LuckyinKY

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  1. Endoscopy Center vs. Mental Health Hospital

    LuckyinKY replied to Jen8304's topic in General Nursing

    I am working inpatient psych as a tech and I love it. I think mental health gets a bad rap. Yes there is a potential to get hurt but nurses can get attacked in any part of the hospital. Mental...

  2. Anyone work at UK Medical Center/Good Samaritan Hospital

    LuckyinKY replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have just started at Good Samaritan as a tech. Human Resources at Good Samaritan is very friendly and helpful, I have had a unique situation and they have gone out of their way to smooth the...

  3. Good place to get first stethoscope?

    LuckyinKY replied to soraji's topic in General Students

    Do not go out and buy a fancy stethoscope. They disappear or get lost. You can get a used Littmann on Ebay or buy a brand like Kila which is almost as good and a fraction of the cost. My stethoscope...

  4. Psych Nursing (metal health) topic suggestions?

    LuckyinKY replied to Miley22's topic in General Students

    I agree with Ashley about anti-psychotics in children. My son is on a single drug and a very low dose at that, but I know many parents of young children who are on multiple anti-psychotic...

  5. OT: Pacing the floor

    LuckyinKY replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    Yay, hope you have an easy and uncomplicated

  6. OT: Pacing the floor

    LuckyinKY replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    We all get a little crazy when pregnant... Are you really overdue or experiencing any complications? I would try to get a hold of your OB and find out what to

  7. Drug Cards

    LuckyinKY replied to CaptScrubs13's topic in General Students

    We were not only required to buy the Iphone/Ipod Touch but Skyscape Nursing Software as well (~$180). There are some great drug apps that are free or low cost though. Epocrates Micromedex Drug...

  8. Major in nursing and minoring in Psychology?

    LuckyinKY replied to Kenanipel's topic in General Students

    A four year Psych degree doesn't really do much for you job wise unless you plan on getting a Masters degree in psych afterwards. The bachelors degree in Psych would at best qualify you to work as a...

  9. Drug Cards

    LuckyinKY replied to CaptScrubs13's topic in General Students

    My program requires an Iphone or Ipod Touch so we can look up drugs and labs during clinicals. It is much easier than carrying around a stack of cards. Some clinical instructors require drug sheets...

  10. Child care assistance while in program?

    LuckyinKY replied to Stasi's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    When I was earning my first degree, I qualified for childcare assistance as long as I worked 20 hours a week. I am not sure what your state requirements are but it might be worthwhile to get a part...

  11. Uh, should a pharmacy tech really be allow to mix meds?

    LuckyinKY replied to Laboratorian's topic in General Nursing

    I have also worked as a pharmacy technician. I worked at Walgreens where everything was so automated it would be hard to make mistakes, there were multiple checks in place. I hate that people pay so...

  12. For students with insomnia, what have you found that works for you?

    LuckyinKY replied to J-Swish's topic in General Students

    Klonopin works well for me too, it helps take the edge off of my anxiety, stopping my overthinking and helping relax enough to sleep. I have Ambien as well, but rarely use it since it makes me feel...

  13. Accepting a PRN job and Unemployment

    LuckyinKY posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a nursing student who has been employed full time at my current research position for over 4 years. This position is ending in August and I have had a hard time finding a full time job with...

  14. Nrsg student can't find a job...

    LuckyinKY replied to mendezs12's topic in General Students

    It takes persistence. I have a previous bachelors degree, CNA certifications, BLS, and a solid work history in research. I have been rejected for more tech jobs than I care to count. I finally got an...

  15. How can I keep nursing fresh in my mind while on a long break from school?

    LuckyinKY replied to amybear's topic in General Students

    I also do the NCLEX Quiz Card thing on my Iphone whenever I am sitting with nothing to do. I am anticipating a hectic Fall semester with starting a new hospital job, so owhile I have alot of downtime...

  16. Per Diem question ! ( need help )

    LuckyinKY replied to Respiratoryguy's topic in General Nursing

    I was just hired for a per diem mental health tech job and hoping I can get plenty of hours. I have one year of nursing school left and have been working full time all along, but my research job is...

  17. Networking while in labor

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

    I say go for it, the might appreciate your

  18. BCTC Nursing Fall 2011

    LuckyinKY replied to kdonovan's topic in General Nursing

    They accepted around 15-20 alternates I think last year. Many people apply to multiple schools, others will move, marry, get pregnant, etc... As number 9, I am sure you will get

  19. nclex rn 10000

    LuckyinKY replied to sdbsn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I can't get the promo code to work, I tried using both IE and chrome

  20. nclex rn 10000

    LuckyinKY replied to sdbsn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Darn they decided to do it online to keep everyone from sharing it I guess. Alot of review cds have been passed around at my school, including NCLEX 4000. I hope my school will buy and install it so I...

  21. Do insurance companies cover psychotherapy services rendered by psychiatric NP?

    LuckyinKY replied to Kitty's topic in General Nursing

    My son sees a psych NP and it is covered by our insurance, BC/BS. She does assessments and manages his medication along with follow ups. This is not in NJ though. She is part of a practice with LSWs...

  22. Drug Legalization

    LuckyinKY replied to commonsense's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I support the decriminalization of marijuana but not the other stuff. I too feel that tobacco and alcohol do more damage and should be regulated more. Alcohol and tobacco have created a huge burden...

  23. Do you like the uniforms they give you for your school?

    LuckyinKY replied to prime11214's topic in General Students

    We have Navy scrubs from Meridys. They have some nanotech fabric that is supposed to repel fluids. It also makes you sweat like crazy, which is not good when you are already a nervous, sweaty nursing...

  24. BCTC Nursing Fall 2011

    LuckyinKY replied to kdonovan's topic in General Nursing

    I was #7 on the alternate list and I did not get in until the end of June, just in time to take summer pharmacology. Many people did not find out until right as classes started for the

  25. Is there a nurse on the plane?

    LuckyinKY replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    And this also has me fired up (from a doctor in the comments section): "Of note, there was an NP on board in the first class section (same as the patient). Although she was useful, quite frankly,...