SquishyRN

SquishyRN BSN, RN

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  1. LTC Proper Assessment Skills

    SquishyRN replied to souleater11's topic in Geriatric, LTC

  2. Lvn to bsn frustration!

    SquishyRN replied to jamie2110's topic in LPN to RN

    I know Azusa Pacific's LVN to BSN program is designed for working nurses and they have multiple campuses. Maybe you can call them to ask for specifics concerning how scheduling

  3. You Know You're A Nurse If...

    SquishyRN replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Had to resurrect this thread because I just had one of those "moments." You know you're a nurse when... You spend 2 minutes looking for the sharps container to throw away a disposable razor before you...

  4. Overtime dependent nurses

    SquishyRN replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't consider myself as overtime dependent, as I only base my budget off 6 shifts per pay period, but I have certainly gotten used to having overtime included as I'm regularly scheduled 7 shifts...

  5. What to expect the first day...

    SquishyRN replied to graysunday's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If it's your first day of orientation, most likely your preceptor will just have you follow them around like in clinicals. Every preceptor is different, but given you're a new grad, most people...

  6. Did you work during your bridge program?

    SquishyRN replied to HippyDippyLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    I worked full-time (3 12s during night shift) during my bridge program. My grades suffered (mix of As, Bs, and Cs) and I didn't sleep every Friday for 3 months (clinical 0630 to 1530, work 1900 to...

  7. Mistakes to avoid in clinicals..

    SquishyRN replied to clarinets's topic in General Students

    Yes, yes, yes to everything everyone has said above. To add something of my own: Do not be obsessed with rote tasks. Yes, help with ADLs, answer call lights, take every opportunity you can get to...

  8. Working for FREE!!!!???

    SquishyRN replied to Candogal's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Not every work environment is the same. Even your wizards wouldn't have finished on time at one place I worked. I've always been good with my time management and don't chit chat and socialize at work....

  9. Macbook Air vs Macbook Pro

    SquishyRN replied to mmcc01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have an Air and it got me through nursing school just fine. I don't even own another computer, like a desktop, to use as a primary. I'm not tech savvy in any sense and all I use a computer for is...

  10. How soon to prepare for NCLEX?

    SquishyRN replied to Mandy0728's topic in General Students

  11. My patient had HIV and the flu but wore mask incorrectly

    SquishyRN replied to ssoxford's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I was wondering that too... I've been trying to get a mental image Those things are pretty big... I can understand how an N95 might not be snug if the OP was not properly fitted, but how would it not...

  12. first job working dayshift?

    SquishyRN replied to carefulcare's topic in Nursing Career

    It depends on the culture/policies of the unit/facility. Some places put new grads on nights because it is a slower pace and allows new grads to absorb information better or because days are highly...

  13. Transfering to CSU Nursing Programs help!!

    SquishyRN replied to jisoo's topic in California Nursing

    Look at the list provided by CSULA specifically because that is the school you are trying to get into. Every school has different pre-reqs. EDIT: You will not get rejected simply because you've...

  14. More Use of LPNs In Acute Care Settings

    SquishyRN replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Unless ADNs and BSNs are no longer taking the same NCLEX for licensure, there should be no reason the degree should determine one RN being under another at the bedside. That is why two levels of...

  15. Regionally Accredited LVN Schools

    SquishyRN replied to Ariel09's topic in California Nursing

    I went to an adult school and it was WASC accredited and did not require pre-reqs. I chose to go the LVN route first specifically because I didn't need pre-reqs yet. I took my nursing pre-reqs for RN...

  16. Does your lpn school go all day m-f?

    SquishyRN replied to northmississippi's topic in LPN, LVN Students

  17. Are there any legit at home jobs for LVNs??

    SquishyRN replied to Elleveein's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Insurance companies frequently hire LVNs/LPNs for case management. Usually to do telephonic case management, however, you'd need years of case management experience

  18. How is GPA calculated from multiple schools?

    SquishyRN posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    How is the cumulative/overall GPA usually calculated by admissions when dealing with multiple schools? I will have undergraduate coursework from 6 different institutions by the time I complete my BSN....

  19. How is GPA calculated from multiple schools?

    SquishyRN replied to SquishyRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Nevermind. I found a calculator. But I'll post a link in case anyone in the future wonders the same thing. GPA Calculator - Faculty & Staff Resources - Graduate School - Colorado State

  20. why are you going the LPN route?

    SquishyRN replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I went the LVN route first because I am a 2nd career nurse and did not have any pre-reqs completed before deciding to go into nursing. The LVN program I went to did not require pre-reqs, but is still...

  21. LTC employment possibilities for new RN?

    SquishyRN replied to RetSGT's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    They shouldn't. But some places just want a warm body with a license. This is among the many reasons why many new grads crash and burn and hate LTC. But not all LTCs are like that. A new grad would...

  22. Recent grads: How long did it take you to land a job?

    SquishyRN replied to Cynnie24's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    How long did it take you to land that elusive first job?: I work at the same place I worked as an LVN. When I was a new grad LVN I got hired as soon as I got my license for a PRN position in LTC only...

  23. Thoughts on designer resumes?

    SquishyRN replied to RunawayN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You know, I rarely see it that way elkpark... Most people I've seen have it listed as "RN, BSN" on their lab coats, business cards, etc. But since you mentioned it, I googled it, and alas there it is....

  24. Favoritism with working(or not working) holidays

    SquishyRN replied to sistrmoon's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My facility does block scheduling, so everyone knows exactly what days they are working, holidays or not. NO ONE (not even the favorites) is granted vacation during the holiday season, so if anyone...

  25. Fired...How will I get another job?

    SquishyRN replied to Apedro's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you ever seen a copy of a background check performed for employment purposes? What if the person you asked at the social security office has no idea what they're talking about? There are...