SeattleJess

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  1. How to get EKG training?

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

    Yes, that's the case in my area as well! The local Red Cross does not offer EKG or phlebotomy training. Also, none of the community colleges offers a stand-alone EKG certification that would qualify...

  2. afraid of failing nursing!

    SeattleJess replied to AspiringRN27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Worry is praying for something you don't want. Set your mind on the course that you must follow to reach your goal. But first, be sure of your goal. I agree with the other posters that some career...

  3. Anyone else waiting to start RN program?

    SeattleJess replied to LifeIsGood76's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    :up:Congratulations on getting into the program of your choice! That's a happy achievement. Sorry about the wait; as an older student myself, I sympathize with your feelings of urgency. To anyone who...

  4. P A S S E D!!

    SeattleJess replied to GCom24's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Stellar achievement! Congrats on your pass and your new

  5. It's Official, I am Registered Nurse (RN)

    SeattleJess replied to May 2014's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    MLW84, that's flippin'

  6. It's Official, I am Registered Nurse (RN)

    SeattleJess replied to May 2014's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :)

  7. GPA to become a nurse?

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

    RunBabyRN, this is SO TRUE! The stupid things I did as a youngster... I once walked away from a class because I didn't like the instructor. It was too late to withdraw so when I didn't show up for...

  8. GPA to become a nurse?

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

    Sometimes the path is short and easy; sometimes the path is long and hard; sometimes the path leads us to a place we did not envision. Don't be discouraged. Everyone has abilities and we're all better...

  9. Whooping cough redux; your story?

    SeattleJess replied to nurseprnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I believe she's been both. (Critical thinking apparently not required for either

  10. 2 year hunt for first nursing job, sucessful.

    SeattleJess replied to Jessica14Lynne's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations! So much to admire about you: You are persistent; you learn from your experience and look for ways to improve (old friend EBP?); you are realistic ("cross that first hurdle"); you are...

  11. The beauty of nursing : midweek camping, hiking, boating, skiing, no crowds!

    SeattleJess replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    So true, TiffyRN! Everything you say about crowds in the city is true of weekend crowds on the trails. I love to hike but the Seattle area has grown so crowded that weekend hiking is turning into a...

  12. The beauty of nursing : midweek camping, hiking, boating, skiing, no crowds!

    SeattleJess replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I sure understand that! No more half marathons for me; I've used up the last of my bunionated, high-arched feet on pavements. Fortunately, I have the flexibility to move close to whatever job I find....

  13. The beauty of nursing : midweek camping, hiking, boating, skiing, no crowds!

    SeattleJess replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Bluenurse85, thank you! You will be my beacon of light as I travel toward that RN-working-12s goal. Evidence-based dreaming is

  14. The beauty of nursing : midweek camping, hiking, boating, skiing, no crowds!

    SeattleJess replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    No, no, no, I don't want to hear this! I'm past 50 and starting nursing school this fall. I was looking forward to those 12 hour shifts and the free time. Please. someone out there tell me oldsters...

  15. Thank you all

    SeattleJess replied to 4mykids04's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Great attitude! Have you read and used Test Success: Test-Taking Techniques for Beginning Nursing Students 6th ed. by Nugent & Vitale? If not, it might be something to help you to study smarter...

  16. You can survive!

    SeattleJess replied to RN1485's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wise advice! Congratulations on your success and your future as a nurse. You obviously had some critical thinking skills going into this and they can only be sharper coming out. I bet you'll be an...

  17. Shoreline Fall 2014

    SeattleJess replied to Journey of Hope's topic in Washington Nursing

    ... and now I can't lurk 'n' learn. My ignorance must come out into the open. Why would we need a smartphone for clinicals? I would think they'd just be a distraction, if not banned outright but I...

  18. DNR- Do Not Treat?

    SeattleJess replied to GinaCat's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Treatment cannot be withheld in Washington unless there is a written directive from the patient. In Washington state, DNR means "CPR should not be attempted in the event of heart failure." It doesn't...

  19. My First Patient Death

    SeattleJess replied to krisiepoo's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You delivered the gold standard of care. Death is never easy and as the old rabbi said, "When God gives us sorrow, we honor it with tears." Your sadness is a tribute to your open heart and your...

  20. Well done! Nothing happened

    SeattleJess replied to brianbooth's topic in General Nursing

    Brilliant idea, one that works and goes back to the Buddha and beyond: "Cultivate the good." Also, I've heard "Catch them doing something right." I'm going to do what I can to institute this into my...

  21. How many of you guys studied the TEAS this way

    SeattleJess replied to Mchs4735's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    I did the same as ScarletJones. I thought it would be good to have a baseline. Mine was in the high 70s. I also bought the two online tests from ATI and was very glad I did because they were a better...

  22. Why we do this...

    SeattleJess replied to TopsDrop's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you, TopsDrop, and everyone else who posted the positives. I'll start nursing school this fall. The posts about no jobs, understaffing, bad management, mean docs, bullying, corporate greed... I...

  23. Completed my 5 year contract successfully!

    SeattleJess replied to LilRedRN1973's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations! I'm happy for you and for the opportunities you'll have to be of service to others involved in addictions, directly or indirectly. Thank you so much for coming back and posting so...

  24. RNs who guide nursing students during clinicals (and do a dang good job of it!)

    SeattleJess replied to sarahdanielle14's topic in Nurses Rock

  25. I'm starting my CNA course on Thursday! (:

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

    You may want to consider signing up for some volunteer work in LTC after you pass your test. You probably won't be able to use most of your CNA skills, but in my experience LTC facilities are grateful...