MsbossyRN

MsbossyRN specializes in Flu clinics, Med/Surg, Acute Care.

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1. NLN Passing Score for Norfolk State University

   MsbossyRN replied to HoneyGamble's topic in Virginia Nursing

   NSU, good luck with the HU Va beach campus. I heard recently that one of their nursing programs was having troble cant remember which or even if it was true..

2. NLN Passing Score for Norfolk State University

   MsbossyRN replied to HoneyGamble's topic in Virginia Nursing

   I just wanted to say good luck. Make sure u study, not only what they give in class, but a lot of your own too. Also take a look at the current NCLEX pass rates. Also ask about the HESSI exit exam and...

3. NLN Passing Score for Norfolk State University

   MsbossyRN replied to HoneyGamble's topic in Virginia Nursing

   find another nursing program a.s.a.p....don't do

4. What is the maximum number of patients per nurse?

   MsbossyRN replied to Info(RN)matics's topic in Medical-Surgical

   7 acute care pts, nights with NO aide...happens very often NOC shift in

5. Questions involving Trach Care!!! HELP!!! CLEAN TECHNIQUE? WHAT?

   MsbossyRN replied to skittlebear's topic in General Nursing

   In nursing school I was taught to use sterile technique. At the hospital I work at we are to use clean technique

6. Have you ever worn scrubs off the job?

   MsbossyRN replied to Wanna_BA_Nurse's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

   lol I've gotten so used to wearing clean scrub tops over jeans to nursing school. That I still throw such things on when I'm running errands. To me scrub tops are comfy with some good jeans. As far my...

7. Electonic documentation,how much time does it take from the bedside?

   MsbossyRN replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

   Some places use great electronic systems. We are no allowed to double chart. If its checked off in one program, no need to put it somewhere else. Charting by exception helps too. I would rather chart...

8. What would you change about nursing?

   MsbossyRN replied to Tay245's topic in General Nursing

   1. Higher pay 2. Better staffing 3. "great patients" 4. Supportive

9. Subcutaneous SQ Injection in Buttocks?

   MsbossyRN replied to jdsp87's topic in General Nursing

   Not sure why that would be an issue, its sub Q. There is usually loads of fatty tissue in that area.

10. Warning: Stay away from...

    MsbossyRN replied to SDALPN's topic in General Nursing

    There is no way someone would be able to encourage me to re-use a needle, or push needless procedures on unsuspecting patients. I would be out the door so fast, before training was even up, and I'd...

11. What scrubs do you like best?

    MsbossyRN replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Koi, makes the most fashionable scrubs. I like feeling like I'm not wearing boring scrubs, or crazy cartoon

12. How does a new grad become a CCRN?

    MsbossyRN replied to Lululi's topic in General Nursing

    Do the flu shots. It gives you a job as an RN, and a reference if you are dependable and such. Also it can lead to networking into hospitals and to other jobs. I did not get any responses as a new...

13. can i be reported to the state?

    MsbossyRN replied to newbie9365's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    It usually stays in your system about 30 days. No you won't be reported you just will not get the job. You will more than likely get blacklisted if that hospital is part of a network under the same...

14. NEED HELP-Licensed RN (ASN) NJ, no experience and out of school going on 3 years...

    MsbossyRN replied to rainswhisper,RN's topic in Nursing Career

    Honestly I do not think employers look to highly at RNs or LPNs working as aides. There first thoughts are "Why has this person not worked or is not working as an RN". I still say apply everywhere...

15. Anyone take the HESI?

    MsbossyRN replied to geekgolightly's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Good luck dec 15. You were so close last time. Just go in thinking this time you will pass. Good