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I agree that flu vaccines are important, but I also find it interesting that she had "phenomenal nursing care," and yet also obtained a "pressure ulcer on her back 5 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep into the muscle." Could just be me, but that sounds off.

Thank you! Any Craig nurses here? If so, anything to share (positive or negative) would be welcome. Also curious about living in Denver. I have been researching it, but it helps to hear it from locals in the same profession directly.

For experienced CRRN nurses looking from out of state. I never see RN jobs listed on their website (not just recently), but they must have some turnover? I am just not sure what avenue they use to bring in new staff. Thanks for your response!

Does anyone know their hiring process? They don't seem to ever have RN jobs listed on their site. Any information is much appreciated!

Did anyone get their diploma in the mail yet?

Thank you guys! Is there anywhere I can look online that will show that we have a BSN? DARS says my requirements are complete, but at my other university we could print something out right after everyone walked like the unofficial transcript online that showed the degree awarded, etc.

Done here, too. FINALLY! Now what comes next? I haven't seen grades posted yet, no updates on DAR, etc. Does the paper degree just arrive in the mail one day? Thanks in advance for any info. I was going to e-mail my adviser, but I saw the name changed yet again (maybe the 5th time?) so I thought I'd just ask my more experienced peers instead. :)

Same here. I am also confused- I don't have the APA book anymore, but according to the Purdue OWL site (which is supposed to be based on the most current APA info available), you still do the "retrieved from" thing. Am I missing something?

I'm in. Took the ethics quiz and I got most of the questions wrong. I have the 8th ed. book, but I couldn't find any answers to the questions in the assigned readings or on the class page. Am I missing something?

I have no idea if I did the genogram assignment the way they wanted. The rubric wasn't really helping me.

I am! Trying to figure out how they want the genogram. Looks completely different than the other one I did for a different OU nursing class.

Anyone have any grades from week 1 DB yet?

Same here. And nothing in writing.

I would LOVE to have the grades from week one before I submit week three assignments. Sigh.

Seriously! I think many of us dedicated time to our assignments over this weekend and we have just been twiddling our thumbs all day long.

The readings were: Chapter 2 - Management Principles Chapter 4 - Organizational Climate and Culture Chapter 17 - Mission Statements, Policies, and Procedures I can't believe BB is still down!

BB is down this AM, of course now that I am home from work and have time available for it.

I can't see it on Blackboard yet. Hopefully soon!

Nevermind, I thought classes started today. No wonder I am not seeing anything in blackboard. Better early than late I guess. :)

Can anyone see 4580 yet? I'm in, but unable to view the class.

I don't know of any shadow programs, but you can call HR at the hospitals you are interested in and see if they might have something that just isn't advertised. You could also try to volunteer at the hospital and that would expose you to the practice and atmosphere. If you know of any nurses, I'd encourage you to talk to them in depth. Nursing can have its rewards, but it is also extremely challenging mentally, physically, spiritually, every which way. This is my second career also and if I knew then what I know now, I may have gone a different direction. Not trying to discourage you at all; I applaud your interest in finding out before you are in too deep and I wish you the best of luck with whatever you decide.

I didn't buy the case studies yet either. I saw on the syllabus that they are supposed to be posting more information about them in the first week of class. Also, did anyone find Health Promotion by Nora Pender for the discussion? It said it was posted in the resources section, but I can't find the resource link or tab. The other Pender readings don't seem to have the list of lifestyle practices referenced unless I am missing something?

There is a job posting for a School Nurse position currently in Georgia that states the minimum requirements are: "Current State Certification as LPN or CNA." Then it states the job responsibilities as: "Under the supervision of the school principal and Deputy Superintendent, the school nurse will carry out the following duties: 1. Oversee and / or administer medications given at assigned school according to prescription and / or over-the-counter label instructions, keeping accurate documentation. 2. Provide guidelines for documentation of sick/injured children and medication administration. 3. Adhere to the directions of the physician when providing related services at all schools. 4. Be available for emergency care of all faculty, staff, and students at all schools. 5. Consult with teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies relative to student health problems at all schools. 6. Assist faculty in identifying and referring students in need of medical and dental care. 7. Teach First Aid and C.P.R. to personnel as indicated and requested. 8. Make initial and follow-up screenings of possible contagious diseases when referred by a staff member. 9. Purchase and distribute medical and first aid supplies to each school. 10. Participate with administrators and school staff in developing and implementing the overall school health policies (e.g., head lice, medication administration). 11. Coordinate community resources to aid students, parents and teachers regarding health-related problems and/or needs. 12. Work with teachers in carrying out the Health and Safety Curriculum and Sexuality Objectives, K-12. 13. Maintain up-to-date cumulative health records on students referred for medical/nursing care. 14. Maintain Federal and State records as required. 15. Work with the County Health Department in conducting routine scoliosis screenings. 16. Serve on committees (Family Life Council and Guidance Committee). 17. Assume other duties as assigned." I was under the impression from the state scope of practice and the board policy statements that a CNA would not be able to legally carry out all of the duties and requirements listed in the job (posted by a public school). For example, the medication administration section of the code states, "The administration of medication is the process whereby a prescribed medication or a medication ordered under a nurse protocol, O.C.G.A. 43-34-26-1, is given to a patient/client by one of several routes to include but not be limited to, oral, inhalation, topical, rectal, or parenteral. The registered nurse verifies the medication order and the properly prescribed medication, gives the medication in accordance with current standards of practice and accepted principles and procedures as taught in nursing education. These include verification that the right medication is being given to the right patient/client in the right dose, by the right route at the right time as well as the assessment of the patient/client following administration of the medication for expected effects and possible untoward side effects. Administration of medication is a complex nursing responsibility which requires a knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology. Registered nurses may administer medications prescribed by authorized health care providers which may include protocols as defined in O.C.G.A. 43-34-26.1. " Experienced school nurses, what are your thoughts on this? Thanks for any and all input.

Does anyone here wear them? I have been rotating Alegrias, Danskos, and New Balance primarily for a while now, but I'm looking for something else for my poor feet. A physical therapist recommended Merrell Gloves and swears by minimalist shoes, concrete or not. He says his feet and legs have never felt better. They didn't fit my feet well though. My Vibram Five Fingers fit like a dream for jogging, but can't wear toe shoes to work. Anyone have any recommendations for the floor? Thank you!

Shepherd Center has Baylor/weekend option, too. Best of luck!