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  1. tennessee

    me_daffy replied to morningflower26's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in Clarksville... North East

  2. Question about CMA (Certified Medical Assistants)!!!!

    me_daffy replied to GlaMoUr_GirL's topic in General Nursing

    Typically CMAs work in clinics and offices. You will have more exposure to the nursing field by becoming a CNA or LPN. Depending on how long you are willing to go to school. I went to school for my MA...

  3. How strict is/was your nursing school concerning your appearance?

    me_daffy replied to KarynicaRN's topic in General Nursing

    My school had a very precise uniform. we had to be pressed and starched every day or we were sent home. We could wear makeup, but only subtle, natural hair color, small earrings, only a wedding band,...

  4. would like day shift to remember there are two others!

    me_daffy replied to RNsRWe's topic in General Nursing

    The problem I had: I left a package of sandwiches in the fridge because I was working 2 night shifts in a row( Days and evenings get a tray from the kitchen for a meal). So I came in on day 2 and when...

  5. Want to be a nurse but have a weak stomach!

    me_daffy replied to 987!'s topic in General Nursing

    WHen I started nursing school our instructors asked if anyone had a weak stomach. One girl raised her hand. As the year went on she proved it over and over again. One instance I remember for example,...

  6. Video Games and PSTD

    me_daffy replied to butlerette.rock's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't read the article, but I have some knowledge related to PTSD. I know that Veteran Affairs uses reliving the experiences as a way for sufferers to work through the symptoms and learn how to...

  7. Re-directing tips needed for Alzheimer's/behavior pts

    me_daffy replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My LOLs can be the same way. I tell them they have a room rented and one of their family members payed for it. They wanted them to stay so they could have a nice relaxing night away. Usually that...

  8. Disadvantages of 2nd shift?

    me_daffy replied to Sarah Bellum's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked 2nd shift for about 3 months now. I also have a 4 year old. I know its bad, but he has picked up on my sleep schedule and I see him all the time. We spend a couple hours together before...

  9. Held Hostage By The Schedule!

    me_daffy replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    Our schedule is done the same way as op, We have a staffing coordinator that makes the schedule, handles call ins and disciplinary actions. SHe has not posted our schedule for April yet. She called me...

  10. Guilt: Not being able to do it all!!!!!

    me_daffy replied to kstec's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I was just about to post asking the same question. How in the world do other nurses get their job done? I have been working as a nurse in LTC for 2 weeks now, my 1st job as a nurse. Everyone I work...

  11. Can I challenge the CNA or Med tech exam in Tennessee?

    me_daffy replied to johnsgirl413's topic in General Nursing

    If you currently have your certification in Fl, you should be able to transfer it to TN as far as I know. You may want to contact the certifying agency to find

  12. Name hospital and salary--everywhere

    me_daffy replied to mistydave's topic in General Nursing

    LPN in TN LTC, $14-18 new grad Better facilities pay less Larger cities pay

  13. Has anyone tried Chantix?

    me_daffy posted a topic in General Nursing

    My goal was to stop smoking and be over the addiction by the time I started working as a nurse. I take boards tomorrow and am still having a very hard time, although I have been taking Chantix for a...

  14. Has anyone tried Chantix?

    me_daffy replied to me_daffy's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to let everyone know that I survived Boards today. I had a couple drags off of a cigarette before I went in and had a couple drags when I got out. My husband is still smoking so he...

  15. CNA classes near Fort Campbell Kentucky

    me_daffy replied to tiffinie828's topic in General Nursing

    I know there is one in Clarksville. You may want to call workforce essentials at the career center. they help pay for it as well. i'm not sure where they offer the classes but i will ask around for...

  16. crna with ged?

    me_daffy replied to lee vega's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am currently in LPN school but I have my GED and it has never stopped me from doing anything I wanted to do. More power to you. No one ever knows the circumstances behind why you got it. They call...

  17. I was a ______ prior to being a nurse/student nurse

    me_daffy replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    I was a bartender up until 2 weeks ago. I decided it is time to leave that behind as graduation

  18. Staff pretending to use empty hand sanitizer in MRSA room.

    me_daffy replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    At the hospital we have been doing our clinicals at we aren't allowed to use the sanitizer if the pt. has MRSA. We have to actually use soap and water. I think that is a great idea. I had just assumed...

  19. Challenging from RMA to LVN??

    me_daffy replied to rma2b74's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated from an MA program Took the test to become registered and am now in LPN school. I have learned totally different things in the 2 schools. In MA school they don't teach you anything about...

  20. Nurses with tattoos

    me_daffy replied to Kshel's topic in General Nursing

    One of my friends has a tattoo on her wrist and she just wears a sweatband over it to cover it. The band is white to match her uniform. No one has complained about

  21. Move now or wait? That is the million dollar question...

    me_daffy posted a topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    I will graduate from LPN school in December. My husband and I have talked about moving to OK for a couple of years now, and have now finally found the perfect property. Should we move as soon as I...

  22. How do you clean your shoes?

    me_daffy replied to mcknis's topic in General Nursing

    I use a disinfecting wipe on them before I step foot in the house. Also, if I get something on them I have a magic eraser that I use just for

  23. Japanese Views of Pregnancy????

    me_daffy replied to flowers4me's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Here are a couple of sites that I found... hope it helps http://www.hawcc.hawaii.edu/nursing/RNJapanese03.html

  24. Importance of GPA for LPN

    me_daffy replied to mommie2bodie's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in Tn also. When I applied to LPN school they didn't look into my GPA at all. In fact I asked if they wanted my college transcripts and they said no. Everyone starts from square one together....