CrufflerJJ BSN, RN, EMT-P

ICU

Member

  • Content

    1,025

  • Visitors

    23,692

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    12

All Content by CrufflerJJ

  1. CrufflerJJ

    nursery

    CrufflerJJ replied to Korleone's topic in Men in Nursing

    I don't think it should be all that awkward - each of those little babies has a mother plus a FATHER, you know! I'd hope that you have a good reason for wanting to working the NICU other than "it's...
  2. CrufflerJJ

    Trade School vs Community College?

    CrufflerJJ replied to RNcurious's topic in Nursing Career

    I can't speak to trade schools, but have only good things (except for the nursing program director - see below) to say about my local community college. I did my paramedic program there, along with...
  3. CrufflerJJ

    stethescopes for hearing-impaired

    CrufflerJJ replied to tuffy2's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Glad to
  4. CrufflerJJ

    Not sure I should stay at my first job as a new grad RN, will working nights help me?

    CrufflerJJ replied to AJ BSN 2008's topic in First Year After Licensure

    While doing my role transition in a large hospital's SICU, my preceptor told me (after I asked her) that as a new grad, a night position would probably be "easier" for me than a days position. Less...
  5. CrufflerJJ

    hostile staff member

    CrufflerJJ replied to blondeoverboard's topic in General Nursing

    Hopefully that "consensus" also includes facility management. Of course, that would make too much
  6. CrufflerJJ

    When did you "Know" you wanted to be a nurse?

    CrufflerJJ replied to markuskristian's topic in General Nursing

    I "knew" about 3 years before I quit my engineering job & started my nursing prerequisite courses. My wife & I were down in north GA visiting my parents, talking about possible career options...
  7. CrufflerJJ

    Instructor lecturing on ethics...

    CrufflerJJ replied to doesanyoneknowwhy's topic in General Nursing

    I had an interesting thing happen when I was doing my first undergrad degree Waaaaaaay back in the dark ages (1979-1983). In one of the computer science classes I took as an engineering student, we'd...
  8. CrufflerJJ

    NCLEX and lab values

    CrufflerJJ replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I wouldn't worry too much about the "exotic" lab tests, or for the differences between adult male, adult female, infant, pedi,...... Know some ballpark adult ranges for Na, K, Cl, Ca,...
  9. CrufflerJJ

    stethescopes for hearing-impaired

    CrufflerJJ replied to tuffy2's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I really don't think you'll have a problem with the instructors due to your hearing impairment. The Americans with Disabilities Act should protect you (reasonable accommodations & all that jazz)...
  10. CrufflerJJ

    Micro Paper (Vent)

    CrufflerJJ replied to Lee2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't dread it - micro is pretty neat! Yes, it can be challenging at times, but the subject is pretty interesting (to me, at least). You never really think about all the little "bugs" on your skin,...
  11. CrufflerJJ

    Please tell me if this schedule is too much

    CrufflerJJ replied to Tonyapate's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sounds like a reasonable schedule (as long as you're able to get Tuesday's assignments done before Thursday). I took 4 courses/quarter when doing my prereqs, and it worked out OK. You've got those...
  12. CrufflerJJ

    jUST TOOK MY HESI AND I PASSED

    CrufflerJJ replied to marteldude1980's topic in General Students

    Congrats on passing your HESI exam! Give yourself some time "off" to unwind from HESI. I'd stay focused on the schoolwork at hand, and worry about prepping for NCLEX after you graduate. In your...
  13. CrufflerJJ

    Finally!

    CrufflerJJ replied to Kim O'Therapy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats on passing NCLEX, and on getting your
  14. CrufflerJJ

    2nd degree advice needed

    CrufflerJJ replied to leilax's topic in Ohio Nursing

    just like drinking from a fire hose! yes, the pace is definitely intense. my first test in quarter #1 covered 9 chapters in the textbook, plus loads of powerpoint slides. by the time i was in my...
  15. CrufflerJJ

    Dun....dun....DUN!

    CrufflerJJ replied to hypocaffeinemia's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats! Apparently, your serum caffeine level was within the therapeutic
  16. CrufflerJJ

    Pre nursing

    CrufflerJJ replied to Tonyapate's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my first quarter of prereqs, I had a weird "split" schedule like that. My first class was ~8AM, and my Micro lab wasn't done until 8 or 9PM. USE the gap in between your classes. Even though I...
  17. CrufflerJJ

    Micro Paper (Vent)

    CrufflerJJ replied to Lee2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not sure if you did this already or not, but...if you're confused by something in your micro class, I hope that you spoke with your prof. A good professor is able to explain technical stuff so that...
  18. CrufflerJJ

    stethescopes for hearing-impaired

    CrufflerJJ replied to tuffy2's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    You might want to hold off on buying a scope until you've spoken to your instructors. I only say this in case they have a problem with a :Dlowly scum student:D using a neato-keen amplified scope. I...
  19. CrufflerJJ

    Antimicrobial stethoscope covers

    CrufflerJJ replied to st4304's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thank
  20. CrufflerJJ

    2nd degree advice needed

    CrufflerJJ replied to leilax's topic in Ohio Nursing

    For the UC Accelerated Pathway program info, see: http://nursing.uc.edu/academicgraduate/Accelerated/AccHome.htm NOTE that the "prelicensure curriculum" shown on that webpage may be out of date, but...
  21. CrufflerJJ

    Narc count---missing meds...

    CrufflerJJ replied to michelew/oneL's topic in General Nursing

    If you even THINK you might possibly need a lawyer, get a lawyer. You will want one familiar with nursing licensure issues, not a "run-of-the-mill" criminal defense attorney. For nurse attorneys in...
  22. CrufflerJJ

    My Master Cardio stethoscope grew legs and walked out on me :(

    CrufflerJJ replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    And what did this wonderful doctor say in response to your
  23. CrufflerJJ

    Is climbing a source of entertainment?

    CrufflerJJ replied to neurontin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sounds decent to
  24. CrufflerJJ

    stethescopes for hearing-impaired

    CrufflerJJ replied to tuffy2's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Do you know that you can change the "auto shutoff time" on your Thinklabs ds32a? It comes set at 2 minutes, but you can extend this to 3, 4, or 5 minutes. Check your manual, or see:...
  25. CrufflerJJ

    BSN vs Direct Entry/MSN

    CrufflerJJ replied to paratroopa's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Mike - You should look into any accelerated programs that might be available in your area. These are designed for students with a prior degree (not necessarily in a medical related subject). There...