PocketSize

PocketSize BSN, RN

Emergency, LTC

Member

  • Content

    94

  • Visitors

    5,258

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    8

All Content by PocketSize

  1. Is it bad to get b's in nursing school?

    PocketSize replied to ooomonkeys's topic in General Students

    My program: 75% or higher combined overall grade to pass onto the next semester. 80% or below in an exam means you have to meet with faculty to discuss why you scored that "low" and remediate/plan...

  2. College books are the biggest scams ever

    PocketSize replied to LPNtoRNin2016OH's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I bought books for the entire program from a previous student for $1,100 (recommended books included) and thought I was getting a deal...I had to get 2 "quick & dirty" books for clarification and...

  3. Nurses with tattoos. Long-sleeves?

    PocketSize replied to nastooz's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I got mine from Ink Armor. Got the light flesh tone color in XSS and it fits like a dream. Definitely better to wear in hot summer days than a long sleeve flex tee! Oh..I believe I got it for just...

  4. Med/Surg to ER: General work flow in ER at night

    PocketSize replied to ArrowRN's topic in Emergency

    I think she means how often those events happen. I work in the ED...once you're established in your own ED you start getting a feel of the patient population and what each day brings but alas, it's a...

  5. Should I change nursing schools? Does school reputation really matter?

    PocketSize replied to kduley13's topic in General Students

    I chose my local CC, $7k for my RN (not including books/supplies) then bridging over at a state uni for my BSN ($8k). Currently working at a magnet hospital despite graduating with only an RN....

  6. Studer?

    PocketSize replied to LEFTFLANKPAIN's topic in Emergency

    Find a new job and quickly. What if you lose your license over this? I'd be terrified to work there. Best of luck to you,

  7. I'm bored

    PocketSize replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    I loveeee F&E 😁 Some of my classmates hated

  8. Negotiating schedule as student nurse

    PocketSize posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    SORRY FOR THE LONG READ! Hi all, I'm due to start 2nd semester of nursing school next month. One of my goals this summer was to land a hospital job (which I've recently done). It will be in the unit...

  9. Negotiating schedule as student nurse

    PocketSize replied to PocketSize's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you so much for the answers guys! It actually all worked out. Yes, a lot of people on the unit are in nursing school so they've been very accommodating. All the best to everyone in the current...

  10. Not getting it as nurses- the view

    PocketSize replied to luv2's topic in General Nursing

    I've been offended and hurt by comments made by many people (patients, co-workers, pedestrians) regarding my race and treating me a certain way based off my ethnicity but I've learned to not take it...

  11. Nurses behavior towards CNA's?

    PocketSize replied to x0xerika's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've had similar happen during a shift. Usually when I'm in the middle of something and a nurse calls to delegate another task I say something along the lines of "ok, I'll do that as soon as I'm done...

  12. Thoughts on the "doctor's stethoscope"

    PocketSize replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    "Soy una enfermera, no una doctora"...for future reference

  13. ACLS?

    PocketSize replied to fedynaj's topic in General Nursing

    I would wait until 1 year experience. To sit for the CEN exam you need 2yrs specialty in your area and as you become more seasoned, things will make more sense. A lot of certification exams require...

  14. Anyone student nurses new in the hospital field?

    PocketSize posted a topic in General Students

    When you started working as a tech, what was your experience like? Did you fit in and feel welcome by the staff? Recently got hire in my a unit I wanted to work in when I graduated school but being in...

  15. Anyone student nurses new in the hospital field?

    PocketSize replied to PocketSize's topic in General Students

    Sorry for the few typos..blame

  16. What is your ER policy for lunch breaks?

    PocketSize replied to emergency_love's topic in Emergency

    Ahh!! I literally have the Canadian flag on my wall- LOVE that country :) let's hope I meet a Canadian in the future so I can move there

  17. What is your ER policy for lunch breaks?

    PocketSize replied to emergency_love's topic in Emergency

    What hospital do you work at and can I use you as a reference?! You are beyond blessed and I hope you realize that :0 We get 30min wether working 8, 10 or 12-hr shifts. Not enough I tell

  18. Needing advice.

    PocketSize replied to studentih's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was in your dilemma when I started nursing too. Cost was a huge driving factor in my situation and I opted for the ADN to BSN route. My ADN program is #1 in the state (we've beat John's Hopkins...

  19. What nursing specialty interests you the most for the future?

    PocketSize replied to kingvonnBSN2017's topic in General Students

    During nursing school pre-reqs, I volunteered at the hospital I wanted to work at in Mother/Baby because I was sure I wanted to be an L&D nurse. Ended up hating how slow paced the floor was....

  20. I want to be proactive while earning my ADN....

    PocketSize replied to nhunt's topic in General Students

    Same here. I graduate from my ADN program December 2016 and was recently hired at a magnet hospital...they said they hire ADN nurses but you must sign a contract promising to earn your BSN within 5yrs...

  21. American Red Cross CNA program

    PocketSize replied to kl516's topic in General Students

    I took an "accelerated" winter course from my local Red Cross to get my CNA. Paid $1250. Learned useful things. I am now headed to second semester in my nursing program and have to renew my license...

  22. Carpal/Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    PocketSize replied to NeoNurse2Be's topic in General Students

    My mom had carpal tunnel surgery about 10yrs ago. One hand first, recovery, then the other hand and recovery for the second one. I myself am getting a bit worried because my right hand has been numb...

  23. AACC Nursing vs UMSON Nursing

    PocketSize posted a topic in General Students

    I need some advice/opinions. I attend AACC now and wanted to graduate from their nursing program but FALL 2014 is full and I won't know if I have a spot in Spring 2015 until AUG 31. Should I go ahead...

  24. Anne Arundel Comm College Spring 15

    PocketSize replied to 3withmeinmd's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I'm in! The hardest thing is getting your freaking doctor's office to fill out physical

  25. An Unapologetic Reasoning On Why You Don't Want To Be A Nurse.

    PocketSize replied to Mr Midwife's topic in General Students

    Bless your quote! I feel the same