CaptCrzy

CaptCrzy

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  1. Crazy Tales from the ED

    CaptCrzy replied to nyshoegal7's topic in Emergency

    Pt who came in because he had a mango stuck up his butt. This story will be forever talked about in our ER. People just love to put things up their butts! We had a guy the other day who was shot 6...

  2. Patient's Family Job Offer

    CaptCrzy replied to s900mhz's topic in General Nursing

    As a Babysitter? These are typically paid under the table types of jobs. Why wouldn't it be acceptable? Would you expect to pay taxes or sign legal contracts for babysitting someones child? Why should...

  3. Advice: Traditional BSN or ABSN

    CaptCrzy replied to bayarea123's topic in General Students

    Stop wasting time. Just do the BSN program now. Why are you delaying your goals? Go out there and get what you want! That being said: do NOT choose a for-profit school. They will charge you tons of...

  4. I survived

    CaptCrzy posted a topic in Emergency

    I have officially finished orientation in the ER and last night was my very first shift all by myself as well as my first night. I survived but it was an interesting and at points very scary. It was...

  5. National University Cohort 33 Applicants and/or members

    CaptCrzy posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hi everyone! My name is Alissa and I applied to National University's generic entry BSN program in San Diego (for cohort 33). I just completed the proctored essay and the TEAS test today and now the...

  6. Poll: Nurse and law enforcement couples

    CaptCrzy replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I get it. Men in uniform are sexy but it has been my experience that the stereotype rings true about them. They are often womanizers. I am happily married to a chef now and it's glorious. Working in...

  7. New Grad - Just got a job at Starbucks. Help.

    CaptCrzy replied to NightWatch's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, Utah! Lot's of new grad nursing jobs there! Utah is also the safest state in the U.S., as it has the lowest rates of all types of crime. I interviewed for a position there too. Salt Lake City and...

  8. New Grad - Just got a job at Starbucks. Help.

    CaptCrzy replied to NightWatch's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not sure what makes you think that people don't research BEFORE going to nursing school. Knowing the type of people who get accepted and who are successful with nursing school..........trust me...

  9. New Grad - Just got a job at Starbucks. Help.

    CaptCrzy replied to NightWatch's topic in Nursing Career

    There are lots of nice cities in New Mexico. I'm not much of an expert on what areas are good but the surrounding cities of Albuquerque and Santa Fe are nice in my opinion. If new grads can get jobs...

  10. New Grad - Just got a job at Starbucks. Help.

    CaptCrzy replied to NightWatch's topic in Nursing Career

    I too am from Southern California and couldn't get a hospital job here. I sent out tons of applications. I had a fantastic resume, volunteer and CNA experience, a BSN, graduated with honors, had tons...

  11. Just got accepted into LPN program, but I have 2 pending misdemeanor charges

    CaptCrzy replied to Jeeeyan's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Is this a joke?! Dump him! Never take the blame for a crime you didn't commit! That is madness! Say goodbye to any chance of a nursing career! Someone who would let you take the fall for them clearly...

  12. travel nursing?

    CaptCrzy replied to hodagRN's topic in Travel

    But if you try sometimes, you just might find.......... You'll get what you

  13. Death of a Dream

    CaptCrzy replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    You are the only one who can make you dreams a reality. If you want it bad enough you can have it. Getting through nursing school takes a considerable amount of determination and motivation. Honestly,...

  14. Nursing Specialties - Dream Job

    CaptCrzy replied to ground's topic in General Nursing

    My dream job is to be an trauma ER nurse. I've recently graduated and just accepted a job in another state working nights in the ER. It doesn't have a trauma center but it's a great hospital. I figure...

  15. Moving back to Denver with 1 yr NICU Exp.

    CaptCrzy replied to UCAFblue's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I think 1 year is enough experience to start looking for something in Denver. Most job postings say, "at least 1 year of experience". You can probably get a phone interview and move out there once a...

  16. Will I be able to come back to California?

    CaptCrzy replied to nella197's topic in California Nursing

    I would also suggest working in Arizona for a year in the field of your choice before going back to Cali. I am a new grad leaving San Diego for New Mexico for work. It is super hard to find that first...

  17. Valedictorian caught cheating

    CaptCrzy replied to pinknursepower's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This situation would piss me off if I were in the OP place but I think it is important to take the high road here and act with a little grace. Don't mess with your special day by holding on to a...

  18. The Emergency Department: Where pain isn't what the patient says it is.

    CaptCrzy posted a topic in Emergency

    Hey Everyone, I am a new grad working in the emergency department and find I am really bothered by something. I notice that the staff seems really jaded when it comes to treating pain in the ED. There...

  19. How did you pay for nursing school? Help...I'm in a pickle!

    CaptCrzy replied to dc1994's topic in General Students

    Don't drug dealers and strippers make a lot of money? No, I'm just messing with

  20. Stories of the pre-vaccine days

    CaptCrzy replied to dinah77's topic in Disaster Preparation

    My uncle got polio as a child and lost much of the function of his legs. He has had dozens of surgeries since his illness and as an adult still has to use special crutches to help him walk. This is...

  21. The Emergency Department: Where pain isn't what the patient says it is.

    CaptCrzy replied to CaptCrzy's topic in Emergency

    Thank you! Great advice. As a patient, I wouldn't want my nurse to treat me with suspicion when it came to needing pain meds. One time I had kidney stones and asked my doctor if I could get something...

  22. Moving from NJ to San Diego

    CaptCrzy replied to kamnthompson's topic in Nursing Career

    Hey! Welcome to sunny San Diego! You are looking at about 35-40/hour in the hospital setting with your experience. I live in North county San Diego and it is very affordable by San Diego standards. If...

  23. New Grad - ED Resume Critique

    CaptCrzy replied to emNmz7's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Do you have any work experience? Misssrblake is right, elaborate on ED experience. Maybe put it under "Professional experience" and list a summary of your roles and responsibilities. If you have work...

  24. National University Cohort 33 Applicants and/or members

    CaptCrzy replied to CaptCrzy's topic in California Nursing

    Hey Everyone, It's been nearly 2 years since I posted the original post. I will be graduating from National University's BSN program in 3 months! It wasn't easy. Out of the 50 people who started with...

  25. home health aide - what to do during down time!

    CaptCrzy replied to gingerlemon's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I bring my kindle and read or play Sudoku or Candy Crush. Sometimes I do my homework. Make sure you know how to set up a mobile hot spot on your phone, as old folks don't always have wifi. Bring your...