MsPiggy

MsPiggy

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  1. Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing ?

    MsPiggy posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Is there a big difference between the 7th (recommended by Excelsior) edition and the 6th? Because there is a BIG difference in price, I'm wondering if I can get the material I need from the 6th...

  2. "Ask me if my hands are clean"

    MsPiggy replied to bethin's topic in General Nursing

    Lolol! :rotfl:Yea, I could definately apply that one all over at my place of work on a daily basis-Ha!

  3. EC Content Guides and Study Materials - I feel so stupid, but have some advice.

    MsPiggy replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    That does make sense, when studying I always seem to retain more info by handwriting it. Somehow it just "sticks" better. Now back in the day when I did my LPN, personal computers weren't around yet...

  4. any excelsior students from michigan

    MsPiggy replied to kappykatlpn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No problems that I'm aware of, I work with two RN's via excelsior and I'm doing the program now :0) There are some states, Fl & Ca that don't accept it I think-not sure but it's the quickest...

  5. I did it!

    MsPiggy replied to fgoff's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yeah! Congrats!! Keep us posted on how you're doing

  6. Do you wear different scrubs for psych?

    MsPiggy replied to angelfire280's topic in Psychiatric

    I work in a substance abuse facility/ dual diagnosis psych. Can wear whatever I want as long as I'm clean and show up! For me it's usally scrub pants & Tshirt and sweater if cold, sometimes I...

  7. Why dont YOU wear a helmet??

    MsPiggy replied to Crux1024's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting thread! I didn't realize there are so many bikers here! Well, I do wear a helmet, here in Mich it is mandatory, but in rural areas where it isn't I do not. Why? It feels great having the...

  8. Someone gave me a knuckle SW and I'm NPO!!!

    MsPiggy replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    We deal with behavior problem pt.s daily, mostly high or drunk on something. Our staff is all certified in CPI (Crisis Prevention Management) It does give you a LOT of helpful suggestions and tools...

  9. I wish someone would write a book about....

    MsPiggy replied to mycatmax's topic in General Nursing

    Oh Jeez, My DH too, he just does not believe that nursing is as physically and emotionally draining as it is- I mean NOTHING can be as tough as HIS job..I feel for you. Some spouses just don't get...

  10. Policies on Pt.s bringing Weapons/Guns onto facility grounds?

    MsPiggy posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Here's my question; What is your facility policy on Pt.s bringing weopons including guns & ammo onto facility grounds? Today I had a pt. coming in for admission for substance abuse and when we...

  11. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy posted a topic in General Nursing

    What is the deal with this?! I have had 2 mandatory inservices the past month that are offered on multiple days but none of them my "on" days, so I have to arrange for someone else to care for my...

  12. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in General Nursing

    well I just left her a VM explainng again my situation & told her I would go to the June one & expected to not only be reimbursed for the hourly wage but for someone to watch my FIL while I'm...

  13. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in General Nursing

    Yes , it is difficult & expensive for me to find alternative care for my FIL, he is end stage COPD also. I seriuously don't know what i'm going to do with this old fart, by the time I drive in...

  14. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in General Nursing

    Yes we get paid, but it is difficult for me as I am the caregiver for my elderly FIL (who is wc bound & incontinent of B&B) and my 3 yr old g-son on my days off. I have explained this to this...

  15. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you, you make a good point, I will do that. I am on the schedule for this weekend, however this HR person left a VM on my phone saying if I didn't pick a day TODAY (my day off) and get back to...

  16. Mandatory Inservices only offered on my "OFF"days!

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure to be honest with you. I work in MI, and am union (but they really don't do much for us) it probably wouldn't be considered overtime for me since I am a 30 hr a week/FT employee, but it...

  17. Severe Asthma can it be a disability for a nurse?

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Thanks everyone, Yes same thing here I made to feel like I'm the red-headed stepchild, like it'smy fault I have severe allergies etc..I'm looking for work elsewhere, it just gets to the point where...

  18. Severe Asthma can it be a disability for a nurse?

    MsPiggy posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    It seems to be for me. I have SEVERE allergies,anaphylasis and asthma, have had my Doc and allergist both write wriiten statements to my employer that I am not to be exposed to any cleaning...

  19. Job loss, domestic violence, help on advice for getting back on the horse!!!!!!

    MsPiggy replied to lvs2nrs3535's topic in General Nursing

    Kristy, I totally understand your fears about losing everything financially but, if your DH is truly working a program of recovery & attending NA meetings daily and showing signs of being serious...

  20. Got a needlestick

    MsPiggy replied to pie123's topic in General Nursing

    I Feel for you, I got a needle stick with a butterfly it did have a saftey sheath but it flipped back & stuck me right through the glove before I could intiate the safety-Ugh I was just sick!...

  21. Policies on Pt.s bringing Weapons/Guns onto facility grounds?

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Lol,,yea I've come close to that a few times & thank you for the compliment. I think what keeps me coming back to this area of nursing is the occasional former pt that stops by to say Hello &...

  22. Policies on Pt.s bringing Weapons/Guns onto facility grounds?

    MsPiggy replied to MsPiggy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Wow, very informative posts. I guess what I'm really getting at was, is this incident really frightened me for some reason. We have had crisis prevention training etc, but are working with patients...

  23. Quit my job (again)...

    MsPiggy replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    You know most nurses in my neck of the woods do a bit of job hopping and no one much cares. It sounds like your situation is intolerable, pitching in is one thing but you are being taken advantage of-...

  24. I am canceling my contract after one week

    MsPiggy replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    Not sure, but did they not follow through with their part of the written contract/ Seems like if they voided part of the agreement (that was in writing) that may be an out for you..keep us posted, I...

  25. The most common form of SHOCK

    MsPiggy replied to MM2007's topic in General Nursing

    Hypovolemic, never had a anaphalactic pt, but was one myself last summer-Not