ParkerBC,MSN,RN

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  1. Not happy at my nursing school

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Jeneaux's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    True- although I hear it is incredibly difficult to land a job because of lack of

  2. Not happy at my nursing school

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Jeneaux's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    "Just don't get caught up in the whole "grass-is-always-greener" mentality. Every program has its benefits and drawbacks." The grass is greener on the other side- generally it's because it sits on top...

  3. how to change my major to nursing CSUSB

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to aigoo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi there- I don't know anything about your school, but let me tell you of the experiences I have had with administrative staff in the admissions office. It used to be that anyone who was interested...

  4. Honest opinion when is it enough

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to my4helpers's topic in General Students

    LOL- we had the same thoughts at the same time! It is true...great minds think

  5. Honest opinion when is it enough

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to my4helpers's topic in General Students

    If you want to be a nurse, be a nurse! If you decide you’re going to give up, the money invested is a waste. However, if you keep plugging away at it and finish, it will not be a waste. BUT before...

  6. Urged to withdraw.....

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to happyhealer's topic in General Students

    I would not harp over this. While it is frustrating and emotional, this is a great opportunity to reassess your life situation and to determine if there is anything that can be removed from your...

  7. Physiology

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Helou's topic in General Students

    Here is a link to the admission requirements at IUPUI. It does not state a need for an undergraduate degree in any of the sciences. It appears the applicant can take either the GRE or MCAT as the...

  8. how to nail the interview?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Natasha A.'s topic in General Students

    CONGRATS! For some reason I though it was a job interview! I am excited for

  9. how to nail the interview?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Natasha A.'s topic in General Students

    Commuter- That is difficult to believe coming from you. I have read your posts! I would buy your personality at full price! I suppose I should be clearer. Sense of humor is only a small part of...

  10. how to nail the interview?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Natasha A.'s topic in General Students

    You sell your personality! Let the interviewers know who you are. In the past, I have cracked tasteful jokes to allow my personality to shine. That has yet to fail me. Sure, you can study all of...

  11. Dear Nursing Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Fearless_leader's topic in General Students

    “For all the professors who have all that work to do. This is no reason to abuse us. I am paying for you to educate me, push me (not abuse).” I don’t believe anyone was complaining about the...

  12. Educator to NP

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to sunnynurse234's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    There is one educator where I work who is completing her post-master’s FNP program. Her clinicals are at primary care offices that are open on Saturdays and Minute Clinic that is open both Saturday...

  13. New Clinical Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to AmeliasAunt's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I agree! This is something I do. They also practice calling the doctor, radiology, PT, OT,

  14. Need some positive insight about interview

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to trello's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    It sounds as though the interview went well. I think it is important to really show your character and personality. Generally speaking, I have been offered every position for which I interviewed. I...

  15. Dear Nursing Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Fearless_leader's topic in General Students

    Thanks for understanding. Although I do not become angry. I am sure they sense my frustration. As far as lecturing goes- I record all of my lectures and post them on Blackboard. I do this so that...

  16. Dear Nursing Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Fearless_leader's topic in General Students

    I think you are confusing "Making Them Grow a Thick Skin" with bullying. Bullying is unacceptable. The topics you mentioned more closely align with bullying. I do not raise my voice. I don't go...

  17. Dear Nursing Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Fearless_leader's topic in General Students

    First, my check does not come from you; it comes from the university. The amount you pay in tuition is a drop in the bucket compared to what is collected from students, state, and federal subsidies....

  18. Dear Nursing Instructor

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Fearless_leader's topic in General Students

    Dear Nursing Student, Please accept my apology because your experience has not always been positive. However, please allow me the opportunity to explain to you why I make the decisions that I do....

  19. Nursing salary not that useful to pay back loans?!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Summers3's topic in General Students

    I'll trade you- 215K for 70K. Cayenne is correct. There are a multitude of repayment options along with loan forgiveness. Here is a link worth looking into: https://studentaid.ed.gov/repay-loans I...

  20. Changing IV tubing with half full bag?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to erint91DC's topic in General Students

    I would get rid of it. Suppose the tubing is bad and bacteria migrated to the IV solution- if you use new tubing with a contaminated bag, it defeats the

  21. nursing care plan help

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to drose0602's topic in General Students

    Do you think that your patient is a safety risk because she has dementia and wonders around? If the answer is yes, I would make safety my priority diagnosis; safety first. If not, constipation is a...

  22. Nursing Journals

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to studentnursemon86's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree with Okami- I perform a CINAHL search for a topic. I select the article that best suits my needs regardless of which journal published

  23. I have no idea:Choosing a path in the final semester

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to missmollie's topic in General Students

    Sometimes some of us will work several specialties to finally discover our passion. There are many roads to the same goal. You know, there really is no rush. Have fun in whatever specialty you...

  24. RN to MSN

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to SarahDennis's topic in General Students

    SahraDennis- I have yet to meet a person who earned a graduate degree and was disappointed in her decision to pursue additional education. An MSN opens many more doors in the nursing field. I would...

  25. How to stay positive about grades

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to sabrina17's topic in General Students

    The only time I have been asked about my GPA was when I was applying to graduate school. I have never been asked my GPA by an employer. I have not been a nurse educator long, but I would much...