classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. fainting

    classicdame replied to NurseSN45696's topic in General Students

    wear a mask even when it is not required for the procedure. That "barrier" helps you to separate yourself from the event. Remember that your expertise is HELPING the patient, not hurting. Eventually...

  2. How do you know it's really time to specialize?

    classicdame replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    don't think of it as the rest of your life. Think of growing professionally. Growth may lead to all sorts of experiences. As they say, why not go out on a limb? Isn't that where the fruit

  3. interview

    classicdame replied to yesterday's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    a good sign they are willing to move forward. If you are not available to start work when they need you, or if you have paperwork issues that would delay/interfere with work, there is no point in...

  4. Watch what you post on Facebook

    classicdame posted a topic in General Students

    Our facility is now investigating a Facebook thread about nursing students acting inappropriately while on clinical rotation. Remember, social media is not protected by privacy laws. I saw the actual...

  5. One thing I learned today is that honesty will get you nowhere in Nursing School.

    classicdame replied to guest08/05/2014's topic in General Students

    Aside from the test, which I hope you get to take, I wonder why the instructor advised you to quit? Is your professional attitude reflected in your

  6. Nurse vs Instructor

    classicdame replied to motay68's topic in General Students

    WOW. OP really nailed it with "going thru puberty a second time". Nursing school is a new language and new culture. Have said this many times. Congrats!! Personal insight is a valuable tool for...

  7. Credits from CNA classes to RN program

    classicdame replied to angela82's topic in General Students

    Also, contact hours are generally not on the same level as college hours. Think of algebra. High school algebra and college algebra differ. Higher

  8. Effect of IV narcotic leaked from syringe onto hand

    classicdame replied to newbie13's topic in Patient Medications

    Hey! I watched NCIS last night so I know how to answer this :) Most drugs that are in your system leave it within 72 hours. Topical is not

  9. Getting a job with a summons offense

    classicdame replied to ecf1972's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    under review probably means the BON has not yet made a decision (maybe due to lack of information or they are waiting for time to go buy to see if you set a pattern). As long as you have a license you...

  10. What am I allowed to buy for my unit?

    classicdame replied to ZachNurse's topic in General Nursing

    you ARE soliciting. You are making them aware and providing an incentive to purchase. Just like a paid commercial on TV. Sounds like conflict of interest to me. However, you might be able to get...

  11. How can I toughen up?

    classicdame replied to Channyk's topic in General Nursing

    Focus on the needs of the other person. Worked with a nurse who would be too sympathetic, which casued her to cross boundaries and also get behind in her work. Doing nobody any good. She finally left...

  12. medication question

    classicdame replied to klfbsnrn's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I would have called MD. At the very least the MD needs to know that parameters are important to keep from getting

  13. To give or not give insulin

    classicdame replied to Twisted Nurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    there needs to be specific MD orders for NPO status. People need insulin 24/7, even when NPO, to carry out cell functions. Our cardiologists would freak over post-op BS greater than 180. Evidence...

  14. Question for nurses

    classicdame replied to cracklingkraken's topic in General Nursing

    Patients and family members can often be a pain, but I also find it a challenge to be effective n interactions with them. My favorite thinig is working around a lot of smart people. I find that...

  15. The Importance of Backing Up Your Work

    classicdame replied to Rose_Queen's topic in General Students

    my computer crashed while writing my thesis in grad school. Luckily it was backed up. But I get jitterey just thinking about "what

  16. Where are the candy stripers?

    classicdame replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    HIPAA violations and risk of infection are two reasons why we do not want volunteers in direct patient

  17. Would you be insulted by this?

    classicdame replied to jannjul76's topic in General Nursing

    don't buy it. I bet it will not be offered next year. We do sell t-shirts with hospital logo for special events, like the March of Dimes going on right now. But it is a choice and you can wear it on...

  18. What are other facilities doing for clinical orientation?

    classicdame replied to UTVOL3's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Another tip: I use the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals as an outline for nurse orientation. On our last surveyor was pleased to see that we had these on the agenda (they are my topics)....

  19. 2nd Semester Blues

    classicdame replied to Yellibee's topic in General Students

    I did the same thing - and that was many years ago. You just get plain ole tired. Think of it as a long distance race, not a sprint. Just keep

  20. Is this really considered a med error?

    classicdame replied to crisy003's topic in General Students

    I would consider your action as allowing the patient autonomy in his own care. In our hospital we document "refused" and no one argues it, even the MD. If the patient continues to refuse, then the...

  21. Death at Clinical

    classicdame replied to NICUnurse21's topic in General Students

    Does your school have a counseling program? I believe it is important to be able to talk about these types of experiences. You will have a grieving period of your own. I wish you

  22. What am I doing wrong?

    classicdame replied to yesterday's topic in General Nursing

    I have been on both sides. As someone looking for a job I felt that is was rude not to followup with applicants. As a manager, I find it difficult to make the time to shuffle all the hiring duties...

  23. Lpn program compared to rn program

    classicdame replied to Nightowl_lpn's topic in LPN to RN

    never was an LVN but I believe the first encounter with nursing is the hardest. It is like learning a new culture and new language. Now you have something to build your new knowledge on and that...

  24. Describe your 10/10 pain. Piggybacking off of recent pain discussions.

    classicdame replied to 0.adamantite's topic in General Nursing

    Please everone, remember that the pain scale mentioned here is asking the PATIENT to compare this pain with the greatest they have ever felt in the past. If this current pain is the greatest then it...

  25. When to start applying for jobs? before graduation? afterwards?

    classicdame replied to Ecstatic2014's topic in General Students

    my hospital is taking apps now. We like to plan our budget and spread out the hiring times so too many at one time is not