Jolie

Jolie BSN

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  1. Health Insurance While in School

    Jolie replied to luvnkileigh's topic in General Students

    You may already know the answer to this question, and choose not to post the details here, but.....why no COBRA option? Generally speaking, it is not an option for an employer to withhold COBRA...

  2. Does this seem odd?

    Jolie replied to eden's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It sounds like there may have been a few issues that were not well explained in the episode. As you know, a cerclage may prevent or delay the dilation of the cervix caused by mechanical forces such as...

  3. Date my Doctor/Employer?

    Jolie replied to newlilrn's topic in General Nursing

    Why not just be upfront and ask him? If you decide to date, ask him for a referral to a new

  4. Which program should I go into?? Need opinions please!

    Jolie replied to kayty2339's topic in General Students

    Any school that is "unorganized" is not worth your time or tuition money. The teacher there who recommended that you consider other schools was giving you very good

  5. couple of interviews and need adv

    Jolie replied to erin01's topic in General Nursing

    Your medical and dental insurance premiums are going to be taken out of your check regardless of where you

  6. Room-Inns?

    Jolie replied to LauraLiz's topic in Ob/Gyn

    This is a common practice prior to the discharge of a baby with special needs. In some NICUs, there is an actual room within the unit that houses the family for an overnight prior to DC. In a large...

  7. PICCs Broviacs and Clothing

    Jolie replied to qaqueen's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You might want to search for articles by Mary Kay Leick Rude (I think I spelled that right) of Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. She has published a number of research-based articles on...

  8. nursing diagnosis for 3 wk old

    Jolie replied to happygolucky87's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Remember Maslow and your ABC's. With a baby who is struggling to breathe, what is your first

  9. Discipline or Discrimination

    Jolie replied to woundnurseq's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I agree with what the previous posters hae written. But I have one additional thought. I'm not excusing this nurse's behavior, but wonder if she was somewhat motivated by fear of dismisal. Is there...

  10. How much time should I take?

    Jolie replied to GadgetRN71's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry for your troubles. Good news is that you will heal. Bad news is that it takes time, therapy, and rest. Please ask your HR department to fax you FMLA forms as well as the institution's full...

  11. Antibiotic cream...

    Jolie replied to Aneroo's topic in School

    Our school stocks it, but has to call the parents to come in and apply it, so other than children of teachers, it's never

  12. In need of advice

    Jolie replied to almostthere09's topic in General Students

    The "tell us what you would do" questions are intended to test your prioritization, critical thinking and knowledge of disease processes. No one expects a new grad to be an expert in critical care....

  13. Difference btw Physiological vs Pathological jaundice

    Jolie replied to Twilight1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    In utero, the fetus lives in a state of relative hypoxia, with a paO2 of approximately 35mmHg (compared to 80mmHg for a healthy child or adult.) To maximize the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood,...

  14. when should i start applying for jobs???

    Jolie replied to orgo geek's topic in Ob/Gyn

    About 2 months ago would have been ideal. Many facilities have already interviewed for new grad programs and are making offers at this time. Please don't misunderstand. I'm not directing my...

  15. Attacks mount on 'preexisting conditions'

    Jolie replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Why in the world should taxpayer funded healthcare pay for purely elective procedures such as cosmetic

  16. Attacks mount on 'preexisting conditions'

    Jolie replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Herring, We obviously come from different philosophies and experiences. Have I ever had to appeal an insurance decision? You betcha. Have I ever been unable to resolve a private insurance issue to...

  17. I am RED HOT over this one.............

    Jolie replied to thegreenmile's topic in Psychiatric

    Please don't assume that the BON will view your employer as idiotic for wasting their time on an investigation. If you have not already done so, please notify your malpractice carrier and/or retain...

  18. Attacks mount on 'preexisting conditions'

    Jolie replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Interesting articles which debunk Medicare's claims of efficiency: Medicare Efficiency? August 10th, 2007 by Tom Matlock Several considerations suggest “Medicare efficiency” is an oxymoron: 1....

  19. C-section rate

    Jolie replied to rosier's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. This is a trend that most of us are not happy to see. If you do a search, you will find a couple of threads on this topic. It might be interesting for you to present it during a post-conference...

  20. Does "your" instead of "you're" drive anyone else nuts?

    Jolie replied to *ac*'s topic in General Nursing

    Yes. And I'm not physically capable of having pms

  21. Barracks style STICU - Visitation, Phone Calls & HIPAA

    Jolie replied to gambitlizard's topic in MICU, SICU

    It sounds like your problem is not so much HIPAA, but limit-setting regarding visits and phone calls. Due to the unique set-up of your unit, allowing 24 hour visitation is not feasible. The nurses...

  22. Attacks mount on 'preexisting conditions'

    Jolie replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    sounds good, in theory. but i think we all have at least anecdotal experience with trying to get care approved and paid for medicare or medicaid patients. i have seen absolutely no evidence that...

  23. Attacks mount on 'preexisting conditions'

    Jolie replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I can hear the frustration in your post and sympathize with you and your finace. But given his experienced with government-sponsored healthcare, I can't understand why you advocate putting all...

  24. PANICKED! Missed first day of ORIENTATION, is it all over???

    Jolie replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    Are you planning to move? How are you going to manage employment 450 miles from

  25. I burned my bridges 4 years ago....(need advice)

    Jolie replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    I would suggest that you call and request a brief appointment with the recruiter prior to filling out an application. If asked, you can state that you would like to clarify a prior question regarding...