Cal-Neva

Cal-Neva

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  1. ANCC-FNP Exam- new test version 4/7/2016- PASS

    Cal-Neva replied to lwlwlwlw's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes! You hit it right on the nose. I primarily used Barkley Live review materials and the Leik book. I honestly have no idea how I passed because there was almost zero research and leadership...

  2. Reno/Sparks/Carson City Preceptor Needed

    Cal-Neva posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Good evening, I am searching for an NP or MD preceptor in the Reno/Carson City/Sparks area in Northern Nevada. I am in a Family Nurse Practitioner program, and I am in need of two Family Medicine...

  3. The Admission Process: Make Sure You Actually Say Something of Importance!

    Cal-Neva replied to pinkiepieRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Sounds like you hit the nail right on the head here. Either during their orientation no one ever sat down with them to exemplify a proper admission note, or they never took the time to learn. I can't...

  4. high school student needs all info

    Cal-Neva replied to natayjia123's topic in General Students

    This is not a requirement, and may never happen. A few years ago, I believe it was ANCC, recommended all NPs have a DNP, but there has been no push to make this a requirement, and there aren't even...

  5. We're not here for that

    Cal-Neva replied to happynurse49's topic in General Students

    What a bunch of poop, both literally and figuratively. Good on you for stepping up, helping the patient, and setting an example for your classmate. I graduated with a girl who claimed "I don't do...

  6. Advice on snagging preceptors

    Cal-Neva posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I just started an FNP program in December, and soon I will have to start securing my own preceptors for clinicals. I have already looked at the AANP network, have been trying to utilize professional...

  7. Advice on snagging preceptors

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thank you! Sounds like networking and connections are the best way to find preceptors. I appreciate your

  8. Advice on snagging preceptors

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I really appreciate the insight. I have already started to do this at my current job and so far seems there are a couple of promising options. Thank you so much for the

  9. Advice on snagging preceptors

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Anyone?

  10. Failed NCLEX-RN Twice... Need help please!

    Cal-Neva replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What I remember is that yes the review helps, but the most important thing is to do questions and more questions! Find out the areas that you are weakest in and study those really hard....then do more...

  11. Should I have pushed Doc for more?

    Cal-Neva replied to lovin's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    How could a patient be anxious when they are barely responsive??? MD attitudes like this really tan my hide. You did the right thing, and hopefully documented all of this. The only thing that might...

  12. What is your best experience in nursing?

    Cal-Neva posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Did you have a day that was amazing? Was it a patient that made you feel like a million bucks? Did you witness someone else do something great? I always like to hear these stories because it reminds...

  13. Can't we all just get along??

    Cal-Neva posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Long time lurker, new time poster. It seems to me that there is a lot of anger and hate directed toward one another on these boards. My question is WHY? It feels like these boards are just a microcosm...

  14. I Just Need To Vent A Bit... Or A Lot.

    Cal-Neva replied to PCnurse88's topic in Nursing Career

    Gosh this sounds terrible, and I hope all your hard work culminates soon for you! The only thing that I can think of that you may have thought of but didn't mention is certifications. Try and get...

  15. Lessons From the Super Bowl

    Cal-Neva replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    This! Admittedly you got me with Superbowl talk, but THIS! Innovative thinking and would help with nurse turnover and the costs associated with turnover. Where do I sign up?? That's great Esme12,...

  16. What is your best experience in nursing?

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Nurses Rock

    Haha! Great

  17. Can't we all just get along??

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I already apologized for this, no need to kick a dead horse. Also, I wasn't talking about cattiness behind the anonymity of the boards, that is the discussion that this thread has morphed into. My...

  18. Can't we all just get along??

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well

  19. Cnas and sheath caths

    Cal-Neva replied to Hugurqh's topic in General Nursing

    That is tough to be put in that position, especially if unit politics are involved. When in doubt go with the gut. Where I have worked CNAs and Techs were no allowed to remove invasive devices, that...

  20. job interiview

    Cal-Neva replied to bellefleur's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sounds promising, but in my opinion you don't have the job until you sign the offer letter. But all of those things are a great

  21. Sitting down in patient rooms.

    Cal-Neva replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Like most I do it when I can. I enjoy when I have that time because a better a connection is made between the patient and

  22. Can't we all just get along??

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for your opinion everyone. I appreciate all the constructive

  23. Which stethoscope do you like?

    Cal-Neva replied to ElanaJ's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I started out with the Littmann lightweight and while it was ok for general use, I found that on the patients with CHF and that were obese I had a real difficult time hearing heart tones. I received...

  24. What is your best experience in nursing?

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Nurses Rock

    Guess I should contribute. I have had quite a few memorable moments, but one that sticks out was when I worked in ICU. I took care of an elderly African American lady. It was clear that she was the...

  25. What is your best experience in nursing?

    Cal-Neva replied to Cal-Neva's topic in Nurses Rock

    That's awesome that you were able to find that. It is a great feeling. Thanks for