classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. If I hear this one more time, I'm going to lose it!!

    classicdame replied to pixiedu2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    as an Educator I can tell you this phrase has been said so many times that my ears ring. I now respond with, well, we aren't doing it that way from now on! Sometimes I ask what evidence they are using...

  2. Why do we hate admissions?

    classicdame replied to firstinfamily's topic in General Nursing

    another reason could be that before the admit there was a discharge and that, too, is time

  3. burnt out/senioritis

    classicdame replied to Fruit Sucker's topic in General Students

    I remember going thru this. What I did was re-frame my study time from "learning" to "teaching". If I can teach you then I know it. I found other students and family to be my

  4. awards for clinical instructors?

    classicdame replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Students

    Something that would go a long way is a nice note to the Dean. That goes in her employee record and may qualify her for a raise,

  5. Rude physicians

    classicdame replied to amzyRN's topic in General Nursing

    you really need to consult with your supervisor on how this should be handled. Ask if there is a policy regarding bullying or intimidation. Ask how they handle these situations. If it every interferes...

  6. Required health insurance for clinicals

    classicdame replied to bgrin2's topic in General Students

    I would call the registrar's office first, to see whom they will be recommending. They will be getting this question a lot, so may hve something to suggest. Next, I woiuld look for a general...

  7. cna to lpn to rn? or cna to rn?

    classicdame replied to yayita's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you have the resources I recommend going straight for the RN

  8. Why nurses eat their young?

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

    It is not nurses, it is PEOPLE who are rude. They could work anywhere. I am so sick of hearing this

  9. Should high absenteeism be cause to be fired?

    classicdame replied to Emergent's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's a business. If you cannot be depended on to be present, then you obviously need to find another job. Some people do abuse the system. People with chronic isisiues, including caring for family...

  10. Review/Study books for fundamental

    classicdame replied to mnot88's topic in General Students

    be sure to use your textbooks to the fullest capacity. for instance, chapter questions, graphs and grids all are there to help you study. If you are tired of reading then another book may not help....

  11. Staffing decisions

    classicdame replied to tqnurse's topic in Nurse Management

    not in CA but the budget has a lot to do with

  12. how were you able to live (financially) while in nursing school?

    classicdame replied to Nursetobe25's topic in General Students

    I worked full time, but kept my personal expenses to a bare minimum. Got scholarships towards the end of

  13. Benefits of Clinicals w/ partners vs. without.

    classicdame replied to RookieRoo's topic in General Students

    myself - I woudl prefer being alone to be able to ask the nurses more

  14. Pay for parking?

    classicdame replied to Paws2people's topic in General Nursing

    a lot of companies, outside of healthcare, charge for parking. Either that, or you are on your own to compete with hundreds of others. Have you considered public transportation, even if only for part...

  15. Regarding research or Surey

    classicdame replied to MU9090's topic in Research

    you do not offer enough information. What is a nursing graduate tracer? Are you tracking what they do after graduation or what? It would be research if you are trying to disprove an

  16. What's your Myers-Briggs personality type?

    classicdame replied to bekahinpink's topic in General Nursing

    I did my Master's thesis based on this concept, trying to determine if certain personality traits led to nursing as a career, and if certain traits within that group led to choosing one speciality...

  17. RN Program

    classicdame replied to ASpeights1's topic in General Students

    one of the hardest things I see students deal with is time management. It is not like highschool. No one is going to tell you how to prioritize the events in your life and how to fit in the necessary...

  18. Anatomy and Phys!!!

    classicdame replied to eagerbeaver13's topic in General Students

    Brush up with either a text or an A&P for dummies type book. Preparing for success means to follow directions. When you get your syllabus, read it. Carve out essential study time. Focus when you...

  19. Disruptive & talkative students (vent)

    classicdame replied to Little_Bear2013's topic in General Students

    the instructor ought to be able to control the class, either by calling them down, referring them to houserules, asking them to excuse themself, etc. You need to make sure the instructor knows it is a...

  20. linkedin views

    classicdame replied to cherrymom's topic in Nursing Career

    Our HR dept does not have time to do more than the base

  21. Feeling guilty about maternity leave

    classicdame replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    there are MANY nurses who are Moms. Do not feel guilty. It is just your

  22. Continuing education requirements...

    classicdame replied to CamillaG's topic in General Nursing

    Texas requires 20 hours q 2 years, in your area of practice. You have the choice of remaining certified in your area of practice as they assume you are getting CNE to stay certified. My hospital...

  23. How to resign at current RN job??

    classicdame replied to LizzyT22's topic in General Nursing

    talk to HR. They may or may not allow another PRN person. As stated above, they can guide

  24. Oh you're a Nursing student?

    classicdame replied to happyinmyheart's topic in General Students

    agree with smokingkills. Depends on where you are. We have NO shortage here, but we have 5 nursing schools within 50 miles churning them out every few

  25. The imposition of chemical restraints...

    classicdame replied to Nola009's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I do not work in Long term care, but wonder about the Norco order. You would have to assess for pain and then document if the intervention was effective. How can you do that if the patient does not...