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  1. Passed NCLEX 75Q 2016

    Can you send me the 35 study guide! I take the NCLEX very soon! :)
  2. Nursing Diagnosis conflict help!

    Acute pain/discomfort AEB pain rated --/10 and facial grimacing r/t labor process. Knowledge deficit aeb ..........r/t first pregnancy Risk for ineffective coping r/t family stressors
  3. Confusion over what psych nursing is really like?

    I work in a state psychiatric facility as an RN extern-- May will be a year I have been an extern. I graduate in May and I perform all RN tasks and duties.....so I will speak from my experience:) Acute womens lodge 44 bed capacity Most of the RN's j...
  4. Nursing Diagnosis conflict help!

    Looking at this thread the only advice I can give is: Humble yourself honey. Also review the difference between actual and potential nursing Dx. And prioritization. It'll clarify why your teacher and us fellow nurses came to the conclusion that Hyper...
  5. Nursing Diagnosis conflict help!

    The only actual Dx here is Pain and Activity intolerance. The rest would be risk Dx based on the s/s and lab values like risk for hyperthermia
  6. Updated pay rates local hospitals

    Does anyone know how much the VA Hospital pays? West Haven or Newington....
  7. CT FNP programs Fall 2016 anyone

    So glad you started this thread! I am in the process of looking into some of these schools to apply. I finish my BSN in May, and from my understanding most of CT FNP schools offer a conditional acceptance-- pending I pass NCLEX. I am from CT, but I a...
  8. New graduate looking for employment

    They have a GEMS program for new grads; I looked into it. Not sure the reputation of the hospital, but from what I heard so far not bad:/
  9. New graduate looking for employment

    I'll have a BSN... but Okay, I have 1 year acute psych experience as an RN extern-- hope that transfers. Do you know anything about their incentives or benefit package?
  10. New graduate looking for employment

    I graduate in May, and I am also applying now. A local friend of mine told me that Stamford hospital is hiring with a 12,000$ sign-on bonus for BSN graduates! Anyone know how true this is?
  11. Updated pay rates local hospitals

    Do you know what hospital that is?.....Bridgeport Hospital, or St. V's maybe?
  12. Updated pay rates local hospitals

    Hi you guys! I am wondering how up to date these pay rates are. I am currently in a dilemma on whether I should move back or not. In SC the beginning pay for new grads is 23.15 with an almost 12$ diff if you work nights on the weekend (35$/hr). Of co...
  13. Are my scores good enough?

    Speaking from experience: Accepted to Bridgeport Hospital SON (one of the most competitive and ONLY diploma program in the state. 4 months away from finishing with a BSN. My stats were very similar: GPA:3.8 TEAS: 75 (that was when the test 1st chang...
  14. How is everyone gettig their text books

    I did do some traveling for them .....like to ct northwestern I think. but if you can get them shipped to your library with interlibrary loan you may not have to travel
  15. How is everyone gettig their text books

    I am going to be honest, I was in BPT hospital SON back in Aug 2012 and I was able to get EVERY single book from the local libraries through Inter-library loan throughout CT. Its alot of work but it'll save you alot of money in the long run. You just...
  16. Hows my PICO question looking?

    I would figure that if you take away the "or intermittent pain medication administration" variable. You can find more information on your topic and article. Also making less work on yourself
  17. Drowning in fluids..and electrolytes...

    try learningnurse.com its everything you will ever need throughout Nursing school
  18. So next semester in my BSN program is mental health and Research. I don't know what to expect, any helpful websites you guys know of? Anything that helped you to survive? My teacher gave a heads up that we need to be real familiar with APA format, an...
  19. 2ndsemester Mental Health & research. Help!

    Thanks sooo much everyone! I will definitely take your advice :) I plan to go back to school for my DNP part time after a years experience Med Surg. So maybe I should familiarize myself with APA lol I'll keep it all in mind
  20. 2ndsemester Mental Health & research. Help!

    Thank you guys! I'm really excited, I just want to make sure I'm using credible resources. My teacher that taught Pathophysiology is teaching the Research class, so this should be pretty interesting. We also have a Mental Health clinical and Adult He...
  21. Nursing Practice Questions?

    I live by learningnurse.org one of the best sites I've ever came by!
  22. November 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    'Go ahead, tell him everything I told you.' 'Well maybe we should switch seats '
  23. October 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Doctor: " Nothing for apical, how 'bout radial?" Nurse: "I've got nothing either doctor. I'm sure he's fine doctor, his wife claims she brought him directly here after his NClex exam"
  24. This is my first time doing anything like this. So lost, but this is what I got so far...... The scenario is: 1- What is your plan of care when you enter the room? Describe the first few actions you will complete immediately upon entering and the rat...
  25. What Nursing school are you in? Show your pride!

    Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing ! Diploma Program Bridgeport, CT Lovelovelovelove it :)