Coriander BSN, RN

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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi! I took the TEAS at SDSU but can't remember which version or what number it was. Here is a great sticky about the TEAS V test that you might be able to receive help from. :)...
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    Funniest/strangest dementia patient stories

    Coriander replied to Angie O'Plasty's topic in Nursing Humor

    Just the other day I was a 1:1 with a cognitive impairment fellow... We were having a very interesting conversation about the birds in the trees outside, when he pipes up, "Let me tell ya something,...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    NSO refers to the nursing program orientation only. I would suggest switching to the nursing/public health orientation. There are less people there, and it's a lot of fun. (I thought :)
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    How long did it take?

    Coriander replied to cmm4ever's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I had three days of training and then "You're on your own". :) Do you have a CNA report sheet? Something that you write down who is on bathroom privileges, who had their linens changed, vitals, etc.?...
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    CNA to RNA?

    Coriander replied to Ms.Anna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi, Ms.Anna. I'm having a hard time understanding your question. Are you asking what the steps are to becoming a CNA and then a Registered Nurse
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    You're very welcome. I was a little freaked out, too, when I read that for the first time.
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    New CNA grad, Hospital & Smells!!!

    Coriander replied to Noob_to_Nursing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would put a drop of peppermint or rosemary oil under my nose when I started working in an LTC years ago. One day I forgot it, and while it was difficult, the smell gradually started to be less of an...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi Wannabeee! I can tell you that I have not heard of any students missing out on clinicals because there wasn't room. I think they just put that in there as a disclaimer, or something happened years...
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    Foley Catheters

    Coriander replied to EssaQ502's topic in General Students

    I wanted to add my two cents from someone who has been on the receiving end of a catheter. It's not pleasant. It's a sensitive area and feels bizarre and uncomfortable, but it didn't hurt. I've seen...
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    Summer is here!!!!SN plz join

    Coriander replied to healthstar's topic in General Students

    I'm planning on relaxing and reading things other than textbooks. Of course, that's inbetween my full-time schedule as a nursing assistant. LOL Have a great
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    My novel and words of inspiration to share with current students & soon to be GN!

    Coriander replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    You have been incredibly helpful in all ways. I'm so happy for you and so proud of you that you've done so well. Thank you for your advice, a shoulder to lean on, and the straight facts. All the best...
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    Worth it or not Smartphone

    Coriander replied to my4helpers's topic in General Students

    I went the first year with a regular flip phone and the non-camera iTouch we were required to have. Now I have a Windows Phone and it's unbelievable how it has improved my organization and ease of...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi, JRJR. A whole lot is going to be done at NSO. LOTS! It's SUCH an exciting day. Your cohort (group of students) will be broken down into smaller groups. Then, we'll escort you through different...
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    CNA - What is the typical routine in a hospital

    Coriander replied to form530bask983's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You're welcome! Day shift is very similar. Vitals q4hrs, showers or bedbaths, toileting, meal trays, I&O, etc. Admissions and discharges can get a bit speedy. :) Also, visiting hours also bring...
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    CNA - What is the typical routine in a hospital

    Coriander replied to form530bask983's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The Tele floors that I've worked on (I float from site to site) are amazingly crazy busy. A lot depends on the acuity of your patients as to how much extra work you'll need to do. Many of my patients...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    I believe they just initiated this with the Spring class. Please check with the SON staff to see if this applies to your situation. It's a bit of a shock, I'll be honest. I believe I spent about...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    First, congratulations to everyone who was admitted! I'm so excited for you all to join us in the Fall. LoveLikeWoe, paste this address: https://sunspot.sdsu.edu/schedule/, then click on "Select...
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    CNA - What is the typical routine in a hospital

    Coriander replied to form530bask983's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Carry a pack of electrodes with you at all times. You will be surprised how often the monitor tech will call you because someone's leads have fallen off.
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    I'm infertile...and worried about my OB rotation

    Coriander replied to nurse2b013's topic in General Students

    Big hugs. I'm so sorry you've had to go through such loss. I've lost three pregnancies, and was terrified of this semester. Last week was our first day in clinical on the L&D floor, and my group...
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    Level 2 BSN.....advise and encouragment...

    Coriander replied to VentcSN's topic in General Students

    We can do it. I'm starting my 2nd semester as well. I hope you enjoy psych; we don't get that until 4th semester. :) I'm taking Med-Surg II, Pharmacology, and Interpersonal
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    No phones at clinical

    Coriander replied to cmonkey's topic in General Students

    We're encouraged to bring our iTouches to clinicals, but all cellphones must be kept in the locker room. I give my family the floor phone number in case of
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    SDSU Fall 2010 BSN program

    Coriander replied to Jerricaberri's topic in California Nursing

    I'm so sorry I didn't see this message before. Yes, it's exactly how SoCloseRN2B said. :) You don't really use the Skills Lab until about half-way through the semester but it's great to have on your...
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    Previous low gpa, straight A's now, my chances?

    Coriander replied to Rmedin19's topic in General Students

    I just wanted to pipe in here that I went back to school with a 1.32 GPA. I earned A's in every class for the next three years except for one B+, and was accepted into my nursing program with a 3.1...
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    SDSU Fall 2010 BSN program

    Coriander replied to Jerricaberri's topic in California Nursing

    One of the textbooks that is required is a drug calc "lab manual" kind of thing. There are assignments to do, and lots of good practice. A good website (among thousands of good sites) is...
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    SDSU Fall 2010 BSN program

    Coriander replied to Jerricaberri's topic in California Nursing

    If you can get your CPR certification done, that's one less thing. Just make sure it's the BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Compliance information should be available to you soon. If you go...