Intern67

Intern67

Member

  • Content

    357

  • Visitors

    5,165

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    7

All Content by Intern67

  1. How am I supposed to get in with these grades?

    Intern67 replied to kraam's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is really up to you. Can you provide some information on why your GPA is so low? The classes you are planning on taking are certainly not easier than the ones you have finished. You do have a...

  2. Attractive nurses in danger?!

    Intern67 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I find the exact same thing. Besides, in home health you are continually exposed to all sorts of stuff, why get it on your good clothes? I've seen a couple young home health RNs wearing the very tight...

  3. Need help! Best way to quit?

    Intern67 replied to Annymouse's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps some annoyance at mgmt for their unacceptable retention rate is in order? What is the use of selecting highly motivated people for training programs if you don't have something to keep them...

  4. Employee retention

    Intern67 replied to anticoagulationurse's topic in Home Health

    I think it really depends on the company you are working for. If they have good management, manage caseloads properly and work hard to keep well trained people on staff, you have good retention. The...

  5. HH and new car

    Intern67 replied to twokidsmom,rn's topic in Home Health

    You should also find out if your employer offers mileage

  6. Best HH GPS?

    Intern67 replied to twokidsmom,rn's topic in Home Health

    I bought a low end Garmin Nuvi 205w when I started as a home health aide. It is the basic model but it does precisely what I need it to do - get me from place to place. I used it all the time outside...

  7. "DON'T RUB THEIR LEGS!"

    Intern67 replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on the patient. I've seen and assisted PTs who are massaging lower extremeties during ROM on residents with contractures. I have never seen any RN or therapist perform leg massage for any...

  8. Is working during Nursing School a good idea?

    Intern67 replied to BtownRNHopeful12's topic in General Students

    No. In fact it is a horrible

  9. How do the kidneys and nephrons work?

    Intern67 replied to peachmouse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Sure, but I get the impression that too many students are trying to use them to replace the textbook. The learner sure gets a warm fuzzy, but not much

  10. Easiest accelerated BSN program to get into in Mass?

    Intern67 replied to Robi5's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    "Easiest accelerated BSN program to get into in Mass?" If I wanted to find the easiest nursing program to get into, I would look up NCLEX pass rates and class dropout rates. The program with the...

  11. Homework? How much in 1st year?

    Intern67 replied to JWnurse2b's topic in General Students

    Depends on a lot of factors: What is your current GPA? How much did you study previously? Do you want to do well or barely pass? How fast to you absorb information? As a rule of thumb, figure 15-20...

  12. HELP IN MN

    Intern67 replied to LJCNA's topic in LPN to RN

    c I am sorry this happened, but your story is a good cautionary tale: DO NOT go to schools like Rasmussen, Globe, ITT, ect, unless you absolutely plan on finishing there because your credits go...

  13. How do the kidneys and nephrons work?

    Intern67 replied to peachmouse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Exactly!! I was flabbergasted reading through the OP and responses. Google? Youtube?? Seriously? The instructor is there to give an overview, answer any questions and enhance the information you...

  14. Cna challenge lpn boards

    Intern67 replied to marineswife0809's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Yikes. Well, at the very least this thread should be very illuminating to the "RN vs LPN"

  15. Can nurses with MRSA work?

    Intern67 replied to JennieO's topic in General Nursing

    Of course! MRSA isn't going to spread itself for pete's

  16. Where's the difficulty?

    Intern67 replied to Poi Dog's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    One Sunday, the LTC TCU floor I worked on was completely out of plastic bags and gloves. Nurses were picking gloves off the housekeeping carts. Yes, the ones who clean the toilets, don't wash their...

  17. Good grades or CNA experience more important when applying for jobs?

    Intern67 replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

    Unless of course there is a very tight job market with employers flooded with resumes. But, hey, everyone knows THAT never happens in nursing! Both grades and experience matter. Do the best you...

  18. Gay Nurses... help!

    Intern67 replied to quakerkid's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I find that many patients and coworkers assume I am gay. I am 43, single, male, no kids, never married - and straight. I answer personal questions honestly and appropriately while keeping the focus on...

  19. male nurse haircut rules

    Intern67 replied to albert6jed's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I agree and would add one more: The USA is not a democracy, it is a representative republic. Please also note that newcomers to this country are by no means alone in misunderstanding this. With...

  20. At what age did you decide on nursing?

    Intern67 replied to Wan2BRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The entire field is probably relieved I did NOT go into healthcare immediately after graduation. Seriously, I could not find my butt with both hands when I was 18. I decided to become a nurse at age...

  21. Pre nursing vs nursing which one is more difficult?

    Intern67 replied to European's topic in General Students

    I know, right? Some people. A Care Plan is the nurse's primary strategic document for providing any types of Care to any patient. You have to ask yourself the 4 Insctrutables: C - Care - Do I even...

  22. trouble with math

    Intern67 replied to MAmom81's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Finding a real live tutor or studying partner can be a lot of help too. The math required to get into and succeed during nursing school is not difficult. However, it is not a breeze for anyone no...

  23. Patient modesty concerns pertaining to surgery

    Intern67 replied to creinkent's topic in Operating Room

    If the shoe fits... It could be a value judgement based on reason and evidence more than it is on

  24. Pre nursing vs nursing which one is more difficult?

    Intern67 replied to European's topic in General Students

    Prerequisites are kindergarten compared to the nursing

  25. Have any males experienced what I am feeling now being in nursing school?

    Intern67 replied to lum917's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I am one of 7 guys in a class of 80, and have not experienced any of the singling out you mention. I have experienced some of the weird instruction deficiencies. Part of the problem is that many...