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  1. Need Resource

    trenadamm posted a topic in Pediatric

    I am an ER nurse in a freestanding. We do not have a "papoose" board. I am looking for a good video to watch on how to restrain peds pts for sutures.

  2. Nurse Investigators/Nurse Coroners

    trenadamm posted a topic in Forensic

    I am looking for information on Forensic Nurse Investigators or Nurse Coroner/Death Investigators. I am not interested in SANE, so I am hoping to talk to someone who went one of these other routes. I...

  3. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am sorry, I really don't know what they will and will not do. It's all up to the individual circumstance. Best wishes with your nursing

  4. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Sorry, I am not sure............if you have not already met with financial aid, then you still have some other work to

  5. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    All they can say is no, so it's worth the asking for sure. I don't think they will apply for you, but I think that they will point you in the right direction and give you advice on where to go. I...

  6. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Financial Aid/Grants/Scholarships are based on individual circumstances, not schools. WCU will help you determine what you qualify for and give you the tools to apply/collect. This is the way that...

  7. MSN Advanced Generalist

    trenadamm posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    Hi there! I am having some trouble understanding the choices available for MSN degrees. I already have my BSN and am currently practicing as a ER nurse in Texas. I would like to go back...

  8. MSN Advanced Generalist

    trenadamm replied to trenadamm's topic in Post Graduate Students

    So, I just want to be clear............ An APRN is not the same track as NP? APRN is a MSN degree choice and I would choose one of the specialties you mentioned

  9. What is your schedule like as a nurse?

    trenadamm replied to Yerani27's topic in General Nursing

    I am in Texas. I work nights by choice. 3x 12 hr per week. I am allowed to pick up 1 extra 12 hour shift per week, if I choose. No mandatory OT. Once in a while due to high census, we miss lunch,...

  10. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    WCU only offers BSN so you will go straight through with no ADN if you

  11. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    The college does not award or choose financial aid. This decision is made by the government. This is the same for all colleges that participate. WCU participates fully and although I did not...

  12. Suggestions - Best Pocket Translator

    trenadamm replied to trenadamm's topic in General Nursing

    ok, I think I will give it a try! Thank

  13. Suggestions - Best Pocket Translator

    trenadamm posted a topic in General Nursing

    Looking for advice on the best English/Spanish - Spanish/English pocket tool. Not looking for anything too thick or heavy since I want to carry it in my scrubs.

  14. Suggestions - Best Pocket Translator

    trenadamm replied to trenadamm's topic in General Nursing

    The only issue I have with using my phone at bedside or while in front of patients/families is the unprofessional "appearance". Some people assume there is not a lot of "helpful" stuff on a

  15. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes, I do recommend that and to follow up with admissions to make sure they approved all of your

  16. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    You must schedule and complete the entrance exam before they will accept you. You will need to schedule an appointment with financial aide after. Once you plan your financing then you sign your...

  17. Communication Gear - ER

    trenadamm posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am on a communication committee and need to get some ideas on different communication tools/gear that nurses use between each other while running around the ER. I am looking for something other than...

  18. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Each class is 1 day a week but you take 3-4 classes per week, which means you will be on campus/clinicals 3-4 days per week. You will prob be able to work at first, but many reduced their schedules...

  19. First Time Camp Nurse - Need Advice

    trenadamm posted a topic in Camp

    I am a new nurse (Nov, 2014). I work in a large city Level 1 Trauma Center ED (been on my own 3 weeks now). We are located within about 10 mins of a major Children's Hospital, so we don't see a lot...

  20. First Time Camp Nurse - Need Advice

    trenadamm replied to trenadamm's topic in Camp

    Thanks for responding....... *Healthy Kids - except for routine stuff (Diabetes, ADD, Asthma) *I will be on my own *I will be paid - there are officials that are professional, but volunteers are also...

  21. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    For anyone still following this post, I wanted to let you know that I successfully graduated on August 23rd. I start my new job at Methodist Dallas as an ED Nurse Intern tomorrow (9/22). I am...

  22. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes, I feel like they have more than given me ample opportunity to learn and prepare for the NCLEX. They offer many resources on helping you find a job and there is a NSNA chapter and other campus...

  23. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    WCU is not for everyone - it's not a typical college environment or typical college learning style. You have to be very mature in the way you study and the way you process information. You are...

  24. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    Mine situation was a little different - this is a 2nd career for me. I am older so the waitlist was what made the decision for me. Time is money. To me it was the same amount as going to a state...

  25. West Coast University in Dallas,Texas

    trenadamm replied to ssession79's topic in Texas Nursing

    I graduate from the Dallas Campus in late August - my tuition was around $64k including all books, uniforms, ATI Platinum fees, NCLEX fee (1x), BLS & ACLS Certs. I transferred in most pre-reqs....