MaineEMT2RN

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  1. What makes a shoe a "nurse's shoe"?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to JeanettePNP's topic in General Students

    I wear Black Dansko's for everyday. I've had the same pair for three years now (still look great!) and can definitely tell you that they last and are very, very comfortable. Worth the money because...

  2. MRSA legislation in Maine

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Mammy1111's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely - but I can honestly tell you that as an EMT in the field I was totally unaware of the risk of cross contamination OR of the value in preventing it. It just isn't part of the culture. Not...

  3. MRSA legislation in Maine

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Mammy1111's topic in General Nursing

    Reading this thread reminded me that in my EMS training, the only discussion of infection control is in protecting yourself. I never had any training, or even awareness of my role until I began...

  4. MMC CNA course...

    MaineEMT2RN replied to mgsp14's topic in General Nursing

    It was a very short time - a little less than a week. It wasn't any longer than that because I started working on the floor 1 week after

  5. MMC CNA course...

    MaineEMT2RN replied to mgsp14's topic in General Nursing

    You definitely want to get those early homework assignments done. Seriously, you will be so glad that you tackled it ahead of time. The first few weeks have the most homework - it really lightens up...

  6. Anyone taking an EMT too?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Mariposa88's topic in General Students

    I was an EMT-B for a year before starting nursing school. It definitely gave me an advantage in terms of experience, but also gave me a nice income. Per diem EMS work can fit in nicely with an ever...

  7. Should I take Chem, API, and Micro in same semester?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to stormyfeathers's topic in General Students

    Dear Lord! Micro and chemistry at the same time? My worst nightmare! However, I know people who have done it and done well (and actually enjoyed it!), but I could never be one of them. I took...

  8. MMC CNA course...

    MaineEMT2RN replied to mgsp14's topic in General Nursing

    I was in the group that began last March. Great program! I agree with the previous poster - the instructor is amazing! There is homework (workbook assignments to go along with the textbook...

  9. this reference - is it done correctly?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Amy2005's topic in General Students

    There's also http://www.noodletools.com. Many colleges have a subscription for their students, so no cost to you to use if your school participates. Check with your school library to find out....

  10. Best Organizational Tip For Surviving Nursing School

    MaineEMT2RN replied to LovingLearning's topic in General Students

    Regarding school organization, BeautifulDisaster does what I do. Have a system to manage all the paperwork (binders, dividers) and use it religiously EVERY day. Do your school work in one spot in...

  11. Clinic Bag?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to sh1901's topic in General Students

    I got this bag from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EDPT54 It's a toolbag, which means that it's very durable, has tons of little pockets in side and out, and has a wide opening at the...

  12. PDA Recommendations

    MaineEMT2RN replied to WndrWmn's topic in General Nursing

    Palm TX with a memory card ! A great tool I use every

  13. What is your wish for Christmas ?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Keepstanding's topic in General Nursing

    YEAH!!! You must be a great leader -- Congratulations! God Bless you and keep you and those who depend on you safe. From our FF family to yours

  14. Books... AHHHHHHH!

    MaineEMT2RN replied to crok9014's topic in General Students

    We spent a fortune on 1st semester books as well, but I just got my books for second semester and the grand total was just over $200. Many of the books we got first semester are books that we'll use...

  15. Brand Of Palm

    MaineEMT2RN replied to cuppycake21's topic in General Students

    TX with Skyscape's Nursing Constellation Plus. Worth every single penny. I use it every day at school, at clinical's, at work. I also use SuperMemo software - it's a great flashcard type of...

  16. christmas card exchange 2008

    MaineEMT2RN replied to rn-jane's topic in General Nursing

    Yippee!! I just got my first Christmas Card today! Thanks Celicastrtrcr! It's now officially

  17. What do we REALLY need to be successful during school?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to blessedx2's topic in General Students

    I use my PDA all the time. I have Skyscape's Nursing Constellation Plus - it has Taber's, Davis' Drug Guide, RN Notes, Diseases & Disorders, Davis' Lab reference and a bunch of other's that I use...

  18. Depressed with first semester

    MaineEMT2RN replied to lynz06's topic in General Students

    Get a tutor. A student who's a semester or two ahead of you who aced this class and understands how to prepare. You've already spent $1200 on this class - don't waste it! Protect that investment of...

  19. Do you Work?? If so, where, what hours, and pay?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to Sl1011's topic in General Students

    I work two 12 hour shifts a week as a CNA in a hospital that's 30 minutes away. That's the minimum required to maintain health insurance benefits and that's critical for us because it's not available...

  20. Overwhelmed in the first semester...

    MaineEMT2RN replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in General Students

    When people are overwhelmed, sometimes it's important to remember how to eat an elephant. One bite at a time. Look at what needs to be done taking into account what ways you need to receive the info...

  21. Help: Taking out stains on uniform?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to whiteoleander5's topic in General Students

    I like Shout with Resolve for stains - Something really tough like blood I would rinse in cold, spray, and then scrub well with a toothbrush. So far, it's never let me down. I'm frugal, but I...

  22. Nursing after 50

    MaineEMT2RN replied to thinkingaboutnursing's topic in General Students

    I'm in my first semester of NS. I'm in my late 40's and there are quite a few other students in my class my age or older. I feel like I fit in well, and life experience makes me a much better...

  23. Sitter questions

    MaineEMT2RN replied to xoloveinautumn's topic in General Students

    In our facility, if the sitter is a CNA they wear scrubs because they are able to perform that patient care role for that patient as needed while they are their sitter. Other people who are sitters,...

  24. New New Step Dad, Mom in nursing school, too much?

    MaineEMT2RN replied to ovnerati's topic in General Students

    My advice? Budget. 1) Financially - eliminate everything extra. Learn to do without. Cook from scratch and do it in bulk. Look at every expense you've had in the last year and eliminate...

  25. Pda Q

    MaineEMT2RN replied to funfunfun's topic in General Students

    I have a TX that I bought for school. I have Skyscape's Nursing Constellation Plus and I think it's well worth every penny. I use it constantly. I always have it in my pocket at clinical and use it...