Moogie

Moogie

Gerontology, nursing education

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  1. 1st impression/clinical instructor

    Moogie replied to deetrain's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree with the above poster. Be courteous and respectful to your peers, patients, the staff, and your instructor. Address him/her the way that he/she prefers. Get your work done on time and if...

  2. How not to get ****** at clinical?

    Moogie replied to noyesno's topic in General Students

    I'm always afraid that if I journal on Word that I'm going to accidentally send it in an email to the person who is causing me stress at that particular moment. I've heard too many horror stories...

  3. How not to get ****** at clinical?

    Moogie replied to noyesno's topic in General Students

    I've been a clinical instructor too and had many frustrating moments with a computer system that would take two weeks to recognize me (but kick me off at the end of every semester) and a Pyxis that I...

  4. Direct-Entry MSN program advice

    Moogie replied to pdubya24's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Moved thread to Post-Graduate Nursing Student Forum for greater visibility and to elicit more

  5. Need Advice on BSN or ASN!

    Moogie replied to rileysaunt's topic in General Nursing

    I was the one who was curious about that and will say, yes, please stay in school for the BSN. You know how competitive it is and you don't want to jeopardize your education by going for something...

  6. Going back to school, when I figure out which school

    Moogie replied to beautygirlsmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    First of all, :spnngwlcm: Glad you found us! You are willing and able to relocate and you're looking for an entry-level BSN program, right? You're also hoping to get previous college credits...

  7. Need Advice on BSN or ASN!

    Moogie replied to rileysaunt's topic in General Nursing

    You mentioned in another post that we really don't know you or your situation, and you're right---we don't. It's hard to comment on your specific situation but students and experienced nurses might...

  8. Blood sugar of 104. Is this bad?

    Moogie replied to jtanga's topic in General Students

    It is hard to answer without knowing the context of your question. Is this a fasting blood sugar on someone with diabetes? On a pregnant woman? Is this after treatment of hypoglycemia or...

  9. What jobs are there for a BS nursing degree but no license?

    Moogie replied to jcutler's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Moved to Graduate Nurse Forum to elicit more

  10. advice needed for current boss

    Moogie replied to paper1225's topic in General Nursing

    Tell your manager what you have said here (with the exception of being on nights and not having much of a relationship with him/her). This way, if you get a transfer, you can leave with grace and not...

  11. Lecture notes sharing?

    Moogie replied to snvplayer's topic in General Students

    I agree with the advice given by the previous poster. Definitely check your books's website, accompanying CD, and even available workbooks to help organize your materials. You may also wish to ask...

  12. Broke Foot=withdraw from nursing school

    Moogie replied to tattooedlilfreak's topic in General Students

    I would be disheartened, too, if a school did not allow some other option than withdrawing or failure. I hate to say this but I would consider a different school if this one is so

  13. Passed out - HELP!

    Moogie replied to cjohns889's topic in General Students

    On my very first day of clinicals, when I was a brand new, wet-behind-the-ears instructor, one of my students passed out. I asked her if she had eaten anything, if she had any health issues, and...

  14. declining a job, then calling back

    Moogie replied to jlockett's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry. I am a little confused by your post. You turned down the job, then emailed the director when you realized that you could make it work with your school schedule, so she offered the job to...

  15. How does a new grad become a CCRN?

    Moogie replied to Lululi's topic in General Nursing

    I understand wanting to make oneself more attractive to potential employers, but if you "hate" wounds, you won't be happy with a WOCN

  16. Forced to come into work on day off

    Moogie replied to deletethisaccount's topic in General Nursing

    This seems like a very bizarre move on the part of management. You'd think that with new grads (and experienced nurses) crying for jobs, the facility would be better off to hire two

  17. Non-nursing degree for Masters?

    Moogie replied to smilealot's topic in General Nursing

    While public health is indeed a domain of nursing, one does not need to be a nurse to get an MPH degree. That could open some doors yet close others, depending on what one wants to do in terms of...

  18. Cheap steth with good sound?

    Moogie replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Then I think you're going to be okay. Slightly off topic, I talked my DH into going out for Mexican food last night. Had chicken mole enchiladas. YUM!!! Thank you for putting the idea in my

  19. Disappointing First Clinical Experience

    Moogie replied to nikkole318's topic in General Students

    Nikkole, That sounds like a very frustrating and disappointing experience. Especially for beginning students, I try to keep the first day rather light so that they can get used to the facility. I...

  20. Cheap steth with good sound?

    Moogie replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Cheap, plentiful, tasty food is good. Cheap, plentiful, tasty Mexican food is even better. But your mileage may vary with an inexpensive stethoscope. Since the one you got through your school...

  21. RN-BSN bridge vs straight BSN, is it the same education?

    Moogie replied to Saysfaa's topic in General Nursing

    Chorkle, Your experience sounds very impressive and you seem to have a good idea of what nursing entails. With this economy, many new grads are having trouble finding jobs regardless of their...

  22. RN-BSN bridge vs straight BSN, is it the same education?

    Moogie replied to Saysfaa's topic in General Nursing

    That's a good question. An RN to BSN bridge builds on one's previous nursing education and experiences so the focus is a bit different. I went through an RN to BSN program many years ago, well...

  23. Ethical Dilemma re: Tests

    Moogie replied to ziggysgal,RN's topic in General Students

    Gumby, I completely understand why you wouldn't want to get involved. I once discovered someone cheating and brought it to the attention of the instructor and nothing was done. It was a very...

  24. Ethical Dilemma re: Tests

    Moogie replied to ziggysgal,RN's topic in General Students

    That's a really good point. I like your

  25. Ethical Dilemma re: Tests

    Moogie replied to ziggysgal,RN's topic in General Students

    Sometimes, new faculty or part-time/adjunct faculty may be unaware of situations like this. If I were the instructor I would want to know. It's tough because you don't want to feel like you're...