SeattleJess

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  1. Love my job....No really. I am serious.

    SeattleJess replied to AnnaleaRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Congratulations! As one of our "neighborhood coordinators" says at the large LTC facility where I work, "You're doing God's work." You're especially blessed to have good coworkers. I am discovering...

  2. Will AN let me post this?

    SeattleJess replied to handyrn's topic in General Nursing

    :dncgbby: Amen, baby! Ruby Vee gots the moves! Love your contributions to AllNurses,

  3. No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

    SeattleJess replied to OCNRN63's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much! That's a great little motto and it's coming just in time to help me with some big ol' nasty challenges at work. Negativity, criticism and blame - you end with me! :thankya:,...

  4. Never Too Old for Nursing School

    SeattleJess replied to Biosciencegeek's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you, GrnTea. Beautifully written and

  5. Front of the line (semester about to begin)

    SeattleJess replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Students

    Enjoy the ride and consider buying (or renting) your books from Amazon.com instead of the school bookstore. I bought the books I thought I'd want to keep and rented the rest. Then I used the money I...

  6. landing an ICU job

    SeattleJess replied to cd365c's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Volunteer, if you can, so you can get to know the culture and people of the hospital. That may be tough, though, because volunteers don't seem to be allowed close to patient care. (Liability?) Also,...

  7. PLEASE I HAVE A QUESTION about nursing scheduales...

    SeattleJess replied to RN2bBevy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ..depending on the cost of living. Gotta look at both sides of the balance

  8. Talking to self during exam

    SeattleJess replied to angieb26's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, I talked my way through every skill! I was being tested in a small room where another applicant was also being tested at the same time. The examiner was, of course, only human. I didn't want to...

  9. It's Finally Hitting Me

    SeattleJess replied to TCloud25's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Yes, indeedy! I got my notice in May, orientation in June and waiting for school to start at the end of September. For me, it's been a rollercoaster ride of emotion, not just one emo event and then...

  10. Can you check my dosage calc problem?

    SeattleJess replied to Qteapi's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Whew! Thanks, Esme12!!! That's such a less terrifying way to think of it! (Seeing monsters under every bed now that the start date for nursing school is six weeks

  11. Can you check my dosage calc problem?

    SeattleJess replied to Qteapi's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I haven't started nursing school yet so I'm not "thinking like a nurse" but here's how I figured it: Goal is to administer 750 mg of the drug. I'll prepare a solution of 1g/20mL. Convert to the same...

  12. Mispronunciations That Drive You Nuts

    SeattleJess replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Post-natal bags! For keeping the placenta as a

  13. Oh sweet relief!

    SeattleJess replied to AspiringNurseMW's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Awesome! You're an inspiration to stay open, keep making the effort and never, ever give up. Bet that mindset will serve you well in school. Doin' the Happy Dance for you!

  14. Fired for being an LVN!

    SeattleJess replied to CaliBoy760's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    brattygrl, we must have been typing at the same time! I don't think you're mean at all. "Brilliant

  15. Fired for being an LVN!

    SeattleJess replied to CaliBoy760's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This sucks mud. Next time a freaked out nurse calls you, could you suggest to them that s/he contact his/her manager to see about hiring you as a consultant or returning you to a position as a...

  16. Scrubs in school

    SeattleJess replied to allnurses's topic in General Students

    More form-fitting and either made of stretchy material or with stretchy material panels to accommodate.... well, stretching, of course! A gazillion more pockets, including a zippered one and pen slot....

  17. Quickest/best way to become a nurse and make money during the process - HELP!

    SeattleJess replied to guest829834's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it's worth getting your CNA and working. If you're lucky, you'll be able to work in a place where you'd like to be an RN but even if not, it's great experience and can be relatively...

  18. Germs, germs, and more germs

    SeattleJess replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    No, no, no! Eliminate the word "antibiotic" from this toon and I laugh. But in view of all we know about increased resistance of bacteria due to overuse of antibiotics this is not funny. I do use good...

  19. Is There a Nursing Career that Will Allow me to be in the Lab and Help Patients?

    SeattleJess replied to jlamar11's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    jlamar, I shared your interest in combining nursing and research lab work. I spent time looking into it and concluded that it's an either/or proposition. There are gazillions of opportunities for...

  20. Is There a Nursing Career that Will Allow me to be in the Lab and Help Patients?

    SeattleJess replied to jlamar11's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    HouTx, thanks for your definition! I've been reading ahead for when nursing school begins for me at the end of September. I floundered and flailed in the books about "nursing diagnosis", trying to...

  21. Never Too Old for Nursing School

    SeattleJess replied to Biosciencegeek's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    calistudent818, what excellent and exciting plans! I love the idea of keeping in touch and encouraging each other on our paths. Feel free, all y'all, to PM me anytime, too. (Especially among those of...

  22. Never Too Old for Nursing School

    SeattleJess replied to Biosciencegeek's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Exercise and diet? Oh, LORD, yes! Though recovery time is getting shorter and the agony of "de feet" is lessening. (My pedometer app told me I was walking 6.5 to 9.5 miles a shift. That's strain on a...

  23. Resume Tips: Perfecting Nursing Resume, Cover Letter, Online Job Applications

    SeattleJess replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for this rich trove of information! Your article left me feeling excited and hopeful about succeeding in the nursing job hunt. I think the link to job key words will be especially helpful...

  24. Decisions.. your Opinion

    SeattleJess replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Keep your eyes on the prize! Undoubtedly it will get tough but it won't last forever. The second-year students at my school advised us that the No. 1 tip for nursing school is to get a good day...

  25. Never Too Old for Nursing School

    SeattleJess replied to Biosciencegeek's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Biosci, you made my day! I did not know that 60 is the new 40! Your mentor sounds awesome. Thanks for reminding me not to get tangled up in the averages but to strive to be an outlier, like your...