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  1. CPHQ

    maiday replied to purpletzz's topic in Quality Improvement

    I used the Janet Brown book and CPHQ

  2. CPHQ

    maiday replied to purpletzz's topic in Quality Improvement

    Hi! I just passed my CPHQ today. I'm already in quality so career wise, I have yet to see if it makes a difference. I did think it was a little difficult. I think it depends on how long you've been...

  3. What I wish I knew... First Job

    maiday replied to EMEddie's topic in General Nursing

    I would bring a little notebook that you can fit in your scrubs that you can write things you learn. You may not be able to write things down right away but later. You may want to write anything from...

  4. Need info about Natinal University (San Diego) BSN program

    maiday replied to rosebud123's topic in California Nursing

    Hi brae82, I know this is late, but I just saw this post... or possibly I forgot to respond, not sure which one. Anyway, Yes I worked as a CNA while in nursing school. However, I worked per diem which...

  5. Intermediate Care Unit assessments

    maiday replied to awsmrn's topic in General Nursing

    We have a ratio of 3:1 both days and nights. We have a secretary most days, unless we have a low census. Depending on census, we will have a CNA or a resource RN, sometimes both (rarely). We do vital...

  6. Need info about Natinal University (San Diego) BSN program

    maiday replied to rosebud123's topic in California Nursing

    Hi brae82, Yes, I graduated May 2011 and I got a job right away. I actually started in August but that was because that was when the new grad program started. I work in a progressive care unit which...

  7. Man with Law Degree Considering Nursing

    maiday replied to JSBes's topic in Men in Nursing

    I am not a man so can't give you personal experience. But have a few thoughts. First... nursing is not recession proof and depending on where you live, new grads are having a heck of a time finding...

  8. Question regarding ED holding orders

    maiday posted a topic in Emergency

    Hi guys! I am doing some research and I was wondering if you all could help me. I currently work in a PCU (progressive care unit), it's a step-down from ICU and when we receive pts from ED, they come...

  9. Question regarding ED holding orders

    maiday replied to maiday's topic in Emergency

    Hmmm... that's an idea. Right now, it's just a blanket statement ICU or med/surg. Maybe adding in those exceptions (or something along those lines) could be a way to go. Thanks for the

  10. should i buy these two books or just get nursing central on my ipad?

    maiday replied to chall2011's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing Central was included in my nursing schools orientation so I've had it for awhile. I also had to buy a drug book and the tabers for one of my classes. I never opened either one. Nursing Central...

  11. Please explain what an ELECTROCARDIOLOGY RN does?

    maiday replied to Nack's topic in General Nursing

    I know this thread is a little old but for anybody still interested... I'm sure it varies from hospital to hospital but this is from mine: The RN will perform stress tests and Cardiology procedures...

  12. Unpaid Internship

    maiday replied to Decemberblues's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in CA and the job market for new grads is very tough. One particular hospital offered an unpaid "nurse extern" position for students. It was basically like a preceptorship except you worked for...

  13. Commuting, which schedule works best?

    maiday replied to ruralgirl08's topic in General Nursing

    I think I'd do the 12s... but 4 in a row is tough and the last 2 on nights... Have a good plan in case you're too tired (stop for coffee or even a 15 min nap). I work nights (or did) and live 60 min...

  14. Holy cow! Now i'm confused!

    maiday replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it depends on the hospital. My hospital only gives 3 months orientation with a preceptor and that seems to be the norm. However, I am technically in a new grad program for a year. All that...

  15. Letting my desperation shine through? :)

    maiday replied to NewlyANurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Well, you may have already had your interview. If so, hope it went well! If not, here's my 2 cents. Research (if you haven't already) the companies mission and values and try to find a way to work it...

  16. Jumping through hoops to even APPLY for a job!

    maiday replied to sophie<3's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with trying to call, but I think you should be fine checking ADN and stating on your resume your grad date. HOWEVER, the big thing is when does the program start? Most programs will require...

  17. 4 weeks in... What do yal' think about this???

    maiday replied to tmartin83's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow! I feel for you. Move to CA :) Our max pt load is

  18. SCRIPPS New Graduate Nurse Program August 2011

    maiday replied to toin43's topic in California Nursing

    I think schedule varies from program to program. Scripps (as far as I know, haven't started yet) has 1 week of just orientation (classes, learning the computer) which is 8am-4pm. After that I think...

  19. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

    maiday replied to nurturebynature's topic in California Nursing

    Oh, sorry, let me clarify. I meant Kaplan for the review course. No, I would not personally recommend Kaplan as a school (due to the accreditation issues). NU uses ATI for their review course for...

  20. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

    maiday replied to nurturebynature's topic in California Nursing

    Hmm... Well I imagine if people answer, you'll have many different viewpoints. I graduated May 2011 from NU and I just got a job offer for Scripps Memorial Hospital for the PCU (progressive care)....

  21. SCRIPPS New Graduate Nurse Program August 2011

    maiday replied to toin43's topic in California Nursing

    I received mine on Friday. Maybe email

  22. Can a ASN/RN student take the CNA exam without taking the courses?

    maiday replied to adpeanut25's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Most states you can challenge the test. Find the people who do the CNA testing for your state and ask. CA you had to send in some paperwork and wait for an approval and then you could test. Of course...

  23. As a grad RN, should I apply as a PCT?

    maiday replied to dacmorri1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It depends on the state but also the hospital. Most hospitals will not hire an RN for a CNA position (at least in CA). My hospital allows you to work for 3 months as a CNA after you pass NCLEX, I know...

  24. Moms to small children that are in nursing school?

    maiday replied to Devie06's topic in General Students

    When I started nursing school, my son was about 6 months. There is no way I would have wanted to be pregnant during nursing school and I'm now starting a new job so I want to work for at least a year...

  25. Don't give up new grads - Got my dream job!!!

    maiday replied to Telelizard's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's awesome!! I thought your screen name looked familiar!! Congrats and I'll see you in