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    New facts learned while studying for NCLEX-PN...

    Baubo516 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just want to share this "WHOA!" moment that I just had. I am reviewing for the NCLEX-PN, using Lippincott's review book. This is the first time I have ever read a detailed description on where to...
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    whoa! had Orientation today!

    Baubo516 replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Only in nursing school do we get homework (reading) before the first day of class! My advice is to make sure you read some every single day, to keep up. You can do it! And definitely READ THE...
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    Do you have to take the whole course again if you don't use your CNA cert too long

    Baubo516 replied to hhealthai's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my state (Iowa), you have to work at least 8 hours in a year to keep up your certification. I think home health would count, as long as your job title was "CNA" or if they required you to be a CNA...
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    If you are a CNA and work the night shift, is it possible to have tons of free time

    Baubo516 replied to hhealthai's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work at a hospital as a CNA while I am in nursing school. I work on a Rehab/Skilled unit, and during an 8 hour overnight shift, I sometimes have about an hour of downtime where I can study. The...
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    Atheism in nursing

    Baubo516 replied to pugmom79's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I'm still in nursing school, and we talk a lot about respecting the patient's beliefs and doing things that are therapeutic for the patient. In a way, I think of it like customer service - I am not...
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    Crying babies

    Baubo516 replied to HyperSaurus, RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Because of this quote, tonight I attempted to open a plastic laundry bag quietly, just as an experiment. It is harder than it
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    Don't know what to do

    Baubo516 replied to pseudo_name's topic in First Year After Licensure

    To the OP - any
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    Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    Baubo516 replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    One thing I am hearing loud and clear is that I will need extensive, specific training on vents before working with any patient that has one. This advice has been heard and noted! Also that nursing...
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    Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    Baubo516 replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    BuckyBadgerRN, I currently have 2 years experience as a CNA, not a nurse. I wasn't sure how to specify that on the site. Not trying to be misleading! Should I change it to zero? As there are...
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    How should I approach my coworker?

    Baubo516 replied to usetimewisely's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am not a nurse yet - still in school - but I work as a CNA on a Rehab/Skilled unit in hospital. First of all, congratulations on getting an ICU position as a new grad! That is awesome! I am sorry...
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    First job as a new grad!

    Baubo516 replied to butterflygirl55's topic in Nursing Career

    Just to be clear - I am not encouraging YOU to be rude! Remain respectful and professional and eventually people will start to reflect that back to you. Even if they don't, you will know that you...
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    First job as a new grad!

    Baubo516 replied to butterflygirl55's topic in Nursing Career

    I am not a nurse yet, but just completed LPN school and continuing for my RN. I work as an aide at a hospital. I used to work days, but now work evenings and nights, and I love the night shift! I...
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    Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    Baubo516 replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    mluvsgnc - Thanks for your reply! I do anticipate that dealing so closely with the family of the patient could be one of the most challenging aspects of a pediatric home care job. But I think I have...
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    Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    Baubo516 replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    smartnurse1982 - Thanks for your advice! The home care manager I spoke with told me there are two cases in my town, and one in a nearby town. We did not get into specifics about what type of care the...
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    Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    Baubo516 replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    SDALPN - I appreciate your concerns and your perspective. I will talk to my nursing instructors and some of my RN coworkers who work home health to find out about the law in my state. Of course, I...
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    Failed in RN school....but found my way with RT

    Baubo516 replied to zakrzem04's topic in General Students

    I had some classmates in nursing school who failed a class and have decided to go with Respiratory Therapy. I don't know what their long term goals are, but when I see them, they look happier and...
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    Linda Carter, Student Nurse

    Baubo516 replied to BrandonLPN's topic in Nursing Humor

    OK - I am working 3rd shift right now, and this one literally DID make me laugh out
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    The line that makes me want to hurt someone, aka 'That's not my job!'

    Baubo516 replied to uRNmyway's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    @BrandonLPN - the coworker I was talking to was another CNA...and he had already been looking at his cell phone for 5 minutes for lack of better things to do... I don't think he was offended by my...
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    The line that makes me want to hurt someone, aka 'That's not my job!'

    Baubo516 replied to uRNmyway's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree - I hate that phrase. I am in nursing school, working as a CNA, and one of my biggest pet peeves is CNA's and/or nurses who are sitting, chatting about something social, just waiting to see...
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    How many men in your cohort?

    Baubo516 replied to Caribbean Character's topic in Male Nursing Students

    @StudentManNurse - this reply made me laugh! What is a male nurse SUPPOSED to look like? The men I work with on my unit (3 nurses) are all very strong and "masculine" looking! LOL! It is quite...
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    How many men in your cohort?

    Baubo516 replied to Caribbean Character's topic in Male Nursing Students

    We started with 3 out of 36; now we are down to 2 out of
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    Don't know what to do

    Baubo516 replied to pseudo_name's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with weirdscience - stay on nights for now. You will continue to build your skills, but in a slower-paced environment and with more supportive coworkers. I hate to hurry, and for that reason...
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    Crying babies

    Baubo516 replied to HyperSaurus, RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I love this thread... so many helpful suggestions! I did not realize that the sucrose solution is called "sweet-ease." That totally makes sense! Our nursing instructors taught us about it, and we...
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    ED Orientation (a bit of a vent)

    Baubo516 replied to BrooklynRN11201's topic in Emergency

    The only suggestion I have for dealing with lazy coworkers is to lead by example. If you find things unstocked, stock them. If the trash is full, empty it. I am working as a CNA while in nursing...
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    Am I Too Old?

    Baubo516 replied to rdl48's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    mlopez19 - your story sounds so much like mine! I left teaching to pursue nursing at age 38, as well! I just completed the LPN year of a 2 year program. I will take LPN boards in Jan/Feb, and then...