BrookeeLou_RN

BrookeeLou_RN

Home health was tops, 2nd was L&D

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  1. false reassurance

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to psu_213's topic in General Nursing

    What would you really want them to say? I used to listen to my patients fears more than say anything. Of course it might actually be okay.. no one really knows. As a patient I would not want a nurse...

  2. Did you get enough phlebotomy experience in your ADN program?

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Nursing

    My community college we got nothing, never even a discussion or fake arm. My first job was L&D in teaching hospital so nurse got nothing never expected to do this at all. I taught myself when I...

  3. Orientation not up to par

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Black Jade's topic in General Nursing

    Did they give you a contact person to work with? I would explain to manager that you have not done.a, b, c on th checklist and see if you can get to see it done. As PRN you will not get an orientation...

  4. BSN Homework help

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to RedHeadNurse85's topic in General Nursing

    I questioned that also on another thread and was promptly told they are regionally accredited now.. Maybe you should call to

  5. RN-MSN program at Aspen University

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Was this CCNC interview part of getting accreditation or was it in follow-up after getting it? Do you know approximately how many are in the program? How is who gets on this board determined? Thanks...

  6. Question for experienced nurses about dealing with problem co-workers.

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to aee1977's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Very good and dedicated nurses face this alienation all the time.. AS you do a good job this makes them feel guilty so they do not like you..One would think it would make them want to improve but it...

  7. Not always feeling challenged

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    First off I understand what you mean...I have felt that way in certain jobs but not HH. But I am RN and frankly get more variety in HH than you would as LPN.. due to Medicare rules with Oasis and...

  8. BSN Homework help

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to RedHeadNurse85's topic in General Nursing

    Call your mentor.. I was told they have interview forms with answers for those who can not find someone easily...I found nurses but was told I was sweating the small stuff too much with that...

  9. Job application question, LTAC/SNF/LTC?

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to LoveMyBugs's topic in General Nursing

    I would put yes the qualify with it is LTAC exp.. It is acute care only in an extended length of stay setting. It is not ICU though what I have seen it can be more intensive then some step down units,...

  10. RN-MSN program at Aspen University

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Do you know specific date Aspen started RN-MSN program? Any graduates yet? Do you know any one in the program longer than 2 classes?

  11. Why HH nurses quit

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Willow Moonsidhe's topic in Home Health

    Sorry but LTC is a nightmare now...I know HH is not what is was.. but some places it is the better option.. Good luck with

  12. Take-your-time RN-BSN program

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Cobweb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Looks like Aspen University RN-MSN program could fit your needs and actually get you a MSN! For less many then BSN....might be of interest.. other threads have quite a few recommendations. I did speak...

  13. Advanced Nursing degrees question...

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to CFitzRN's topic in General Nursing

    For info on schools.. go to Students forum and then under the distance learning link.. you might want to check out threads on Aspen University, CCNE, RN-MSN, very

  14. finally landed a job!!!!

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to yehboy's topic in General Nursing

    CONGRATS :yeah: and do not worry about what to learn.. you will learn it all soon enough.. relax and

  15. Planning to have a baby.. new nurse

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Meese.C's topic in General Nursing

    My opinion would be to pass NCLEX, get job then start working on family....not everyone can get pregnant exactly when they want so you can work and accrue time off while you are waiting and then while...

  16. For unemployed nurses, have you tried...

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Black Jade's topic in General Nursing

    I have been seriously looking since Jan for work, after caring for parents.(I get job alerts every day and have since Oct 2010. In the last month I have been contacted by headhunters more than ever...

  17. Aspen University

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    They specifically told me they waive any requirement as long as you have Assoc in Nursing!! and need 3.0 GPA. I have plenty of credits just not in some of the specific they listed like art or music.....

  18. Is it just me (perhaps), or does disrespect by an attending ruffle feathers?

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to MassED's topic in Emergency

    Glad OP got that out in the open.. he will never change until he messes up with one of the "BOYS" and gets put in his place!! We could pray for it to be sooner and not

  19. just a health question..

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to malicexmirage's topic in General Nursing

    ?? Maybe swallowing

  20. Aspen University

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I was told they assign GPA and having read thru their handbook it seems to refer to

  21. Aspen University

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No group projects, admissions on 1st and 16th of every month, very reasonable, CCNE, and very personable......my nurse radar is wondering if there is a shoe that is going to drop??? Really I am very...

  22. Not scared of the doctors

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to noyesno's topic in General Nursing

    That's weird.. My instructors way back in the day (before dirt) installed in us that Doctors are just people like us.. You should be respectful but should also receive respect. And that is the way I...

  23. Working as a software consultant RN

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to McGwillis's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, it is a fine job.. and I think it could easily be more of an asset that a detriment. Wish i could find something like

  24. Asking for references -- a little unusual

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Allons-y's topic in General Nursing

    My would be to approach in person for sure. I would mention I would be providing more specific timeline was I could determine one.. and she what she says.. then kinds go with the

  25. Why HH nurses quit

    BrookeeLou_RN replied to Willow Moonsidhe's topic in Home Health

    WE also have to get consent signed first but if not admitted to services, we have a form (Medicare has specific one) that patient would sign to acknowledge they will not receive services and no...