classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. LPN to RN

    classicdame replied to ShaqriaLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    well, I am going to ask the obvious: Did you check out your local universities and colleges? Just go online and check their websites. The advantage to a state school is the tuition is generally much...

  2. Question about BLS cert. and CPR

    classicdame replied to inspiredbynavy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    American Heart Asso. offers several types of "CPR" courses. Am. Red Cross offers at least two and there are probably others. In my area only AHA courses are acceptable for staff. Heartsaver for...

  3. So my family does not approve me to go into nursing..

    classicdame replied to Enlightenedx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    unless a parent is a nurse they really do not know what they are talking about. Every job can be stressful to some degree. A lot depends on the individual's disposition and character. I personally...

  4. Need Creative Ideas

    classicdame replied to JessicaRRT2RN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    consider why the theorist named her theory "Dynamic Nurse-Patient Relationship". What is dynamic about the process? Look up meanings of dynamic. You can create a circle with the patient in the middle...

  5. Preceptorship?

    classicdame replied to liltiger427's topic in General Students

    In my area, schools are doing preceptorships in order to eliminate the salaries of clinical instructors. The preceptors are not paid. Please know that having a student is very hard for the licensed...

  6. seeking sources for education in pain mgmt

    classicdame replied to NC29mom's topic in Pain Management

    there is a site for Palliative Care Nurses society. They have good

  7. My Poor Legs!

    classicdame replied to nynursey_'s topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I recommend a visit to the podiatrist. They will look at your gait, as well as your foot anatomy. At the least, they can provide recommendation for best appliance and shoe for your

  8. best state for lpn

    classicdame replied to jimgpn's topic in Nursing Career

    I think that towns that are less urban would need more LVN's, as there are fewer nurses in the market to pull from. For instance, around Houston or Dallas are many smaller towns. You might consider a...

  9. Getting "points back" on a test

    classicdame replied to adnstudent44's topic in General Students

    I can see why this would be frustrating to you, but I bet the instructor is trying to avoid conflict. However, you are in school for YOU. Learn all you can and do your best. Believe me, when the chips...

  10. DNR

    classicdame replied to Gaia.'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    nynursery has a good point. The facility policies are probably based on state rules. These may vary between

  11. Looking for some help moving forward

    classicdame replied to bdsnhl4's topic in General Students

    ask if you can do the test orally. If you do drop out you may be able to use treatment documentation as a way to get back in. Meanwhile, you might consider working as aide, monitor tech or some other...

  12. The best clinical day!

    classicdame replied to smf0903's topic in General Students

    the right people make the difference. Kudos to you for being so willing to

  13. My boss is a genius

    classicdame replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    is it really up to her? In my facility the CFO decides budget, noto the unit

  14. Nurse Staffing Agencies for job placement legit?

    classicdame replied to sungrl01's topic in General Nursing

    the smaller hospitals are more likely to use them because they do not have enough nurses in their area to pull from so need assistance in finding staff. Most are legit. You need to ask up front about...

  15. Crushing pills on long term care facilities

    classicdame replied to newgrad1988's topic in Patient Medications

    There is a 16 page list of drugs that should not be crushed. The list is on the Institute of Safe Medicine Practices website. You could print it out and keep it handy at work, or see if it can be...

  16. Nurses Notes plagiarism at work such a thing?

    classicdame replied to Lanipeach's topic in General Nursing

    from the examples you gave I would say they are more like common phrases that many people use. Aslong as they are accurate and do not represent lazy charting I do not see the problem. We do electronic...

  17. How much does my insurance cover?

    classicdame replied to SteveDE's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    be careful. If you quote a price the patient will hold you to that, and you could be wrong. I have people tell me "I have Blue Cross. Will they pay". Blue Cross and all other insurance companies have...

  18. Rule of thumb on asking questions in clinicals..or new job orientation

    classicdame replied to clarinets's topic in General Students

    Agree with RUnBabyRun. Add: "I am not sure about this. Can you help?" Whatever you do, ask the questions. Some people are grouchy no matter how you approach them, but it does make sense not to rely on...

  19. Passed NCLEX second try...

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

    congratulations! This is what makes a good nurse - you assessed your situation and you performed an effective intervention. And now I hope you

  20. "Do you have paid clinical work experience?"

    classicdame replied to emergency_love's topic in General Nursing

    I would say yes, then if you get a live interview you can expand on

  21. Wrong Side of the Stethoscope

    classicdame replied to ltress00's topic in General Nursing

    talk to the BON and when you interview, ask about the orientation period. What you would benefit from is a GN program. Even though you have had your license a while, you have the same experience as a...

  22. Nurses working as CNAs

    classicdame replied to nolanurse88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I hate to see the CNA lose pay, but I have to agree it makes more sense to have the nurse on duty as a licensed person is more flexible. Also, if census picks up there is a nurse on hand to get the...

  23. RN-BSN online stress

    classicdame replied to lidleanjel's topic in General Students

    email your instructor. Tell him/her what you told us and ask for advice. I absolutely HATE group projects for the above

  24. Cross matching of blood

    classicdame replied to tkyeung's topic in General Nursing

    absolutely. There is a lot more to matching than just blood

  25. Ginny McAlister

    classicdame replied to edmia's topic in General Nursing

    I think when people with terminal illness insist on continuing with academic studies it may be to feel some control in their life or to feel "normal". So sad she died so