CalicoKitty BSN, MSN, RN

Med-Surg, Geriatrics, Wound Care

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    New RN, what kind of makeup can I use to cover a tattoo?

    CalicoKitty replied to lilybug12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OP posted earlier that the facility was pretty strict about it. But I can't imagine a way to have anything on the knuckles covered up without just wearing gloves.. all day.. Makeup wouldn't hold up to...
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    A soon-to-be new grad who actually WANTS to work in geriatrics!

    CalicoKitty replied to busymommy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I just got a job (will start in a month) in a geriatrics medicine floor in a great hospital. I'm really excited about it. I feel like I get the "best of both worlds" by working with the geriatric...
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    New RN, what kind of makeup can I use to cover a tattoo?

    CalicoKitty replied to lilybug12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Here is some sorta thing for the arms: http://www.triplejsunprotection.com/UPF-50-Natural-Tattoo-Arm-Covers-Sunsleeves-p/4-sunsl-mis-nat.htm http://www.copquest.com/82-2000.htm Tatoo Jacket Not sure...
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    New RN, what kind of makeup can I use to cover a tattoo?

    CalicoKitty replied to lilybug12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm not sure how the chest piece is covered by long sleeves. You could try just a tshirt or other undershirt that can cover the chest piece. I think when I was interviewing, a woman appeared to have...
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    New Grad RN Pedal Power

    CalicoKitty replied to Pedal's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I've been debating a long bike-ride for a while. I have done 2-day trips (150 miles) for the MS Society for a few years. Have wanted to do one between Western Pennsylvania and Southern Maryland...
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    Nervous About Paying for School

    CalicoKitty replied to wishfulnurse01's topic in General Nursing

    I got student loans through a PNC loan for Medical and Health Professionals. I quit work to begin nursing school, so was unable to qualify for the loans after the first year (no cosigners could...
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    Applying for licensure in another state

    CalicoKitty replied to Eric Cartman's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Maryland and Virginia are both compact states. If you get a nursing license in one of those states (and live in that state), you can work in both states. Washington DC is a separate license. I would...
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    Applying for Nursing School, I have an old misdemeanor

    CalicoKitty replied to fresitachulita's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I'd try to get it expunged, if you can. Since it is a "guilty" thing, it can make things into a hassle. Expungement can cost a little bit of money ($500-700), but may be worth
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    help with first RN job resume and coverletter

    CalicoKitty posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm looking for "help" to fix/improve my resume, bulk of 'cover letter'. It has been a while since I graduated, so still looking for a first job. I'd be fine with looking for a CNA position at this...
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    Washington Hospital Center RN residency

    CalicoKitty replied to Guan's topic in General Nursing

    I believe they offer the residencies frequently (judging from searching the forums for the hospital). I recently scheduled an interview for the program (I applied about a month ago). It is possible...
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    Are oral contraceptives healthcare?

    CalicoKitty replied to cargalrn's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I get confused about a few things with religion and healthcare. I just wonder what kinds of slippery slopes could happen. Could Jehovah's Witnesses insurance programs refuse to pay for blood...
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    Family pushing antidepressants...why won't I agree??

    CalicoKitty replied to Lucky724's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Nobody here can give medical advice. I have no clue what is prescribed for you. I know that for a period of time while I was in school, I became overwhelmed and got an anxiety medication from my...
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    Is this a good activity for adults in the psych ward?

    CalicoKitty replied to chariot's topic in General Nursing

    I did a kareoke/sing-along thing. Brought a few CDs of various songs, had the lyrics printed out, and offered to sing along with them. Had to get a variety of music trying to account for many age...
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    Switching careers at 42...I have to re-take Mircrobiology???

    CalicoKitty replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I know retaking courses can seem silly, but I actually felt like I got a lot out of retaking the pre-requisites. I had a lab tech associate's degree and a BA in Biology, so already had A*P and...
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    BLS certification

    CalicoKitty replied to hafsa2009's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I got certified through here: http://www.heartcentertraining.com It is in Alexandria, right across from the METRO stop. I'm sure there are other places if you do a Google
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    license endorsement

    CalicoKitty replied to jgiovann's topic in General Nursing

    For Nevada, it doesn't look like you need working experience before getting endorsement. How to apply for RN/LPN Licensure :: Nevada State Board of
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    thin female hair

    CalicoKitty posted a topic in Health, Stress Management

    When I was 30, I was diagnosed with PCOS. My appearance is related primarily in 3 ways: obesity, facial hair growth and thinning hair. Obesity is a hard challenge to fight, though I try to eat...
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    Survivng Drexel ACE - advice pls!

    CalicoKitty replied to CalicoKitty's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I don't get the "dodged a bullet" part. But, I lived in the Philadelphia area, so I wouldn't have chosen to go to a school in NY. The other local 'accelerated' options that I was interested in were...
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    thin female hair

    CalicoKitty replied to CalicoKitty's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Yeah, I have a small supply of wigs. My 'issues' with wearing them are having them stay on my head (some have combs inside, but they don't 'catch' on the top of my head since it is so thin). You can...
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    Starting Over

    CalicoKitty replied to CheetahPrintScrubs's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Choosing between an accelerated BSN and a traditional BSN is up to you (I wouldn't try for an ADN, unless you don't think you'd be able to 'get into' a BSN program). I would look into various options...
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    how can I switch my lic to another state

    CalicoKitty replied to hafsa2009's topic in General Nursing

    When you look at the application, it will have a bunch of boxes asking for 'additional information'. You need to check the ones that are included or requested. As an endorsement nurse, you don't need...
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    keeping your nursing skills up to date

    CalicoKitty replied to ronnyronoh's topic in General Nursing

    It has been 1.5 years since I graduated, and haven't found a job. For my skills, I'm looking into Continuing Education (my 'home' state requires CE credits to renew). I am also looking into getting...
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    how can I switch my lic to another state

    CalicoKitty replied to hafsa2009's topic in General Nursing

    If you live in Maryland (and are an RN), your Maryland license is part of the Compact states agreement. You can practice in Virginia with your compact license. You can check your license status on the...
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    Don't feel like I am good enough!

    CalicoKitty replied to amraebrown's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I would apply for more schools. Nursing schools can only handle so many students at a time. There are many people applying for each nursing school spot. Some schools will put more of an emphasis on...
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    NPs practicing as DRs

    CalicoKitty replied to SkiBumNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My husband has a PhD in Biochemistry. But he wouldn't casually refer to himself as "doctor". When I met his mother, she spent much of the time saying "Have you met my son, the doctor". (I met her...