MERRYWIDOW46

MERRYWIDOW46

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  1. CCBC or BCCC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to RN-4Ever's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I have been working with students from both programs over the years. CCBC students are more motivated and more prepared to complete tasks in the clinical setting. My experience with BCCC students has...

  2. wasting narcotics in pacu

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to kkep72's topic in General Nursing

    I take a narc out of the pyxis and it goes in my pocket until I draw it up and give it. I don't take out narcs for others to use. I pull it I give it. We are required to waste as we go, one dose...

  3. Best days/times to volunteer in ER for pre-nursing student

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to frnzy's topic in Emergency

    Friday and Saturday after midnight are best for the drunks, auto accidents, etc. No one can really predict when the ER will be busy. Every day is different. However, you could ask the staff what...

  4. hospital help with tuition

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to timothymichaeljett's topic in General Nursing

    Not sure about Michigan, but in my area once the economy tanked those programs were stopped. Isn't Michigan in a bad way economically? High unemployment, lack of jobs? Good

  5. Can they drop your medical benefits after handing in letter of resignation?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to irish123's topic in General Nursing

    Some facilities have a policy that your last day of work is the last day of benefits, eg last day work the 10th no benefit coverage from 11th on. Other facilities cover you until the last day of the...

  6. When to start looking for a job?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to WeirdNurseKelly's topic in General Nursing

    Do not know what the economy is like in your are, however, I am a well seasoned nurse and it took me 14 months to find a position. Start NOW. Especially, if you want to get into a "New Grad Program",...

  7. Feedback on a statement of purpose?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to piscesguy's topic in General Nursing

    The second version is much better. However, yes, it is a bit wordy. Good luck with the editing. Happy New

  8. What do your benefits cost?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to pennyg1's topic in General Nursing

    I had private insurance just for myself, medical with prescription, $1000 deductable and $500 for prescription deductable and paid $415 a month. Just started a new job I work 24 hours a week and I...

  9. Outpatient vs. Inpatient for new grad

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to prinsessa's topic in General Nursing

    As a new grad I would recommend an INPATIENT hospital setting. Managers know new grads are interviewing several places. I would be graceousa at the interview, express my enthusiasm and interest in...

  10. Happy New Year

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to AngelsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Safe. Happy, and Prosperous New Year to all at All

  11. AM I BEING SELFISH???

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to grantchatt's topic in General Nursing

    MORE questions & food for thought: are you talking about the Washington Hospital Center scholarship program at Georgetown? That costs 70k, and my understanding is you work 2-3 years post...

  12. Med Calculation exams

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to hydez1986's topic in General Nursing

    Every facility I have been employed in since 1976 has required a pharmacology, IV drip rate calculation, and medications dosing calculation competency. They usually do it the first week of nursing...

  13. Pool RN question

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to zefutebolera's topic in General Nursing

    It depends how the pool is set up. We have 3 levels of "Pool". Supplemental StaffingI is the lowest paid and least requirements, no weekends or holidays, but a certain number of hours in a 6 week...

  14. TPN and PRBC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to FlGasman's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, he's not coming back here. If you go look at his posting history his creditablity is questionable. He posts bashing his schooling, and I'm not sure where or what his clinical experience was...

  15. What is a good ER Nursing Book?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to lm8539's topic in Emergency

    I use core curriculum. Also, like the "Quick Facts" series as well as "Made Incredibly Easy" series. You need to look through several books and find what works best for you and your learning style....

  16. TPN and PRBC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to FlGasman's topic in General Nursing

    WHAT are the "Bad Karma Gods" and HOW does one TEMPT them. What do they

  17. Return to nursing

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to gtoko's topic in General Nursing

    You need to check with you state BON. I don't know the number in Md, but DO know that anyone not actively working in nursing for a period of time may NOT work without taking a refresher course....

  18. Question about holding an RN license in multiple states

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to NBMom1225's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I used to keep my original license PA active, however, many years ago placed it with DE, NJ on inactive status. DE is now a compact state, and I live and work in MD. I recently applied for a DC...

  19. Merry Christmas from...

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for all you do. I hope your holidays were safe. Come home safe and

  20. TPN and PRBC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to FlGasman's topic in General Nursing

    OK now I am REALLY scared!!! I looked at all the OPs postings. The OP is a NEW CRNA, this happened in the OR during surgery. YIKES!!!!! These were my worst nightmare when an OR nurse, Anesthesia...

  21. TPN and PRBC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to FlGasman's topic in General Nursing

    One can only

  22. per diem agency nursing and high amount of cancelation

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to VegRN's topic in Agency Nurses

    I do not work for multiple agencies to "shop a shift to the highest paying agency". As a matter of fact, agency in my area pays less than my PT staff position. I do it for the flexibility and ability...

  23. TPN and PRBC

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to FlGasman's topic in General Nursing

    Just a question.....What was your initial education that qualified you for NCLEX? Are you a second Bachelors Nurse or Direct entry MSN???????? Just

  24. Merry Christmas from...

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    Happy Holidays to all from COLD BALTIMORE,

  25. Would this be appealing for an RN?

    MERRYWIDOW46 replied to Born2BWild's topic in General Nursing

    LTC has a bad rep with acute care RNs, that is