FeliciaRNCPN

FeliciaRNCPN has 5 years experience.

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1. Med-Surg Certification

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in Med-Surg

   Unfortunately I don't have a good answer for that. I looked up CMSRN first and I found a lot of resources to help guide my studying. I saw a lot more support and ways to get ready.

2. Med-Surg Certification

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in Med-Surg

   I did the CMSRN. Good luck on yours! Usually the best was to study is to use recommended study guides by the organization, it can be expensive but at least the hospital will reimburse me.

3. Med-Surg Certification

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in Med-Surg

   Yes! I used the book and review questions recommended by amsn.org. They have a 600 page review book that I read through and a booklet of review questions. I've studied pretty consistently 2-3 hours a week since May and wrote down some notes (I study ...

4. Med-Surg Certification

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in Med-Surg

   What exam are you taking? Med surg? I taking my exam in about 2 weeks I’ll keep you posted!

5. I really want to do the right thing and I need help!

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to HRCRN's topic in Recovery

   I was accused on diverting due to some erratic behavior and one inappropriate phone call made during my time off to my manager. It was absolutely warranted. I had some issues with alcohol at the time. I was aware but scared and it was getting out of ...

6. I really want to do the right thing and I need help!

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to HRCRN's topic in Recovery

   Also if the nurse is giving more narcotics than other nurses, pharmacy is able to see that as well.

7. Therapy Animals to help with Addiction

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to Goodlife29's topic in Recovery

   Having a puppy gave me an extra responsibility and something to sort of be accountable for. The first few months were absolutely horrible. I cried many nights because my very vocal puppy kept me up. She definitely helps with my anxiety and I always l...

8. What do they teach these days in school?!

   FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in HIPAA

   We do online modules about it yearly but i'm guessing most people just skip through it to get it done.

9. What do they teach these days in school?!

   FeliciaRNCPN posted a topic in HIPAA

   I confronted a nurse who was looking up her previous patient who had been transferred to a higher level of care. Her was response was "whatever, I don't even care!" I then explained to her that it was HIPAA violation 1) could be flagged by corporate ...

10. SCRN Experience

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to MurseJJ's topic in Neurological

    I tested this past December and passed! I used the AANN book, review book and fast facts!

11. is CNRN appealing for neuro pediatric nurse recruiter?

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to obitouchiha's topic in Neurological

    Do you have the option of getting pediatric certification? That would probably be the best option.

12. Med-Surg Certification

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to FeliciaRNCPN's topic in Med-Surg

    I just purchased the app! Hoping it will help I also have book recommended by the AMSN and i want to finish that as well. I applied for the test yesterday so I have to get myself in gear. But this isn't my first or second certification. I'm officiall...

13. Returning to work after incident

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to Monkies's topic in Recovery

    I rarely share on this specific forum. But I almost lost a job I loved. Was forced to take some time off to take care of myself and returned almost three months later. I learned no one deserves to know the reason I was gone and over a year later stil...

14. Lewis or Loyola? Cant decide.

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to Zachmat's topic in Illinois

    I graduated from Lewis quite a few years ago. Their program was difficult but I thought they did adequately prepare me for the NCLEX. PM me if you have any specific questions.

15. chemistry minor while BSN program?

    FeliciaRNCPN replied to nursetobequestionmark's topic in General Students

    I thought of doing a psych minor when I was in school for my BSN. I still took many extra psych classes but actually getting a minor was not doable. Just concentrate on your degree and take some extra classes if you can. It did help me keep my GPA hi...