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  1. Pre-Clinical Fears

    cnmbfa replied to student1901's topic in General Students

    I am a faculty member, and teach clinical. Freezing is normal. Being scared is a GOOD sign, because it means you take this seriously. I have had students be so nervous the first day their hands were...

  2. How do nurse clinical usually work?

    cnmbfa replied to ImThatGuy's topic in General Students

    ImThatGuy No, this is very logical and very necessary. Think about this: How in the world can you expect to safely care for someone without having researched their condition, understanding their...

  3. For those thinking about becoming a second career nurse

    cnmbfa replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

    You are to be applauded for doing your homework and for coming into this with your eyes wide open. You seems to have given some real thought to what this entails. As a nursing faculty member, it...

  4. Duty to catch 'em?

    cnmbfa replied to Music in My Heart's topic in General Nursing

    I should have clarified that this is when they are walking a normal sized person with a safety belt, like when getting a newly deliverd PP Mom up to the bathroom the first time who may faint. I also...

  5. Duty to catch 'em?

    cnmbfa replied to Music in My Heart's topic in General Nursing

    In skills lab we teach our students how to safely lower a patient down your extended leg without hurting your back. we then go out in the hall and practice it on each other several times. We are big...

  6. Silly question ??

    cnmbfa replied to Elleveein's topic in General Nursing

    This is not a silly question. Are you are referring to persons who help out new Moms in the first week or so at home, get up at night for feedings, etc.? If yes, they may call themselves "baby...

  7. Education Needed?

    cnmbfa replied to greenfiremajick's topic in General Nursing

    A Masters in Health Care administration, while probably useful, does not necessarily add anything to your ability to practice as a nurse. I doubt you will ever regret having a BSN, because it will...

  8. LPN/ADN Schools in Washington State that DO NOT require pre requisites!

    cnmbfa replied to Jeninejones's topic in General Students

    Sorry, I misunderstood the question. You can tell though that I am frustrated by all the queries here looking for a fast, easy, and unrealistic path to becoming a

  9. Help! How many hours a week can a full time student work???

    cnmbfa replied to gburgess516's topic in General Students

    The BSN program I teach in is on a quarter system. Students are admitted directly into the NU program, which means they do not take prereqs and then reapply to get into nursing. If they stay on...

  10. Online Programs A Scam?

    cnmbfa replied to xInspiredx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Go to the state Board of Nursing website and see if graduates of the program are approved to take the NCLEX exam. If no, stay away. Even if yes, other states may not let you get a license if you move...

  11. Help! How many hours a week can a full time student work???

    cnmbfa replied to gburgess516's topic in General Students

    The program I teach in suggests no more than 20 hours per week once you start clinicals in Sophomore year. While some students manage more than this, they either struggle academically, or are grouchy...

  12. Tb skin test and varicella titer

    cnmbfa replied to ThatGuyTom's topic in General Students

    HINT: Make about 10 copies of the Varicella titer and keep them where you can find them easily. You will need to submit this to every single agency and employer you encounter for the rest of your...

  13. Issues with MMR requirement...

    cnmbfa replied to Halibel's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hint for everyone: if you get the titers done, make a bunch of copies and keep them in a file. You will need to prove to every agency and every program you encounter for the rest of your life that...

  14. LPN/ADN Schools in Washington State that DO NOT require pre requisites!

    cnmbfa replied to Jeninejones's topic in General Students

    Excuse me, but... How do you expect to be able to understand complex physiology without taking college biology first? Drugs or IV solutions without chemistry? Medication calculations without...

  15. Master's after 40, is it worth it?

    cnmbfa replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Huh? Think of it this way: you have at least 27 more years of career ahead of you; why shouldn't you go for it? A Masters from a good school can open all kinds of doors for you. (I would be...

  16. NP in less than 2 years. Seeking programs

    cnmbfa replied to Barinbass's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Be careful what you wish for. Advanced practice programs expect you to learn an overwhelming amount each and every semester. I went over three years and worked 20-30 hours per week, and could barely...

  17. Are You a Member of the allnurses.com Grammar Police?

    cnmbfa replied to PacoUSA's topic in Nursing Humor

    Thank you for bringing this up. Sadly, more than a few of the posts here are misspelled or have grammar errors; some make me wonder how the writer ever made it through freshman composition. I often...

  18. Why Didn't You Go To Med School?

    cnmbfa replied to Missy BSN's topic in Nursing Career

    I could tell when age was catching up to me, because I got asked this less often! My variation was "You're so smart, why aren't your a doctor?" As I found my voice as a nurse, I was more and more...

  19. Tired of the CNA Lecture *Mini-rant*

    cnmbfa replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

    Here is the faculty take on the CNA issue. It can be a MAJOR DIs-advantage. Here's why. The person who is a CNA may very well have learned some bad habits and/or have a very poor knowledge base,...

  20. Looking for Non GRE, direct entry, online NP program for RNs with a non nursing BS

    cnmbfa replied to dxbtocvg's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Some places frown on doing clinical at the same place where you work; just be aware of this. I agree that FNP is not the best fit if you want to practice in a

  21. Urgent help needed regarding the NCLEX...

    cnmbfa replied to drjoey's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Be aware of one pitfall as you help her. The questions are written from a nursing point of view, and are based on the nursing process, not medical knowledge. Therefore, looking at questions from...

  22. I need some tips on how to start my career, please, please help me.

    cnmbfa replied to Mrs.Martinelli's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with the idea of volunteering or shadowing a nurse so you can get an idea of what the job entails. Or consider interviewing an NICU nurse for a school paper. Next summer look into being an...

  23. Can I have multiple ear piercings?

    cnmbfa replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in General Students

    I teach in a BSN program. The hospitals we are affiliated with have dress policies that allow one pair of studs. They also call for hair tied back, clean & pressed uniforms, and no visible...

  24. Upcoming male CNM student seeking perspective

    cnmbfa replied to MaineMan88's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    In the past I worked with an excellent, highly respected midwife who happened to be a guy. He has been in the field for years. When I left a CNM job, I was replaced by a male. So no, you will not be...

  25. Moving to Milwaukee?

    cnmbfa replied to tcmarshall's topic in General Nursing

    Milwaukee is a wonderful city, with plenty to do especially in the summer. Downtown is doing well, with lots of new condos, restaurants, etc. Lovely parks and beaches along the lake, festivals every...