Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

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    Passing meds already "prepared "??

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

    Never a good idea because even the best nurse or pharmacist can make a mistake and pull the wrong medication for you. And should something happen, guess whose rear will be on the line? YOURS because...
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    Do CNA's in a union ever get fired?

    Meriwhen replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Unions are not bullet-proof protection against being fired. They are there to protect the employee from an unfair process...but if valid cause for dismissal is there, a union isn't going to save...
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    New grad RN in Bay Area Desperately seeking job

    Meriwhen replied to kjewalt's topic in California Nursing

    Trust me, connections do not go as far as you think in this state. There's way too many new graduates, many of which have and/or are trying to work connections. The problem is that there are only so...
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    Split on what my minor should be..

    Meriwhen replied to Kandake's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    A minor may be a nice touch on a resume, but the reality is that a minor isn't really a lot of classes and so isn't going to have that much of an impact. IMO, I'd take the opportunity to pick...
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    Should I feel guilty?

    Meriwhen replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    With my dementia patients, I try not to lie...note the word "try." The reality is that sometimes it's just better--and like sharpeimom says, more humane--to say something like "tomorrow" or "really...
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    Emetophobia

    Meriwhen replied to giarose2007's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had it so I can't give you detailed instructions as to how to deal with it. I would definitely suggest getting professional counseling to help you deal with your fear, because it doesn't...
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    Unreported conviction on application for CA BRN

    Meriwhen replied to Philly183's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    If you failed to report something that the BRN stated should be reported...then yes, they could consider your application as being fraudulent even if your intentions were innocent. More info about...
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    Sleep Problems after coming off Night Shift... how long does it last?

    Meriwhen replied to DeLana_RN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'd say it took about a month for me to get back into a days-only routine. I pretty much handled it the same way I taught myself to get used to nights in the first place: I kept the same schedule...
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    potential tardive dyskinesia r/t Seroquel?

    Meriwhen replied to beleanor's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Low-dose Seroquel is not uncommon for anxiety: I often see 25/50 mg doses ordered PRN, especially in my addictions patients for which benzos aren't an option. Phosphorus 4.6 isn't high--in some...
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    Two questions

    Meriwhen replied to KELSEYPRICE's topic in Nursing Career

    1. Wherever you are hired. Seriously...there's too many new grads out there competing for too few new grad jobs. If you are too finicky and keep holding out for the "perfect" job in the "perfect"...
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    Nurses: Hospital Red Flags

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

    High turnover. If they were fired, you wonder what type of management you're getting into the ring with. If they left voluntarily, you wonder about the working environment and why they were driven...
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    Be careful with FACEBOOK

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

    How spokeo.com works is that it pulls stuff from public records. Basically, it doesn't contain anything that isn't public knowledge...but I agree, it is unnerving to see all of that info about you in...
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    UTA RN to BSN is awesome

    Meriwhen replied to 9livesRN's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    It's not so much the GPA, as it is being in a certain percentile of your class (I think it's top 1/3rd), and have a certain number of nursing credits
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    Uta online rn-bsn, finals for classes online or in person?

    Meriwhen replied to Maryantoinette's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    OP: All of the RN-BSN classes, as well as several pre-reqs, that I've taken online have had online testing without the need to go to a testing center. However, I also didn't need a math class so...
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    Can u sit for NCLEX after grad. from U of Phoenix LVN to BSN

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

    CA's BRN is cracking down on online schools, and they will not allow you to test if the program doesn't mean the BRN's educational requirement. Because UofP, Excelsior, Indiana, etc. fly in other...
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    When to run?

    Meriwhen replied to NurseandGrow's topic in Psychiatric

    We had a nurse do that: the code exploded and instead of coming to help, he ran the other way and was hiding in the outer room. Not only did it aggravate some of us, it made ALL of us feel like we...
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    Looking for group to build skills as a BHN

    Meriwhen replied to Britton29's topic in Addictions

    I don't know of any nurses support groups, but some ways you can improve your skills on your own: 1. Specific journals. Journal of Psychosocial Nursing often has articles on addictions nursing....
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    pre-hire competency exams

    Meriwhen replied to galinapodles's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    In addition, they can also be specialty-specific. If you're applying for a cardiac/tele job, they'll probably ask about EKG rhythms, cardiac scenarios and related meds...whereas if it's a psych job,...
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    Is it nearly impossible to find a job with only an associates degree?

    Meriwhen replied to Ednach's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Considering I got hit with three recruiting offers this month alone...no, it's not impossible. It is tougher to start off as a new grad with a ADN, especially in California where BSNs are preferred...
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    Be careful with FACEBOOK

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

    Sorry that's happened to you. What I do with Facebook is the following: 1. Privacy settings set to the strictest possible settings 2. Do not play games or use any FB apps. 3. Do not allow myself to be...
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    When to run?

    Meriwhen replied to NurseandGrow's topic in Psychiatric

    Never had a patient come after me. Had a couple throw things at me (1 hit, 1 miss) but I've never had to run from a
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    SSRI v MAOI

    Meriwhen replied to aachavez's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Not going to do all of the research for you...but here's something to get you started SSRI: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Translation: helps prevent serotonin from being reuptook (?),...
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    What do you indicate when they ask "Salary Requirement"?

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

    I find out what the going rate is for someone with comparable skills and experience, then go a dollar or so on either
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    Nurse Signatures, matching names

    Meriwhen replied to nkochrn's topic in General Nursing

    In almost every place I've worked, I've also had to print/stamp my name out in block letters along with the signature. So even if I had common last name, it wouldn't be an issue. Easiest solution is...
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    4.0 in LPN program, not admitted to RN program

    Meriwhen replied to rb0824's topic in New York Nursing

    OP: the hard reality is that a having a perfect GPA doesn't guarantee acceptance into a nursing program. A 4.0 doesn't guarantee someone the spot over the applicant with a 3.5. Nor does a 4.0...