Daisy_08 BSN, RN

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    Can we Talk?

    Daisy_08 replied to bluesblu's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

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    Novice nurse no-nos

    Daisy_08 replied to tsm007's topic in General Nursing

    Use critical judgment, aka common sense. I always hear people say 'well that's not the way its done here' or 'Nurse X did it this way, so I must to'. Just because there is a rule or even a policy in...
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    Is there a lot of Chemistry in Practical Nursing?

    Daisy_08 replied to linzipinzi's topic in Canada

    Patho and pharm were hard, but not impossible. I feel like the grade reflected my work, not always the case in many courses and
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    Is there a lot of Chemistry in Practical Nursing?

    Daisy_08 replied to linzipinzi's topic in Canada

    I do not do any chem in either the PN or BScN program. If you want to study before look at anatomy, but I think you should just enjoy your
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    Rural nursing for new grads

    Daisy_08 replied to Aspie's topic in Canada

    Thanks for getting back to the group. How was your
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    Workplace harassment/bullying

    Daisy_08 replied to electricblack's topic in Canada

    If you would like solid advice talk to your union rep. If you would to vent and get advice to take with a grain of salt, but maybe feel better, post it here. If you 'think' your being bullied you may...
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    Is there no hope??

    Daisy_08 replied to Linda34's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    I know someone who works in the registrars office at a ON college, who mentioned that due to the volume of applicants you have a better change of getting into the BScN program then PN program. All of...
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    progress notes

    Daisy_08 replied to hardware syndrome's topic in Canada

    Probably not, but it would depends on the situation. If you are new to this facility, look at how others write them. Also progress notes are meant to be read, no one is going to get through pages....
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    CNA Certification

    Daisy_08 posted a topic in Canada

    I know the CNA has stated that any other type of nursing experience (RPN, LPV ect) will NOT count towards CNA certification. However I did hear of one person who challenged it and 'won'. I do not know...
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    CNA Certification

    Daisy_08 replied to Daisy_08's topic in Canada

    Sorry, CNA as in Canadian Nursing Association. Certification that RNs get in specialty areas. Here is a link What Is Certification? |
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    Insight to NP

    Daisy_08 replied to hopefulhelper.'s topic in Canada

    I do not know much about the NP role, which lead me to click on the thread, Sadly I see someone has taken out some frustrations on you. I will do my best to answer your question, and get this back on...
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    Critical Care Course

    Daisy_08 replied to nurseSM13's topic in Canada

    Is there a nursing shortage out
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    International PSW/nurse

    Daisy_08 replied to Melcole's topic in International Nursing

    Many LTC and RH's hire nursing students to work as health care aides (PSW without the PSW course). Some places do a small pay gap between the two. I can be difficult to find any nursing job in SW...
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    Should I become a RPN in Ontario?

    Daisy_08 replied to PotentialRPN's topic in Canada

    I did the RPN program at Conestoga college. I really enjoyed it. No problem finding a job, a actually took a few at first. Many opportunities in geriatrics, home care and mental health in SW Ontario....
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    Can a LPN delegate to RN?

    Daisy_08 replied to roxs752's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    All right, I will retract the statement. I'm sure it was the way I was reading it. I have worked in a home where the DOC was an LPN. She did 'delegate' to RN's. Nothing done in the home was outside...
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    Can a LPN delegate to RN?

    Daisy_08 replied to roxs752's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You sound very bitter that the lowly LPN dare to have a position of power over
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    Fired for refusing??

    Daisy_08 replied to Indyrn00's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I work in Canada, and do not *think it is legal to make it mandatory? We only have a 40% staff vaccination rate, i think its about 30% in nurses. I know the NICU had less then 10% vaccinated. I don't...
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    Young nurses

    Daisy_08 replied to pumasoccer_89's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think you just have to prove yourself. People will respect me as an authority when I do things worthy of respect like providing quality care and good information. I doesn't mean I don't get asked if...
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    Ontario nurse moved to Montreal

    Daisy_08 replied to Homa84's topic in Canada

    Good luck, maybe private
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    RPN to RN upgrade but with a gpa of 2.7 (Just need some advice)

    Daisy_08 replied to kingstongirl17's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    OP - With that GPA and failed courses I honestly don't think you have a chance. However, if you get a job, experaince may be considered. As well many hospitals have agreements with some schools for...
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    Patient Right to Know

    Daisy_08 replied to SuperRN_1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I have had a pt where they did not know they were dying as per POA. Similar demographics to your case. We respected the POAs wishes....it had already been decided when she was admitted so I'm not sure...
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    What is your best experience in nursing?

    Daisy_08 replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Nurses Rock

    I work in palliative. First time I got mentioned in a pts obit. Families don't always know how/think of saying thank you when their loved one is dying. It is just nice to know you are doing your job...
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    Continuous Bladder irrigation

    Daisy_08 replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    Can;t say I have ever calculated a drip rate for a CBI....some managers should not be allowed
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    Sitting down in patient rooms.

    Daisy_08 replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I try. It doesn't happen with every pt every day, however even just 30 seconds sitting on an arm rest shows that I care. On another note, - those rooms where the floor looks like a better place to sit...
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    help with decision: resource pool or the current floor

    Daisy_08 replied to treeye's topic in Nursing Career

    I think I would take the float. Even if it is just for a while, you'll have great experiences and get an inside look at other floors and can decide if you want to work there full time eventually. The...