Noelani

Noelani

Member

  • Content

    40

  • Visitors

    2,655

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    0

All Content by Noelani

  1. Calling All Lamaze Instructors

    Noelani replied to BrewerRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It was easier than I expected. I wouldn't worry about it. It's mostly common sense questions. If you read the study guide and know the healthy birth practices you'll be fine. Good

  2. ICEA childbirth educator information?

    Noelani replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in Ob/Gyn

    When I was considering certification last year, I decided to take both ICEA and Lamaze childbirth educator seminars. At the time, I wasn't sure what the differences were between the two and considered...

  3. Saint Louis University SLU?!

    Noelani replied to 47726's topic in General Nursing

    I just looked back at the letter and it's dated November 5th, but I don't remember exactly when I applied. It seemed to be a very quick response, as far as college acceptance letters go. I wish I...

  4. Saint Louis University SLU?!

    Noelani replied to 47726's topic in General Nursing

    The letter they sent me just said I was conditionally accepted pending completion of theology or religion. I'm pretty sure all I needed was a C to get credit for the course and stay accepted. But the...

  5. Saint Louis University SLU?!

    Noelani replied to 47726's topic in General Nursing

    They say they start making decisions in the fall prior to each May start date, but there's no firm application deadline. I think I applied in October or November. You have to complete the transfer...

  6. Saint Louis University SLU?!

    Noelani replied to 47726's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in the program now and LOVE IT. I started in May and will graduate next May. Summer semester was pretty difficult, but I'm told it's the hardest semester and it was still definitely doable, as...

  7. Non-clinical nursing - What is out there?

    Noelani replied to Sarah27's topic in General Nursing

    It sparked my imagination!

  8. The End of Men

    Noelani replied to Cul2's topic in General Nursing

    My school has a dedicated education program where randomly selected students attend all their clinicals at the same hospital, and tend to get more hands-on experience. There are 25 spots available,...

  9. Senior Nursing Student (Jealous Husband)Update!!!

    Noelani replied to mommalumps's topic in General Students

    You're so amazing. An inspiration to us

  10. Have a bachelor's degree and want to become an RN-do I get 2nd degree BSN or other?

    Noelani replied to TarynCMT's topic in Nursing Career

    That's wonderful that you have such a supportive family to help with childcare. Nursing school is time-consuming and being a single mom at the same time sounds like a huge undertaking! I have my...

  11. Should I re-follow up?

    Noelani replied to choksantos's topic in Nursing Career

    I'd call the recruiter back and just politely say you're checking on the status of an application. But if it's only been 3 days, and she said to give the manager a couple of days, I'd personally give...

  12. Pharmacology or Pathophysiology

    Noelani replied to Loves2learn's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    In my program we take half of pharm, then patho, then the rest of pharm. I think it depends on how the classes are taught. If patho is a prereq for pharm where you are, then pharm will probably be...

  13. Isolation Patients: what is your protocol for dining ?

    Noelani replied to DaddyO's topic in General Nursing

    Where I used to work, food would be sent up to isolation rooms on disposable trays with all disposable utensils. The kitchen staff would not take it into the room like they did for everyone else, but...

  14. Does Nursing School Allow Any College Major?

    Noelani replied to kaolla56's topic in General Students

    I'm at SLU now in the accelerated program. We have ALL kinds of majors, including religious studies, philosophy, engineering, finance, and French. Like others have said, as long as you have the...

  15. Take CNA class or be a Research Assistant?

    Noelani replied to karegan2's topic in General Students

    And yes, being a CNA is very physically demanding and always thinking about body mechanics is essential to protect your back (same as you'd have to do as a nurse), but I would make the same decision...

  16. Take CNA class or be a Research Assistant?

    Noelani replied to karegan2's topic in General Students

    I agree with TheCommuter about taking a look at your personal objectives. I really enjoyed being a CNA at a hospital and learned a lot about the nursing role and the dynamics within a hospital. I...

  17. Ever dream about school?

    Noelani replied to aem31's topic in General Students

    I graduated college in May 2008, and for a year and a half after that, in December and May, I would wake up in a panic a few times thinking I forgot to study for some test or finish an assignment. I...

  18. Doula and Nursing Student?

    Noelani replied to Tara:)'s topic in General Students

    I would start by getting certified. Doulas are certified through DONA (Doulas of North America). I think CAPPA also certifies doulas, and I'm sure there are others. I'm working through Lamaze...

  19. Doula and Nursing Student?

    Noelani replied to Tara:)'s topic in General Students

    I seriously considered doing that but decided it just wouldn't be possible unless I worked with a group of other doulas who could cover my clients when I'm in class. I chose to be a childbirth...

  20. Labor and Delivery Nurse Questions

    Noelani replied to seemerun79's topic in General Nursing

    Imenid- Would you mind telling me what the programs are that you mentioned were available in St. Louis? I'm aware of the perinatal fellowship at St. John's Mercy, but haven't heard of any others....

  21. Listing bachelors on LPN resume?

    Noelani replied to Jess84's topic in Nursing Career

    I listed my bachelor's on my resume when I was looking for a CNA job. I felt it was important to be thorough. Plus, being college educated should not negatively affect your search. Maybe if you had...

  22. 2nd bachelor's degree accelerated nursing

    Noelani replied to dlammons7076's topic in General Nursing

    I start a 12 month ABSN program in May, and was eligible for $12,500 in federal loans each year. The summer semester is technically in the 2009-2010 school year, so I was awarded $12,500 for the...

  23. Accu Check question

    Noelani replied to student_nurse24's topic in General Students

    We did 0600, 1100, 1700, and 2100. I've never seen anyone skip it unless the patient was out for a test or procedure. And this was a pretty laid-back

  24. What can I delegate?

    Noelani replied to SNIXRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree that this is a delicate issue. Where I worked as a CNA, after 6 months of employment, we were eligible to be trained to draw blood and d/c IVs and foleys. Prior to this we could only do ADLs,...

  25. What are you taking your first semester Summer/Fall 10

    Noelani replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

    I think all of our classes require a 78% to pass. Intro to clinical decision making in nursing (3 hours) Communication in health care (2 hours) Health assessment plus lab (3 hours) Pharmacology in...