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  1. EITC LPN to RN Program

    cariboujenny posted a topic in General Nursing

    Eastern Idaho Technical College in Idaho Falls recently started a parttime LPN to ADN program (Fall 2007). Has anyone heard how this is going? It is a 4 semester program starting in the fall and...

  2. ER Nurses -- Any Advice for RN Student?

    cariboujenny posted a topic in General Nursing

    This week my clinical assignment is in the ER. Any experienced nurses have any advice for a student

  3. Adult Children of Alcoholic...does your childhood effect your career?

    cariboujenny replied to JVRB4's topic in General Nursing

    You certainly rose about your "raising." Give yourself credit for your hard work and determination to reach your life's goals. Use your own internal compass as your guide to determine that you are...

  4. Nurses in my Family, but None Are Helping Me

    cariboujenny replied to MedNurse2k's topic in General Nursing

    Three of my sisters are advance practice nurses (APN), they advised me to work toward another degree. They were very forthcoming about the difficulties in the profession and suggested that I pursue...

  5. What do I say to rude patients?

    cariboujenny replied to floatRN's topic in General Nursing

    This may be off the topic a bit, but what is about our society that implies that it is okay to mistreat or be mean to someone else? I would like to understand this pervasive attitude in American...

  6. seasoned nurses..less stress in ltc or med/surg

    cariboujenny replied to thekid's topic in General Nursing

    Residents come back faster and sicker than ever to my facility. You would be surprised how several post surgery rt and the rest of your group can keep you

  7. What do I say to rude patients?

    cariboujenny replied to floatRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would like to understand why some pt/rt are rude. Personally, I listen until the person is done and then ask, "What can I do to make it better?" In my experience that stops them dead in their...

  8. long term care facilities..computerized charting yet?

    cariboujenny replied to thekid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Time stands still where I work--no computerized charting yet. It is still a great place to work for me!

  9. I do not care anymore

    cariboujenny replied to JB2007's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you have really cared about doing a good job and the chronic stress has exhausted your inner resources. I really do think of this profession from a different point of view. Coming...

  10. I need help: a nurse not prepared for the job

    cariboujenny replied to amateur's topic in General Nursing

    There are so many specialty areas that you can investigate besides hospital staff nursing. Of course, the experience is very helpful to solidify your skills. You could work in an office, OR, or...

  11. ADN VS BSN(Sorry for being a pester)

    cariboujenny replied to Keptonkurtis's topic in General Nursing

    Have you thought about an online program? I believe that Indiana State University has

  12. Roll Call, LPN to RN Students!!!

    cariboujenny replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    Amen. I agree that the doubters will be convinced that you are the "ideal" student when they are wise enough to see

  13. does age REALLY matter?

    cariboujenny replied to pinkynbd_99's topic in General Nursing

    I do not think I'll work in staff nursing "bedside" nursing. I have three sisters who are advanced practice RNs and they are very honest regarding how physicaly difficult this can be for anyone. I...

  14. Dying Pts who are still full codes.

    cariboujenny replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    Would this be a topic for social work to address? In one hospital where I did my clinicals, the social worker regularly addressed this very issue with elder

  15. does age REALLY matter?

    cariboujenny replied to pinkynbd_99's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I do agree with you that age does matter when regarding "staff" bedside nursing. I can only speak for myself. I am pushing 50 years old and I agree that traditional hospital "staff" nursing would...

  16. Nurse fired for calling police

    cariboujenny replied to Runman1914's topic in General Nursing

    My main concern in this situation is the safety of all the patients, staff, and friends/family that happen to be there during these multiple incidents. Clearly, the situation was escalating and...

  17. Care Plans - What's their purpose? - What do you think of them?

    cariboujenny replied to jjjoy's topic in General Students

    Scribblerpnp, Thanks so much for the detailed explanation of the purpose and value of careplans. I too felt that they were most likely a waste of time when I was in nursing school. In fact, I really...

  18. Ohio nurses, hospitals at odds over patient-ratio proposal

    cariboujenny replied to nurseygirl79's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I am currently reading a book by Suzanne Gordon Safety in Numbers (2008) ISBN: 9780801446832. This book addresses this issue about mandated staffing ratios in California (2004) and Victoria Australia...

  19. What do CRNa´s earn per year in the US

    cariboujenny replied to Icenurse's topic in General Nursing

    I have two sisters who are CRNAs working in the East. The youngest works at a surgical center associated with a major medical center northwest of Philadelphia. Her base salary is $92,000 (+ call time...

  20. Anyone else call 'em johnnies?

    cariboujenny replied to SheriLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I believe that Australian nurses call hospital gowns "Johnnies." I am currently reading a book by Suzanne Gordon Safety in Numbers (2008) ISBN: 9780801446832. This book about California and Victoria...

  21. Nurse fired for calling police

    cariboujenny replied to Runman1914's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is a case of a hostile work environment. With the past documentation of staff abuse and lack of management intervention, I would suspect the hospital may be subject to litigation. I...

  22. I can't stand my new job at ALL. Thinking about quitting

    cariboujenny replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    This sounds like a terrible situation. I agree with the previous postings that this position is not a good fit for you. Follow you gut and

  23. I think I'm gonna get my first write up

    cariboujenny replied to nursejohio's topic in General Nursing

    It seems like you prioritized wisely. Your responsibility is to the patient and not the ancillary family and friends gathered for the birth. Good job! I agree that you knew who you were really...

  24. ISU Fast-track program?

    cariboujenny replied to Angie_Baby's topic in General Nursing

    I wish I had been on this site several years ago to learn first hand about the programming mentioned above. I can confirm what has been posted regarding the LPN

  25. Why ADN is Better Than BSN for CRNA.. For Some

    cariboujenny replied to PMFB-RN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have two sisters who are CRNAs. One went back to anesthesia (NA school) bc (before children) at age 29. The second one went back to NA school ac (after children) at age 47. They each had their...