Needsmorechocolate

Needsmorechocolate ASN

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  1. Leaving Nursing

    Needsmorechocolate posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I am thinking of leaving nursing but still need/want to work full time and would love to use my knowledge. Has anyone used a career counselor or found something they love and still make a decent...

  2. Leaving Nursing

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Needsmorechocolate's topic in Nursing Career

    Great questions! You made a valid point that I never thought about with respect to salary. To me decent is $80k >. I guess I need to think more about what I truly

  3. Bite Protection

    Needsmorechocolate posted a topic in School

    We have a new non-verbal elementary student with a history of biting staff members on the arms. We purchased Kevlar sleeves recently but have found out that they are not puncture proof. Does anyone...

  4. What supplies do you take during a fire drill?

    Needsmorechocolate posted a topic in School

    I was just wondering what supplies everyone normally takes with them during a fire drill. Sometimes I feel like I am taking everything but the refrigerator. Thanks everyone for your wisdom and...

  5. And they say School nursing isn't stressful...

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Supernrse01's topic in School

    I get so frustrated with parents sometimes! I hope this little guy is ok. Most importantly, I hope tommorrow is a better day for you. p.s. I am wishing for summer vacation

  6. I should be ok.... right ?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    The responses so far have been great. I have a few to add as I have done flu clinics in the past: 1. Check all your supplies before you get started, nothing stinks more than finding out you don't...

  7. A Lesson in Family, Ethics and End of Life

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    Gentle {HUGS} and prayers for you and your family during this difficult

  8. Menstrual talks, tampons/pads the only option?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to jane a white's topic in School

    School Nurse here. I have never heard of a moon cup but I would be curious to learn more about

  9. What advise would you give to your younger self?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

    I would say tell family members how much you love and appreciate them because they are sometimes taken away too early, things always happen for a reason and lastly....good job dumping the jerk who...

  10. thermometer feedback

    Needsmorechocolate posted a topic in School

    Does anyone have any feedback good or bad on a Thermofocus Non-Contact Thermometer? It works by aiming a light beam at the forehead. I am in the process of purchasing a new thermomter and like the...

  11. Thank You. For Everything.

    Needsmorechocolate replied to EmrgncyRN05's topic in School

    Thank you for your kind words! Afer a hectic few weeks at school, you made my day.

  12. funny office visit

    Needsmorechocolate replied to jagalu100305's topic in School

    My funniest visit was "my heart hurts" while holding her right hip!!! She was A&O x 3 and in no obvious

  13. School nurse and pregnancy

    Needsmorechocolate replied to pvtschoolnurse's topic in School

    Congratulations!!

  14. Happy Thanksgiving Break!

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    I agree with Praiser, it is so nice to be away from the hospital. Happy Thanksgiving to all! My last day of school before the break is

  15. Annoying or showing determination???

    Needsmorechocolate replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in General Nursing

    I honestly do not think LLG was trying to be sarcastic. I think LLG was trying to show the reality of what happens to managers when there are many applicants for only a few jobs in a tight job...

  16. Nurse Caused Student Injury?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to guest83140's topic in School

    I am sorry but I do not have an answer as to why that happened. It sounds to me that the head nurse is not supporting you. I wish you a relaxing Thanksgiving break. Sending cyber hugs to you...

  17. Was fired today......

    Needsmorechocolate replied to TrickieTam's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Everything happens for a reason.

  18. Need kindness from my school nurse sisters

    Needsmorechocolate replied to SchoolNurseBSN's topic in School

    You deserve to be treated with respect. Those behaviors show a total lack of respect for you. I am sorry you were treated like that.

  19. Diaper changes on special needs students

    Needsmorechocolate replied to SchoolNurseBSN's topic in School

    Make some room for me, seems I am there

  20. Swine Flu

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Had our first confirmed case today though I have been seeing lots of kiddos with temps >100 and the coughing and/or sneezing. This early surge has kept me a lot busier this year than last year. I...

  21. What's your "School Uniform"? And Q's about the Love/Hate Thing

    Needsmorechocolate replied to SunnyPupRN's topic in School

    I have always worn scrubs which I prefer. I want to be wearing something that is lightweight if I have to run to the playground, gym, etc. I want to be recognizable by students and parents and I don't...

  22. Did I do the right thing?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to luvschoolnursing's topic in School

    If that situation happened at my school I would have done exactly the same as you did. You did nothing wrong. As Suesquatch said, stabilize and ship em out. Keep up the good

  23. All School Nurses

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Hi Everyone: I am Needsmorechocolate from NH. I have been a school nurse for three years. My experience is with elementary kids (K-8). I love the kids and this has been one of the toughest but most...

  24. When do you call 911?

    Needsmorechocolate replied to Trueblood83's topic in School

    Good information Purple! I have called 911 one time for a student having a seizure. Good luck with your interview. Keep us

  25. Where is everyone??

    Needsmorechocolate replied to SchoolNurseBSN's topic in School

    Been too busy lately to post. We have to do daily reporting to the state that outlines the number of staff absent, students absent, visits to nurse, numbers of each absent with flu like illness. So...