coughdrop.2.go BSN, RN

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    I want to start a support thread for us unemployed New Grads in California

    coughdrop.2.go posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hey yall. I want to start a support thread for us unemployed New Grads in California. I've recently lost a lot of my hope and optimism for finding a New Grad position. I graduated in May with my BSN...
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    Florida students self carrying own otcs

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Flare's topic in School

    Geez I can't tell you how many times I've had students tell me they took Advil/Ibuprofen because they have a stomach ache. No I don't mean menstrual cramps either. Some don't even know the the brand...
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    Alta bates medical center

    coughdrop.2.go replied to TrvlNurse1's topic in Travel

    I've never worked at Alta Bates, however, I've very familiar with the hospital and the area. My nursing program is in partnership with Alta Bates so they share space up on the hill. -Unsafe area: Just...
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    Unemployment during the summer

    coughdrop.2.go replied to verdeacres's topic in School

    I worked as a Camp Nurse during the summer I didn't work. That would be a great option. Wasn't much, but paid the
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    Teaching Breast Exam to High Schoolers.

    coughdrop.2.go replied to janetpa's topic in School

    Do it! I was taught about it in high school (all girls catholic school!). The even gave us this awesome gel mold of a breast that had one lump you could feel and another you could only see if you held...
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    TB Testing

    coughdrop.2.go replied to coughdrop.2.go's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Thank you so much and you're totally right that I can't account for the other facilities technique. The only exception I have made is if it's placed at our Public Health Clinic because I know that...
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    TB Testing

    coughdrop.2.go posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Hello all! I'm a RN working a School-based Health Center and we do TB skin testing as well as vaccines. A frequent concern that comes up is students coming to me to get their TB test read after they...
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    No Respect

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Millennial here Before lumping us all in a stereotypical group, please remember what generation raised us Any who, this is where you appeal to the educators need to educate. Ask to sit down with...
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    It seems like everyone but nurses make more money

    coughdrop.2.go replied to rearviewmirror's topic in General Nursing

    As everyone else has stated, nursing income is variable. I have been a nurse for 3 years and I'm currently working as a Public Health Nurse making almost 100k in California. My friends who work in San...
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    Teaching topics

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Kittery's topic in School

    I would throw in cyber safety 6. Cyber
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    It's Tuesday and I'm wearing my pink Minnie Mouse scrubs. Can I get extra credit? Especially since I'm still getting over a week long
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    School nurse credentials in California

    coughdrop.2.go replied to dennis8's topic in School

    In California, to obtain a Clear School Nursing Credential you must: -Verify possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally-accredited college or university -Verify possession of a...
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    School Nurse "Holiday Wish List"

    coughdrop.2.go replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I am a unicorn. Well...that's what my husband tell me. Don't know if that's a good thing or bad
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    Off topic: 8 year old found out Santa doesn't exist

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Honestly, If my *future* kids stop believing at 4 I'm okay with that. It's not just about believing in Santa, it's about teaching them the spirit and purpose of Santa Claus. It's not just about gifts....
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    Recovery couches

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Eleven011's topic in School

    Offtopicconfession I have that exact rainbow drawer thingie at home. I use it to organize my make-up. I'm horrible. Anyway, back on topic: I have two real twin beds and I hate them because they...
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    School Nurse "Holiday Wish List"

    coughdrop.2.go replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    -ice maker -I Heart Guts plushies (all of them) -In fact, a stuffed animal pit in my office -A giant Pusheen to replace my desk chair -An ice cream maker -more students to get their Flu shot -for my...
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    Off topic: 8 year old found out Santa doesn't exist

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Love it! My mom still marks my gifts from Santa and I'm
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    Do you wear scrubs?

    coughdrop.2.go replied to Jacquipals's topic in School

    Scrubs all day 5 days a week. If you don't see me in scrubs there's either no students or I didn't do
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    We've all been venting

    coughdrop.2.go replied to JerseyTomatoMDCrab's topic in School

    Wow. What a jerk. I would ask him if he cleared his demands with the District office and the Superintendent. Was your nursing supervisor there? Are you union? I would request that he puts all his...
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    Totally Off Topic: Thanksgiving Menu

    coughdrop.2.go replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I know I'm late, but: I went to South Lake Tahoe for the first time and experienced snow for the first time in my life! Thanksgiving was amazing. When up to Heavenly and made my first snowman. Then...
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    School Bus Tragedy

    coughdrop.2.go replied to fawnmarie's topic in School

    Oh my! I heard about that crash! Many prayers and love sent your
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    Certified Nurses and Teacher Contracts

    coughdrop.2.go replied to kmazur2's topic in School

    Located in California: Do you get a planning period in addition to your lunch like the teachers? Sort of? I'm closed 8-8:30am and 4-5pm which I guess is my planning period. My last school nurse...
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    I Need to Vent...

    coughdrop.2.go posted a topic in School

    Hi everyone! I know I have been MIA for a while, but I come to the Grand School Nurse Coven to vent some before I lose my bandaids. A little background: I work in a school based health center at a...
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    I Need to Vent...

    coughdrop.2.go replied to coughdrop.2.go's topic in School

    The other issue, is everything is an emergency. I'm only called on the radio for "emergencies" or when a student needs a wheelchair. Most of the time I cannot determine if I really needed to be called...
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    I Need to Vent...

    coughdrop.2.go replied to coughdrop.2.go's topic in School

    I talked to their supervisor and stated that it seems like the safety staff need protocols to deal with emergencies when I'm not here (i.e. a list of conditions that warrant an automatic 911 call...