groovetta

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1. Neuropsych testing

   groovetta posted a topic in Psychiatric

   Can someone tell me the specific names of neuropsych testing tools or screenings that would be involved in a neuropsych

2. Volunteers needed for US COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials

   groovetta replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Disaster Preparation

   I’m seeking to enroll in a COVID-19 vaccine trial because it is the only available option for protection, provided you’re among the 50% that actually get the vaccine versus sodium chloride...

3. Book recommendations for new ambulatory care nurse?

   groovetta replied to ivyleaf's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

   Try renting a Peds and/or OB/GYN nursing

4. "The Doctors don't know how to help you."

   groovetta replied to Standardethics's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

   I left my PCP for this same problem. I discussed it with him at one point. I finally just got fed up with his front office staff and changed doctors. Very first visit with my new PCP, it was noted...

5. Drowning in prior authorizations... Help!

   groovetta replied to Amistad's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

   What specialty area (if you want to answer)? Sometimes, I'd use patient assistance cards until I could get PA approval. Don't forget about Wal-mart and target's $4 drugs. Some other suggestions...

6. Newer nurse defining a new role...No idea where to start.

   groovetta replied to LoliLolly's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

   My suggestion would be to look to see what is working well within your unit and what could use improvement. I would delegate tasks that can be done by others consistent with their competencies and...

7. Calhoun CC Fall 2014

   groovetta replied to alblove's topic in Alabama Nursing

   They give you a book list at orientation. If I wanted to start out buying, I'd get the Fundamentals book first. The bookstore offers a "bundle,", but I chose to buy mine from the internet. I'd wait...

8. Calhoun CC Fall 2014

   groovetta replied to alblove's topic in Alabama Nursing

   There were two options on lab coats. I know one was Landau 3155 and there was a shorter one to choose from, but I don't have that list with me right now. Currently, the fundamentals book we're using...

9. Calhoun CC Fall 2014

   groovetta replied to alblove's topic in Alabama Nursing

   Good luck to all of you. FWIW, my TEAS score was 76 and I got in. IIRC, the TEAS was very heavy with Science. It wasn't easy. Remember too, that if you're already a Calhoun student (even having...

10. Who is applying to UAH and/or Calhoun Community Collge Nursing schools Spring 2014

    groovetta replied to clsmommy's topic in Alabama Nursing

    If any of you post on this forum who needed clinicals near the B'ham area for Calhoun, please PM me. Thanks,

11. Snead State LPN to RN Online Mobility

    groovetta replied to nursejay89's topic in Alabama Nursing

    I will be forfeiting the slot in the online mobility program. Hopefully, that will open the door for someone else. I really wish Snead used the online remote proctor like Calhoun because Snead has...

12. Snead State LPN to RN Online Mobility

    groovetta replied to nursejay89's topic in Alabama Nursing

    It is that every two week on campus exam requirement that will prevent me from accepting a spot at Snead. I can't take off work every other

13. Who is applying to UAH and/or Calhoun Community Collge Nursing schools Spring 2014

    groovetta replied to clsmommy's topic in Alabama Nursing

    I believe Calhoun charges approx. $100 or $110 per semester for the testing fees. An acquaintance from work told me that Calhoun does a good job in preparing students for the HESI tests and NCLEX....

14. What days is your office closed?

    groovetta replied to trein's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I would guess that one deciding factor may be if the cath lab is open on those

15. Who is applying to UAH and/or Calhoun Community Collge Nursing schools Spring 2014

    groovetta replied to clsmommy's topic in Alabama Nursing

    I got my letter yesterday and was accepted into the Calhoun online mobility program. The acceptance form is due back by 11/8. I applied to both Calhoun and Snead. Does anyone know when Snead will be...