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  1. Capella RN to MSN

    A_Simp replied to BenjaminsMom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am considering the RN to MSN (Educator) program and would like to start in January. Any insights into the school would be helpful. I think I have it narrowed down to Capella vs Grand Canyon. I...

  2. Drips

    A_Simp posted a topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I just started working on a progressive care unit and want to know if anyone has a good link, resource, study guide or cheat sheet on drips - cardizem, amiodrione, heparin, etc? I ultimately would...

  3. Nursing Conspiracies - Do I Need a Tinfoil Nurse's Cap?

    A_Simp replied to KeepClimbing's topic in General Nursing

    I couldn't agree more! Having worked in business in career #1 & #2 (NSG #3), I am amazed hospitals and mgmt do not apply effective, employee retention strategies from other industries. Makes no...

  4. Drips

    A_Simp replied to A_Simp's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Sounds like what I'm looking for. too bad it's not

  5. Drips

    A_Simp replied to A_Simp's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Thanks for the posts. Any info on titration would be helpful too. As an example, we had a pt on cardizem 10mg/hr and my preceptor changed it to 5mg/hr then off. I realized some drips you only...

  6. Teaching hospitals in Charlotte

    A_Simp replied to luv2shopp85's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    There 2 hosptial system in Charlotte - Novant Health (Presbyterian) and Carolina's Medical Center (CMC). CMC is the teaching hospital is Presbyterian is

  7. How often do you draw Troponins at your hospital?

    A_Simp replied to RNcDreams's topic in Cardiac

    Where I work in MASS, our order set is written q8 until peak but we stop if neg x2 or possibly 3. Hope that

  8. Entry into RN Practice: Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)

    A_Simp replied to VickyRN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Interesting blog! From my own experience, it did take 3 yrs for me to complete my RN - 1 yr for the pre reqs and the other 2 yr for the NSG courses. I realize there is quite a bit of debate regarding...

  9. CNA programs

    A_Simp replied to sawyer12's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    The American Red Cross offers a program. I did min through Winchester hospital and I think Lahey Clinic might have one. Not sure about any of the downtown hospitals. The cost is between

  10. A little apprehensive....need advice

    A_Simp replied to Mandy52203's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi Mandy, You are right... the job market is tight for new grads right now. However in 5 years the climate might be a very different and there may be an abundance of positions. In the meantime, I...

  11. picc lines????

    A_Simp replied to erin01's topic in First Year After Licensure

    At our facility, we only access PICC lines 2x a day and flush with 10cc NS. Porta caths are accessed by the IV nurse. Luckily, on my floor we don't see too many porta caths just PICCs or Vas

  12. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I made my last post before you posted but so far I have not seen much of a difference between ASN vs BSN with the exeption of going into management and administrative roles. There are some practice...

  13. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Wow! Lots of great questions... Where to start.... the loan forgivness. I can't really speak to the LM/RC program but I do know a few of my classmates did it maybe 3-5 out of 30. What I did was get my...

  14. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Bananrob, it wasn't my intention to scare you and I feel bad. I finished in May 08 and the majority of my class found jobs. I few people decided to take the summer off and start their job hunt...

  15. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I have to agree with CCLEM1 on cost. When I went to school the 1st time, I also did the CC route for my AS then onto my BS. There was considerable $$ savings. Most ASN programs have articulation...

  16. help with charting

    A_Simp replied to tolerantgirl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You can also add "Safety being

  17. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I graduated from LM/RC last year and have been working ever since. I found the LM/RC program to be very good with seasoned instructors. I also have a BS in another field as well as 2 small children....

  18. New grad salary in Boston hospitals?

    A_Simp replied to greygooseuria's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Any updated information for Boston Medical Center and Tufts?

  19. What initials do I place after my name??

    A_Simp replied to BikerRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm not trying to be "wise" here but you CAN acutally get your MSN without a BSN. There are programs for RNs with non-nursing, Bachelor degrees to enroll and obtain their

  20. any lawrence memorial/regis college students or graduates out there?

    A_Simp replied to redsoxfan's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I graduated in May '08 from the day program. Nursing school is a grind and a lot of work no matter where you go. I enjoyed the program and the professors are all experienced, knowledgable,...

  21. Nursing pins

    A_Simp replied to RNmom08's topic in General Nursing

    The school that I went to built the pin cost into the last semesters tuition and we did not have a choice in regards to the pin, which I think was a good way to do it. Our class did get to choose what...

  22. So you don't like Nursing? Let's fix it!

    A_Simp replied to BusinessGrad's topic in General Nursing

    Get thread! Although I am a new RN, I have extensive experience running businesses and have work as a business consultant for a franchise company in my pass life. I know one of the issues is...

  23. any recommendations for ADN programs in the Boston, Ma area?

    A_Simp replied to casualintense's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Here are a couple more. Laboure College - Dorchester Lawrence Memorial -

  24. Shift report

    A_Simp replied to jjmath215's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Here's my report sheet. I made it so all I would have to do is circle the med times, diet, etc. This was my 1st version and I'm currently on my 6th revision. I keep customizing it as time goes by....

  25. Colace & Senna w/colostomy?

    A_Simp posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    The other night I had a pt with a colostomy and they were ordered for colace BID and Senna QHS. I held the medication because somewhere in school, I remember never to give laxatives to someone with a...