Mariposa2009

Mariposa2009 BSN, RN

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  1. Utica College online RN to BSN program

    Mariposa2009 posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Hi all, I just started this thread to hopefully hear from those who are familiar with the online RN to BSN program @ Utica College. I was recently accepted into the program and will start classes in...

  2. Where are all the jobs!!!

    Mariposa2009 replied to cleo777's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in LTC for a year before I got a job in a hospital. So yes, it is possible. However, I recommend that you work in a skilled area of your LTCF i.e rehab, vents, etc. These areas are more...

  3. 1 nurse in the ER?!?!

    Mariposa2009 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I live in upstate NY and we recently had a huge snow storm. Now, we all know what happens when there is bad weather, everyone calls out. Well my facility has huge issues with staffing as it is, and to...

  4. How many patients is/are too many?

    Mariposa2009 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    I would be grateful to have an 8 pt assignment. I work nights and at my facility, I can have up to 12 pts. But, I usually avg 9/10 pts at night. And our assignments are not assigned according to...

  5. Pet Peeve

    Mariposa2009 replied to Leelee2's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yea, I hate when they do that. How about when you go to the pharmacy to pick up your prescription and the tech blurts out the medication you're taking. This is so embarrassing and inappropriate. I...

  6. Recent Grad RN moving from LTC to a hospital?

    Mariposa2009 replied to Joe33's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Joe33, I started my nursing career working on the vent unit of a LTCF. I have stayed with the company for a year and recently accepted a hospital position on an ortho/neuro unit. So yes, it is...

  7. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    Mariposa2009 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    1. Why are you being extra annoying today? 2. No sorry I'm not your nurse today!!! 3. Why did you decide to spike a temp and vomit 15 mins before my shift was

  8. So, who is working for the holiday?

    Mariposa2009 replied to DLS_PMHNP's topic in General Nursing

    I'm working Christmas day and

  9. sterile vs. clean dressings?

    Mariposa2009 replied to cherilee's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Ok, this is a question that I always had and still have. At my facility we do "clean" dsg changes, meaning we wear clean gloves, but use sterile materials (i.e. NS, gauze, etc.). The only dsg changes...

  10. minimum passing grade

    Mariposa2009 replied to sugarmaple's topic in General Students

    Graduated from an ADN program. Minimum required grade to pass was a 75%

  11. Why graduate nurses can't find jobs- a must read!!!

    Mariposa2009 replied to ttreeds's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sometimes you have to sacrifice to get what you want. And, yes unfortunately family time is

  12. Why graduate nurses can't find jobs- a must read!!!

    Mariposa2009 replied to ttreeds's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I once was as narrow minded as you are in regards to working in LTCFs/SNFs. I even posted a thread expressing my concern about working in a LTCF. But, let me tell you, it has been such a great...

  13. Why graduate nurses can't find jobs- a must read!!!

    Mariposa2009 replied to ttreeds's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm a new grad and I believe I got my job b/c I was flexible. I was up against many experienced nurses, but b/c I was willing to work weekends, holidays, nights, I got the job. I don't understand how...

  14. YOU come first

    Mariposa2009 replied to mamamerlee's topic in General Nursing

    Being a new nurse, these are things I tend to forget to do, but I'm getting better at it. I think I'm going to start wearing diapers like Lexi did on Grey's Anatomy. Since, I tend to forget to eat...

  15. How long should I work before taking ACLS?

    Mariposa2009 replied to mich321's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I have limited work experience, but opted to take an ACLS class to increase my marketability. All you really have to do is read the book carefully and know all the algorithms. It does help to...

  16. ATI Predictor Test Score in relation to Pass/Fail NCLEX

    Mariposa2009 replied to Clever User Name's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Had to take the ATI predictor in order to graduate back in May. I got a 98% probability of passing the NCLEX. Took the NCLEX RN in July and passed with 75

  17. Dilemma: Should I settle? Is it worth it in the long run?

    Mariposa2009 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok, so after a month or so of not hearing anything from hospitals, I decided to expand my search to clinics, Dr's offices, and LTCs. I've accepted a position at a Dr's office for a full-time Flu...

  18. Dilemma: Should I settle? Is it worth it in the long run?

    Mariposa2009 replied to Mariposa2009's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the replies!!!!! I truly appreciate them. Financially, I'm ok. I'm still living with my parents and I'm sure they wouldn't mind keeping me for a while longer. :wink2: Now, I did not mean to...

  19. How do I explain that I'm "JUST" a LPN ??

    Mariposa2009 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    I Know exactly how you feel. Whenever I tell people that I'm an RN, I receive the usual "I'm so proud of you" and "congratulations, that's great." However, when they ask me what school I graduated...

  20. kaplan tree?

    Mariposa2009 replied to DoNotLoseHope's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I found the decision tree to be very confusing. I would end up getting answers wrong when using the tree while studying. I did not use it at all when I took the NCLEX and passed. The only thing I did...

  21. Time spent studying for NCLEX r/t pass or fail?

    Mariposa2009 replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I studied for a solid 2 wks and passed. Now, when I say SOLID I mean I never left the house except to go to church on Sundays. Grant it, after graduation I did a few test questions here and there, but...

  22. Is exam cram worth it?

    Mariposa2009 replied to RNindmaking's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well, I was a 1st timer when I used it and passed. So, yes as I mentioned previously, I highly recommend it. However, you need to know your content

  23. Is exam cram worth it?

    Mariposa2009 replied to RNindmaking's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are only 1250 questions. The questions on the CD are the same questions in the book. I opted to use the CD b/c I wanted to get accustomed to answering questions on the

  24. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    Mariposa2009 replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    "Our records indicate that you have recently scheduled this exam. Please contact your Member Board for further assistance. Another registration cannot be made at this

  25. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    Mariposa2009 replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For the "trick" to work you must login. NEVER try to re-register from the home screen b/c in order for Pearson Vue to know that you've tested/scheduled an exam they need your ID#. If you try to...