cayenne06 MSN, CNM

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    Any disadvantages to WGU? Considering the program

    cayenne06 replied to vladi50's topic in Western Governors University

    I loved my experience with WGU while I was getting my BSN. The only drawback is the stupid 3.0 GPA. I wish they would just list it as "pass/fail." I had a 3.97 GPA out of nursing school and definitely...
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    WGU MSN in 6 months

    cayenne06 replied to bsnwnab's topic in Western Governors University

    I agree. It is possible, but not necessarily probably. I completed my BSN through WGU in less than 2 months (which is kind of embarrassing, honestly). I hope to complete my MSN in one term, but am...
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    Mothers/ Expecting Mothers while attending school

    cayenne06 replied to HisTiming's topic in General Students

    I had my first child in my second year of midwifery school (CPM, not CNM) and my second just a week after receiving my LM license. Midwifery school means multiple days of clinical a week, 12 hour...
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    Bedside... Really?

    cayenne06 replied to Jennie.K's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I disagree strongly. Being a CNM is a totally different role than being an L&D nurse. I am a CPM, and I LOVE taking care of women in that role, but I really, really do not like being a bedside...
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    They pay what???

    cayenne06 replied to studentnurserachel's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I am trying to get my foot in the door as an assistant instructor at our local community college, and the wages range from 30-50/hour depending on the exact position. Granted, this is a course that is...
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    tips anyone?

    cayenne06 replied to nurse4newlife's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I disagree about housing costs- I am in Western Ma and it is very affordable here. I recommend looking around the Springfield area- Baystate and Mercy have decent L&D units. Northampton has a...
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    What is the point of becoming a nurse?!

    cayenne06 replied to newRN121's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, I have to agree with britney705 that there are TONS of jobs for new grads out there. They just aren't in the ICU or the ED, or even necessarily in the hospital, like most new grad RNs seem to...
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    Western Massachusetts Hospital?

    cayenne06 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Has anyone worked there? It is a state run, chronic care hospital. I just got offered a job there and I am SUPER excited. I was actually offered two jobs today, but I really want to work at Western...
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    Finished my MSN this morning - ask me anything!

    cayenne06 replied to meanmaryjean's topic in Western Governors University

    Hey, looks like we will be classmates! I am starting the same program on Sept 1st. I did my BSN through WGU
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    having a bad night!

    cayenne06 posted a topic in Private Duty

    Argh. I missed two nights of work last week due to a short hospital stay, and tonight is my first night back. It is going horribly! The highlights: - Dislodged pt's g/t. entirely my fault because I...
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    How to handle this situation (requesting time off)?

    cayenne06 replied to Ted D's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe you will get very sick all of a sudden next weeK? just kidding (well, kind of), but I honestly think you are stuck between a rock and a hard place with this one. IMO honesty is your best policy....
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    Are you a nurse with "alternative" spiritual beliefs?

    cayenne06 replied to GadgetRN71's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    EXACTLY. My religion/spirituality is beside the point. I am in the process of converting from paganism to Reform Judaism, and I don't think any of my patients know, unless they caught me...
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    Starting Salary [new grad]?

    cayenne06 replied to clandestine-approach's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Western Mass, pediatric home care. Hired as an ADN new grad for 30.75/hour doing overnight private duty. No benefits. I was also offered 28.50 at a local hospital (per diem) , 26/hour at a nursing...
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    G tube wont flush but dont think its clogged?

    cayenne06 replied to asr10 user's topic in General Nursing

    how old is the peg? It could easily be clogged by formula if it is not flushed regularly. Also I am assuming this kid gets meds via gt as well- a lot of meds are VERY cloggy. Agree that you should not...
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    interesting article

    cayenne06 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thought you ladies would enjoy this!
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    She got fired...

    cayenne06 replied to StL_Momma27's topic in General Nursing

    Seriously, I hope she didn't really try and suture someone's vein. I am trained and qualified to suture and did it frequently in my old job (as a licensed midwife). However, now that I am practicing...
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    Almost done with my RN-BSN from WGU!!

    cayenne06 replied to cayenne06's topic in Western Governors University

    I still have a house down there, so it isn't a problem. I just went down for a week (got back yesterday!!), finished all my hours and turned in my paper.
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    Post-Master's FNP versus Med School

    cayenne06 replied to HealthyRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Why not?!? studentdrtobe, I am a mother of two young children, one who has ataxia telangiectasia. I imagine when I am 50, if I decide I want to go back to school, that it will be darn easier than it...
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    Take it early and often??

    cayenne06 replied to Autymn's topic in General Students

    All I can say is that the NLN-PAX is incredibly, incredibly easy. At least that was my experience. Pick up the study guide and figure out how comfortable you are with the material. If you feel good...
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    Post-Master's FNP versus Med School

    cayenne06 replied to HealthyRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I struggled with this choice as well. I am 29 and have two kids, and ultimately decided to do APN, and maybe go back to medical school when I am 50 or so. You are still so young; if you really want...
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    When calling in are you asked "what's wrong with you"

    cayenne06 replied to squatmunkie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    That is horrible. I spend a lot of time in peds onc with my daughter, and it makes me sick to think that management is forcing sick nurses to work, when it is MY KID that could suffer as a result....
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    Where to live in Amherst?

    cayenne06 replied to annturn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I live in Florence, and I absolutely adore it. Not walking distance to AMherst UMASS, but you are away from the student hustle of downtown noho but close enough to enjoy the culture. Can't say enough...
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    A day in the life..."birth sitting"

    cayenne06 replied to Vannablack's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am a DEM/CPM (former Florida LM). It's a great job, but the pay is abysmal and the lifestyle is rough. Most DEMs are self employed. Many are solo practitioners and as such are on call 24/7. I loved...
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    Ethical Dilemma

    cayenne06 replied to mglick's topic in General Nursing

    What is your opinion on this? It sounds like a homework assignment and I think you will get more discussion if you start the ball rolling
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    WGU RN-BSN 10/01/11 start...anyone with me?

    cayenne06 replied to RN2MSNasap's topic in Western Governors University

    double