CrufflerJJ BSN, RN, EMT-P

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    Best Way to Become an RN if you have a Bachelors Degree in Business

    CrufflerJJ replied to ltf500's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Denied over a lousy 0.07 point?? Your GPA is impressive (OK, disgustingly high!). I didn't take the NET exam, so don't know anything about it. I took the GRE a few years ago for admission to my...
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    Just graduated. Waitin to be approved for the Nclex-RN...HELP!!!

    CrufflerJJ replied to Kambili's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's the same book/CDROM that I used, and I also passed the first
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    2nd degree advice needed

    CrufflerJJ replied to leilax's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I don't think that UC has a direct entry MSN program, but could easily be mistaken (trust me on that!). They DO have a combined BSN/Nursing Doctorate (can't recall if its DNP, PhD, or what) program....
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    Cheating on final

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

    Good For
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    Oy, the kvetching!

    CrufflerJJ replied to madnurse2b's topic in General Students

    Gosh...:cry:sorry to hear:cry: that you're "saddened & disappointed" by members not jumping all over your post. Here's my little bit to cheer up your day & help you feel less sad: During my...
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    My son, my hero!

    CrufflerJJ replied to sissiesmama's topic in General Nursing

    Glad to hear that your son did such a great job. One question - do you think it's safe for you to drive to New Orleans, given your recent syncopal episodes? If there's anybody who could "chauffeur"...
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    Getting ICU job!

    CrufflerJJ replied to jmeng's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, that is the truth with just about ALL careers, not just nursing. There is no such thing as "loyalty" with most employers (and if loyalty to the employees exists within an organization,...
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    Uh Oh- background/criminal check!

    CrufflerJJ replied to Di Deanna's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Some employers include credit checks as part of their background check. If so, they'll ask you to sign a form allowing them to check your credit record. Obviously, this would be the time to bring up...
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    What do you think of this suggestion?

    CrufflerJJ replied to rn/writer's topic in Men in Nursing

    Naaaah....leave it as is. Makes no difference to
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    importance of interview in getting new grad RN job??

    CrufflerJJ replied to hatingthewaiting's topic in General Nursing

    As others have already said, interviews are very important. I'm of the belief that they aren't just important with new grads - they're important even if you've got 5-10 years of experience. One main...
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    Assessment - seriously what are you supposed to do?

    CrufflerJJ replied to SparkleRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If you're 6 months away from graduation, and have only passed 1 med, that sounds a bit scary. I wouldn't expect you to hang an IV until later in your program (usually IV meds given by students are...
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    How to help fearful/anxious patients

    CrufflerJJ replied to LeahC18's topic in General Nursing

    A kind touch, a smile, and about 5 mg of Versed should do the
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    I don't know if this should go here, but...question about pre-reqs and jobs.

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

    During your nursing school clinicals, you very well may find something else that you like as much as (or more than) NICU. "Hate" may be a bit severe to describe your first job. It might not be your...
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    who was not a good student before choosing nursing?

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

    Motivation worked for me, too. In my first undergrad degree, I was just looking to pass. With age came maturity and a personal drive to
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    Had ADN/RN orientation today!!

    CrufflerJJ replied to mom35's topic in General Students

    If it's an option for you, check Amazon for used books (double-check the edition# or ISBN#). That's what I did to save some
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    Would a laptop be helpful for nursing school?

    CrufflerJJ replied to kace081106's topic in General Students

    The laptop is handy at school if you want to review powerpoint slides before a test, or if you want to work on a paper or presentation in your "spare time" between classes. Then there's that all...
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    I start my prereqs today...

    CrufflerJJ replied to girl.w/useless.b.a.'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats on being brave enough to take this
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    Less than impressive GPA - but from 20 years ago

    CrufflerJJ replied to rebecca41's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're doomed...DOOMED, I say! OK, probably not. My first undergrad degree (1983) GPA was a blazing 2.59! Like you, I was only looking to pass my courses, not excel in them. I worked hard to...
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    Dimensional Analysis Calculation Help

    CrufflerJJ replied to Want2baGoodRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The "wrong" answer of 1407 mikes/kilo/min would be a LOT more exciting! It would probably result in impressively high BP & heart rates, until something bad happened.:uhoh21: Glad I could
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    My frustration with inconsiderate classmates

    CrufflerJJ replied to Two Sheds's topic in General Students

    While doing my prereq courses, I was amazed at the people who would consistently come strolling into class 15+ minutes late. The A&P prof would do extra credit quizzes in the first 5 minutes of...
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    Best Way to Become an RN if you have a Bachelors Degree in Business

    CrufflerJJ replied to ltf500's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Since you have a prior degree, I'd ask that you consider doing an accelerated BSN. This would take ~12-18 months, depending on the program. If you go the route of getting an ADN, then going for a BSN...
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    Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    CrufflerJJ replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    No thanks. Not quite sure how to respond to this post, other than to ask you to consider paramedics in the ER as a valued team member until their actions prove that they are something else. If your...
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    Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    CrufflerJJ replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    My experience as an EMT-Basic & NREMT-P (paramedic) was all in the field, on a fire dept. I can't speak much as to what a medic is permitted to do in a hospital. I have seen medics in some local...
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    Reccomend a gender neutral title to replace "Nurse"!

    CrufflerJJ replied to keithjones's topic in General Nursing

    I vote for Ruler of the Known Universe. Unassuming, I know, but it's a
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    Patients and cell phone cameras

    CrufflerJJ replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

    After being released from the hospital with cellulitis (post-bicycle fall onto gravel, bugs resistant to Keflex & Cipro oral abx), I took pictures of the wound. Had I had a camera in my hospital...