jbudrick

jbudrick MSN

Certified Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nurse

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  1. Burned Out & Bummed Out - Can't find my nursing "niche"

    jbudrick replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Dear Burned Out and Bummed Out, One of the things they don't teach in nursing school is that after you graduate you get a job” that has all the requirements and disadvantages of any job. You...

  2. Vent/Advice Needed

    jbudrick replied to vintagemother's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In Connecticut, not providing pain medication in an immediate manner is considered a deficiency. Requests for pain relief cannot be ignored. Just saying .... You can anticipate that some patients...

  3. Sacred heart University MSN

    jbudrick replied to jbudrick's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I wanted to let you all know I graduated from SHU in Dec. 2014 with an MSN Education. I have a job in professional development because of my degree. It took 18 months with one class every eight...

  4. Is getting the CNE worth it????

    jbudrick replied to SRDAVIS's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I passed the CNE yesterday. To study I used Certified Nursing Exam Questions on my Kindle from Amazon, and a textbook from my MSN in Education classes, Billings and Halstead, Teaching in Nursing. It...

  5. What Are The Most Creative Call-off Excuses You Have Heard?

    jbudrick replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    A skunk got my dog and I. It was awful. Called the vet at 8 am. Went to the grocery store as soon as I found out I needed

  6. Obamacare? what are your thoughts

    jbudrick replied to nija315's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    My understanding is that now reimbursement is tied to outcomes. If the patient is re-hospitalized for the same condition, the hospital doesn't get paid. If the Medicare home care patient does not...

  7. Obamacare? what are your thoughts

    jbudrick replied to nija315's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    An aspect of the ACA that I find interesting is outcomes and the noncompliant patient. We have all seen patients who are their own worst enemy. The lady with COPD and O2 who smokes two packs of...

  8. Obamacare? what are your thoughts

    jbudrick replied to nija315's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I just want to say there are Obamacare success stories. I unexpectedly became unemployed and cobra coverage was way more than my unemployment. I carry insurance for my family. It was easy to sign...

  9. Scrubs for a very curvy girl--I NEED help!

    jbudrick replied to dannibee13's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Uniform Advantage online has scrubs in every size and length. Their own brands are inexpensive and of good quality. Returns and exchanges are easy. They wash up great. Love Butter Soft! Good...

  10. Experience in CLEP testing?

    jbudrick replied to TX2015's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took some Clep tests and purchased preparation books on Amazon. You have to read the books and study. Practice tests are useful. It was a quick and easy way to get credit. Some of the reading...

  11. Interventions without MD orders

    jbudrick replied to Novo's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses must follow the Nurse Practice Act in the state in which they are practicing, and the facility policy and procedures where they work, as well as doctor orders. Those are the legal obligations...

  12. Interventions without MD orders

    jbudrick replied to Novo's topic in General Nursing

    In home care you must call the doctor anytime there is a change of condition and document the change and any new orders. Nurse must obtain a doctor order for a social work referral. How long have...

  13. Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

    jbudrick replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I got an ASN when I was 43, a BSN for my 50th birthday, and I will complete an MSN in November. You can do it. You will see many people leave school for a myriad if reasons. Remember that they may...

  14. ATI Predictor Exam

    jbudrick replied to Toadd35's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi Soran, I recommend taking the Nclex asap. Sign up now and study in a regular schedule until the test. Good luck! Remember that the reality is you almist certainly will

  15. Problems with ATI

    jbudrick replied to IThinkICan100's topic in General Students

    Try an NCLEX prep book to study. Good

  16. ATI Predictor Exam

    jbudrick replied to Toadd35's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I believe the ATI predictor test is accurate based on my personal experience, and on my experience with LPN students as a nursing instructor. There are test prep books put out by ATI and my personal...

  17. What age did you complete your BSN or ASN?

    jbudrick replied to mee9mee9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have never had a problem finding a job. In 2001, when I graduated at the age of 43, I received an offer from every interview. After 2009, after the economy tanked, it took little longer to get a...

  18. What age did you complete your BSN or ASN?

    jbudrick replied to mee9mee9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    ASN 43, BSN 50. I am 56 and expect to complete my MSN in November.

  19. Nurse Educators / Faculty

    jbudrick replied to VickyRN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Sacred Heart University (Connecticut) has six credits in staff development with 48 clinical hours required for MSN Education. I am scheduled to graduate in November, and do my staff development at a...

  20. Nursing Shortage Expiration A Myth!

    jbudrick replied to Curiousdog's topic in Nursing Career

  21. Are textbooks this expensive????

    jbudrick replied to 2015's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

  22. Are textbooks this expensive????

    jbudrick replied to 2015's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes. Textbooks are expensive. You can purchase textbooks from Amazon or Barnes and Noble online for less. I often buy used books in excellent condition at significant savings. Try to get the ISBN...

  23. Daycare and Nursing

    jbudrick replied to JasmDasm's topic in General Nursing

    I went through the same daycare dilemma when I was in nursing school. My husband travelled so he was not home much to take care of our daughter. No daycare in my area was open until 7a, and my...

  24. Ordering used text books on Amazon??

    jbudrick replied to ilovemythreeguys's topic in General Students

    I buy used books off Amazon for my MSN and my daughter's BSN classes. I save a fortune. I alsways buy "like new" because some of the lower levels of used books are pretty

  25. Cry for help: I don't think I can do this.

    jbudrick replied to -MissTake-'s topic in General Students

    First you should relax and realize you are stressed out as you are approaching the end of nursing school. Don't give up! You are almost done. There are all kinds of nursing jobs out there and you...