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  1. New Grad ER Links...

    alkaleidi replied to CrazyPremed's topic in Emergency

    As a new-to-the-ER nurse (previously exp'd in med/surg/peds, behavioral health, and corrections -- woohoo!), I'd like to share some links that I felt were very valuable, some are old bookmarks from...

  2. I have cankles!

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Thank you... I have used these on med/surg LOTS. Jobst sounded familiar but it made me think of the compression boots (the things that squeeze the calves/lower legs as opposed to the socks)... So...

  3. I have cankles!

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Health, Stress Management

    That's better! I do exercise 4-5 days a week, drink tons of water, and play tennis. Unfortunately can't walk to work -- 12-hr shifts + a 70 minute commute aren't quite compatible. But, since I gave...

  4. I have cankles!

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have been looking for some -- the swelling didn't go down for nearly a week despite putting my feet up (and I mean UP) when I got home, but now that I'm out of general orientation and on the floor,...

  5. I have cankles!

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Well gee, that wasn't very helpful at all! Maybe with all those years of experience you have some tips for less seasoned

  6. CEUs for California RN?

    alkaleidi posted a topic in California Nursing

    Anyone have a clear concise answer (or a website that explains an answer) to what the CEU requirements are for CA RN and a list of approved CEU providers? Medscape.com has free CEUs and I can't find...

  7. Learning thread (ER medicine)

    alkaleidi replied to TraumaInTheSlot's topic in Emergency

    I remember back in grade school doing an exercise like this... we all measured our armspan and our height. However, it will only give you an estimated height, as there are different proportions of...

  8. Anyone use meditation?

    alkaleidi replied to TemperStripe's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Wow! Yes! You don't need a CD or DVD to meditate. Save your money and find a soothing place, and DIY (do-it-yourself)! Here are a few websites that you may find helpful:...

  9. Help and advice for an ER RN newbie.

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Emergency

    Thanks for the words of encouragement! I do have a bit of ADD and am a tad neurotic/perfectionist (ok, more than a tad perfectionist)... and I multitask like it's 2nd nature, so I think the ER will...

  10. Was I out of line ?

    alkaleidi replied to grantw9066's topic in Emergency

    LOL! I think it was definitely out of line, though I did something similar once (and was scolded for it by my nurse manager, though SHE thought it was funny too). But, I think it's hilarious. So,...

  11. Traveling Correctional Nurse in California?

    alkaleidi replied to surgnurse26's topic in Correctional

    By the way, if you have any other questions, I'd be happy to answer/share my experience including the agency I was traveling with via private message. Good

  12. Traveling Correctional Nurse in California?

    alkaleidi replied to surgnurse26's topic in Correctional

    I did a travel assignment at a jail in Bakersfield. Which, by the way, is nicknamed "the armpit of CA". Honestly it wasn't bad -- I'm from Illinois, so I know the "sticks". Actually, I miss it....

  13. Wexford and Prison Health Services

    alkaleidi replied to BlessedbyGod's topic in Correctional

    I've worked for Wexford. I wouldn't say it's BAD. I never had any problems, but they haven't been the most fantastic agency to work for. LOL... sorry, I think that was pretty vague. In a nutshell...

  14. Agency nurses refusing to work on a certain unit

    alkaleidi replied to Inquisitive one's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have been dealing with this from the other side for about a month. I recently began picking up some hours at a nursing home via the agency with whom I have worked PRN hours on the side for about a...

  15. Selling myself for an ER position?

    alkaleidi posted a topic in Emergency

    I've been in psych and corrections as an RN for 2 solid years. Before that, a year of med-surg-peds as an LPN. I've recently decided to make a total transition and try something I've always wanted to...

  16. Selling myself for an ER position?

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Emergency

    Thanks to everyone for all the support. I am SO excited! I left the interviews at 11:45am (this morning) and after I had lunch with my little brother, I stopped by an agency I do PRN work for to...

  17. Why Correctional Nursing??????????

    alkaleidi replied to Ga_LPN's topic in Correctional

    I can only speak from MY experience and that of others I've worked with, but I'm willing to offer my 2 cents! :) There are many things I like about correctional nursing. One is the broad scope of...

  18. Selling myself for an ER position?

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Emergency

    I have looked at all the hospitals in a 50-mile radius from me and none of them (that I could find on their websites) have internships. And you're right about "who you know" but I'm hoping that my...

  19. RN-to-BSN thru College Network: Anyone?

    alkaleidi replied to alkaleidi's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yes I am aware of this. I have also searched old threads already for experience with the College Network, and all I have been able to find is people looking to do the LPN-RN program, which does not...

  20. RN to pt ratio @ your hospital?

    alkaleidi replied to plumrn's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Whoa. I am moving to CA. Actually... I seriously am! If anyone has any info on how I can go about applying for a license there, and agencies OR hospitals that are nice to work for in southern CA...

  21. Length of shifts

    alkaleidi replied to DarbyD's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree -- I can't imagine having to work 5 8-hour shifts a week to get full-time pay. At least, not now while I have no one and nothing to be responsible for but myself! I do 3 8's while I'm still...