HolisticSandz

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  1. ANY one know of a school where I can go from ADN to Nurse practitioner?

    HolisticSandz replied to cluv2nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I have looked into University of Cincinnati, they have an ADN to NP program. They require some classes but you don't have to get your BSN. I think Xavier also has a ADN to masters program, but I'm not...

  2. I need help to succeed in nursing school

    HolisticSandz replied to Cindy 17's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    rainingwoman, great advice! totally forgot that knowing how to study effectively for yourself is the key!lol if you're an audio learner, tape the lectures! i have several friends doing this! i've just...

  3. I need help to succeed in nursing school

    HolisticSandz replied to Cindy 17's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi Cindy 17! I too am now a second(and final) year student! It is tough! It sounds like you are on the right track with your studying habits. I've noticed that the questions that they give us for...

  4. Daytonite has passed away...

    HolisticSandz replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I'm truly sorry to hear this, she was an inspiration to me. My thoughts and prayers to her

  5. help with care plan

    HolisticSandz replied to cbop's topic in General Students

    Hi, well I'm a student like you, but I'll try to help. First off, do you have a care plan book? If not, I like ours which is: Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: An evidence-Based Guide to Planning Care, By...

  6. unbelievable... in today's world

    HolisticSandz replied to ilmbg's topic in General Nursing

    I'm working as a Phlebotomist at a busy clinic while I attend nursing school. At our facility it is a HUGE no no to draw blood without gloves. We could aquire a giant fine from our laboratory...

  7. SIGH.....You know, it just never fails.

    HolisticSandz replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    angelfirern, i love your posts! your life is so hectic, yet i think we can all relate. and they always warm my heart.:heartbeat love your pets! i'm glad for you and your patients that you are so...

  8. Merry Christmas from...

    HolisticSandz replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    merry christmas from central

  9. I'm a Nurse Manager!

    HolisticSandz replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Congrats!:yelclap::yelclap:

  10. Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    HolisticSandz replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    True Gila. It may come back. They say the best candidates have sporifice coverage from the beginning. I guess you just go back till it doesn't come back.lol otherwise it could look kinda tufty.lol I'm...

  11. Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    HolisticSandz replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've just started nursing school so I guess I'll be seeing (or not seeing) for myself in a few quarters. lol Actually I have a friend who had it all lasered. It is pricey, but worth it apparently....

  12. The First Days of Nursing School by the Fall 2009ers!!!

    HolisticSandz replied to craziechiq's topic in General Students

    I am officially a Student Nurse! lol We started the 16th and our first exam is monday! I'm very excited and nervous to see how well I'll do. It seems like I've done nothing but read my fundamentals...

  13. My Father Died Today

    HolisticSandz replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and yours. Wonderful

  14. How to help fearful/anxious patients

    HolisticSandz replied to LeahC18's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a NS and working as a Phlebotomist at a very busy clinic. I've noticed that Pt.'s that are very nervous respond well to a no-nonsense kind of confidence. I really have to gauge each Pt's level of...

  15. WooHoo!!! Only 44 days until Spring!!

    HolisticSandz replied to SusanKathleen, RN's topic in General Nursing

    YOU ROCK! for reminding

  16. How do your nurse assistants get shift report?

    HolisticSandz replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in General Nursing

    As an STNA I've worked at many different places. I've worked as pool and regular staff. I think the best places had strong leadership from nurses, less cattyness from the other aides, and an...

  17. Down in the dumps

    HolisticSandz replied to wabashcannon's topic in New York Nursing

    Hi, I'm not a nurse yet, so I can't help too much. I don't even live in New York, but thought I'd check out the forum. I've dealt with depression for most of my life. I've finally gotten a hold of it...

  18. Season's Greetings, Everyone!!

    HolisticSandz replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to

  19. WIA Funding pulled

    HolisticSandz replied to HolisticSandz's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in north central

  20. WIA Funding pulled

    HolisticSandz posted a topic in General Nursing

    Not sure where to post this, just thought people would like to know. The down turn in the economy is hitting home hard in my town. Our local WIA office is being "audited" and there may be no funding...

  21. WIA Funding pulled

    HolisticSandz replied to HolisticSandz's topic in General Nursing

    It's good to hear that it may not take long. It's a great program. At least my prereqs are

  22. Phlebotomy Certificate?

    HolisticSandz replied to brella's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a pre-nursing student who has finished most of my prereq's and i thought phlebotomy would be useful. I took it last quarter and our clinicals are this next quarter. I really like it. After awhile...

  23. The christmas tree

    HolisticSandz replied to rn-jane's topic in Nursing Humor

    That was great! lol I could just see my dad when we were little.We had a large living room, so we always had a huge tree. Trying to get it IN the house.That was a lessen in frustration! lol I can see...

  24. christmas card exchange 2008

    HolisticSandz replied to rn-jane's topic in General Nursing

    I would love to join in the card exchange. I know I'm a little late but this would be so much fun. I need the joy of Christmas this time of year :) Especially in cloud covered