classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

Hospital Education Coordinator

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  1. CNA Instructor - Need Advice for Clinical

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

    skills lab makes a lot of sense. I would not sign off anything I did not

  2. New Grad malpractice insurance

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

    thoughts vary on this. Some think you are a target if you have insurance. I did not buy mine till I paid off my mortgage because then I felt vulnerable. I got mine thru my homeowner's

  3. You look too young to be a nurse

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

    they may feel vulnerable and want to be sure you are their advocate. Maybe some think of it as a compliment. Either way, smile and change the subject. I have been called

  4. Want out of bedside... not sure to stay for experience or leave now

    classicdame replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Career

    well it is not the same everywhere. If jobs are scare in your area ask for a transfer to another unit. You have too much to offer to just

  5. The Unwritten Laws Nurse Managers Live By

    classicdame replied to rntj's topic in Nurse Management

    well I do not believe that is true about everyone. The same could be said about a lot of staff nurses. I am sorry you have issues with your manager. They probably have issues with their boss

  6. I need help with Fundamentals of Nursing

    classicdame replied to missk88's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think the reason fundamentals is hard is because you are learning a new culture, a new language and how to really and truly study. It could be that the test questions are on a higher level than what...

  7. A Diabetic rant

    classicdame replied to veggie530's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    this is frustrating to me as well. Some people think all insulin is alike. It speaks to how we need to constantly be educating ourselves on

  8. Future Diabetes educator

    classicdame replied to melayganda1's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    I recommend contacting Education depts in local hospitals, or calling the Endo doctor's offfices to find out who does their out patient education. One of the groups in my area is made up of RN's and...

  9. Capstone project

    classicdame replied to jessco's topic in General Students

    is there a palliative care team available for parents of newborns/children? If not, what would they

  10. I'm going to NS, why has your attitude changed toward me???

    classicdame replied to niqua8604's topic in General Students

    There are folks who will be jealous of you for attempting to improve your life. Some are mad at themselves for not taking that all-important first step. The good news is, you will meet new people who...

  11. Do you need a tough personality to survive in Nursing?

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

    there are all types of nurses and all types of nursing jobs. So you will probably find a fit

  12. Please Help - I have no where else to turn

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

    does your employer offer an employee assistance program? Ours is thru our health insurance, but even if you are not on the plan you still can take advantage of the EAP. Call HR and ask about it. That...

  13. When did wearing a stethoscope become popular

    classicdame replied to Katniss88's topic in General Students

    most wear them to keep up with them. PLEASE clean them between patients!!! My grandmother was a nurse at a time when nurses were not allowed to wear a stethoscope. It was considered rude since only...

  14. Why do some RNs hate this?

    classicdame replied to nursingstudent2458's topic in General Students

    the amount of money one makes is certainly relative. It may seem like a lot to someone earning much less. I believe most nurses feel underpaid for the amount of responsibility and the nature of work...

  15. Patient teaching information

    classicdame replied to laura40486's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    go to www.texasdiabetescouncil.org. They have good info Basically, the patient needs "survival skills" taught. Per www.diabetes.org that would be target goals, how to use meter, how to take meds, what...

  16. Dietary policy- vent

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

    HCAHPS stands for Hospital CONSUMER assessment of healthcare providers - in other words, the patient's assessment of how well we are

  17. Heart Stop Beating - man lives without heart

    classicdame replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I believe this patient did expire but still the amount of information garnered from this procedure will help many others in the future. Can you share the

  18. Small eye examination light- help!

    classicdame replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    from your description they sound like the little lights that attach to key rings. Be aware that too bright a light is uncomfortable to the patient. All you need is enough light to create a pupillary...

  19. African American male here. I have some questions for my fellow nurses

    classicdame replied to Shack502's topic in General Students

    my biggest obstacle was me. I was like you and worried before there was a reason to worry. Finally I learned to take one day at a time and not over-think the situation. When you do clinical rotations...

  20. Care Planning Confusion

    classicdame replied to bstewart40's topic in LPN to RN

    Suggestion: While in this class try to have at least ONE nursing diagnosis related to psycho-social topics. This can be fear, lack of information, pain, anxiety---Once you graduate you will realize...

  21. CNA vs RN

    classicdame replied to nursingstudent2458's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    the CNA does not have a scope of practice. A scope of practice is a description of what the LICENSED person is licensed to do. Since they have no scope of practice, their duties are ONLY what an...

  22. Hiring and firing of older nurses: What can a nurse do?

    classicdame replied to Susie2310's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    be flexible and willing to work where there is availability. This is true regardless of age. I did not even START nursing school till I was 45 and now, nearly 20 years later, have never experienced...

  23. Floating? I need your comments!

    classicdame replied to editor2rn's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    What is the policy regarding competencies for this unit? Are special certifications

  24. Documentation question, need opinions on this one

    classicdame replied to nf nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I believe the risk manager needs to be

  25. Coordinating insulin admin +/- 15 mins of tray being passed

    classicdame replied to bclem05's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    the nurse who is there when food is delivered should be the one who checks MS and administers meds. Period. Forget about shift change and nurse convenience. This is a