Doc asked me to jump up on the...