verene MSN

mental health / psychiatic nursing

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    Is anyone worried?

    verene replied to ksw1978's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I worry about it some what because I am so many years away from my eventual goals. But on the flip side, I think I'll have a good chance. I have non-nursing work experience that has given me some very...
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    How much education do you plan on receiving?

    verene replied to daetor2012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Long term I want to get my MSN. Not sure which path I'll end up taking to get there as there are a lot of options where I live. I hope to get into a direct entry MSN program for non-nurses once I am...
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    Should I get 6 mo-1 yr experience before applying for hospital?

    verene replied to mee9mee9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try getting the 6 months to year experience before applying if that is what all the local jobs want. While working another job if that is what you need to do try volunteering at one of the hospitals...
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    Anat & Phys I Over The Summer

    verene replied to SunkissedRN2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't know if it is a good idea or not, but I just signed up for A&P1 for summer quarter. I've talked to the instructor and she warned me it is very fast paced, because you go through the course...
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    Any CNA's out there want to answer a few questions?

    verene replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What state do you live in? Washington How long have you been a CNA? 5 months How long did it take you to find your first job? Less than a week. I got a call back the day after I applied on the first...
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    Hands around neck when moving

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

    At my training we were told to NEVER let the patient grab on to your neck/shoulders/upper arms because they can easily pull you over or inadvertently injure you. We were taught to have the patient...
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    Why should there be a certification to be a nursing assistant?

    verene replied to giraffe4's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    At lot of stuff that can be considered common sense, isn't always so common. The ALF where I work has some grandfathered in staff from before the CNA training was required to work there. You can tell...
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    Average Patient Ratio

    verene replied to souleater11's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I volunteer in a 15 bed facility, the are generally 3 RNs, and 3 techs (CNAs) on staff if both wings are in use. As for fresh grads... I think it depends on the facility, I know where I volunteer they...
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    Where can I take organic chem and nutrition online over the summer?

    verene replied to KS01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Try your local community colleges and universities. Many have online or hybrid classes during the summer. The nutrition should be easy to find online. You probably will not be able to find a chem...
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    Anyone taking summer classes?

    verene replied to Stephlynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking A&P1 this summer, and possibly a non-required psych class for personal enrichment. As for algebra I've been using khanacademy.org to review my math skills. Practice really does
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    Wedding rings at work

    verene replied to studentnursemon86's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I wear my wedding band at work, but it is a plain titanium and silver band with out any edges to catch on anything. If I had a ring with a stone or raised bits I'd probably wear it on a chain around...
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    Texas Anatomy and Physiology Requirements Change

    verene replied to TexRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I depends on the school. I know of one local school that has anatomy and physiology as separate courses, so you have to take Anatomy 5 credits and physiology 5 credits. Most schools that I've looked...
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    Which specialty would you like to end up in?

    verene replied to baseball mom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Currently I'm leaning very strongly towards psych, with interest in hospice, geriatrics/dementia care, and rehab nursing. This could change after going through clinicals, but I'll have to wait and...
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    volunteer suggestions

    verene replied to kenee23's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Check out the local hospitals for volunteer opportunities even if they don't hire LPNs. It's a way to gain a little more related experience and to network. I know a couple of people who've been hired...
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    Huge List of A&P Videos

    verene replied to x_factor's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Bookmarked so I can find this again when I start A&P next quarter! Thank you for compiling this list!
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    Panic mode! help with keeping up on my assignments...

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

    Take a deep breath. It's normal for things to feel a little crazy until you get the routine down. If you can for now, take notes to help yourself remember who does what when, and do not be afraid to...
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    I have a interview for nursing assistant position with no experience or certification

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

    I think the interview is likely to be difficult for you. Do you have any related experience at all? Care-giving for a family member? Volunteer work? Anything? Have you taking any kind of home care...
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    Comprehensive list of classroom-based PMHNP programs

    verene replied to priorities2's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    University of Washington -
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    Pre req during LVN program

    verene replied to Natasha A.'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Pre-reqs for an ADN or BSN program? Or for the LVN program? If it is for the LVN program you will have to have them done first. That is why they are pre-reqs. The LPN program I am looking at does...
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    Which Path? Want to be a PMHNP.

    verene replied to verene's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Anyone willing to respond? I'll simplify my question: I have the option to become a Psych NP via early entry masters program where I would get my RN at the end of year 1 and then continue on...
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    Pre reqs at community college v/s university

    verene replied to kwilson251's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It depends on the university, but my experience has been that community college is better for the pre-reqs. It's much cheaper, the classes are substantially smaller and easier to pass. My local...
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    2014 Wage Survey For CNAs, Medical Assistants, HHAs, PCTs: Post Here!

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

    What is your job title (CNA, medical assistant, medication aide, HHA, PCT, PCA)?: Residential Caregiver (CNA) Where are you located? Washington State What is your hourly wage? $11/hour Are you paid...
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    Effect of a grade of 'W'

    verene replied to tu_hopeful's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It really depends on the school and program. I've talked to professors about it and several have told me a "W" looks better than a poor grade, provided you have only one or two, because it shows the...
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    Psych to Psych NP, Need Advice?

    verene replied to folakasumu's topic in Psychiatric

    I know that OHSU has something like that... It's not direct BSN to DPN but it is a streamlined program from BSN through MSN to DPN and Psychiatric is one of the tracks offered for the streamlined...
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    Blood pressure: NY question

    verene replied to Raven.poe's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just took the skills test in WA, and it is possible to show up on the test. (I didn't have it, but another student did). I rarely have to take BP at work, but it is good to know how for those times...