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  1. Anyone commute long distance to school everyday?

    oceanblue52 replied to LindsayRadun's topic in General Students

    I had a 25 minute drive for the first year of school, and 45-60 minute drive the second year. Having kids definitely makes it more challenging. Do you have family that can help out during clinical...

  2. Feeling burnt out

    oceanblue52 replied to Joy4021's topic in Psychiatric

    Some of the older nurses I work with call these patients as seeking "three hots and a cot." It's easy to get frustrated with them, especially if your state has a bed shortage and having to turn away...

  3. You've Got To Be Kidding Me

    oceanblue52 replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The gender questions can seem a bit odd at first, but it's nice to see that facilities are developing better awareness of LGBTQ populations, which can actually have a huge effect on treatment. As far...

  4. Developing sterile consciousness

    oceanblue52 replied to SAS2016's topic in Operating Room

    I'm not an OR nurse, so this suggestion might be a little odd. But have you considered signing up for a class teaches you to focus on somatic (body) movement, like dance or a sport of some sort? It...

  5. Advice needed

    oceanblue52 replied to adam3's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Haven't lived in Philly for awhile, but last I heard the job market is pretty brutal, because there are a TON of nursing programs in the area when you factor in the outlying suburbs. Pay will be...

  6. Looking at psych NP programs

    oceanblue52 replied to tokumoshi's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I have heard really excellent things about that program! Look into the WICHE program too, some of the NP programs in the Western states offer in state tuition if you live in a partnering state. This...

  7. Looking at psych NP programs

    oceanblue52 replied to tokumoshi's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The American Psychiatric Nurses Association has a comprehensive list of all the programs, might be easier to start there so you can break down your search by state. Where do you live? Several of the...

  8. BSN with recent dui denied to sit for the nclex California

    oceanblue52 replied to Timboslice's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    The CO BoN also asks about criminal history too, you would probably be better off appealing and getting started with a monitoring program in CA, so you are not having to deal with that AND the...

  9. Planners: Digital vs. Paper

    oceanblue52 replied to AnnPerkins's topic in General Students

    I personally love paper, have used the little Moleskine planners without fail for 10 years. They have a smallish thicker day by day planner that breaks things down by the day. It is much easier for a...

  10. What program is a good stepping stone before applying into the nursing program?

    oceanblue52 replied to Mbettencourt08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will need to look up the nursing programs you are interested in and make note of what pre-reqs are needed. Anatomy and Physiology, Chem I, Microbiology, and Nutrition are common classes that are...

  11. Recommended NCLEX studying time post graduation!

    oceanblue52 replied to BeautifulMe25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Everyone has different circumstances. You are wise to take a break after graduation. Personally, I took about 5-6 weeks doing Kaplan course and reviewing Saunders. Don't get too wrapped up in...

  12. Should Female Muslim Psychiatric Patients Be Allowed to Wear Hijabs?

    oceanblue52 replied to purplegal's topic in Psychiatric

    Every Psych hospital I have worked has allowed them, even with very ill patients. Otherwise it falls under religious

  13. Nursing school has made me not like nursing

    oceanblue52 replied to kilcawleymarco's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing school can be pretty awful depending on the clinical instructors you have and classmates surrounding you. Nursing is very different from school though. Why did you choose

  14. NCLEX Advice/Help Needed

    oceanblue52 replied to cosha's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Focus more on test questions rather than studying material. If there are basic concepts you really struggle with, like electrolyte values or NG tubes or something, save it for review the night before....

  15. Normal to be so tired on my days off? (I work day shift)

    oceanblue52 replied to TheRuralNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I've said this on a few threads, but the Phillips light alarm clock has been a life saver! They vary in costs, but the general purpose to gradually wake you up by mimicking the sunrise. I worked night...

  16. Nursing Shoes

    oceanblue52 replied to I<3NEPatriots's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    From my experience, Danskos are the worst! I rolled my ankle a few times in them even after they were fit at a proper store. Rolling my ankle inevitably has led to me tripping more times than not. I...

  17. 7 months in, got a new job offer. I don't know what to do!

    oceanblue52 replied to Nurse3467's topic in General Nursing

    It really depends on how much you love/hate your current job, and what your career goals are. Are you interested in Case Management? I am a bit biased against the bedside, but if you are enjoying...

  18. Stethoscope recommendation?

    oceanblue52 replied to floatingrib's topic in General Students

    I second the Littman, it makes a big difference. Unless you go into a very specific specialty, either model suggested by Double Helix will work fine in your first new grad job. Just keep a very close...

  19. Indiana State Boards Application Question

    oceanblue52 replied to alipeters5111's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Do you have any hard copy proof of passing your GED? My sister and I both had this issue...and we work in separate professions (she is a vet tech). She had a job denied because her high school...

  20. Job Interview: What are your strengths and weaknesses?

    oceanblue52 replied to Lev's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Asking about weakness is typically asked to assess how well you self reflect and work on personal growth. They don't expect you to be perfect at everything. Sometimes it helps to frame it as something...

  21. Antibiotic without the IV pump

    oceanblue52 replied to vuphan86's topic in Patient Medications

    You could frame the question more generally by asking what policies are in place for administering IVs...any decent employer will be happy that you are following protocol and being proactive in your...

  22. Which job better for career?

    oceanblue52 replied to Cdgagnon's topic in Canada

    Are you interested in acute care? It can be hard to transition back into a hospital if you go into community health, at least where I live in the U.S. The second job sounds pretty amazing though if...

  23. MH care plan plz help!!!

    oceanblue52 replied to Taranblake99's topic in General Students

    Schizo affective disorder is complicated, would suggest even googling the symptoms to get a better idea of what these patients struggle with. As far as depression goes...it is a complicated mix of...

  24. CNA --> RN. Worth it?

    oceanblue52 replied to FutureNurseWoman's topic in General Nursing

    It is worth it. Bedside nursing is one nursing specialty in a vast array of options. Stick with it if you can though, you will pick up on little bits of wisdom and clinical tips which will really...

  25. Experience for FNP

    oceanblue52 replied to HelloooRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    A couple of thoughts. What are your reasons for going back to NP school? FNP and Acute care are pretty different from each other, so you might want to do a little more self-reflection rather than base...