sapphire18

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  1. How do you think I'm doing for a Pre-Nursing student???

    sapphire18 replied to keithm101's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Algebra is a basic skill that is vital to nursing. That one just jumped out at me as something that you don't want a "C" in...or especially an

  2. Has anyone had a peer interview?

    sapphire18 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I got called back for a final round of interviewing for my *dream* unit...the peer interviewing round. According to the nurse manager, the staff makes the final decision on who gets hired and who...

  3. It's baaaaack......

    sapphire18 replied to MN-Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Hahaha it's like a horror movie...I'm picturing Jack Nicholson..."I'm

  4. cna or msn?

    sapphire18 replied to RmCU_nA's topic in California Nursing

    OK, this makes more sense now. I was thinking "PHIL" = Philadelphia. Too many

  5. cna or msn?

    sapphire18 replied to RmCU_nA's topic in California Nursing

    Ok that's what I know those acronyms to mean...why would she become a CNA if she just graduated with her BSN?? MSN vs. CNA are at totally opposite ends of the spectrum

  6. they made me PRN, CAN I GET UNEMPLOYMENT?

    sapphire18 replied to haitianrn's topic in General Nursing

    Really only your state's unemployment office can answer that. I do know that you have to work below a certain amount of hours and earn below a certain amount per week to receive unemployment in my...

  7. cna or msn?

    sapphire18 replied to RmCU_nA's topic in California Nursing

    Can you clarify what these acronyms stand for? The ones I think they mean don't make sense to your post.

  8. LTC to CRNA

    sapphire18 replied to steveo59's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Oh, and also, certain pre-reqs which have to have been taken in the last 5 years to qualify, with a minimum 3.5 GPA. Just from what I've

  9. LTC to CRNA

    sapphire18 replied to steveo59's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I echo the above. All CRNA programs that I've looked into require at least 2 years (sometimes, rarely, 1 if it's a high-acuity teaching hospital) of ICU experience. Good luck!

  10. Has anyone had a peer interview?

    sapphire18 replied to sapphire18's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My replies disappeared! Oh

  11. Male nurse song

    sapphire18 replied to Scrubman's topic in Men in Nursing

    I don't even like country music, and this literally brought tears to my eyes. So

  12. Post-code debriefing?!

    sapphire18 replied to jmdRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had a de-briefing either. It would be nice though. Definitely an idea to bring up to your

  13. ICU nurses: Do you check cornea reflex and gag reflex q4h ?

    sapphire18 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Critical Care

    We don't do corneal or gag reflexes, but are *supposed* to check pupils Q2h. I do Q4h unless they're neuro then I will do more often. I've sadly followed several nurses who will document "PERRLA at...

  14. Particular Patient Populations - Do You Struggle?

    sapphire18 replied to Nurse SMS's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    GI bleeders...I don't mind giving blood, but I find it REALLY hard to deal with that tell-tale smell without making a

  15. Low census. . .no work. . .

    sapphire18 replied to thesundowner's topic in General Nursing

    Same problem

  16. Do you as an RN insert nasopharyngeal or oral pharyngeal airway adjuncts?

    sapphire18 replied to 42pines's topic in Emergency

    I think that "still" is the key word

  17. DNR versus AND

    sapphire18 replied to Double-Helix's topic in Pediatric

    I agree with DeLana. I think using "AND" is a great thought, but it has to be specifically stated exactly what it will entail. If it is just another term for "DNR," then great. I agree that the...

  18. I dont think acute care floor nursing is right for me. What is?

    sapphire18 replied to klaRN01's topic in Nursing Career

    What about nursing education? It seems like it could be a good fit for you especially since you say you like the nursing theory aspect. Of course, you would need an advanced degree. However, this is...

  19. Officially a "nursing" student..?!

    sapphire18 replied to CRNBSN18's topic in General Students

    I remember that feeling well.

  20. Can anyone help me understand patient ratios?

    sapphire18 replied to Maremma's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am so sorry that your job is so stressful- I don't know how anyone handles ratios like that. I'm glad that the regional DON saw that you were doing the right thing and not the one to restrain the...

  21. Do you as an RN insert nasopharyngeal or oral pharyngeal airway adjuncts?

    sapphire18 replied to 42pines's topic in Emergency

    You're no longer a graduate nurse once you pass the NCLEX and receive your

  22. Never placed an IV!!!!!

    sapphire18 replied to LoriZ342's topic in General Nursing

    I completely agree. I cannot even believe that this is

  23. Worst night ever

    sapphire18 replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a truly overwhelming night. It was definitely unprofessional of your charge nurse to speak to you that way, especially in front of everyone else. I understand the wanting to listen to the...

  24. Three more weeks of orientation...

    sapphire18 replied to DroogieRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    I was in your shoes a year ago- trust me, it will feel like you are a new grad again for a while, but just like when you were a new grad, you'll settle in gradually and feel more comfortable over...

  25. Why do mean/crabby people become nurses??

    sapphire18 replied to R!XTER's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, yes, yes, and YES! Haha. I'm glad that I'm not the only