Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

Psych ICU, addictions

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    What drug reference do you use?

    Meriwhen replied to jinny2009's topic in General Nursing

    Epocrates on my
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    I need help with picking a school by May 1st!

    Meriwhen replied to sekeenan's topic in School, College Programs

    Only you can decide what's best for you. I'm not familiar with each school, sorry. But some general factors to consider (though I'm sure you've considered most of them already): 1. Accreditation?...
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    Ca. Board of Registered Nursing Enforcement Program

    Meriwhen replied to izzibella's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    That's the CA BRN for you. Even if it never results in a conviction, they--and a lot of other BONs--want to hear about dismissals, arrests, dropped charges, etc. What you may think is a "minor"...
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    Is 8 months too soon to leave a job?

    Meriwhen replied to C-lion's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If you're a new grad, yes, 8 months is too soon. With less than a year, you're still considered a new grad and not eligible for many positions. For these positions, many facilities are looking for...
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    psych nursing interview - HELP HELP HELP

    Meriwhen replied to edie1's topic in Psychiatric

    Brush up on therapeutic communication techniques, limit setting, deescalation, common psych illnesses, common psychotropics and side effects, s&s of serious adverse effects such as neuroleptic...
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    Parkinsons question

    Meriwhen replied to mvm2's topic in General Nursing

    I think the two are not necessarily related. Parkinson's disease - MayoClinic.com Parkinson's affects movement and control. Some S&S include tremors, slow movements, rigidity and slurred speech...
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    Suboxone drug screen question...

    Meriwhen replied to garnetgirl29's topic in Addictions

    The fact that the contraband wasn't effective doesn't change the fact that it's still in his system. So yes, he could still pop positive if he had relapsed. AFAIK, citalopram (Celexa) doesn't tend...
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    When to resign?

    Meriwhen replied to jodyangel's topic in General Nursing

    Then all you can do is wait and explain it then. I understand that the manager may be peeved, but you need to do what you have to. And giving two weeks' notice (in the absence of any P&P...
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    Psych question

    Meriwhen replied to lynds80's topic in Psychiatric

    So come back to the dark side! Psych is always in demand, at least in the areas I've worked in. Since you have prior psych experience, you shouldn't have too much difficulty finding something, even...
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    Psych question

    Meriwhen replied to lynds80's topic in Psychiatric

    I may dabble in other areas from time to time, but my primary interest will likely remain
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    How is Psychiatric nurse job opportunity in central New Jersey

    Meriwhen replied to twinma's topic in Psychiatric

    You can become a psych nurse with a ADN. However, specific facilities may want/prefer BSNs, but that's facility preference and independent of psych. Being enrolled in a RN-BSN program while applying...
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    Is this out of scope of practice?

    Meriwhen replied to Maddyd's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. RNs can evaluate patients and make recommendations for admission/transfer to psych or other types of units, but it's the MD/primary care provider who has to order
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    Help please! Permanent resident

    Meriwhen replied to comarxx's topic in Nurse Registration

    Moved to the Nurse Registration. Best of
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    Apply for endorsement now or when BSN complete?

    Meriwhen replied to momelly05's topic in California Nursing

    You should have no problem endorsing with an ADN: I speak from experience. I also know other ADNs who had no problem. As long your school was accredited, odds are good that you will be fine. Your...
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    I got found out!

    Meriwhen replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know if I'd say it was better--I'd hope that no matter who or what I was that I'd get the best care they could give me! But I think they definitely communicated with me better and more...
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    I got found out!

    Meriwhen replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    I was ready to go at 37 weeks myself. At that point, I was over being pregnant and as soon as he could safely come out I wanted him out. He disagreed and took his
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    RESUME!!

    Meriwhen replied to odeth1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree: 5 pages is a lot, and I don't think many interviewers will bother to pore past page 2. One page is best; two pages should be the limit. Go through your resume and see what information could...
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    I got found out!

    Meriwhen replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I'm a patient, I try to keep the fact that I'm a nurse on the QT...I'm never good at keeping it under wraps for very long. I understand--and speak--the lingo too well, so they get suspicious
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    ACLS cert.

    Meriwhen replied to Wright82's topic in General Nursing

    Every place I've applied to wants AHA-approved courses. There are some AHA-approved courses online, but like classicdame said, be wary because "based on AHA" and "AHA-approved" are not the same...
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    New Grad Looking for med/surg... getting frustrated

    Meriwhen replied to Secel's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm sorry you went through that OP. Unfortunately they were under no obligation to call you beforehand to let you know it was cancelled, though it would have been the professional and courteous thing...
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    Continuing Education credits online

    Meriwhen replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    nurse.com and nursingcenter.com offer a lot of free and low-cost CEUs. Also, both sides offer unlimited/discounted CEUs for a yearly
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    Looking for my first job

    Meriwhen replied to LVNmomof4's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Apply for everything that you can, even if it requires a year or two of experience. You never know if they'd be willing to give you a chance. Sell yourself hard. Also, look into a refresher course...
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    A facility that allows patient smoking. Feedback and advice-guidance requested!!

    Meriwhen replied to Lipsmack's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a facility with two open inpatient units. These patients are allowed to go unaccompanied to the outdoor smoking area on campus PRN. No staff is specifically out there babysitting them, but...
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    ADN's

    Meriwhen replied to JRich's topic in California Nursing

    Honestly, BSNs are preferred. Most places are Magnet or Magnet wanna-bes...even non-hospital settings are looking for the BSN. That being said, it is very possible to be hired with a ADN--I was. The...
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    Nursing beyond the bedside-for new grads? Help!

    Meriwhen replied to LillyFish's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I stand by my statement. Like you, I've worked a few years in psych and emergency psych. I've only been assaulted once, but I've seen many incidents of violence against other staff. While most...