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    Financial Aid and WGU

    nursejoy1 replied to nursejoy1's topic in Western Governors University

    Thank you for your reply. I understand that, but have a coworker who's Pell Grant application stated he was eligible, but when he went to the actual college, they stated he was not eligible d/t...
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    CNA Train the Trainer Class

    nursejoy1 replied to Marisette's topic in General Nursing

    Look into LTC facilities in your area. Many do their own CNA training. I am CNA instructor/Education Director at my facility. I transitioned into this position, but have seen others hired into similar...
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    Anybody with info on LPN to RN mobility program at Snead State Community College

    nursejoy1 replied to mearly6487's topic in LPN to RN

    I know this is kind of an old post, but... I finished the snead program last may and passed the nclex first try. It was very difficult and huge amount of work, but, it is possible to make it. Good...
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    Anyone else taking prereqs online at Snead State?

    nursejoy1 replied to Raven Sierra's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took those classes online at snead and loved them. However, the a&p is not strictly online, there are on campus meetings as well. The human growth and development was a very good course and does...
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    What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    nursejoy1 replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    Just recently I've had two experiences. The first, I was standing outside of a room on our hospice hall talking with a cna. The resident in the room was sleeping in the bed and we could see the entire...
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    What would nurses like from families on holidays?

    nursejoy1 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    My favorite thing is a big hug and someone telling me that they can tell I love my job and truly care for my residents. Or when residents themselves hug me and tell me they love...
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    home remedies you would NEVER try

    nursejoy1 replied to ktwlpn's topic in General Nursing

    Fresh urine in the ear for earache, urine on the feet for athelete's foot. Vick's Vaporub for athelete's foot or fungal nail infection, duct tape or banana peel for warts. As for the man that could...
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    Oh the difference a unifrom can make

    nursejoy1 replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    In my opinion float nurses need more skills, as each floor/department they float to needs a different skill set. I admire those who are flexible enough to work any and all
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    LTC Nurses Bottom of the Barrel

    nursejoy1 replied to jjnmrsmom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have been an LTC nurse since 2001. I just graduated in May wth my RN and would love some hospital experience, just as something different, not better. My problem is, I could not take the pay cut, as...
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    NA looking to become an LPN

    nursejoy1 replied to steben2006's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was a CNA for years before becoming an LPN and now an RN. This, in my opinion, is the best way to start your nursing career. It will probably not count toward your LPN, but will give you a wealth of...
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    I'm in a jam - need some insight

    nursejoy1 replied to bounceybounce's topic in General Nursing

    While I am not saying that a quick decision is for everyone, sometimes, you just "know" I met my husband on March 14, 1992, we got engaged on March 21, 1992 and married Oct. 24, 1992. We will...
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    Stupid things said by your non-nurse significant other

    nursejoy1 replied to Moogie's topic in Nursing Humor

    I had a neighbor who told everyone who would listen that she had a lung transplant at our small rural hospital and only had to stay overnight. Wish I healed that
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    Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    nursejoy1 replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    never. My husband had 3 when we met and I asked him to sell them. (I had a friend who had been killed in a motorcyce accident several months earlier at the age of 19) I'm glad he loved me enough to do...
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    What are some reasons why some go for their LPN before they go for their RN ?

    nursejoy1 replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in LPN to RN

    My LPN program took 1 year and I took the prerequisites along with the nursing courses. ADN was a minimum of 3 years including prereqs. I had a 3 year old son and wanted to get a good paying job in...
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    Incredibly sore arm after PPD

    nursejoy1 replied to future-trauma-queen's topic in General Nursing

    That "streak down your arm" doesn't sound too good. Especially since you are also in pain. I'd see my
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    Online Degree vs. University Degree

    nursejoy1 replied to commonsense's topic in General Nursing

    I have been pondering similar decisions and my main advice would be to ensure that wherever you get your degree is acredited. I was an LPN for 9 years and recently got my RN through an online program...
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    Why is it a crime...

    nursejoy1 replied to Getreal2011's topic in General Nursing

    I absolutely love what I do but I would only do it for free if I were filthy rich. When I became a LPN 9 years ago, I chose LTC because it paid about $3/hr more than the hospitals offered. Though I...
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    Was the doctor right or wrong about this?

    nursejoy1 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Unless the Doc clearly identified himself in the VM msg I would NOT leave priveledged info. My name, phone number and unit or extension, yes, patient's name? No. If he did clearly ID himself, then I...
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    Negotiate pay

    nursejoy1 replied to micmurph's topic in General Nursing

    I was just about to post a similar question. I am in the same situation. I have been at my LTC facility for almost 9 yrs and will take my final for RN on Tuesday. I have been offered a position, but...
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    Private CNA?

    nursejoy1 replied to queenjulie's topic in General Nursing

    Also, Check with your state agency to find out what you need to do to ensure that you retain your certification. For example- in Alabama, you must work a minimum of 8 hours in a long term care...
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    Eye drops

    nursejoy1 replied to stephanie brooks's topic in General Nursing

    Policy at my facility is 3-5 mins between different types of eye drops. Hope that
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    Prescription fish oil? You have got to be kidding me!

    nursejoy1 replied to MikeyBSN's topic in General Nursing

    I think maybe the OP meant they couldn't believe it needed a
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    Please stay up on your CEUs (NOT a medical assistant bash)

    nursejoy1 replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    3 yrs ago I got my flu shot at work- given by a nurse with a BSN. Given in R deltoid and she DID aspirate. When she removed the needle, I bled just as you said you did. She was so shocked, because, as...
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    Where should a nursing instructor begin?

    nursejoy1 replied to ctdismukes's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I am the CNA instructor currently and do med pass check offs, wound care check offs, etc for LPNs as well as train new employees on policy and procedure. This is of course of direction of our Ed....
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    CNA Registry

    nursejoy1 replied to JM5NA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In Alabama, all we can do is verify that you are certified and are not on the abuse registry. It doesn't list past