somedaypeds

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  2. "Have no fear, we're savin' lives up in here"

    "From the womb to the Tomb!" Look like an interesting site - thanks for
  3. 1 year out, no job. Throw in the towel?

    In my part of the country, the BON does not say you cannot work below your title (like as a CNA), but most places are not going to hire an RN to do CNA work. Hospitals in my area have policies against...
  4. In need of some comfort

    Also wishing you both the
  5. C=degree

    In my program - C does not equal nurse. Anything less than 80% is not
  6. Nurse's vent!

    Hugs.
  7. How to Determine Whether a LTC / SNF is Well Run

    Dear OP - the reason I don't want to work in LTC is due to not liking seeing the residents decline, then die. I also am not a big fan of warehousing the elderly. I much prefer Pediatrics. I have...
  8. Teacher wanting to become a nurse!

    Second Degree | Mount Carmel College of Nursing This is an example of the type of accelerated program that is designed for those with a bachelors degree. however, this one is not online. I searched...
  9. Teacher wanting to become a nurse!

    It is my understanding that the accelerated programs that are tailored for people with a bachelors degree or higher, are all online. Check out your local university, look for the nursing page and see...
  10. Dumb things new nurses do....

    I have been on break from school since before Thanksgiving. Today is my first day back to clinicals since before the break. This was a great thread to read today! Thanks
  11. I need help with a Care plan PLEASE!!!

    I would love to get a response from the OP that she received all of this excellent information that was posted. I wish I had all of this when I had to do my first care plan - and I will certainly save...
  12. She actually said it! Yay for my instructor!

    We had a person in my LPN class who was famous for asking stupid questions (yes, there is a such a thing) and for telling insane stories about all her family members who were the most diseased family...
  13. Considering a LPN Program - but have a few q's!

    I am an LPN who did a 14 month program. I graduated Dec. 2010. If you did an LPN program, what kind of job would you look for? LPN jobs in my area are limited to nursing homes and home health care....
  14. Parish Nursing being offered as elective course in nursing schools

    If you are reading this and would like a copy of my spiritual assessment paper, please send me a private message. I am uncomfortable posting
  15. Parish Nursing being offered as elective course in nursing schools

    After all, it's not about me, it's about the person I'm caring for, and I have to say that taking these courses really cemented that fact in my mind. Well said. This is what I got out of my...
  16. Parish Nursing being offered as elective course in nursing schools

    I know this was posted a few months ago - I hope you are still interested in a response. My school did not offer a class specifically for parish nursing, but on spirituality in nursing. It was...
  17. Becoming a Nurse After 40

    My husband was able to put this into perspective for me. When I was lamenting that I would be in my mid-40's when I completed my education, he said: You will be in your mid-40's whether you complete...
  18. My pediatric home care pt (baby) has a g/j. With history of aspiration, everything goes in the j (kid has a trach). We flush the J before and after meds and q 4 hrs. There is no order or mention to...
  19. Need help with cover letter and resume please!

    I think I would leave out "entry level". Just my
  20. Do you need an order to flush a G-tube?

    Thank you for all of your responses. The child used to have a bag to vent, but it was dc'd. I guess the doc should have said at that time whether or not to flush. (I did not accompany child to appt)....
  21. Involuntary Psych Ward Commitment

    I am pretty sure that I remember specific mental health questions on the application for the Board of Nursing - such as history of depression. I am not saying that this will prevent you from getting a...
  22. Lovely allnurses, please help me!!! (Long)

    I read your novel and I may not be the best person to respond, but so nobody else has yet, here is my 2 cents: 1. I thought a doula had to have a master's degree? 2. If this actually is an opportunity...
  23. Fostering bonding/unity amongst students

    I am halfway thru my LPN to ADN program after finals next week. We have a close knit group of professionals. It is nothing like the drama that I experienced during LPN school. Here are some little...
  24. Nursing Internship vs Experience

    I would jump at that chance! It is probably because I am not aware of anyone offering sign-on bonuses in my area, let alone an internship in the field of my choice! Sounds
  25. shorter time, bigger debt...smaller debt, longer time

    As an LPN who is currently in the middle of an ADN program and will advance to the BSN after that, I would recommend going strait for the BSN program. $30,000 does not seem like excessive debt for a 4...