classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

Hospital Education Coordinator

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  1. crushing meds

    classicdame replied to PsychNurseBoyMom's topic in Correctional

    go to the ISMP.gov website and print off the medications that should NOT be crushed (L O N G) list. Explain that to do otherwise would jeapordize your license and may be a liability for the...

  2. How long does it take HR to hire you?

    classicdame replied to barhive25's topic in General Nursing

    I work closely with our HR department. It can take several weeks, depending on how easy it is to obtain all the necessary documentation on you. If you are coming from out of state, or your information...

  3. New nurse- things you wish you knew when you started.

    classicdame replied to lnle3618's topic in General Nursing

    I remember that the best lesson I learned my first year was that I really did NOT have to know everything. Knowing how to keep my patient safe was the most important thing and still is. The rest -...

  4. Resignation & New-Grad Internship Contract Question

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

    your contract should specify. Call HR for further

  5. Family at school orientation?

    classicdame replied to Summergrace's topic in General Nursing

    I do not. Besides the presentations not being anyone else's concern, it looks juvenile. You will be distracted too, as the family member will get bored, there will be sidebar discussions,

  6. organizing notes for digestive system?

    classicdame replied to tbjockny's topic in General Students

    have you considered concept mapping? That would link the topics. Another idea is to list the hormones and enzymes, and then what they do. Some "turn on" and others "turn off" a protein. What is the...

  7. CNA vs DSP experience?

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

    go for it. You will get valuable

  8. Drug testing for Employment

    classicdame replied to Lindamom's topic in General Nursing

    we do not test for that class of drugs. However, in my state if you are on anything that can impair your judgment you are liable for the outcomes, whether you had an RX or not. But your question had...

  9. Best Nursing Quotes

    classicdame replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses are in the I.V.

  10. interviews for out of state?

    classicdame replied to surfnurse311's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I feel sure each facility will have it's own process. However, you have brought up some good points and should not hesitate to recommend them to the interviewer. Even ask if you can send them a video...

  11. Pregnant new grad with upcoming interview..

    classicdame replied to vab229's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    on the bright side - you will have a salary for the next several weeks after you test. If the job is there after you deliver, great. If not, you move

  12. (Just a rant) Are nursing test unfair....

    classicdame replied to opto-nurse's topic in General Students

    I believe more people would benefit from learning how to take tests, than from just being spoonfed information. Be glad you are getting the tests as practice really does make a difference. Ask your...

  13. Tuition Assistance (aka Contract?)

    classicdame replied to green34's topic in General Students

    my facility will REIMBURSE each semester, after you turn in your grades to HR. The rate is fixed by the prevailing state university rates, regardless of which school you attent (even online). Part...

  14. Conflict with preceptor over re-checking blood glucose

    classicdame replied to sweetmama81's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    We have a policy and it clearly states to do what you did. If you suspect the reading is not accurate (low or high), recheck. If it is 450 we do a venous draw. We treat per protocol and call MD if...

  15. Electronic charting vs. Hourly Rounding vs. Bedside Charting

    classicdame replied to AngeliqueR's topic in General Nursing

    another rationale for bedside charting is that others who need to see the chart can do so electronically and get real-time information. I do diabetic teaching and have to run down the nurses to find...

  16. Bedside pediatric RNs

    classicdame replied to CaitlynRNBSN's topic in General Nursing

    I left pedi because of the demanding parents and grandparents. I have a feeling it is like this in every department where your patients are awake. Consider

  17. Mean/Competitive nursing school classmates

    classicdame replied to cowgirl_RN's topic in General Students

    you may never see them again so do not worry. If they are as shallow as you say, you will probably be their boss some day and then have the unfortunate task of trying to manage those manipulative...

  18. Public's lack of knowledge about what nursing actually is

    classicdame replied to priorities2's topic in General Students

    it is frustrating to the public because there are various entry levels to nursing and SO MANY titles. Many people confuse nursing degrees with nursing licensure. I am not sure how much we should...

  19. Inorganic Chem Help!!

    classicdame replied to mjo07's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Good to reach out - I cannot help, but I can recommend you study with others and work at your schedule so that you CAN get a

  20. Ethical Debate.....please help : (

    classicdame replied to bloves5's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I guess the ethics comes in when you consider whom to treat first. If there is no MD around (what was implied!!!!), then I would let the EMS continue doing their thing, then have one nurse on each of...

  21. Question about starting a BsCN at age 24/25

    classicdame replied to bswstudent's topic in General Nursing

    forget about age - it is totally illrelevant nasty stuff - foget that

  22. Calculator at work?

    classicdame replied to 1Luv_xo's topic in General Nursing

    we use own calculators, phones and of course the ones on the computer

  23. Working PRN and buying your own insurance?

    classicdame replied to Livi21's topic in General Nursing

    talk to some independent insurance agents. Independent means they are not committed to one specific company. Probably can shop online, like above post

  24. Teaching/Nursing

    classicdame replied to rmhgy5's topic in General Nursing

    I too love kids and teaching. Here is what I did and it might work for you: Worked as pedi nurse, finished graduate school while working, then transitioned to clinical educator. Now I do

  25. How many hospitals do you have?

    classicdame replied to green34's topic in General Nursing

    We have one other in the county and yes, there is a lot of duplication in services. I believe we could offer more services if we did not try to duplicate. Both facilities send transplants, burns and...