Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

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    Not accredited school but looking towards Bachelors

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

    I'm not so much concerned about where you can get your BSN as I am about the fact that like the poster above me stated, you may not be able to practice nursing in every state. Each state's BON has...
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    Dr office vs er

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

    Dr's office: better hours (most likely weekdays 8-4 or something similar); no weekends (unless your doc is open on weekends); holidays off; pay is lower than the ER; stress level is lower than the...
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    Capstone

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

    Unless you are really pressed for time and have to complete the program ASAP, why not take the government course first, then the Capstone? Why torment yourself when you don't have
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    How do you handle multiple suicide gestures from the same patient?

    Meriwhen replied to chariot's topic in General Nursing

    Think about what is the most important thing in this scenario, and that will help lead you to what the correct answer
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    Applying for Nursing School, I have an old misdemeanor

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

    AFAIK you need only report convictions...facilities/BONs vary as to what they want you to disclose on top of that, though. You should really talk with a lawyer for the most accurate
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    Applying for Nursing School, I have an old misdemeanor

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

    Keep in mind that a lot of BONs require that you report expunged charges. CA does. Unfortunately, you can't alter time and undo what you did. What you can do is be honest about it and stress what...
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    Should I become a nurse for the money??

    Meriwhen replied to Wot chick's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can introduce them to the growing masses of new grads struggling to find that first job anywhere, as well as the experienced nurses who are also having a hard time finding and/or keeping work....
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    Should I become a nurse for the money??

    Meriwhen replied to Wot chick's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Keep this is mind...and I'm putting this out there for those persons interested general, it's not specifically targeted at you, OP :) The nursing job market for new grads sucks now. It sucks for...
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    Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Courses CPI??

    Meriwhen replied to gewmac's topic in Psychiatric

    Both my prior and current psych facilities give all their unit staff CPI training. In fact, the prior facility gave everyone--even administrative and non-patient care positions--the training. It's...
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    Question for psych nurses!

    Meriwhen replied to Blue4me2's topic in Psychiatric

    OP: I second that. In your case, it is NOT a good idea to be alone with the patient because it's not a safe
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    Lazy nurse... I can't take it anymore...!!!

    Meriwhen replied to Newgrad_STAT's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    i've learned to check the narc count after each narc that i give. i know that it may not always be easy when you are giving them out in bulk, but it's not impossible. it also helps you figure out...
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    Resignation Advice & Help Requested

    Meriwhen replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations! The letter is very good...you definitely don't want to burn any bridges with them because you never know if you will be on their doorstep again seeking a job, or if you need a...
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    Question for psych nurses!

    Meriwhen replied to Blue4me2's topic in Psychiatric

    Depends on you, the situation, the patient and the setting. If you are a nursing student, NO. Do not even read further because it is NEVER OK. There are some acutely psychotic patients that it goes...
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    You never know

    Meriwhen replied to LemonIndiscretion's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry for your loss. Whenever nursing students roll through, I always tell them not to be surprised if they find themselves changing their mind about their specialty several times before they...
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    Hired at two places at once.....how to work out my orientation?

    Meriwhen replied to MotocrossNurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I actually worked my full-time as a PRN during my new grad year, then was hired permanently there. However there was always a staffing need at my facility; your mileage may vary. PRN is common for...
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    Is it appropriate to use a classmate as a job reference?

    Meriwhen replied to loveoutloud's topic in General Students

    IMO, not as a professional reference as there is no professional relationship between you. You'd be better off asking an instructor, preceptor or even an outside person (such as the boss of your last...
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    How do you approach hospitals' HR?

    Meriwhen replied to FutureRN_NP's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, if HR tells you only to apply online, I'd seriously take their advice. They're not looking for those who'll try to get around the system so they can reward them for their creativity and...
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    Alcohol Detox Question

    Meriwhen replied to Clovery's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    There is no alcohol "detox" drug. Time and abstinence is how you detox an ETOH patient. Librium is used during withdrawal to alleviate severe symptoms and prevent seizures. Any long-acting benzo can...
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    Levels of Code Status

    Meriwhen replied to cardiac.cure03's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I would hope that any patient regardless of their code status will receive comfort care, and I'm a little alarmed that comfort care has to be specifically designated. Last I checked, DNR doesn't...
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    Need job advise PLEASE HELP ME

    Meriwhen replied to JenniferA428's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Normally going straight into acute care would be my vote, but given the description of the job...what are the odds that you will last there for the 2 years (used to be 1 but the market's bad) you need...
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    Letter of Admonition...A Career Death Sentence? bv

    Meriwhen replied to Verbal425's topic in General Nursing

    As far as I know,
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    Hired at two places at once.....how to work out my orientation?

    Meriwhen replied to MotocrossNurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    This is how I would handle it: Decide which job you would choose if you had to pick only one. Once you've decided which job you'd want more, try to reschedule the orientation of the other job....
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    I couldn't believe what I was hearing!

    Meriwhen replied to sra27's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Rock. Hard place. Son had a point in that he's concerned about his father's environment: after all, his father is trying to recover from his own illness/surgery. Hearing the regular...
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    Tired of LTC...

    Meriwhen replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have the utmost respect for anyone that works LTC. It's a tough job and I know I can't hack it, so I applaud those who
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    Am I wrong for calling off? Please help!

    Meriwhen replied to np2b4me's topic in General Nursing

    Funny how it's "team playing" when they need help but when YOU (the nurse) needs help you can hear the crickets chirping as you wait in vain. Unfortunately, I'm not sure your CNO will get it after...