Has anyone graduated from a MSN at Grand Canyon University? I am looking at it. I spent a ton of money on my BSN at a very highly regarded school and I don't want to spend that kind of money again ( I...
It is completely inadequate that at this time there is no required testing of chemo nurses for exposure. I have gotten complacent and thought it was funny to joke about it too. I am guilty of the same...
I don't think it hurts to call the manager. You will probably have to leave a message but there is always a chance that you will get them in person. They will want to know your most recent experience,...
Either you are disorganized and lack follow through or your preceptor is a bully. You need to ask your self which is it. If your preceptor is a bully ask for another one. If you can't then maybe you...
The fact that no one has answered this question is disturbing to me as an Oncology RN. We should be tested annually for changes to our DNA and radiation levels. I feel that we are expected to hold a...
annacat replied to laurenjarrod's topic in General World
Hi californianurse! Thanks for sharing. I recently found out that this is an option, am single with 0 dependents and it seems like a great way to make some money while seeing a part of the world that...
I am signed up to take it in October. I have found very little information online about preparing for it. I have the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice Book. Every...
Wow! Thanks for the reply. That explains the low offer. I definitely don't want to take the LVN rate. I worked way to hard to get through my bachelors degree program and have excellent training from a...
I am an RN with a BSN and 5 years experience in Oncology and Neurosciences. I am interested in Home Health or Hospice Nursing. I just moved from Maryland to Orange County CA. Looking for basic...
annacat replied to capitalsfan83's topic in Oncology
I have pushed vesicants through PIV's in the hand before without a problem. (Just be sure to check for blood return before, after, and every 2cc of push!) I have also had patients who's ports would be...
I agree, Chemocare.com is the place I go to get drug information for patients and to remind my self of the common side effects and precautions as well. It took me 2 years of Oncology nursing to feel...
I worked in a very busy chemotherapy infusion center at one of the most renowned hospitals in the US. We tried to stay away from using the hand/wrist veins with chemo, especially when planning to...
annacat replied to Certifiable's topic in Oncology
I am finding the above advice reassuring too! I am going to start on a BMT unit as a travel RN. I have 3 years experience giving chemo and blood products (and dealing with side effects) in a very busy...