Crux1024

Crux1024

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  1. I need information on how to pay for a PCA program at my school?

    Crux1024 replied to TrinaCNA's topic in General Nursing

    That does seem like an EXCESSIVE amount for a PCA class, I wouldnt pay it. Id call around so some nursing homes and see if any of them offer free CNA classes with employment there. Hospitals too. Or...

  2. PLEASE HELP!!! ASN to CRNA??

    Crux1024 replied to crazybumblebee's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Also, a few years of critical care experience is generally needed before applying to CRNA programs, so youll have to fit those in somewhere. I've never heard of an ASN-CRNA program...if you find one,...

  3. 20 weeks pregnant, new RN grad, will they fire me

    Crux1024 replied to mdonohue's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on the Job and baby! As someone else said, FMLA does not kick in until you have been with that company for at least a year. They don't legally have to hold your job for you, but hopefully,...

  4. Nursing Texts Highest Rate of Theft in Barnes and Noble

    Crux1024 replied to DawnSue's topic in General Nursing

    My texts cost me almost $1000 the first semester..so it makes sense to me! I bet those would be the ones for sale in pristine condition on

  5. Nurse refuses to give or recieve shift report

    Crux1024 replied to dkweaver's topic in General Nursing

    I think they meant LATERAL violence.... ..but LMAO

  6. Can I apply for a job before I graduate?

    Crux1024 replied to dine saw's topic in General Nursing

    I applied in December, interviewed in January and was hired in February for a May graduation. Alot depends on the hospital. Good

  7. Son wants to be a CRNA, but wants his ears guaged

    Crux1024 replied to topher-67's topic in General Nursing

    Hi! RN with tattoos and piercing and gauged ears here! Oh my! My tattoos are easily covered, howver the gauges...not so much. Most of my nursing instructors in school were curious about my ears and...

  8. NCLEX question...please advice...very concerned.

    Crux1024 replied to made27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Check this thread, it may help with your anxiety : https://allnurses.com/nclex-discussion-forum/pearsonvue-trick-true-374829.html The test itself decides when it feels youve proven your competence or...

  9. Will telemetry cert matter anywhere else?

    Crux1024 replied to newtress's topic in Cardiac

    Im not sure what cert you mean. It may be a hosp specific thing. I personally had to take a dysrhythmias class, but it only counts for my orientation plan and PSNA hours. It will look good that you...

  10. RN student

    Crux1024 replied to blacksky's topic in General Nursing

    A med surg textbook would have this information. I personally have Iggy and I know it has this info. Also, try the internetz...lol. They are your

  11. Should i major in nursing?? Help plz!!

    Crux1024 replied to bubbliibby's topic in General Nursing

    Also see if through your high school or local hospital, a shadowing day is offered. They do this where I live. Its a great way to follow a nurse around for a day and see if what they do interests you....

  12. RRT going to nursing school

    Crux1024 replied to sup8na's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Im just curious here, OP. Would you be able to function as RRT and RN in one position? Or would it be one or the

  13. Online Midwife Programs

    Crux1024 replied to mickey72's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The only one I know of is this one: http://www.midwives.org/home.html Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing Ive heard its a good one, but no personal experience as to whether it is or not....

  14. "disturbed Energy Field" ...Really?

    Crux1024 replied to dannyc12's topic in General Nursing

    My favorite NANDA dx was always "Disorganized Infant Behavior"....I would just picture a baby running around my office, throwing papers here and there....... *yes, i know thats not what it actually...

  15. Lapel watches???

    Crux1024 replied to salliwag's topic in General Nursing

    Ive only worn lapel watches for the 2 yrs in school and my fresh 3 months as an RN. I pin it behind my badge, and flip it around when I need it. Sounds weird, i know...but it works. I havent had...

  16. RN vs Surgical Technologist

    Crux1024 replied to kyou03's topic in General Nursing

    Im sorry...the problem is what exactly? ST's get as much schooling as nurses in many schools across the country. Many nursing programs dont even get OR time, or its a few days @ most. Nurses...

  17. I need this question answered...please help!

    Crux1024 replied to caylajune11's topic in General Nursing

    Nicely said. Youve given me some hope. I come off orientation in a WEEK and I am admittedly nervous.

  18. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    Crux1024 replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sounds to me as if you somehow signed in wrong the 2nd time. Try

  19. Horrible hospital experience!

    Crux1024 replied to southernbeegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my God. I am sorry. Id be horrified AND ****** off. Hope your dad is ok and recovers

  20. Policy on Nurse assignments regarding contact isolation patients? ?

    Crux1024 replied to JamRN29's topic in General Nursing

    I would imagine, following universal percautions in addition to any contact isolation, one would be able to handle an assignment like that without putting the other patients at risk. Then again, this...

  21. BLS vs ACLS

    Crux1024 replied to WoofyMutt80's topic in General Nursing

    This thread has got me thinking. If a layperson were to take ACLS.....seriously...what would they be able to do? Would it be strictly taking the course to increase their knowledge base or what?...

  22. RN vs Surgical Technologist

    Crux1024 replied to kyou03's topic in General Nursing

    Big fuss as in? Arguing or Power trips? Its the same thing you'll find in any work place. Coworkers irking each other and sometimes stepping on toes. Not so much a big fuss as it is just personal...

  23. my take on the Nclex rn today

    Crux1024 replied to miconium's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OP, I felt exactly the same this friday. I went to bed around 11pm the night before and woke up @ 0230!! Yeah not good. I laid in bed for hours and finally just got out @ 0530. I went to the Test...

  24. what nursing school do/did you attend?

    Crux1024 replied to ErinDel's topic in General Nursing

    Lancaster General College of Nursing (ASN) In Pennsylvania...Just graduated this May. Also just passed my NCLEX!

  25. Thinking about becoming an RN, need advice.

    Crux1024 replied to jlove86's topic in General Nursing

    It does make sense. IF you were graduating now, Im sure the general consensus would be "Take what you can get!!" but maybe when youre through, Jobs will be plentiful. I know of a few classmates that...