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  1. Can non-licensed person start an IV?

    carol72 posted a topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Just have to ask this question. Can a non-licensed person (not an LVN LPN or RN) insert a Hep-Lock /start an IV? Is there any "special certification" for a medical assistant to obtain which would...

  2. Need Advice- Am I screwing up my life? Help Please

    carol72 replied to sagemm's topic in California Nursing

    What is your reason for moving in the first

  3. Should a nursing instructor tell a student they are not nursing material.

    carol72 replied to motivated2nurse's topic in General Students

    The student was not seeking occupational advice, so no, the teacher has no business sharing her feelings/impressions in that

  4. Pasadena City college OR East Los Angeles college?

    carol72 replied to pispis33's topic in California Nursing

    I believe they start with 60 students in 1st semester. They say they choose their generic students by lottery. Don't know if this is really true. You are wait listed - chances of getting in are...

  5. Pasadena City college OR East Los Angeles college?

    carol72 replied to pispis33's topic in California Nursing

    I attended PCC and had a great experience. Our pass rate is high, campus is safe & teachers really know their

  6. Oncology nurse....scared about infertility?

    carol72 replied to crazychef121's topic in Oncology

    I can't answer your question but can give you more info. The ONS has a webcourse titled "Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs", which I am told is excellent. www.ons.org/CNEcentral Best

  7. WHAT can I do to be an oncology nurse?? help!

    carol72 replied to yellowdot11's topic in Oncology

    I agree with Diane-RNstudent. In addition, is there a possibility to volunteer at that particular hospital? Even as a general volunteer (non-nursing)? Networking through the institution could be a...

  8. Pasadena City college OR East Los Angeles college?

    carol72 replied to pispis33's topic in California Nursing

    I am a PCC grad from Dec 2007. It is my understanding there is, infact, an entrance test (new) and no, there is not a 5 year wait. I am a big fan of their

  9. 130 miles/2 hours 15 minutes each way to work?

    carol72 replied to HappyPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would do it in a minute. You mentioned this opportunity is exactly what you want. If, in your heart of hearts, this is what you want I, personally, feel it would be worth it. I have had a commute...

  10. My great problem is not that I cannot pass the interview but that I do not get any in

    carol72 replied to romantic's topic in California Nursing

    You did say Bay Area, did you not? I believe this is the reason why you have not had an overwelming response to your resumes. As per other threads, there seem to be very few positions available in...

  11. Where to move after graduation

    carol72 replied to Jump_Nurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you considered Portland Oregon, Seattle Washington or Madison

  12. LA County Medical Center

    carol72 replied to Michellex1013's topic in California Nursing

    I did my 4th semester clinical rotation there. I would spill the beans but am unsure what you want to know. PM me with specific questions. Oh, by the way, staff parks about 1/5 mile away and walks...

  13. RN positions at Sunrise Assisted Living

    carol72 replied to montereyrn's topic in California Nursing

    My friend worked there for about a month. She mentioned they pay poorly. Best

  14. What do I do now? I am so crushed!!

    carol72 replied to Brightstar's topic in California Nursing

    Since you asked, I shall give my opinion. If your heart is set on this particular program I would do the following. I would run, and I do mean run to enroll in the fastest CNA class I could get into...

  15. New RN program in So Cal!?!

    carol72 replied to Skysail's topic in California Nursing

    To apualyssa*, Glendale Community College has a night/weekend

  16. dressing from the 3rd?

    carol72 replied to Conqueror+'s topic in General Nursing

    You had to say something, you were given no choice. You will sleep better tonight knowing you took the high

  17. husbands that won't help

    carol72 replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I would not tolerate this human. You go girl, and I mean

  18. new to this site starving for info on LVN-RN program in S CA area.

    carol72 replied to learner's topic in California Nursing

    I did mine at Pasadena City College, however, there are many bridge programs in So Cal. PM me if you want more specific info. Best

  19. A bunch of questions!

    carol72 replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I have no answers for you, but will follow this thread like a hawk.

  20. Help! I need career (change) advice

    carol72 replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    I know you mentioned mgmt is out of the question - what about case mgmt? Maybe clinical research, working as a coordinator/RN? There is no shame in admitting bedside is not for everyone. With all...

  21. RN New Grad- can't find a job!

    carol72 replied to RN_2008's topic in California Nursing

    I did Kaplan, a bit of ATI and Hurst

  22. Schools in california

    carol72 replied to pinkjubelli's topic in California Nursing

    Casa Loma in Van Nuys is expensive, but they offer a part time evening LVN program. It is a uphill climb, but can be

  23. Would you pick a school according to their pass rates?

    carol72 replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in California Nursing

    I would not. the pass rate for my LVN class (around the time we took the boards) was 65%. My friends & I did

  24. Just got called for a depostition for a pt from 5 yrs ago!

    carol72 replied to PICNICRN's topic in General Nursing

    I can't say I have any experience to share with you, I don't, but I just wanted to send a hug. Best

  25. California Correctional Facility Nursing

    carol72 replied to velourchunky1's topic in Correctional

    Velourchunky - I have the PM & e mail function - would you mind sending me a note? I would like more info, if you don't mind.