bell1962

bell1962

family practice and school nursing

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  1. Few questions.

    bell1962 replied to StL_Momma27's topic in General Nursing

    Nurse for 30 yrs. Became one at age 22. I have 3 daughters (26,23, and 19). I was finished with nursing school and had a job before I got married and had kids. I know people do go to school while...

  2. I never, ever went to ER when I was a kid

    bell1962 replied to Emergent's topic in Emergency

    51 years old... NEVER been to the ER for myself... as child hardly ever even went to the doctor. Once when I was 5 for pneumonia then not again until my college physical. Out of 3 kids we went to...

  3. Head Lice Angst

    bell1962 replied to Ilovegiraffes's topic in School

    Never used or recommended a company but I can see where there could be a need, especially in families where the issue recurs.. and recurs... and

  4. Nicotine & Work

    bell1962 replied to applesxoranges's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I am not a smoker and never have been, however if people want to smoke on their own time , away from the hospital, they should have every right to do so! This is America and nicotine is legal....

  5. Who administers insulin

    bell1962 replied to Vtachy1's topic in School

    NYS has a statewide student health website that has all the information you will ever need about school nursing and laws. I din't know if other states have a similar

  6. Who administers insulin

    bell1962 replied to Vtachy1's topic in School

    In NYS only nurses are able to administer any meds to children (except for epipens and glucagon). The school district is required by law to make the necessary arrangements to be sure a nurse is...

  7. No opinions please just facts

    bell1962 replied to wheresmyrights's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    While I totally agree that "pot" and nursing due not mix and I agree with everything Esme wrote, I have to say I have been employed as an RN for 30 yrs and have never been drug tested! I have never...

  8. ughhh... Hail all the floor nurses

    bell1962 replied to nichefinder's topic in General Nursing

    I did not like floor nursing. I did love the drs office (primary care) and now like school nursing

  9. Kids Say the Darndest Things...

    bell1962 replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Pediatric

    I work in a special needs school and we have many emotionally disturbed kids. picture this... a very cute 5 yr old walking in the hall holding a blanket and sucking his thumb. I say good morning...

  10. Nursing Nightmares

    bell1962 replied to 0.adamantite's topic in General Nursing

    I am really in the minority. I've been a nurse for over 30 yrs and can count on one hand the number of times I've dreamed about work.I don't think much about work when I leave either. I don't know why...

  11. Do you get recognized at Christmas with a special card or gift...?

    bell1962 replied to Nurse ABC's topic in School

    Nope. Turnover here is very great. The few people I used to be "friends" with no longer work here. The boss does nothing special for us. Everyone is extremely busy and there is no time for the little...

  12. The Commuter(s), Any and All RN's What's the real deal?

    bell1962 replied to cee cee g's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Mine was a paper and fill in the blanks too, but I think it was just one day.Hard to remember 30 yrs ago but I did pass the 1st time and it was a long wait to find

  13. PRAY 4 ME NURSES

    bell1962 replied to STRAWBERRI's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    will

  14. School Nurses: Who Works a Second Job?

    bell1962 replied to uthscsa2011's topic in School

    Not right now, but thinking I may have to soon. My husband was laid off and had to take a much lower paying job...kids in

  15. Anyone know of any Associates programs here that don't require pre-requisites

    bell1962 replied to nursefan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did an associate's program, all inclusive, and graduated in 2 yrs. I passed what used to be called " nursing boards" on my 1 st attempt. Granted that was 30 yrs ago and alot has

  16. How to become a school nurse

    bell1962 replied to rebenigno's topic in School

    I subbed a little also before I was hired to get a feel for the job. The best parts are the kids, most of the time anyway. The schedule is great but as others have said the pay

  17. First semester nursing student - Mixed feelings after practicum

    bell1962 replied to Burno's topic in General Students

    I hated my 1st clinical... nursing home... that smell "urine mixed with cleaner"... took me a while to get over. 30 years later I'm still here. Give it more

  18. Clinic (Doctor's Office) Nurse vs. Hospital Nurse

    bell1962 replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in Nursing Career

    Nope. Worked in hospitals for 2 yrs, primary care drs office for 15 yrs, and as a school nurse for 12 yrs. All 3 positions requre nursing skills , different ones at times, but still nursing skills....

  19. Grossed Out!

    bell1962 replied to TBeee's topic in School

    Don't feel bad. Scabies are hard to recognize. They usually do resolve with treatment. I've seen a few cases in my time as a school nurse. Despite the gross factor, it isn't usually a big deal....

  20. if you could do it over again....

    bell1962 replied to abiggie's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. sounds very

  21. if you could do it over again....

    bell1962 replied to abiggie's topic in General Nursing

    If you don't mind me asking... hat type of home business do you

  22. if you could do it over again....

    bell1962 replied to abiggie's topic in General Nursing

    If you don't mind me asking what type of home business do you

  23. How Do people find School Nurse positions?

    bell1962 replied to copeRN's topic in School

    I found my position in the classified ad in the local newspaper. I also know of nurses who have volunteered in schools,worked as a sub, get known, then when positions open they get them. I think alot...

  24. Amazing Sim Lab

    bell1962 replied to Esme12's topic in General Students

    We didn't practice much on each other... but we did go to nursing homes

  25. You want us to do what?!?

    bell1962 replied to SilenceintheLibrary's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I worked in an office the drs would treat us! We would pitch in for a gift.. usually something funny.. for