BrewerRN

BrewerRN

Pediatrics, Lactation, Case Management

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  1. Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    BrewerRN replied to freesia29's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I knew that changes were coming, I just was not sure what they would include. You can find the pathways on http://americas.iblce.org/. BTW, proudmommy, there really is no "fast and easy" way to...

  2. Not a real nurse?

    BrewerRN replied to Iris34's topic in Psychiatric

    If it makes you feel any better...I get the same thing because I choose to be a public health nurse. I have been in nursing for almost 19 years and I have put my time in on nights, weekends, holidays,...

  3. undeserved promotion?

    BrewerRN replied to rn865's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure I even understand why a LVN is your manager since per your state BON she can not supervise you. Anyway, I would not worry about it. It's business, not personal and the promotion is not...

  4. Lamaze/Childbirth Educator Certification

    BrewerRN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am interested in obtaining my childbirth educator certification and I am currently enrolled in a 2 day Lamaze course in May. I was wondering how the exam was and if anyone had any tips on the exam?...

  5. HIPPA Training!

    BrewerRN replied to Mrs. Sparkle Pants's topic in General Nursing

    LOL...We had a similar training. On our we even had the name Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act written out in bold and then beside it in bold text as well... (HIPPA). I kept my mouth...

  6. How many.....???

    BrewerRN replied to JusBeinANur's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated through Excelsior. It was difficult, but I made time to study. I did not have a negetative experience and I passed my NCLEX-RN with 75 the 1st time! Online was my only option. I needed to...

  7. Am I the only one?!!

    BrewerRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok, I know this is probably a "meany" post, but here it goes... I am so irritated with the whimpy, whiney, "sickly" people. Why does it seem that NO ONE can suck it up and come on in to work? Come...

  8. Am I the only one?!!

    BrewerRN replied to BrewerRN's topic in General Nursing

    What's even more irritating, I unfortunately for myself, I let it be known that I did not ever want to be a supervisor, so the powers that be that it would be a great thing to promote me a supervisory...

  9. Am I the only one?!!

    BrewerRN replied to BrewerRN's topic in General Nursing

    You are right about all generations. One of the 2 I was eluding to in my earlier post is several years older than me and is one of the worst offenders. Sometimes I think she uses her age as an

  10. County Health Department Interview***

    BrewerRN replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Public, Community Health

    Well, it depends on what type. I was hired as CSC (Child Services Coordinator). So, my job was to ensure my parents/guardians were compliant with any meds, appointments, etc. I also would make sure...

  11. County Health Department Interview***

    BrewerRN replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Public, Community Health

    I have been a PHN II for almost 4 years now and LOVED IT! The job descrpition and duties will be different of course for each position. I started out in case managment (highly recommend) and now I am...

  12. Care coordinator vs Case Management

    BrewerRN replied to noelia23RN's topic in Case Management

    A care coordinator you will be working with a population on specific disease processes, ie, people with HTN, diabetes, COPD whereas a case manager is working with a specific person helping them with...

  13. LPN considering EC? Q's on cost,former students pls help!!

    BrewerRN replied to j464335's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I LOVED their program. I graduated in December 2003; LPN to RN. Cost was around $3000 to $4000, if I remember correctly. I had no problem with transferring in any classes from other colleges. The only...

  14. Tips on breaking into case management nursing from L&D do I stand a chance?

    BrewerRN replied to LDRNMOMMY's topic in Case Management

    I work for a health department and LOVE case management. We have nurses that do MCC (Maternity Care Coordinator) and CSC (Child Service Coordinator) and the Healthy Beginnings. All of which have...

  15. LPN to RN nurses

    BrewerRN replied to agldragonRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Absolutely! I encountered to the same problem, so I changed jobs. I do public health now. LOVE IT!!! ) In our state, only RN's are qualified to work in public health. I am not slagging on LPN's. I was...

  16. Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    BrewerRN replied to freesia29's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The exam is only offered once a year; the last week in July. It is an 8 hour exam that is pencil and paper. It does not have title protection, but some states offer a registeration which helps weed...

  17. Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    BrewerRN replied to freesia29's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Me, too. They are changing the criteria for the next exam qualifications to make it a little more challenging than the 1000 hours and 45

  18. Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    BrewerRN replied to freesia29's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just a little FYI, the requirements for sitting for the IBCLE will be changing this year. Good Luck. For the OP, any experience is

  19. What does your username mean?

    BrewerRN replied to LifesAJourney's topic in Nursing Humor

    Last name: Brewer and big shocker... I am an RN. Not very creative I know. It was a long day when I had to pick my username!

  20. Plastic or Reconstructive Surgery Nursing

    BrewerRN replied to umslalum's topic in Nursing Career

    Most of your certifications require that you work in that particular field for at least 2 years to become eligible to take the exam. Try this link and you should be able to find a path to...

  21. Is that even legal?

    BrewerRN replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    Right, but I am sure that the reason for not hiring would not be because of looks. You would never be able to prove that was the reason. The Dr. could claim another applicate was a better fit or...

  22. Outraged by no more privacy

    BrewerRN replied to inquiringaide's topic in General Nursing

    NC has also required fingerprinting for nurse licensure. I had to do it in the early '90's for my LPN and later for my RN. Guess, it won't be too easy for me to shoplift! ) Funny thing is, though, I...

  23. Is that even legal?

    BrewerRN replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, it is legal. It's the Dr.'s private practice. He can hire who he wants. I made the mistake of working for a plastic surgeon (pre/post-op surgical nurse). I was told by the surgeon that...

  24. CCM vs. ACM

    BrewerRN replied to BrewerRN's topic in Case Management

    bump.

  25. How much does money influence where you go....or stay

    BrewerRN replied to evolvingrn's topic in General Nursing

    I love my current job and chose to take it even though it was about $12,000 less per year than what I was making. Money can't buy happiness. Less stress, better work environment...worth