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When we are hiring for nurses in radiation oncology, we are ideally looking for someone with oncology or out-patient experience. That doesn't mean someone without that experience can't be hired- attitude and willingness to learn go far. Rad Onc nursi...

Hi Sungrl01 Radiation Oncology is a terrific field for nursing, but many don't understand what we do. The role of the nurse in Rad Onc is to coordinate care as a patient travels the journey from consultation, through treatment and into follow-up. It ...

Tony, Congratulations on advancing your career! I graduated UoP in June 2010 with MSN/MHA degree. I believe you get out of it what you put into it. I took it seriously and did well. I didn't think it was real hard- just takes time out of your week an...

Last year, I finished my MSN/MHA degree with the UoP online program. I applied for a management position at a well-respected hospital while I was 2/3 into the program. I got the position and have been promoted twice so far. I know UoP doesn't have th...

I am currently studying for the AONE CNML certification exam. The list of study materials they offer seems dated to me. Has anyone taken the exam recently and how relevent is the list of study articles? Should I look up my own information based on th...

Hi everyone. It's been awhile since I've been on this site but wanted to check back in and say that I completed my MSN/MHA at UoP last week. Took me a little under 3 years with a couple of months off last year due to a move and job change. Just want ...

Oh yes, there are plenty of us still plugging along. I started with the MSN/MHA program in July 2007. Switched to the MSN/Ed program in April 2008 because I thought that I'd be happier teaching. Yes, I enjoy teaching, but honestly, nursing administra...

In the skills lab, I have set up a "simulation" of giving AM meds. We use a med cart and mannequin with an IV. There is an administration record and the student will give po, insulin, an IV push, and an IV piggyback med. I will list the patient's vit...

"One more comment ... I am 46 yo and just starting my MSN after working for 20 years as a bedside nurse. It is never too late and let's face it I have at least 20-25 yrs before retirement." Good for you! I am the same age and a little over half way ...

My 2 cents- follow your heart. I have just started teaching ADN clinicals while I work on my MSN/Ed. I love clinical days! I still work 3 days a week on the tele floor, and am lucky to teach clinicals on my unit. The students really respect an instuc...

This will be my first Christmas as a clinical instructor. As an instructor, do you do anything for the students?

I recently read this article about grading and the legal considerations for nursing faculty. I thought it was very informative and eased my mind a bit. grade disputes considerations for nursing faculty.pdf

The amount of blood passing thorugh the superior vena cava (where the tip of the PICC should be) is over 2 liters per minute. There is no "mixing" due to the large volume of blood flowing in this area. As long as it is a double or triple lumen, and t...

As students, you have a lot of information given to you to memorize. I have often found that when I give the answer, the student does not remember the information one week later. By asking questions, I am trying to help you figure it out yourself, un...

A group for new grad nurses and soon-to-be grads in AZ is being formed. We are using meetup.com as our forum to get to know each other and set up monthly meetings. If you are interested, visit our site at http://nursing.meetup.com/95/ Any questions, ...

To all new grads- Hang in there! Most of us experienced nurses feel for you and we remember well what we went through during that first year. I was a 3-yr diploma grad and I had much more clinical experience when I got out than some of you who are go...

This is a good place to vent. Don't give that nurse the satisfaction of getting upset or losing your cool during shift change. Sounds like you're doing just fine. Unfortunately, some nurses like to act like they're better by putting others down. Give...

This is exactly what I've been thinking about for the past few weeks! Nursing school and the first year out of school are pretty stressful. As an experienced nurse working with new grads in the hospital and a clinical instructor, I see the need for a...

Apollo has a good preceptor program in 6th semester. The grads from there have a decent amount of experience. CAC doesn't have a preceptor experience, and clinicals with more than one patient doesn't exist. A lot depends on the person. As floor nurse...

I had a good time reading this thread! I am from CT and after many years of nursing there, the term "johnnie" is so natural for me. Now that I am in AZ, I get so many strange looks if I use the term johnnie, that I have to make a conscious effort not...

I think students do need to learn to give IVP meds these days. Gone are the days of Demerol and Vistaril IM q4h. In our facility, pain meds are given IVP. Antiemetics are also given frequently. We give steroids and heparin bolus as well. There is no ...

I am putting together a "Family Feud"-type game for my upcoming clinical group. I hear there is a lot of bickering among them, and I think some fun, team-oriented activities might help. So, I'll have 2 groups, and ask a question with 5-10 correct or...

I have been invited to a co-worker's nursing graduation ceremony. I would like to get her a small gift, such as a book. Do you have any ideas, such as a reference you find helpful in your first year of nursing? Or, as a new grad, do you want somethin...

don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally. david frost

Forgot to say one other thing. I wanted to simplify what Tampaflrn6 was saying about leads: white-right, smoke over fire. (means black over red on the left side) Brown stands for chocolate-near to our hearts! ( mid-chest). If you remember white-right...