Maggie in NC

Maggie in NC

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  1. LPN/RN the big picture???

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Been advised numerous times to skip the LPN and go for an RN (especially on this board). Other than the money and the responsibilities , why wouldn't I want to be an LPN first? I have to work...

  2. LPN/RN the big picture???

    Maggie in NC replied to Maggie in NC's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am not sure where you go to school but where I go, the LPN's doing advanced placement to get into ADN are competing with the regular ADN students, which means the competition is

  3. new nurse, in trouble already

    Maggie in NC replied to lorajane's topic in Nursing Career

    DOCUMENT DOCUMENT DOCUMENT. Even if there is tons of info stating he is abusive, sit down and write out exactly what has happened on each date ESPECIALLY when supposed abuse occurred. Make a copy of...

  4. New Nurse Needs Shoes

    Maggie in NC replied to jen42's topic in General Nursing

    Someone on this board recommended "Shoe Crew" nursing shoes and I bought a pair. They are awesome and not too expensive ($50). Thanks for the

  5. thank you note??

    Maggie in NC replied to meg228's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    It's never wrong to say thank you! It's impressive which is important! Good

  6. Chemistry in Nursing School(getting more panicked by the day!)

    Maggie in NC replied to LadyMadonna's topic in General Nursing

    hey! i feel ya! i asked the same question here's the link to my post! https://allnurses.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75692&highlight=chemistry i got lots of good advice there. ones that really...

  7. Precepting new nurses

    Maggie in NC replied to bklynborn's topic in General Nursing

    As a student who also was a manager, I love the self assesstment idea but balanced with an assestment by you as well. There is nothing like seeing you think you're great while others don't think so....

  8. So you wanna visit North Carolina .....

    Maggie in NC replied to RNPATL's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Not to steal any thunder from Pat or Asheville Just a thought... You may want to look even further west then Asheville- Franklin, Sylvia, Hayeville, Murphy. Franklin and Sylvia are nice towns with...

  9. An online self paced Biology class?

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I need a Biology I can start now and complete by Christmas that will count at a college...any suggestions??

  10. North Carolina Roll Call

    Maggie in NC replied to RNPATL's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Greetings from as far west in NC as you can get! I live in Murphy, NC, 100 miles past Asheville and 80 miles from Atlanta. I'm 41, was a director in telecommunications for 15 years. For the last 10...

  11. Background Check

    Maggie in NC replied to DenaInWyo's topic in General Students

    You can go to your local Sheriff's office and request a background check on yourself to see what's on it. That will give you a better idea of what you have to work on. If you're doing VERY well or...

  12. "A monkey can be trained to do what you nurses do"

    Maggie in NC replied to angel337's topic in General Nursing

    I once had a customer in telecommunications that was complaining about our service techs, he sent a long email and copied God.world about how he felt our techs were probably trained monkeys in a...

  13. What do you think of this surgical flub-up?

    Maggie in NC replied to begalli's topic in General Nursing

    If suing is something that would make your brother's anger subside, let him do it but, try to keep it away from your father. Seems like every family member feels like they have to contribute to...

  14. Has anyone heard CNA IIs may replace LPNs in NC??

    Maggie in NC replied to Maggie in NC's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Vicki, Pat, and everyone else reading this thread... Thank you so much for keeping this forum updated with APPROPRIATE ACCURATE information! I am astonished that my college instructors would passing...

  15. Has anyone heard CNA IIs may replace LPNs in NC??

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I went to my first CNA class yesterday (I get points for nursing school for being a CNA) and the instructor told us that NC is considering doing away with LPNs and replacing them with CNA IIs. She...

  16. Has anyone heard CNA IIs may replace LPNs in NC??

    Maggie in NC replied to Maggie in NC's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Hey everyone, Just wanted to share what was said in my CNA class today. It was rather shocking. I don't know where to go to get more information or check this out but, they are telling us this at an...

  17. Moving to Greensboro

    Maggie in NC replied to steve_80's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I also grew up outside of Greensboro and agree with the previous post regarding looking in the county. If you want to go a little further, Jamestown has great schools, less traffic, and little more...

  18. Paramedic transition to RN school

    Maggie in NC replied to tprmedic's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I know NC has several programs with a 15 month transitional program into nursing. I have heard from several Paramedics going thru the Winston Salem State program that it's pretty cut and dry. You...

  19. How to help new mother who is very detached from baby

    Maggie in NC replied to LauraLou's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had my daughter in a military hospital and it was mandatory that ALL mothers get a visit from a social worker. I was VERY insulted at the time but, afterwards, I was thankful. It was during Desert...

  20. Prayers to all in FL, SC, & NC RE:CHARLEY...

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just want to extend my prayers to all of you out there dealing with the hurricane. I hope you and your families are safe. For those of you working through it, thank you for stepping up in the...

  21. Well....its official

    Maggie in NC replied to Headhurt's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    YOU GO! You better be celebrating

  22. failed nclex at the fourth try

    Maggie in NC replied to amanda44's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Amanda, Don't throw in the towel after all that hard work! There is a reason, an inspiration, a silver lining, in what you are going through. There will come a time-AFTER YOU PASS THE TEST-that you...

  23. D&C or wait

    Maggie in NC replied to frg22's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am very sorry for you and your family. I had six miscarriages with five D&Cs and one natural. I'd recommend the D&C over the natural option. I am not sure if there is any consolation to your...

  24. How are the waiting lists to get in to NC RN schools?

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    hey everyone! i've been reading a lot about how long it takes to get into nursing programs through out the u.s. does any one know the average wait time to get into an rn program in nc? there are 5...

  25. How are the waiting lists to get in to NC RN schools?

    Maggie in NC replied to Maggie in NC's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Congratulations! I hope I have the same luck at the OTHER end of the state