Sandcastles

Sandcastles ASN, RN

Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Volunteer Nursing

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  1. lorazepam with morphine

    Sandcastles replied to Vtachy1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi there! Yes, we do...all the

  2. Excelsior college

    Sandcastles replied to mimi2930's topic in LPN to RN

    Hi Kendra, I believe you couldn't send a message because if I remember correctly I think you have to post a certain number of posts or reply to posts for the message feature to become...

  3. Any RN to BSN Excelsior University Nurses Here?

    Sandcastles replied to Kamilah Coney's topic in Excelsior College

    I am a current BSN student at

  4. Excelsior college

    Sandcastles replied to mimi2930's topic in LPN to RN

    It's been a while for this post but I figured I'd answer in case anyone was still looking for answers. I was part of the first Excelsior ADN class to do clinicals in Albany NY. If you have any...

  5. FL have now problems with EC?

    Sandcastles replied to happydrunkcat's topic in Online Distance Learning

    This is very discouraging:eek: I am currently doing my pre-reqs then was going to apply for Excelsior.Well that was my plan.now what? I guess I will continue to do my pre-reqs and pray that a...

  6. How many residents do you care for Per Shift?

    Sandcastles replied to NCIANurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is the norm in LTC sadly.I work 11-7 and I have 30 patients each night with half of them being subacute post op from surgeries so Im popping them painpills all night,along with Gtube...

  7. did your job give you a holiday gift??

    Sandcastles replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    Get this.We got 50$ gift cards to Walmart also,then everyone noticed 50$ was taken out of our check on their paystub.Well what they did was tax us on the 50$ giftcards!! They pulled the 50$ out then...

  8. Question for Excelsior students...

    Sandcastles replied to Lisa1980's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi Lisa I am currently doing my CLEP exams for Excelsior as well.I was told by them (and also received an email) that we can CLEP the Humanities exam which is worth 6 credits.I plan to take this exam...

  9. Hand sanitizer destorying my hands

    Sandcastles replied to itsmejuli's topic in General Nursing

    Bath and Body carries a mositurizing antibacterial cream in assorted scents.I love their stuff.It may be helpful to you.Good luck as I think all nurses have this problem.

  10. Nursing Liability Insurance

    Sandcastles replied to jnrsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    I have nso.It covers the important stuff.You may want to check them out.

  11. Holiday Season and Weight management

    Sandcastles replied to Katie5's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Ughhh tell me about it.Last night I could barely chart (there was no room)as the nurses station was filled with boxed chocolates,candy,cakes ect.The junk food is taking over! I have been trying to...

  12. What exactlly is "Charge Nurse"?

    Sandcastles replied to LuVnLpN08's topic in General Nursing

    My job is similar to yours.I used to work 3-11 and was referred to as the charge nurse down my hall.I now work 11-7 for the past 5 months and am considered the nursing supervisor for my wing.I found...

  13. Nurse/Patient Relationships

    Sandcastles replied to luvbug080688's topic in General Nursing

    I suppose this could and can happens.Reminds me of an episode of Army Wives where Denise (a nurse) had an affair with one of the patients -a wounded soldier and the hospital fired

  14. I'm going to college for nursing. Should i get my CNA?

    Sandcastles replied to knikki's topic in General Nursing

    You should totally get your CNA! CNAs usually make the best nurses.Can you tell I was one for 7 yrs before I became a

  15. Frustrated

    Sandcastles replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I have no advice but can totally relate.I work at a place where we NEVER have supplies to do our job properly.But yet we need to sign the Tars we used this this and this when we basically scrap...

  16. asking for some prayers

    Sandcastles replied to locolorenzo22's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there:specs: I had this surgery done 5 yrs ago when I thought I was having a heart attack.It was so painful I went to the emergency rm and found out I had gall stones.They operated a few hrs...

  17. Why can't I find an LPN job?

    Sandcastles replied to Ladybuggers's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am an LPN in Central FL and when I left agency to find a staff job 8 months ago the picking were slim.Mind you I have 7 yrs experience,some of it hospital. keep your head up and keep looking.A...

  18. Teaching a charge nurse that the deaf can perform the duties of a CNA

    Sandcastles replied to Inspired By Silence's topic in General Nursing

    I absolutely love your story!! You are very inspiring.I believe you will be an asset to your patients and to the nursing field in general.I wish you the best of luck.Please keep us posted on your...

  19. single mother returning to school for rn licence

    Sandcastles replied to theresanelson's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sounds like you are on the right track with everything:D The thing that helps me most is prioritising,organizing everything in your life.So you have the time and energy for whats important like your...

  20. 19 years old..with baby HELP!

    Sandcastles replied to SusieQ's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi Susan I usually do not post personal info but want to encourage you on your journey.I had my daughter at 19 and went to school to become an LPN.I also worked full time as a CNA as well.I have been...

  21. Question about Excelsior

    Sandcastles replied to zmealey's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you LunahRN for your always informative and helpful posts.They always help me,as someone is always asking a similar question to what I want to know;).I am currently doing my pre-reqs and in the...

  22. nebulizer meds

    Sandcastles replied to sweetieann's topic in General Nursing

    At my job we do it every sunday night 11-7.We change the 02 tubing,neb,and 02 humidifiers every week and O2 filters once a month.I know because I usually have to do it on my weekend

  23. How do I get around NOT using The College Network for Phase 1 of LVN to BSN ISU

    Sandcastles replied to saigelily's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi there I spoke to someone directly from the college yesterday and was told I do not have to use them.I asked if it was mandatory and she told me no.They do have a partnership with them but we dont...

  24. ISU FAQ thread

    Sandcastles replied to chaxanmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi there! I have been an LPN for the past 7 yrs and want to persue my RN via distance learning.I am very interested in ISU LPN to RN route.Can anyone tell me what 10 classes/pre-requisites need to be...

  25. Can you get your licence for a cna if your under 18?

    Sandcastles replied to Marissa2619's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was a CNA at 16 in NY,so it is possible.Like the poster above stated just check with you BON.Good luck to you!