SamRNmedic

SamRNmedic

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  1. Where have you applied? Gotten your acceptance/rejection letter yet?

    SamRNmedic replied to LittleMissVixen410's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I haven't applied yet but I'm applying at Frontier Nursing University, FNP, for the November 2014 start date. I will also be applying to Samford University and Eastern Kentucky University both for...

  2. Let's make a list of all online FNP programs

    SamRNmedic replied to rynophiliac's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Samford University in Birmingham, AL Eastern Kentucky University Clarion University, Clarion,

  3. George Washington University AGPCNP - FALL 2014

    SamRNmedic replied to RN2FNP2B's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    RN2FNP2B weren't you going to be going to Frontier? I was reading some other

  4. GPA question. Is there hope?

    SamRNmedic replied to SamRNmedic's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I emailed the enrollment advisor at Frontier Nursing University (which is where I wanted to apply for FNP). I found out they will look at my cumulative GPAs from my BSN and ADN coursework and not the...

  5. PRCM 3250J starting 8/26..anyone in?

    SamRNmedic posted a topic in Ohio University

    I am in section 1003 with Professor C. P-----. Anyone in it with me? And those who have had it, how bad is it? Is every week a big deal, or are some weeks easier than

  6. 4560 Gerentology Fall 13

    SamRNmedic replied to cincinursemary's topic in Ohio University

    Gerontology, 4560, doesn't start until November 4 and I am in it as well. I just looked at the offerings and it isn't offered starting August

  7. Fall 4540. Whose in?

    SamRNmedic replied to woodsyny's topic in Ohio University

    I'll be in for 4540 beginning Aug 26th as

  8. 4580 starting Fall, first 5 weeks....

    SamRNmedic replied to momofseven's topic in Ohio University

    I am also in 4540 and PRCM

  9. 4510...How bad is it?

    SamRNmedic replied to starmickey03's topic in Ohio University

    I believe it's a capstone clinical project not an actual

  10. 4510...How bad is it?

    SamRNmedic replied to starmickey03's topic in Ohio University

    Concerning residency, my stats professor at OU, Prof M., stated he had a student in Florida.

  11. 4540, who is in

    SamRNmedic replied to woodsyny's topic in Ohio University

    I am in as well! 8/26! The 2nd and 3rd five weeks of fall semester I am doubling up so I can graduate in the spring. Starting 9/30, I have 4570 and 4520. And then 11/4 I have 4530 and 4560. Anyone...

  12. Vent: "I should warn you, I'm a tough stick..."

    SamRNmedic replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency

    I have to agree with the OP's VENT! I can't believe how many times I've already heard that, "I'm a tough stick." Recently, I had a lady who had some tough veins but we got her IV started on the 2nd...

  13. ER computer programs

    SamRNmedic replied to gardengal1's topic in Emergency

    We use Epic too. We just got it in August. The hospital spent a fortune on it so I'm sure it isn't going anywhere anytime soon, but I wish it would.. EPIC FAILURE is

  14. Looking for opinions...

    SamRNmedic replied to Vaxene's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I was recently in a similar predicament. I am a new grad and have already been working for a Children's Hospital at the off-campus site in the NICU. I just interviewed for PICU at the main...

  15. My hospital is breaking the law...

    SamRNmedic replied to MEDICJOHN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know why, but after 10 years as an LPN I always hated when people said "My LPNs" or "My aides." I was AN/A LPN not someone's possession. Just a pet-peeve. Carry on!

  16. Can an RN push ACLS drugs if not certified under doctor's order during a code?

    SamRNmedic replied to Athenas83's topic in General Nursing

    But Adenosine is for a Narrow Complex Tachycardia NOT Atrial Fibrillation. The poster said the patient converted to an AFib. For that, Adenosine is not indicated. I would have gone for the

  17. Can an RN push ACLS drugs if not certified under doctor's order during a code?

    SamRNmedic replied to Athenas83's topic in General Nursing

    When you were an LPN you could administer IV Push medications? Here in Ohio, LPNs are not allowed to give any push meds except a saline flush. So LPNs can in Kentucky? Always interesting how things...

  18. What's your favorite shift to work?

    SamRNmedic replied to JennNHD24's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked everything. I've done 8 hour shifts and 12 hour shifts across the board. My person preference is 7a-7p, or 3p-3a. I LOVE having 4 days off and being able to pick up an extra shift here...

  19. Is it really "alternative"??

    SamRNmedic replied to CareGiving's topic in General Nursing

    We used to have Youngstown Osteopathic Hospital here in my community but it closed down just over a decade ago. Many of those who worked there now are all integrated into the other facilities around...

  20. Do I have to give my job information about my court hearing?

    SamRNmedic replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't that the truth??!

  21. Do I have to give my job information about my court hearing?

    SamRNmedic replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    If they are caring individuals, they will accept your paperwork, ask if there is anything they can do, and then give you the day off and some

  22. ISAM Baby question

    SamRNmedic posted a topic in Pediatric

    I have worked in a NICU for 2.5 years as an LPN.. and the majority of my time is in the subintensive NICU with the feeders/growers...and ISAM babies. These babies tear at my heart. I feel sooooo bad...

  23. ISAM Baby question

    SamRNmedic replied to SamRNmedic's topic in Pediatric

    Honestly, the more experienced nurses did mention it's usually just 10%. They were really upset about this and when the charge nurse called the doctor and she only increased the clonidine, we were all...

  24. is 3rd shift inevitable for new nurses?

    SamRNmedic replied to edwindelahiggins's topic in General Nursing

    I am a new grad/new RN and I thought for sure I'd be on nights but landed a day shift position 3 12's. Ecstatic.. I used to work full time nights and NEVER got used to it. I was totally out of sorts...

  25. New Grad PICU interview

    SamRNmedic replied to SamRNmedic's topic in Pediatric

    Update: I