AOx1

AOx1

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  1. would love to be nurse, but a bit anti-social

    AOx1 replied to Ms Li's topic in General Students

    I definitely don't think that would exclude you from pursuing this career. Although I "talk" a lot on this board (probably too much!) I am by nature an introvert and prefer to spend most of my time...

  2. Just Venting: PCA with an Attitude!

    AOx1 replied to Dottie, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would send a note thanking the nurses and letting the manager know of the PCAs behavior. They have a right to know if their staff is

  3. Hairstyle best for nursing

    AOx1 replied to mom35's topic in General Nursing

    Back in a nice clip and shellacked with Elnett hairspray, lol. Sometimes if I am feeling ambitious I make a french twist or messy bun. I am going to have to cut it shorter again, it's just easier that...

  4. Withdraw - I'm really not sure?

    AOx1 replied to tailormade's topic in General Students

    You also need to consider: where will your overall GPA be were you to not pass? For example, if you did end up with a D or an F in the course, exactly where would that leave your GPA? With that GPA,...

  5. Are Nursing schools hurting Nursing?

    AOx1 replied to is5512's topic in General Students

    Absolutely, the culture of a nursing program definitely plays a part. For example, two programs could both have grads with the same pass rate, all with extremely high GPAs. Yet one program could keep...

  6. Questions about nurse education and the day to day.

    AOx1 replied to caitiecait's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    This will be largely guided by what path you choose. In hospital education alone, it depends widely on the facility. Some may offer a 9-5 position with no weekends (like the hospital I work at) and...

  7. Are Nursing schools hurting Nursing?

    AOx1 replied to is5512's topic in General Students

    As an instructor, it is important that you understand the screening process. Nationwide, last stats say around 42% of qualified applicants aren't admitted due to lack of faculty. We have to draw a...

  8. Do you ever feel guilty about....

    AOx1 replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    It's obvious she has no idea what it means to be a nurse. It's different as a mom, all the coddling, cleaning, nose wiping, butt wiping when they are small. It's tiring, but since it's for your child,...

  9. Grading students by other means (not just exam grades)

    AOx1 replied to ReinventingMyselfAgain's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    We had the students present on a case in clinicals that correlated with what we were teaching. There was a rubric, so it was easier to be objective. For example, if we were talking about CHF that week...

  10. Current Boss Sabotaged Nursing School app.

    AOx1 replied to ishootu's topic in General Nursing

    I always tell those applying that people sometimes don't do what you expect, but often they will do what you INSPECT. In other words, if you need a reference, ask really early, then check on it...

  11. giving report to rude nurses

    AOx1 replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I would tell the nurse that if he/she is not prepared to take report, you can let the charge/manager know and give report to them, as you have already been waiting. Being to work on time includes...

  12. WANTED: Nursing student tidbits of advice

    AOx1 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in General Students

    Also- Weight watcher's make it in minutes and weight watchers take out tonight. They are fast and easy recipes, most are healthy. That plus a ton of fresh veggies and salad should keep you in good...

  13. "If you sit down and chart for more than 15 minutes, that's considered a break"

    AOx1 replied to JomoNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Makes you want to tell them that since you're sure they'll want to lead by example, you will now be timing their bathroom breaks, and if they take "too long" you will be forced to pop your head over...

  14. What do you do when/if a Doctor or other nurse curses you out?

    AOx1 replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    I state where they can find me when they are prepared to behave in a professional manner and then walk

  15. How do you tell someone they smell bad?

    AOx1 replied to Virgo_RN's topic in General Nursing

    They should be told politely. Even if it is cultural, I think many people would want to know and correct the problem if possible. As someone who lived in another country for a brief time period, I was...

  16. Nursing Faculty Shortage and Salaries

    AOx1 replied to Rhilogan's topic in General Nursing

    I completely

  17. Do you bring your laptop to class/lecture?

    AOx1 replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Students

    Just curious which site for the livescribe offered the AAA discount- the main site, or was it Target, Amazon, or somewhere

  18. Parents at Orientation

    AOx1 replied to lak20019's topic in General Students

    Maybe a happy medium? I have never seen a parent come to orientation, and as a faculty member, I've been doing this a few years now. You could let her know that you want to do this on your own, but...

  19. Nurse managers-what are the advantages of being a manager over patient care?

    AOx1 replied to pawsomepooch47's topic in General Nursing

    :yeahthat: And also, for me it wasn't really which one had more advantages, but which one "meshed" with my personality. I tend to always get put into a leadership position, or asked to apply for one....

  20. Nursing Faculty Shortage and Salaries

    AOx1 replied to Rhilogan's topic in General Nursing

    It is, absolutely. I didn't think anyone made less than I did for a 9-month contract, then I talked to a friend at a different college, and she makes $38,000. The reason I still do it is because I...

  21. Nursing students, if you were a CNA...

    AOx1 replied to lovelylady42's topic in General Students

    Well, I'm not a CNA or a student, but as an instructor I can tell you that one of the greatest obstacles some new students face is anxiety/fear of going on the floor. The students who are CNAs seem to...

  22. Do you bring your laptop to class/lecture?

    AOx1 replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Students

    I need to stop obsessively checking this thread before I end up buying everything on it asap. It's ridiculous, I'm an instructor and still want all these things, even the OneNote. I guess I'll always...

  23. Everything is falling apart...(vent )

    AOx1 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    Good movie for the newly married- Fireproof. Whether you agree with the religious aspects or not, the plan is great. Also the book "Love and Respect"- no expert here by any means, but we learned some...

  24. Clinical Kit supplies????

    AOx1 posted a topic in General Students

    Well, I am putting together some prizes for my students on the first day of classes and need your suggestions. I am putting together a clinical kit with things that people often need/forget at...

  25. Everything is falling apart...(vent )

    AOx1 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    Absolutely- if people worried more about the marriage and less about the wedding, I think the divorce rate would be lower. I don't like events and ceremonies, and have a few money saving tips. We had...