mmc51264 BSN, MSN, RN

orthopedic/trauma, Informatics, diabetes

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    Online College algebra 6 credits ?

    mmc51264 replied to scshisler's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    the only math class that I had that was over 3 credits was calculus I @ 5 semester credits. That was not
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    When did this trend start??

    mmc51264 replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    I guess if it is tasteful... I did not however, see one masters mortarboard decorated. hmm. Also, what is up with wearing them like they are a beanie?? They are supposed lay flat on your head. I...
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    When did this trend start??

    mmc51264 replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    yes, but to put "i busted mine to save yours" on a mortar board is really unprofessional. Maybe it's just me, but graduation is a life changing event and it just seems to cheapen it. I saw one hat...
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    Are you a new informatics nurse?

    mmc51264 replied to InformaticsRN.MA's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I just applied to an MSN program in Informatics. First I have to get in...
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    Tips for better time management?

    mmc51264 replied to Johnny654's topic in First Year After Licensure

    See if there is a "work list" tab somewhere. We have an Epic version and I can do a work list my pt or by time. It helps me stay on task, especially when those unexpected things
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    Help! What to wear

    mmc51264 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just realized I have no idea what to wear for pinning ceremony. For my ADN, we were pinned at graduation and had cap and gown. For my BSN, we are having a separate pinning ceremony tomorrow morning...
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    What is a day in the life of an Orthopedic Nurse?

    mmc51264 replied to sharapatan's topic in Orthopedic

    We remove Foleys POD 1 in most cases. PT sees them POD 0. I just found out we are merging with ortho spine neuro. A little nervous about
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    Physical Therapy Aide now in Nursing School

    mmc51264 replied to Wrestler133's topic in Orthopedic

    Absolutely!! I worked in a rehab unit and it definitely helped me get my job as I had experience with hip/knee joint replacement
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    Bedpan? Why not a Poise pad?

    mmc51264 replied to TryVeganToday's topic in General Nursing

    We just had a discussion about the female urinal. Our ED has them, but we don't seem to have access to them I work on ortho so it is always an issues. we try to do the best we can with the bedpans....
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    Evolving practice of nursing

    mmc51264 replied to jloyloe's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I had that same question when I was getting my BSN. I have no idea where any of those places exist. I think just in textbooks. Sorry I can't help as I have never personally known of an actual place...
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    Physical Therapy Aide now in Nursing School

    mmc51264 replied to Wrestler133's topic in Orthopedic

    It would help you tremendously. I have learned so much from our OT/PT people. It is essential that, as a nurse, you understand precautions and body mechanics. Come be an ortho
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    What's to complain about?

    mmc51264 replied to guest449786's topic in General Nursing

    I am 50. I am fitter than many of the nurses half my age. You make sound like the day you turn 45, you are some crippled decrepit person. It is amazing how the perception of what "old" is changes as...
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    how to go about calling HR regarding an application

    mmc51264 replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    I had an interview and heard nothing for 2 weeks. I knew that I had nailed the interview and the manager wanted me. I was getting very discouraged. I called. the recruiter that was handling my case...
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    Being both a nurse and chiropractor

    mmc51264 replied to kansasdc's topic in Orthopedic

    I love the idea, could you work as an APN in physiatry? I went to a physiatrist and all they wanted to do was stick needles in my back. I had a DO that did manipulations and he was great, so great...
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    Every other weekend & holidays??

    mmc51264 replied to LuciaRN2b's topic in General Nursing

    We have a system where everyone swaps holidays every other year, no matter how long you've been there. Even management has to rotate b/c someone has to be on call. I know that I will be working...
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    nurse residency

    mmc51264 replied to deepa37's topic in General Nursing

    I did a nurse residency. Some it is fluff, a lot of what I had was hospital specific about different things, like skin policy, corporate attitudes and vision and what that looks like in practice. The...
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    which MSN to finish?

    mmc51264 replied to BirkieGirl's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I was looking at the NE. I already have a Masters in Teaching and it does not qualify me to teach. I could do a CNE certificate, but where I live, most want an MSN to teach at the comm college level....
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    Orientation, Time Management & Brain Sheets

    mmc51264 replied to FinallyRNStatus's topic in General Nursing

    I use a brain sheet for shift report and important needs for my shift. I am not sure what EMR you use, but ours has a work list tab that will tell me what is due each hour. I can do it by individual...
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    Patients allowed to go outside and smoke???

    mmc51264 replied to JackiRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    ours leave the floor to "go to the gift shop" and come back reeking of smoke. The ones that are a real pain are the ones that want you to disconnect their PCA so they can leave. I won't do it, some...
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    SHORTAGE OF NURSES

    mmc51264 replied to shermainenevels's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    we are short staffed most of the time, not b/c there are not enough nurses available to hire, but because they won't hire
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    Haldol IV?

    mmc51264 replied to RelleyRN's topic in Patient Medications

    We give it IV all the time when pts are violent and a danger to themselves or us. We are an intermediate floor. Ours is usually ordered 0.5 mg Q6H prn. We use more ativan than haldol, but it is not...
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    New Grad Interview Question - Med/Surg

    mmc51264 replied to breezy7's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think they care where you did your practicum. Were you a good nurse? Did you develop critical thinking skills? Time management? I don't think it is at all odd to look for a job that is...
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    How far do you drive to work?

    mmc51264 replied to pittnurse24's topic in General Nursing

    I live 43 miles from my job, which translates to about an hour from door to parking lot to clocking in. Night shifts were very hard to drive home after. Day shift, not a problem. To me it is worth it...
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    The future of healthcare - technology or human?

    mmc51264 replied to guest 6/6/15's topic in General Nursing

    My personal experience with personal health technology has to do with Type 1 diabetes management. My son was dx at 2 years (he is 11 now). We went from 8-10 (on a good day) finger sticks-remember-he...
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    question about age

    mmc51264 replied to nursepenelope's topic in General Nursing

    My first job was rehab in a ltc that gave me experience enough to get a job at an acute care facility. I was 47 when I graduated; 48 when I got my hospital