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  1. 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

    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 then lube just rubbed on the catheter. I usually ...
  3. New to night shift, need advice

    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 anyhow so I'm already rested). I'm never tired that f...
  4. Can an RN Get a job in a hospital with out a 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 more of an advantage when it comes to the hiring pr...
  5. JU Nursing Program 2013

    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 dept., that was just for missing information I th...
  6. Current Jacksonville University students?

    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 the second you get yours!!! Also there is a thread "...
  7. Jacksonville University Fall '13 Hopefuls

    The clock is ticking! Acceptance/denial letters should go out on or before June 15th! I've been checking the mail religiously.
  8. 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 most disgusting/stupid/whatever reason you have tr...
  9. Anyone trying to get fit before NS?

    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 extra 25 MUST go. It's a pain to exercise when you...
  10. Anyone trying to get fit before NS?

    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 row anyhow and when I get home in the morning the ...
  11. Just starting at 21

    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 accepted into a BSN program to start in the fall, I'm ju...
  12. 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 sour.
  13. Is it okay to tell a patient to not disrespect you

    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 behavior will not be tolerated and to cut it out i...
  14. Why are some nurses so miserable?

    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 into work with a smile on my face, not only for m...
  15. 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 need to know whether I should stick it out or just...
  16. 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 all have (if you don't mind me asking) as your GPA. ...
  17. Current Jacksonville University 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 asked Stephanie how many people were applying and ...
  18. Nurses and exposure risk

    dizzyray822, You will get over this fear rather quickly! I'm not a nurse just yet, but I am a PCA in the ICU. Germs and bodily fluids used to get me all worked up. Now I find I am less worried about what my patients can give me and am more worried ab...
  19. Have you ever performed CPR? Results?:

    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 scene or not I would be trying to save that person...
  20. Need some encouragement!

    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 floor. I was a patient sitter from 16-18 then I work...
  21. Need some encouragement!

    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 on!
  22. Current Jacksonville University students?

    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 is next week!
  23. Jacksonville University Fall '13 Hopefuls

    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 a couple of JU students there doing their clinica...
  24. I have a new respect for familes who lose loved ones

    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 throughout my life and it truly never gets easier. My mo...
  25. Lazy and disrespectful Nursing Assistants

    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 long while the nurses and other techs are running aro...