Penguin67

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  1. is the advisor right?

    Penguin67 replied to jess1018's topic in General Nursing

    While I agree with most of the replies to the question, I have to interject some research findings into this discussion. If you fail a class, it doesn't mean that you aren't cut out for nursing. It...

  2. Legal & ethical issues

    Penguin67 replied to AussieKylie's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Paternity determination (DNA testing) Sterilization (tubal, hysterectomy, vasectomy) How old is too old to have a baby? Sperm and egg donation Birth control Adoption/relinquishment rape, trauma,...

  3. Entire ER crew will go to mandatory retreat

    Penguin67 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would be more concerned with bringing in total agency personnel to cover in the absence of regular staff. Who would be there to answer any questions from them?

  4. UAB info!!

    Penguin67 replied to KC531's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am a UAB alum (BSN, MSN, DSN) and wish all of the future UAB students much success in the program. It is a top notch program, with outstanding instructors and great clinical learning sites. Enjoy...

  5. Kicked out of Nursing program

    Penguin67 replied to leereynold218's topic in General Nursing

    If she was booted from a nursing program, there had to be a reason and she should have been given documentation of that. The route that some students take is the appeal of dismissal from the nursing...

  6. Applying to Nursing School: Is this enough?

    Penguin67 replied to CarinaBallerina's topic in General Nursing

    I would direct your questions to your school advisor or the nursing admissions office, as each school can focus on different things, and you really need to fine tune to the school that you wish to get...

  7. The Most Hard Working Shift- Day Or Night Shift?

    Penguin67 replied to TPS360's topic in General Nursing

    I used to think that there was a clear cut answer to this, but as I got older and more nursing experience, I realized that ALL nurses work hard. Each shift has different stressors and a different way...

  8. Emotions at work

    Penguin67 replied to onlyngrace's topic in General Nursing

    I attempted to do the survey, but encountered too many problems. I was placed back a page to answer a question that was blank, but there were two dots for one question. Surely that will skew some...

  9. Nursing Malpractice insurance?

    Penguin67 replied to queenjean's topic in General Nursing

    I use NSO as well. I haven't had to operationalize my coverage, thankfully. I would suggest looking at the terms of the policy carefully. 1. How much are you covered for? Per aggregate and lifetime?...

  10. Ana

    Penguin67 replied to SillyStudent's topic in General Nursing

    1. Yes, I have been a member of ANA and my state/local affiliation since I graduated from nursing school in 1989. I do a monthly check draft, that is now less than a tank of gas per month. 2. I think...

  11. Suggestions for improvement

    Penguin67 replied to medichall's topic in Emergency

    You said that she had been in your ED for 8 months, but didn't tell what her orientation period was like or how long it was. Do you have a formal orientation where a new employee is paired with a...

  12. What 4 year health degree has a decent starting wage and room for advancement?

    Penguin67 replied to ZionsWrath's topic in General Nursing

    If you are interested in seeing the multi opportunities that are available to you with a nursing career, check out www.discovernursing.com They have a great site with testimonials form many nurses in...

  13. I need some help :)

    Penguin67 replied to cherokeesummer's topic in Ob/Gyn

    AWHONN is a great organization for perinatal nurses, so you have gone to the right place. They also have a wonderful website and a great research journal, JOGNN. You are headed in the right

  14. Rant!!! Someone's using my name!

    Penguin67 replied to GadgetRN71's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure that I completely understand the situation. From what you wrote, a nurse visited another patient. Whether or not she was on duty, I do not see a friendly visit as a HIPAA violation. Can...

  15. "I have kids! I need to come in late, need more sick time, etc."

    Penguin67 replied to Plagueis's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree that the manager has to be fair to all employees, regardless of whether or not they have children, are married versus are single. Single nurses without children can have busy lives,...

  16. I have never been nasty to a student until now!!!

    Penguin67 replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am a clinical instructor, and in my syllabus, it states that students are not to bring their cell phones on to the unit. Period. They are given my beeper number and the unit number to give out to...

  17. Price of medications

    Penguin67 replied to MichaelFloridaRN's topic in General Nursing

    I picked up a vial of Zofran for my dad during his chemotherapy. I was shocked that his good insurance had a copay of $250. That was only for 30 pills. He ended up liking Reglan much better than...

  18. Any idea about this?

    Penguin67 replied to Ladywhite's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome back to the States! I visited Bangkok and Chaing Mai with my nursing students in May of last year for a study abroad experience. We all had a super time and enjoyed traveling around your...

  19. Combining Peds and Women's Health Courses

    Penguin67 posted a topic in General Students

    I am a faculty member. who works in a nursing program where we recently voted to combine the peds and women's health courses. I would greatly appreciate some student input regarding how to sequence...

  20. Snow..... bad weather

    Penguin67 replied to wearingmanyhats's topic in General Nursing

    In March 0f 1993, I was working as a staff nurse in Birmingham, AL, and there was a huge blizzard headed our way. Everyone knew about it on Friday morning. I was scheduled to work the weekend. I had...

  21. 3-11

    Penguin67 replied to michael79's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I worked 3-11 straight out of school and loved it! I wish it were an option today. I'll make no bones about the fact that I despise 12 hour shifts because of the stressful situations that we are put...

  22. Combining Peds and Women's Health Courses

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Students

    Many thanks to all of you who responded so far to my post. I really appreciate your feedback, and will probably take your posts with me to our next planning meeting. It is really important to have...

  23. Combining Peds and Women's Health Courses

    Penguin67 posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    My nursing program voted to combine the women's health and pediatric courses. I am involved in planning the new course with both faculty, and we have hit a wall as to how to proceed with lectures. As...

  24. Combining Peds and Women's Health Courses

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Thanks so much for your response! I posted here so that I could her from non-educators, who were students at one time, to get your feedback. It will be helpful and I'll probably take a copy of your...

  25. Should I say something to this student?

    Penguin67 replied to CNAinNeb's topic in General Nursing

    I would discuss your concerns with the clinical instructor of the school. As an instructor, I would appreciate the up front communication. But also bear in mind that students are not substitutes for...