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  1. Applying to Frontier

    mommy2boysaz replied to Snugglibumkins's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    :rollIt really is so funny the reactions people have when you say the word "midwife". I worked last year part time as a school nurse and one of the teachers asked me why I wasn't returning this...

  2. x-mas gift ideas for nursing staff

    mommy2boysaz replied to PattonD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Someone at our hospital always buys about 10 cases of microwave popcorn to stock the cupboards in the break room. We eat it throughout the whole year! Great for those busy shifts when you don't have...

  3. pain med...

    mommy2boysaz replied to stephera's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We use mostly Nubain, some Stadol. Fairly low epidural rate~probably around 30-40%. Rarely have any problems with neonatal depression with Nubain, and if there is any, Narcan to the baby fixes it....

  4. CNMs, how long did you wait?q

    mommy2boysaz replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I've been an OB nurse for 10 years. Just applied to Frontier for their CNM program. I did not know I wanted to be a CNM until I got to practice with one! Best of

  5. Male CNMW?

    mommy2boysaz replied to PMFB-RN's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I actually just returned today from a High Risk Obstetrics Seminar that was given by a male CNM. I must admit, I was surprised at first, but he seemed great. Very knowledgeable and seemed every bit...

  6. Frontier

    mommy2boysaz replied to CNM2B's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Glad to hear your interview went well! I applied in August and had my phone interview and I still haven't heard anything yet!! They said it could be December before I heard anything. I guess they...

  7. Applying to Frontier

    mommy2boysaz replied to Snugglibumkins's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I, too, am fortunate to have a Frontier grad that I work with who has agreed to be my preceptor. She's my inspiration for going into midwifery,too! I'm becoming very anxious to hear something!! I...

  8. Applying to Frontier

    mommy2boysaz replied to Snugglibumkins's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Oh, and I forgot to add that one of the CNMs I work with is a grad of Frontier and had a wonderful experience. She loved the program and has turned out to be an inspirational midwife. The other...

  9. Recommended Reading for future CNM?

    mommy2boysaz replied to CNM2B's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I loved Diary of a Midwife by Julia Van Olphen-Fehr! Also, more of a fictional suspense story, but a good story based on a midwife is Midwives by Chris

  10. Applying to Frontier

    mommy2boysaz replied to Snugglibumkins's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Hi! I sent my application in to Frontier the beginning of August. I am applying for the bridge program that begins in March. I, too, have been an OB nurse for 10 years now and have had the...

  11. What is this job like on a day to day basis?

    mommy2boysaz replied to mslinzyann's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I work with a couple of CNMs and they basically do everything an OB/GYN does (other than high-risk), they just spend more time getting to know their patients and the patient's family. They will come...

  12. "The Jesus Factor"

    mommy2boysaz replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't read all of these posts, so maybe someone else has already said what I'm about to say, but... If I tell a patient (or anyone, for that matter) that I find Chamomile tea to be very helpful...

  13. Malpractice insurance for CNM's?

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    As someone trying to decide if CNM is the path for me, I have some questions about malpractice insurance. I know the costs are high. Is there any way to get an approximate estimate for costs? I...

  14. Struggling with decision about next career step...CNM?

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I am a RN in OB for the past 10 years. There are currently 2 CNM's at my small, community hospital and they are encouraging me to take the leap! I do feel drawn to midwifery, however, I have so many...

  15. Struggling with decision about next career step...CNM?

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Thank you so much for the reply! It was exactly what I was wanting to hear. The reality of being on call and ways that you are coping with it. My youngest will be in first grade, my oldest in...

  16. How long til midwifery???

    mommy2boysaz replied to crazylilkelly's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Well, I'm not a midwife but am considering it. I've been working as an RN in OB for 10 years now and still don't know if I have the confidence in myself to take that next step! It is just plain...

  17. Excelsior for BSN?

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm very new to the whole Excelsior concept. I just started learning about it but it looks like most of the posters here use them for obtaining their RN. Is it a good avenue for going from your ASN...

  18. BSN or Business degree best for nursing management?

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I have an ASN and have been a RN for 10 years. I'm starting to think I might like to eventually work into management. Is more education necessary? I think it probably will be, but will a BSN really...

  19. URGENT!!! Question about job offer! Please help!

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Home Health

    Hello! I just had an interview for a Home Health Case Manager. They offered me the job. Now, I have decisions to make! I told them I'd get back to them in 48 hours. First of all, I have no home...

  20. URGENT!!! Question about job offer! Please help!

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Home Health

    Thank you for the reply. I forgot to mention that the interviewer guaranteed me 30 visits/week. That would average out to $24/ hr if working 40 hours = 30 visits, being paid by the visit. I know...

  21. anyone do South University online RN-BSN?

    mommy2boysaz replied to Duncan3178's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No experience, yet, but I just got accepted today!! I'm pretty sure I'm going to go with them. I applied still unsure, mostly to determine how many credits would transfer, and how much my costs...

  22. South University's RN to BSN online

    mommy2boysaz replied to RN_Wannabee's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi! I am not a South U student YET, but am considering them for my BSN. Have you started yet? If so, how is it so far? I, too, would like to know from someone with experience, what to expect....

  23. Career alternatives to traditional nursing?

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in General Nursing

    :flowersfo Thank you all so much for the great replies! pkapple, You are right! Maybe I do just need to look a little harder around the community where I live. In the meantime, though, maybe a BSN...

  24. Career alternatives to traditional nursing?

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in General Nursing

    These are all some very interesting ideas! I wouldn't rule any of them out! What exactly does a community health nurse do? Is it the same thing as a public health nurse? Are you employed by your...

  25. Career alternatives to traditional nursing?

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in General Nursing

    Hi! You know, the NP thing might be a possibility. I do love OB/GYN and this might be a good way to stay in it, but be doing something different, too. I really am not familiar with NP's in this...