classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. Evidence-Based Practice...your thoughts

    classicdame replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I "believe" in it, just like Florence Nightingale did > 100 years ago. Whenever I write policies I reference the evidence. Whenever I teach I reference the evidence. Staying on top of the...

  2. bsn...Excited, but now starting to feel depress...

    classicdame replied to ertlbsn's topic in General Nursing

    Remember, this site does not represent every nurse in every location or situation. And it could be the people who have had positive experiences do not feel compelled to participate in the threads. So,...

  3. FL New Grad worried about multiple DUI's

    classicdame replied to Eve84RN's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I doubt the BON will answer specifically enough to satisfy you. They will want to consider lots of factors. I think you may have a good chance of being successful and recommend you worry only when,...

  4. Help me think this through

    classicdame replied to mustlovepoodles's topic in General Nursing

    First: the correct spelling is protocol. No 'a'. Next, you have to find standards for every protocol and reference them. That way, they are not "your" words and it shows you made an effort to...

  5. "Will you fix me?"

    classicdame replied to NrsLucky's topic in General Nursing

    yes. Pedi patients really tug at your heart. The good news is, you KNOW you are doing something positive for them. Hugs and kisses work wonders too, but make sure you have witnesses!!! I always asked...

  6. Wish me luck!

    classicdame replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    Continue to seek help as needed. Everyone goes thru this phase and it will resolve when you have confidence in your ability. Good

  7. How would you change Healthcare Delivery?

    classicdame replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    Standardized medicine scares me. What if your situation is not standard? Not opposed to single-payor system but am opposed to deadbeats and foreigners being included at my expense. Please remember...

  8. PLEASE HELP,Need to renew license by end of month

    classicdame replied to Yulie's topic in General Nursing

    go to sites provided by manufacturer's of medical equipment. Like Baxter, Medline, Cardinal, Atrium. They generally have free CE's. Once you have renewed, put on your calendar to do CNE quarterly at a...

  9. Denied employment at agency due to ordered prescriptions

    classicdame replied to RNwithHonors's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    they probably have a policy based on malpractice insurance company's contract with the hospital. In other words, you are a risk because you have the potential to be loaded when you work, take more...

  10. Planning to apply out of state for RN jobs...

    classicdame replied to stephrakrn's topic in General Students

    Texas is hiring. Big cities probably WANT BSN but that does not mean they will not take ADN. Smaller cities have a different market and will hire ADN. Consider cities that are within 100 miles of a...

  11. Community College Associates vs Bachelors

    classicdame replied to nursingstudt21's topic in General Students

    all adult learning is self-learning. That will not change regardless of geography (or different school). Nursing school is hard. Nursing work is harder. Please do not set expectations too

  12. Is this fair? Honest opinions, please.

    classicdame replied to BC913's topic in General Students

    Generation Y at work. This is the generation that got awards for 8th place in soccer so they would feel nice about it. They may feel entitled. Starting nursing school and finishing are another thing....

  13. How can I convince my husband that I NEED to go to nursing school?

    classicdame replied to LifeIsGood76's topic in General Students

    agree with mindlor. Don't read too much in to the conversation. You and he need to sit down and talk and put it on paper. If it does not work now it may be worthwhile in the

  14. Can someone proofread my research paper?

    classicdame replied to lovelpn's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    See if there is a tutor at school. I utilized free English and Journalism majors. They do not have to know about the topic to know if it is well

  15. Afraid I started a hostile situation

    classicdame replied to 33762FL's topic in General Nursing

    Cut the guilt crap. You are not responsible for someone else's behavior. If I were the manager I would want write ups so I would have a paper trail that justified me firing the obnoxious nurse. We...

  16. Continuing education dilemma

    classicdame replied to NyD_RN's topic in General Nursing

    you are asking the wrong people. Every school has advisors for this very reason. Some things may transfer, but will be credited as electives. Every state has a Board that determines what is required...

  17. Student Response to "Court Subpoena"

    classicdame replied to guest042302019's topic in General Students

    get a copy, or know how to access online, your nurse practice act. Read

  18. Neighbors, friends, and family coming by for nursing advice

    classicdame replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I do get asked but my response is generally, "what did your doctor say about

  19. Nurses working overtime

    classicdame replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    many years ago I lived near a hospital where nurses were bringing RV's to work and parking them, with permission, in the back parking lot. It all came to a screeching halt when someone reported they...

  20. Where are the supplies?

    classicdame replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    I used to work nights and the closests that are open all day would be locked at night. Could not access anything. As for Tylenol, we only use unit dose and the Pyxis. The House Sup can get into a...

  21. "the future days"

    classicdame replied to Creamsoda's topic in General Nursing

    robots will bring take specimens to lab, bring meds to/from pharmacy (exists now in some places). Hospital doors will automatically lock at 9 pm and NO ONE can get in without employee badge....

  22. Not chosen by my manager

    classicdame replied to newtotele's topic in General Nursing

    gossip is dangerous. Pretend you did not hear and do your

  23. generic areas of improvement for evaluations

    classicdame replied to pinkfluffybunny's topic in General Nursing

    geez louise. If you got exceeds expectations on everything where is there room for improvement? You might consider teaching others (poster or staff meeting presentation). I always connect mine to the...

  24. Pushed Around..

    classicdame replied to resumecpr's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    don't let people get away with physical force. Inappropriate but I would not involve police unless there was injury or repeated

  25. Kaplan expert message

    classicdame replied to sweetangelnurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    too long to read, but I goto the gist that you are anxious about your test. Wishing you all the