anurseatlast

anurseatlast

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  1. Thank you, nurses

    anurseatlast replied to laurah4k's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry for your loss. It is always difficult to lose a loved one. I hope that you have many wonderful memories to keep him in your heart. I am glad you had nurses who cared for your family as...

  2. teen pregnancy

    anurseatlast replied to RNmilwife's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I work in community health doing a home based program for pregnant/parenting teens. I love my job. I see them about twice a month for pregnancy (if we can get them that early) until the baby is one....

  3. Is it me? Last few weeks of NS and my motivation is flagging.

    anurseatlast replied to DolceVita's topic in General Students

    Even with doing a 14 month accelerated program (I don't know how anyone does 4 YEARS!) which I really enjoyed, the last semester (which I think was 5 weeks) I just wanted to be done. It was really...

  4. How old were you when you finished nursing school?

    anurseatlast replied to pgray1229's topic in General Nursing

    I did an associate's in prenursing at a community college, graduated at almost 50. Did an accelerated program that started a few months later and graduated at the top of my class with a BSN at age 51....

  5. A question for career changers.

    anurseatlast replied to dudette10's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wow! I feel blessed to work in the positive nursing environment I do. Maybe it is different because it is not a hospital (non-profit working mostly with underserved populations) but it is a great...

  6. Got the Job!!! (Health Dept.)

    anurseatlast replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Public, Community Health

    Congrats on your new job! I do public/community health but in a different type of setting. I do a home-based program for pregnant and parenting teens. I LOVE my job. I knew this was what I wanted to...

  7. I got a surprise this morning....

    anurseatlast replied to LACA's topic in School

    Congrats! Even when we don't plan them, babies are precious. You have plenty of time to figure out how to fit this in - maybe that is why pregnancy is 9 months.You will have time to plan and recruit...

  8. My Microbiology Teacher told me I can't become a Nurse

    anurseatlast replied to louis345's topic in General Students

    As others said, she is not a nurse. How would she know what it takes to be a good nurse? I loved micro but was not good at the lab part. (I had a hard time with adjusting, moving the slide, etc) I did...

  9. What schools can you get into with a 3.6 GPA?

    anurseatlast replied to Skips's topic in General Nursing

    I would think that you would be in the running with a 3.6. Most schools look at more than just your GPA - what else were you doing - working, etc.and a 3.6 is a respectable GPA. Also, most do an...

  10. Can anyone tell me your experiences in a accelerated nursing program?

    anurseatlast replied to skyheaven477's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did an accelerated 15 month program and graduated at 51. I would do it again in a heartbeat. It was challenging but I enjoyed it (most of the time!). I cannot imagine doing 4 years. You learn an...

  11. Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    anurseatlast replied to freesia29's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am glad you are interested in learning about breastfeeding. New moms need all the help they can get. Becoming a lactation consultant is a very long process. You would not be able to do it by...

  12. What do I do? Roaches, no heat...

    anurseatlast replied to SDALPN's topic in Private Duty

    Absolutely report to adult protective services. Also, document every time you talk to someone at the agency in detail. (Once you find another job, report them too) Every time you go, you are putting...

  13. Lactation Specialist?

    anurseatlast replied to misselena's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If you take this 5 day course and pass the exam on the last day (taking the exam is optional - some people only come for the information and do not take the exam), then you are a lactation specialist....

  14. Senior in high school, dreaming to be a nurse!

    anurseatlast replied to dolphincatch's topic in General Nursing

    Once you get your CNA, you could start taking a couple classes at a community college. Check and be sure their credits are accepted at other colleges in your area - if not, it will be a waste of time...

  15. Rash from hand sanitizer?

    anurseatlast replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have problems with my hands too. I found it best to use soap and cool water and to pat, not rub, dry with paper towels. (I find the towels really irritating to my skin) I try to put lotion on...

  16. young mom, nursing school, job can i do it?

    anurseatlast replied to thinkbe4youink's topic in General Nursing

    Getting your cna first is great. It will allow to see what nurses really do and if you like the intimate care that is part of being a cna or nurse. Better to find that out before you invest too much...

  17. Prove my Mom wrong, please

    anurseatlast replied to NurseBanana's topic in General Nursing

    In my accelerated program, a classmate showed up the first day pregnant. The school tried really hard to convince her that she should delay a year but she refused. She had an uncomplicated pregnancy....

  18. Not staying on top of pain - confusing orders - myths?

    anurseatlast replied to Biogirl4's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am sorry that you had such a bad experience. There is no excuse for it. It doesn't matter what your pain threshold is - you had just had major surgery. This is not a normal physiological process....

  19. sialadenitis

    anurseatlast replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    My young adult daughter had sialadenitis involving the parotid gland a couple years ago. The doc suggested that she try sucking on lemon drops for a couple days to see if that would help (since it is...

  20. I don't want to be "clueless" when I hit the floor

    anurseatlast replied to momuv4qtz's topic in General Nursing

    I agee that you will feel clueless every time you start a new job. What can you do as a student to be as well prepared as possible? Do not memorize - aim for a deeper understanding. Although there...

  21. Need advice on nursing programs

    anurseatlast replied to lawly's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    i agree that choosing a nursing program because it requires fewer pre-reqs is not a good idea. Many of those classes are crucial for success in nursing school. As the above poster said, nursing school...

  22. Nebraska Methodist College Accelerated Program

    anurseatlast replied to C6H12O6's topic in General Nursing

    Do they still make you buy all the books for the program as a bundle? If so, you definitely won't need all of them right away. You could take the basic books for each class with you but leave the rest...

  23. Breastfeeding in the Hospital??!!

    anurseatlast replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    there is a little known provision in the health care reform about breastfeeding: what does the reasonable break time for nursing mothers law do? section 4207 of the patient protection and affordable...

  24. Nursing Career after caring for dying parents???

    anurseatlast replied to BrookeeLou_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry for the loss of your parents. It must be difficult to lose them both so close together. I know getting a job is important but be sure you take some time for yourself - you need it after...

  25. I'm 53 and want to be an LVN (Clock is ticking)

    anurseatlast replied to Motivated grandma's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If nursing is what you want to do, go for it. There are many non-traditional students in nursing school now. After I raised my children, I went to school and graduated with my BSN at 51. I think that...