classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. Obama delays major part of health law: coverage for > 50 workers pushed to 2015

    classicdame replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    he knows how unhappy people are and will be, so it is a delay tactic for votes.

  2. Temporarily on night shift; too scared to do it

    classicdame replied to LaceyRN12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had the same concerns but they were never realized. There is a lot to do and you stay

  3. New Grad Nurse Starting Out in a Speacilty? Help?

    classicdame replied to aweldon001's topic in First Year After Licensure

    every area is its own speciality. You will learn many valuable nursing skills in OB that transfer to other areas and, if you ever transfer, you will be taught how to work in that area. So do not sweat...

  4. CNA Train the Trainer Class

    classicdame replied to Marisette's topic in General Nursing

    good question to ask the school. The CNA courses around here are only 6 weeks long and the students do not attend class every day. All instructors I know (CNA, Nursing, etc) have nursing jobs and do...

  5. Question about saline

    classicdame replied to etttt05's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I get the impression that OP believes he/she IS looking when the question was posted. However, we do not generally do homework on this site. Saline will dilute the medication. The OP needs to research...

  6. Hospital enforcing "Incidental Overtime"?

    classicdame replied to MyUserName,RN's topic in General Nursing

    In Texas each hospital is required to have a safe staffing committee and this is the type of thing that would be addressed by the committee (CNO required to attend). You might try keeping a record of...

  7. Did not get the job...looking for feedback

    classicdame replied to delilahgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I hate those peer review things. I have been on both ends and there is no way an interviewer can really learn about you or how you work. For one thing, the candidate is always on "best behavior"....

  8. Why does the VA draw blood?

    classicdame replied to FORTHELOVEOF!!!!'s topic in General Nursing

    probably to check titers, as already stated. However, why didn't you ask? Also, surely you had to sign a release. What did it say and did they give you a

  9. Overall experience thus far and advice please

    classicdame replied to doubleA's topic in General Nursing

    never been in your situation exactly, but I have moved into different positions while staying in a hospital environment. I would consider school a prioity, and if you have time, take critical care...

  10. Core measures to my core.

    classicdame replied to CrystalCMSRN's topic in General Nursing

    we do what you outlined, but the case managers and quality analysts all have input as well. Documentation has to be aligned with core measures so you do not have to think about whether or not you...

  11. Ethical advice needed for a new grad...

    classicdame replied to AnnaleaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    the nurse is risking her license and allowing management to get away with creating an impossible situation. As long as she does it, management has no incentive to correct anything. If she gets caught,...

  12. Does anyone find cliff notes helpful?

    classicdame replied to usafmedic's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I liked the Grey s Anatomy coloring book

  13. What's the worst you've ever been dumped on?

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

    11 patients in pedi. Only me and an LVN, who in this state, is not allowed to push IV meds or start IV's or give narcotics or do assessments. So I had 11 patients. We no longer hire LVN's for this...

  14. Future Nursing Career - Questions.

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

    until the economy improves and more baby boomers can retire, the hiring for new grads is slow. It will come, maybe by the time you get out of school. I was 45 when I started nursing

  15. Not feeling the love.

    classicdame replied to texasmum's topic in General Nursing

    I still would call HR and register a complaint. Maybe even notify the CNO. Meanwhile, go to your new job. What can they do? Fire

  16. New job on a neuro-tele unit

    classicdame replied to amyRN89's topic in General Nursing

    never worked one, but it sounds like sick folks will be there. Be sure to ask about courses like dysrhythmia and ekg interpretation, etc. I think you have a great opportunity to really learn some neat...

  17. How long is a urine sample good for sitting in a cup on shelf?

    classicdame replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    call the lab but I know they prefer it ASAP or you risk the chance of having bad information

  18. When do you become CPR certified?

    classicdame replied to gentlerain's topic in General Nursing

    In our area the nursing students must have American Heart Asso. Healthcare provider BLS to be able to come to the hospitals for clinical rotations. From then on, it is kept current every two years. We...

  19. Recommendations, please!

    classicdame replied to NightNerd's topic in General Students

    if you are allowed to carry a smartphone during clinicals consider downloading the Micromedex app by Truven. Free for drugs, but small charge for other

  20. Denied Financial Aid ... what to do now?

    classicdame replied to kbcode3's topic in General Students

    With that grad point average, are you eligible for academic scholarships? You might talk to an advisor at this or another school to see if someone has ideas. You might be better off to get a private...

  21. Swollen Feet!

    classicdame replied to BrooklynRN11201's topic in General Nursing

    check with the ADA or your own healthcare professional, but I do not believe soaking your feet is recommended for a diabetic patient due to risk of "softened" tissue being more susceptible to...

  22. Do nurses usually work 3 12-hour shifts a week for full pay?

    classicdame replied to gentlerain's topic in General Nursing

    we do not look for ACLS/PALS on a resume as we know new grads do not have the experience to back it up. In fact, we make our new grads wait at least 6 months before taking the class. The card does not...

  23. Fired!

    classicdame replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    does not answer your question (think it has been addressed adequately) but heres hoping you find a place where you can bloom and

  24. Help, my school won't allow me to take Nclex.

    classicdame replied to Jdv13's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    talk to a BON member. If you have completed the course requirements the school should not have any reason to hold your transcript, etc. The ceremony is just that, a ceremony. It has nothing to do with...

  25. Liability Insurance

    classicdame replied to rumwynnieRN's topic in General Nursing

    if you have a question about the application, ask someone in HR for clarification. Do not lie. I don't know why they want to know, but if you WERE sued you would contact your insurance company and it...