Stcroix ASN, PhD, RN

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    Teaching as a new grad?

    Stcroix replied to bankssarn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've had some wonderful clinical teachers. Just to make a point, I would mention that I have had some horrible ones who had 20+ years experience also. One in particular had been retired so long that...
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    Alert,oriented LTC patients who refuse routine nightly insulin?

    Stcroix replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I like to tell them a third party story. "I know getting insulin shots is a pain. Other patients have refused them too. The thing is, I've seen patients who didn't control their blood sugar and...
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    Casting Nurses for the Walking Dead

    Stcroix replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I am proud to say I don't have a stinking idea of what you are talking about.
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    Nursing Dx: Senioritis r/t .....lethargy

    Stcroix replied to Juryizout's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Jury, ditto. I was an enthusiastic student, but my get up and go got up and left. I just need to make it to the finish
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    Is it easier to get a job if you already work in hospital?

    Stcroix replied to GodIs082010's topic in General Students

    Increases your chances dramatically, assuming they like your work. You are a 'bird in the hand' and not a faceless name in a stack of
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    Question about A&P

    Stcroix replied to jennaroo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, I think you are over-thinking it. In my experience 50% do not fail A&P, and if you do, you can forget nursing school. You should shoot for an 'A' as in all your prereqs as it is very...
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    Disgusted - wipes for bathing

    Stcroix replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    I was told a package of wipes is cheaper than a washcloth, soap, and two towels. I guess we know where they are coming from. The linen cart in the clean room has a sign that says something like "A...
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    What is it with nurses and cell phones? Just a vent.

    Stcroix replied to fakebee's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I had a woman working for me back before cell phones were around. She had a rule for her kids: "Don't call me at work unless flames or blood are involved". I think this rule works quite well today....
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    New Grad applicant walked on a unit today...

    Stcroix replied to BotoxBaby's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Op, I don't think you were rude. I did just what you did and maybe I caught the Manager at a good moment, but I was well received. I asked for 2 minutes and ended up getting an interview and shortly...
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    "working" when you're off...

    Stcroix replied to blamejoe's topic in General Nursing

    Caller
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    Smoking and the Nursing Student

    Stcroix replied to RainbowDash's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    OP, I smoked like a chimney, a serious addict. You ask what helped to quit, for me it was having my kids. I decided that I didn't want to have them smoke my cigarettes or be exposed to the habit....
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    First day of Nursing School..

    Stcroix replied to dsf43's topic in General Students

    OP, I am going into my last semester and have only lost a smidgen of my enthusiasm. I can't believe how much I have learned and grown. My excitement has changed over time as it heads toward the first...
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    How bad is year 2 compared to year 1?

    Stcroix replied to Studentintx's topic in General Students

    2nd year is slightly more difficult than the first, but as you say you are up to speed. The volume of material is a bit more, but you have a good basis upon which to learn it. The other issue,...
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    Calling the Nurse Manager...what are your opinions?

    Stcroix replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in General Nursing

    Personally, I would take a copy of the letter and resume and go to the hospital, ask around and find her office, knock on the door and...."Hello, I am whitey fisk. I don't want to take up much of...
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    Nursing student weight

    Stcroix replied to Tinkx RN's topic in General Students

    Did you ever notice that all nursing classroom buildings have an extra large supply of vending machines? Talk about taking advantage of a 'captive audience'! Meanwhile we are studying all the...
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    Are C's really the new A's in nursing school?

    Stcroix replied to nursingstudent2458's topic in General Students

    Remember that the "C" you get in nursing school reflects your understanding of the subject. Do you think a "C" student or an "A" student has an easier time passing the NCLEX? Yes, "A"s are doable...
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    How would deal with these type of CNAs?

    Stcroix replied to Born_2BRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm all for giving anyone the benefit of the doubt, but there are some that never will get it. Lazy all the way through. Those are the ones who burn my cookies. I guess the good side of it is that...
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    Entering final semester of Nursing School

    Stcroix replied to asunshine79's topic in General Students

    OP, my thoughts exactly. I think this is 100% normal a feeling to have right now. Closing one chapter, opening another, that kind of thing, ya know. I have wondered about the whole forgetting...
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    When do you find time to work out?

    Stcroix replied to emcadams's topic in General Students

    Recumbent bike whenever I am studying. Works out great, time goes by fast
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    Students- would having a 'big brother/ sister' be of any use to you?

    Stcroix posted a topic in General Students

    Hi guys, I am a student going into my last semester. I have been thinking that it would have been helpful if I had a senior classman to ask questions of while I was going through the program. You...
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    Students- would having a 'big brother/ sister' be of any use to you?

    Stcroix replied to Stcroix's topic in General Students

    Thanks everyone, keep em coming. I like the mentor idea too, although I have my doubts my school would go for
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    8th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    Stcroix replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Yes, your proctologist's name is Dr. Freeze, so
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    CNAs "making up" vitals.

    Stcroix replied to ctmed's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I know I am but a mere student, but how do these people keep their jobs? I have seen techs who were next to useless and even a bit nasty on occasions and they never get fired. The hospital isn't...
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    Nursing school at age 50

    Stcroix replied to maddy50's topic in General Students

    I feel strong and healthy. I am going into my last semester in nursing school. I have been volunteering at a hospital since I started school. The nurse manager on the floor I am interested in has...
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    Can volunteer exp. take the place as work experience ?

    Stcroix replied to FutureNurseShammie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Direct work experience is definitely the best. If not practical for you, volunteer in a hospital where you hope to work and get noticed. I volunteered in transportation while in nursing school,...