FlagstaffRN MSN

FlagstaffRN is a MSN and specializes in MS/Telemetry.

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1. WGU vs. UTA

   FlagstaffRN replied to pmabraham's topic in Western Governors University

   I enrolled at both UTA and WGU, and ended up choosing WGU. UTA had group projects and discussion boards, and the books required were costly, and I needed more classes than at WGU. UTA would have taken...

2. Western Governors RN-to-BSN: My First 6 Month Term (Almost)

   FlagstaffRN replied to TheCommuter's topic in Western Governors University

   I am really happy with WGU. I just finished my first term, knocking out 21 credits. I didn't do anything in September (long vacation) and limited work in Dec (new grand baby). With the program, you...

3. WGU-Biochem

   FlagstaffRN replied to LM NY's topic in Western Governors University

   I made models out of food (dried cranberries, black and green olives, chunks of mozzarella cheese). After my task was graded and accepted (usually within about 12 hours), I ate

4. Has anyone done the WGU online RN to BSN program?

   FlagstaffRN replied to mightymitern's topic in Western Governors University

   My first term will end Dec 31, and I've completed the initial classes and added two more from upcoming terms, so I've finished 18 credits so far. I took 3 weeks off in September, and did a little...

5. WGU RN TO BSN start July 1st!

   FlagstaffRN replied to JohnettaTamikaRN's topic in Western Governors University

   Same here - July 1!! Biochem and stats (ugh) plus one history. Goal is 2

6. Easiest and Toughest Classes In UT Arlington RN-BSN Program

   FlagstaffRN replied to commonsense's topic in University of Texas Arlington

   Thanks for the specifics

7. Hello Flagstaff RN's

   FlagstaffRN replied to tiezto's topic in Arizona Nursing

   Not sure how many residents we have - I see them mostly in surgery. Great team of hospitalists; I can honestly say I like them all. Nice having that coverage at night too. Here's a link to the...

8. What kind of shift report was that?

   FlagstaffRN replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

   Report received on a direct admit coming from an outlying area - "Well, he's not a diabetic". That was what she led with, not the chest pain, diaphoresis, previous MIs with stents, and a blood...

9. Hello Flagstaff RN's

   FlagstaffRN replied to tiezto's topic in Arizona Nursing

   I've been at FMC for 4 years, starting as a new grad. I love working here - management seems to really look out for staff. We are a level 1 trauma center, have 5 med/surg tele floors, 1 ortho floor,...

10. In my late 40's, is it worth it to go back to school to become an RN?

    FlagstaffRN replied to 4everpeace's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I became an RN at 47. Do

11. NAU Accelerated BSN 2014

    FlagstaffRN replied to bsnbound2014's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Flagstaff is beautiful. Housing can be pricey. There are several neighborhoods near campus, and the NAU bus is available. If you have transportation, you have tons of

12. AZ hospitals hiring new grads?

    FlagstaffRN replied to knufflebunny's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Come to Flagstaff! Our facility just had a new grad program mid semester, and typically have two

13. sketchers shape ups

    FlagstaffRN replied to want to do good 86's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love mine. I really didn't notice the toning aspect; rather my feet were no longer fatigued at the end of my shift. I originally worked in a SNF; major walking between the hallways, long 13-14 hour...

14. Things you'd LOVE to tell coworkers...and get away with it!

    FlagstaffRN replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I love this post! I am a relatively new grad, and reading through these made me realize I am guilty of quite a few! Good to hear what others think but are too polite/timid/nice to say out loud. My...

15. I got hired...and I'm scared!

    FlagstaffRN replied to dawn.b-RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Brush up on your EKG skills, such as recognizing heart rhythms. Cardiac medications too; you will see those on nearly every