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  1. Vanderbilt Program

    michellemybelle posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    To all Tennessee nurses: Has anyone heard about Vanderbilt's MSN/NP programs? I'm currently a student taking pre-reqs for getting my RN, but they also have a masters entry program for students who...

  2. Help! I'm a new grad & new in CO!

    michellemybelle replied to kimnadam's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I have heard that Rose and the VA in Denver are still open. These places typically do not interview before a new grad either gets an ATT and/or passes boards. I think Poudre Valley in Fort Collins...

  3. I'm confused with Kaplan Q-Trainer

    michellemybelle replied to hngd's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kaplan's question trainer is a set of 7 tests kaplan has developed to monitor your progress while you're studying for nclex. Each test varies in length (from I think 75 to 265) and convers various...

  4. Help Help Help Please!!!

    michellemybelle replied to Cutiepie612's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Cutiepie, I went to nursing school in Colorado and did not know of any programs that were specifically geared to military spouses and a fast-track schedule. The only thing I can possibly think of are...

  5. How do YOU check a temp in an orally intubated person?

    michellemybelle replied to JoshuaAdamsRN's topic in Emergency

    At the ICU I worked in, all temps were done tympanically. I would assume that an oral temp would not be accurate because with oral intubation, the mouth is not able to get a good seal around the...

  6. Did you use Kaplan??

    michellemybelle replied to jillnurse2b's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hah! I don't know how I did it. I did tons of questions though. I really liked the tutorial mode in Kaplan--where they gave you the rationales while you tested in the q-bank, it saved me a lot of...

  7. Did you use Kaplan??

    michellemybelle replied to jillnurse2b's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kaplan suggests that to be ultimately "confident" and ready to take nclex, you should get at least a 65% on test 7. The course book said this, and my instructor reaffirmed it as well. She...

  8. Soon to be graduate nurse

    michellemybelle replied to twilight3's topic in California Nursing

    It has been my experience that hospitals in southern California readily hire new grad nurses, even those from out of state. I had two job offers before I graduated in May. I would recommend signing...

  9. Has anyone taken the Kaplan Nclex review

    michellemybelle replied to keshaRN07's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I purchased the "whole enchilada" from Kaplan--the classroom instruction, full online access, both with the question trainers and qbank. I will agree this class wasn't totally useful, but the...

  10. Unions?

    michellemybelle posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hello everyone! I'm a new grad taking a ICU position this fall in Los Angeles, and this hospital happens to have a union contract. Can someone please explain to me the benefits/drawbacks of...

  11. Help.....In a Dilemma about licensing

    michellemybelle replied to tsheriff's topic in California Nursing

    From what I've heard, the time to process applications at the BORN varies. I would maybe talk to your manager at your new job to discuss your concerns--maybe you can attend your orientation (like...

  12. UCDHSC or Regis? Need Your Opinion, Please!

    michellemybelle replied to TKBSN2b's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I am just finishing up my BSN here at Regis, it's a great program. Yes, the tuition is high, but the education is wonderful. I am on finanical aid here, mostly through loans, but have three...

  13. Question about skilled nursing and g-tubes

    michellemybelle replied to Jolie's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think that it's up to the facility. I'm at a MICU and a lot of our patients are either vented, trached, and/or g-tubed. It's my understanding that only SOME nursing faciities accept these patients...

  14. New Grad please help!! UCLA?

    michellemybelle replied to coldroses's topic in California Nursing

    I interviewed at UCLA last December for a critical care position and will be starting as a new BSN grad this August. I like UCLA's magnet status, reputation in the community, and reputation in the...

  15. should i take a ucla job??

    michellemybelle replied to blee1's topic in California Nursing

    I am a California native and working at UCLA this fall in a critical care setting as a new grad. Housing around the area varies in price, neighborhood, and safety. I think you could find a decent,...

  16. $10,000 penalty if you leave the ICU

    michellemybelle replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in MICU, SICU

    Cedars Sinai in LA has a similar policy, but instead of 10K, it's somewhere around 5K as reimbursement for the new grad class anywhere in the hospital, not just critical care. You have to sign a...

  17. what is a buffalo cap?

    michellemybelle replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    I go to school in Denver. These are called "buffalo caps" or "buff caps" because they were created here at University of Colorado Medical Center. The University's mascot is the buffalo. Hope that...

  18. Accepted to UCHSC

    michellemybelle posted a topic in Colorado Nursing

    Does anyone have any experience with the UCHSC traditional BSN program? I just got accepted and I'm seriously looking at attending this summer, but since I'm from California, I have no idea about it....

  19. BLS/CPR/BCLS/PALS Courses in California??

    michellemybelle replied to FutureUSRN's topic in California Nursing

    The American Heart Association is a popular choice, and has an option on their website to locate a class near you. Good Luck,

  20. Platt college?

    michellemybelle replied to tbahde's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Does Platt college offer BSN or ADN

  21. Tuition Reimbursement/Loan Forgiveness

    michellemybelle replied to FancyLaFance's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Also, Craig Hospital, a rehabilitation facility, offers loan forgiveness, seperate from the above

  22. coming to Denver from So CaL

    michellemybelle replied to Hannahrn's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Yes that is a great idea! I usually suggest that to my parents, but as they are avid gamblers, we stay the night in Vegas. I have driven to Denver straight through, and it is really horrible....

  23. coming to Denver from So CaL

    michellemybelle replied to Hannahrn's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Haha--funny you mention this drive! I go to school in Denver, live there for the school year, and drive back home for summer. The drive is horrible. We drive straight 1-70 from 1-15 (Las Vegas),...

  24. Pediatric Oncology nursing in Denver/Boulder

    michellemybelle replied to FancyLaFance's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Fancy, Besides Childrens, Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital in Denver also has as small Pediatrics Oncology unit on the general Pediatrics floor. I've had clinicals there and the staff is amazing,...

  25. case study about primipara

    michellemybelle replied to stressedout1's topic in General Students

    Is it possible she has a UTI or some other infectious process? Ask if she's had any frequency, urgency, or painful urination. Do a urine stick to check for white blood cells in urine. Is she...