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  1. Jacksonville University Fall '13 Hopefuls

    carsm3 posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Anyone applying for at JU for the fall 2013 semester!? I sent my application WAYYY ahead of time (think 2/20/2013 lol). I'm going for the transfer program.

  2. Foley Catheter Lubrication

    carsm3 replied to Twinmom06's topic in General Nursing

    One of the nurses on our unit inserts the lubricant directly into the meatus then inserts the catheter. We have had males who have had a previous foley say that lubricant directly was more comfortable...

  3. New to night shift, need advice

    carsm3 replied to Jrwilliams's topic in General Nursing

    I work 3 12's in a row on nights and this is how I do it...Day of 1st shift I go about my normal business and try to nap around 3 and wake up at 5:15 to get ready. I always sleep late (10 or 11ish...

  4. Can an RN Get a job in a hospital with out a BSN.

    carsm3 replied to mcclot1993's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yes! There are a lot of RN's in my hospital with their ADN. I do remember management saying that by 2016 they would like to be 80% BSN and 20% ADN. Just remember that having a BSN gives you a little...

  5. JU Nursing Program 2013

    carsm3 replied to AshleyBeane's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am so nervous you guys! I was literally the first set of interviews to go through so I feel like I have been waiting a long, long time. In regards to a second interview with someone from the nursing...

  6. Current Jacksonville University students?

    carsm3 replied to docosa's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes I interviewed in April! The LATEST that the letters will be sent on is June 15th, which is Saturday. The anticipation is literally killing me. I can't focus on anything else. Please let me know...

  7. Jacksonville University Fall '13 Hopefuls

    carsm3 replied to carsm3's topic in Florida Nursing

    The clock is ticking! Acceptance/denial letters should go out on or before June 15th! I've been checking the mail

  8. Nurse Posts About a Patient on Facebook ... Duty to Report?

    carsm3 replied to PacoUSA's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I think if it is happening consistently, then maybe you should print out the comments made and slip them to your NM. With that being said, almost all of us have made a comment on AN about "What's the...

  9. Anyone trying to get fit before NS?

    carsm3 replied to ~Melissa~'s topic in General Students

    I have Hashimoto's as well! Never had an issue with my weight until I started taking my synthyroid. Since I felt better, I was able to finally eat again. Now I've gone from around 125 to 150 and that...

  10. Anyone trying to get fit before NS?

    carsm3 replied to ~Melissa~'s topic in General Students

    I start in August as well and need to lose a good 20 lbs then I will be happy. It is SO hard though. I love food so much and hate exercise. I already work in the ICU so I'm on my feet for 3 12's in a...

  11. Just starting at 21

    carsm3 replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your not alone! ThoughI don't have any children and I am 22 currently. I am just finishing my pre reqs (in stats, a humanities class, and then one just for extra credit hours). I'm HOPING to be...

  12. Is it really necessary to learn to read an ekg? anyone really use it?

    carsm3 replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    In my ICU nurses analyze a print out every 4 hours and must sign off and date it. Every hour if the patient is going

  13. Is it okay to tell a patient to not disrespect you

    carsm3 replied to lolakbolak's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think what you said is perfectly ok! Very rarely but occasionally I get a patient who will just lay there cussing up a storm. I quickly remind them that this is a hospital, not a bar and that there...

  14. Why are some nurses so miserable?

    carsm3 replied to tangel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Gosh this thread read my mind! Some of the nurses on my floor are just plain depressing or nasty. I can't stand the way they interact with patients let alone coworkers. I have adopted the policy to go...

  15. Need advice on compression socks!

    carsm3 posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Alright guys...I've tried wearing these darn socks but they make my legs sweat like crazy!!! Are they really worth it as far as keeping spider veins away and keeping leg/foot soreness to a minimum? I...

  16. Current Jacksonville University Students

    carsm3 posted a topic in General Students

    Hey guys! :) I got the email today the I have an interview at JU next Tuesday, April 9th. I am FREAKING OUT! I was hoping I could get some pointers on what to expect in the interview. What did you...

  17. Current Jacksonville University Students

    carsm3 replied to carsm3's topic in General Students

    DenRoll4, I will let you know how it goes. I go in TODAY in about 2 hours. I am so nervous. I have also heard that the interview and essay are a huge part of the process so I am hoping that's true. I...

  18. Have you ever performed CPR? Results?:

    carsm3 replied to SuzieVN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    SuzieVN, so sorry to hear about your brother. I think it takes a special kind of nurse to perform CPR outside of the job because so much could go wrong, especially in a crime scene! Personally, crime...

  19. Need some encouragement!

    carsm3 posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    So I just got my first official job as a PCA in the biggest hospital in my area on the SICU/Neuro ICU. I am nervous as I could possibly be! I start orientation on the 18th then I will be out on the...

  20. Need some encouragement!

    carsm3 replied to carsm3's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you! I feel so stupid for being worried about it now because everyone is GREAT! I love it! My trainer is wonderful and has been there for 15+ years so she really knows what is going

  21. Current Jacksonville University students?

    carsm3 replied to docosa's topic in Florida Nursing

    That's wonderful! I know, JU is so expensive but so worth it to get to our ultimate goal! If you don't mind me asking, what was your GPA. I think I'm around 3.3-3.4 or somewhere in there. My interview...

  22. Jacksonville University Fall '13 Hopefuls

    carsm3 replied to carsm3's topic in Florida Nursing

    They just emailed to schedule my interview today! :) I scheduled it for next Tuesday at 2:15 pm. I will have a decision by June 15th. I work in the ICU in my local trauma center and I have talked with...

  23. I have a new respect for familes who lose loved ones

    carsm3 replied to Glycerine82's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am so sorry for the loss of your kitty. As an animal lover myself I just can't imagine anything happening to my sweet boy. I would just be torn apart. I've had to put several animals to sleep...

  24. Lazy and disrespectful Nursing Assistants

    carsm3 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm currently in nursing school, but am also a PCA in the SICU. I must say, techs like this give us all a bad name. I know there are a few I have worked with that just dilly dally around all night...

  25. Regarding nursing students- was this too much to ask?

    carsm3 replied to blondy2061h's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As a nursing student, I can tell you that she will appreciate it! We love to come in prepared. She is lucky to have a nurse like you to train