elppaym BSN, MSN, RN, APRN

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    Midwestern State University PMHNP program

    elppaym replied to Scarlettz's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi, Did you go through this program?
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    Triage question

    elppaym replied to gvrn13's topic in Emergency

    Your on the front line. Go with your gut instincts and like others have said, if your in doubt over triage. I wold rather have an over triaged patient than an under triaged patient. I would have...
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    Will an ER tech help me land a job in the ED?

    elppaym replied to loosemoose's topic in Emergency

    Solid plan, go for
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    What is the difference between ICU and Urgent Care and ER?

    elppaym replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in Critical Care

    Good advice, and I agree use your time in school to get a better understanding of what each area does etc. When your doing your rotations/clinicals ask questions. When your studying certain topics...
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    How do you deal with the stress of being a nurse?

    elppaym replied to coffeemamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Stress, we have to deal with it healthy ways. During work: I step off the unit when on Lunch, get away and take a break and zone out. If the wife is off I'll have her send pics of the kids (8yr, 6yr,...
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    looking for career change

    elppaym replied to drezqmn's topic in General Nursing

    Start on your sciences that you need to retake, main ones they are looking for: A&P I/II, Microbiology, Math, Chem. Check with a admission counselor on what they specifically require. With your...
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    Transitioning from a student to a nurse

    elppaym replied to Sonia B's topic in General Nursing

    Very good advice posted so far, take note of it. It's going to be hard, it's not going to be exactly like they taught you in school. Is there a way to make it easy? Stay motivated, staying on point...
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    Where should a new graduate nurse start working?

    elppaym replied to Sonia B's topic in General Nursing

    As roser & Skips states wherever you can depending on your location and market. Additionally RNperdiem makes a good point on a strong unit where new grads are welcome. I started in the ED, had...
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    FNP ANCC 2016 Exam

    elppaym replied to Taglas-FNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    If your putting in the time studying, the next thing is to be focused on what you need to be studying. I started out with the Leik and Fitz Review books and using text books also, doing questions...
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    sneakers/shoes

    elppaym replied to heather717's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Another like for New Balance :) Having wide feet also, I love my New Balance. They are my go to choice for running shoes so that my feet can naturally expand while running and walking. I would say...
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    How to stand out?

    elppaym replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in General Nursing

    I would have to agree, practice. If you don't have experience with interviews, then like kraken suggested practice. Research what the company is about, the missions and values so if it is brought up...
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    Nih stroke scale cert

    elppaym replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    If you took "A" you need to take "B" and so forth, just keep going down the list every 2 years :) • ONLY COMPLETE ONE (1) TEST GROUP AT A TIME. Certification with one test group (1) is good for...
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    Failed AANP what Next?

    elppaym replied to Jackzoloe's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I would also agree, make sure your going slow enough to get what the question is asking and be able to pick out the "gotcha" answer. I did the Fitz online review, went through the modules 2-3 times,...
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    Passed AANP exam 3/12/2016

    elppaym replied to NewNP2016's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Awesome,
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    New Grad RN - Needing tips on how to be a better RN!

    elppaym replied to X5ISH's topic in General Nursing

    apayne8508, makes a very good point, you can learn a lot from your fellow staffers, CNA/Techs, the ones i work with our amazing. I used to be one also
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    where else do ER nurses go?

    elppaym replied to rearviewmirror's topic in Emergency

    Same here most of the nurses I work with go to PACU, Cath lab, IR, etc...and additionally a good number went back to school for FNP
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    When to start applying for RN jobs?

    elppaym replied to g.elizabeth's topic in General Nursing

    Network, network, network...best advice I can give a new grad, current student, future student, even experienced nurses. Go to nurse fairs, CE work shops, volunteer, etc. you get out of it what you...
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    helping out or obligated

    elppaym replied to thomas76's topic in General Nursing

    If you already have your schedule for your new unit set, I would follow that. Helping out "until they find a replacement" can be indefinitely. While "helping out" is not a negative thing, the new...
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    New Grad RN - Needing tips on how to be a better RN!

    elppaym replied to X5ISH's topic in General Nursing

    I precept a lot of new grads, and also a mentor at my organization for new grads. One of the first pieces of advice I give them (as well as what others have stated) just because you've done a certain...
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    What are your favorite meals/snacks for work?

    elppaym replied to jchene's topic in General Nursing

    Hard boiled eggs, protein shake, fruits...salad in a jar, just add dressing shake and eat. Kept me going while in my MSN program and busy days in the
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    Nursing School Graduation Approaches - Is aiming for critical care too presumptuous?

    elppaym replied to TrevorChurchman's topic in General Nursing

    As a new grad I started off in the Emergency Department and it's now 6 years later with an MSN and FNP-BC. In my current hospital there are new grad programs for RNs in the ED, ICU, etc. My first job...
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    I suck at APA style and lack motivation to complete my BSN

    elppaym replied to empatheticRN's topic in General Nursing

    PERRLA, another vote from on that recommendation. Did it the old fashioned way for my BSN, used PERRLA for my MSN. Warning, while it helps a lot you still need to get the ground work done and put...
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    From RN to Medical School

    elppaym replied to RNthenDoc's topic in General Nursing

    I would have to agree pursue you passion. If you want it and are dedicated enough, go for it. One of my friends who is a an MD told me about one of his friends he graduated with, he was an RN,...
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    I want to be a nurse!!

    elppaym replied to LucidDreamer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There can be days where it's rough being a nurse, low staff, high number of patients...there can be days where there are angry patients...but, the alternate is true as well, there are days that are...
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    Considering move to OK City area

    elppaym replied to elppaym's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Thanks for your reply, The wife has 15 years of experience as an ED RN. Definitely understand that there will still be snow and cold, but Chicago is on a different level more often than not. Most...