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  1. Help - Lung Sounds

    becembrie replied to heaverboo's topic in General Nursing

    I have the same problem. The link was helpful. I know when what I am hearing is abnormal, but not always able to correctly state what the sounds are. I don't recall learning much about the various...

  2. Another seeking advice about returning to nursing :)

    becembrie replied to McBx3's topic in Retired Nurses

    Believe it or not, I left the nursing profession for 15 years!! I had my kids and ran a family business all the while wanting to go back, but life just kind of got in the way. I was fortunate that...

  3. Has anyone worked in pediatric home health?

    becembrie replied to gentle_ben_RN's topic in Pediatric

    Hi there. I haven't been on the site for a while and was just looking around when I saw your post. I am currently looking for a pediatric home health position. I have a full time position which I...

  4. must have qualities for a nurse

    becembrie replied to mgra328's topic in General Nursing

    Hi again. Just click on my user name and it will give you a drop down of options. You can send a personal message or email me directly.

  5. must have qualities for a nurse

    becembrie replied to mgra328's topic in General Nursing

    Michelle, I have always wanted to be a pediatric nurse. I graduated when I was in my mid twenties and worked for 5 years in pediatric oncology. Then I left the profession for about 15 years to raise...

  6. must have qualities for a nurse

    becembrie replied to mgra328's topic in General Nursing

    Michelle, I think you should go for it. It took me three tries to pass chemistry!!! It just wasn't my thing. I loved anatomy and biology, but just couldn't get my mind around chemistry. Probably...

  7. must have qualities for a nurse

    becembrie replied to mgra328's topic in General Nursing

    There are so many different types of nursing. If you are compassionate and like being around people, nursing would be a good choice. I always knew I wanted to be a nurse. Is it something you are...

  8. skunk smell??

    becembrie replied to PedsAtHeart's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe it's hormonal. When I was pregnant with my last daughter, I could not stand the smell of my clothes. It was the strangest thing. It was only my clothes and the odor wasn't horrific, it just...

  9. For Inactive Nurses desiring to return to the field

    becembrie replied to live4today's topic in Retired Nurses

    I must have just gotten lucky. I was out for 16 years and rehired to my old position without a problem. I am finishing a two month re-orientation this week. It hasn't been easy, but really, it...

  10. Patient with maggots in head

    becembrie replied to RD_Congo's topic in General Nursing

    I think I saw a show on National Geographic about maggots that are bred in a sterile lab environment. They are used for wound care. Like someone else said, they eat away the necrotic tissue and help...

  11. Curious: WHATS WITH THE CLOGS?

    becembrie replied to EmergencyMedicine's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I hate Crocs, but love my Dansko Clog. They are the only shoes that don't cause my feet to

  12. Student seeking ICU advice

    becembrie replied to RNMeg's topic in General Nursing

    Meg, if you really feel you want to work in ICU, then you should go to the open house and ask them if there is a possibility of starting out there when you graduate. They will be able to tell you...

  13. Curious: WHATS WITH THE CLOGS?

    becembrie replied to EmergencyMedicine's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have Lupus and all the little bones in my feet are in constant pain. The clogs are the only shoes that allow me to work pain free for 12 hours. I know they aren't that attractive, but I'll take...

  14. Hourly rounding... I have the time

    becembrie replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    I think the surveys hospitals send out are a bunch of baloney. Most don't send them for a few weeks and it has been proven that most people only respond if they have had a negative experience. You...

  15. Really concerned NEED HELP

    becembrie replied to littlemexicanboy's topic in General Nursing

    You state that you want to become an RN eventually. Have you looked into the ADN program at Goldenwest College? It's close to you and they have a great program. Good

  16. Return to Nursing

    becembrie replied to Stephanie47Black's topic in General Nursing

    I think you should just go for it too. I have a similar situation. I graduated with my RN 20 years ago, worked for 5 years then had 3 kids and ran a family business for the next 16 years. I always...

  17. New Grad Program

    becembrie replied to mjick's topic in General Nursing

    Our new grad programs start in January and August. I know for the January program they begin accepting applications in September. I agree with the others. Call or visit some local hospitals to find...

  18. freaking out

    becembrie replied to pinkrose01's topic in General Nursing

    Med errors are my biggest fear. I know how awful you feel, but as others have said, you did the right thing by reporting it. You will no doubt never make such an error again. I think as long as I...

  19. Family Doesn't Want Patient To Know?

    becembrie replied to missjennmb's topic in General Nursing

    I think a patient should always know what is going on, especially if they ask point blank. There are patients that don't want to hear what is really going on and they don't ask. I think if they ask,...

  20. Advancing ADN to BSN

    becembrie replied to csnba9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I just sent away for information on a distance BSN program through a local university. It is mostly online with one weekly on campus day for about 5 or 6 hours. It costs way less than the University...

  21. About to graduate..to start a family or find a job?

    becembrie replied to dreamct's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the others. Work a year or two and then have another child. The first couple of years are such a learning experience. As much as you learn in school, the experience you gain during...

  22. "oh. . .You're going to a COMMUNITY college?"

    becembrie replied to Toodee's topic in California Nursing

    How offensive. I graduated from a community college. When I got my degree, I had zero debt and found a job immediately as a new grad. Not one of my nursing peers ever asked me where I got my...

  23. does age REALLY matter?

    becembrie replied to pinkynbd_99's topic in General Nursing

    I went into nursing 20 years ago when I was in my 20's, had no children and not many responsibilities. I am returning now in my mid 40's after running a family business, raising 3 daughters and now...

  24. Can anyone recommend a good Phlebotomy/IV certification program?

    becembrie replied to MisterSimba's topic in California Nursing

    I took a three day IV/Blood withdrawal certification class at Genesis Medical Education Consultants in Orange. They offer it every month or so. It goes over the basics of IV therapy and blood...

  25. Need advice, pls!!

    becembrie replied to mom4jesus's topic in Pediatric

    Yes, it is so hard to stay calm when it is one of our children. Sometimes we know too much and can't stay focused or over-analyze things. Our minds automatically go to the worst case senario. You...