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  1. How to stay afloat as a new nurse in LTC

    Penholder replied to gainschool4lpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Listen to the CNAs, be thorough and be honest. And be nice. Tell a joke if you need to let some stress go. If possible-bring

  2. There's a Mousetrap In My Med Cart

    Penholder replied to 99percentangel's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Props to the nurses who face this every day. No props to the MDs who feel the need to have people on so many meds. I've seen a patient on 32 meds and 1/3 were

  3. Nail and skin care

    Penholder replied to Mandy110609's topic in General Students

    Burt's bees hand salve, bag balm or silicone

  4. I don't think I want to be a nurse anymore

    Penholder replied to Poly123's topic in General Students

    Nursing isn't for everyone, but thankfully there are MANY other areas of healthcare. 1) let your instructor/advisor know that you are going to email about concerns you have. You express yourself well...

  5. Do you think eating in the classroom is rude?

    Penholder replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Students

    To the OP. I work nights. I have class 9-1. Food and note taking are the only way I stay awake. However, I make extra effort to have it be quiet food since I record lectures. I am am sound sensitive...

  6. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    FYI. I am out of the system. So it should be

  7. Should I just quit nursing?

    Penholder replied to MikeDee1234's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've been a cna for 11 years. Believe me that I was In the same position when I started. There is a lot to remember. Do what you can to get people to bed and then do your own rounds go check your...

  8. Pregnant CNA; afraid

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

    1) you can do this job when pregnant. I did it twice. Learn to ask for help and know your limits. If you aren't getting the help you need then you need to address with with your supervisor. Go up the...

  9. Hands around neck when moving

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

    NO!!! i have used the shoulders if height was a issue (once or twice in 10 years). A safer option is to use 2 gait belts. One around them and one around you. Have them grasp the gait belt. The the...

  10. new CNA first job 9 residents

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

    9 makes me nostalgic. Learn to plan ahead. Once you know the residents routine learn how to work it into your

  11. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    What I heard from a BHSN student is that the BSN progression will be effective for 2015 entering

  12. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I did a similar class for Gen Bio. I loved being able to do labs at home and redo them as needed to learn more. now I am using the same experiments with my boys for science

  13. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    FYI-I haven't been withdrawn yet...so there is

  14. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Don't give up! BHSN is known to exhaust their list and call people who were qualified and offer a spot. It has happened before. Just move on with life but be ready for the happy

  15. Maslow's hierarchy of Needs.

    Penholder replied to psychgeribuff's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm a CNA (starting nursing school in sept-but 11 years in the trenches). YES! And you warmed my little nursing student/human service grad heart

  16. Waitlisted 2014 Community Colleges

    Penholder replied to pcatorn's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Turtles: where are you going to nursing

  17. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I haven't been removed yet...so the numbers aren't up to date. BHSN is known to admit to day

  18. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Take stats! One of the most useful classes. You WILL use at least the theory

  19. Holyoke c.c. Or Becker college?

    Penholder replied to Hibbzem17's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    The nclex and job placement rate alone would make Becker worth it for me. The outdated equipment is a bummer as well. Also, look at where clinical is and what the locations have to offer. If your...

  20. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    There is another seat available. Just sent my thanks but no thanks. It was (thisclose). Good luck to all of

  21. New Geri-Psych unit opening Monday..

    Penholder replied to HAWKIRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Mandy touches on great ideas. The more sensory based the better! I've even been able to engage a crowd with ballon ball! And if you have people that like word searches, highlighters make it easier...

  22. New Geri-Psych unit opening Monday..

    Penholder replied to HAWKIRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Welcome to Geri-psych! Activities: we get mileage out of baking, reminiscing and laundry folding (brightly colored towels work best). My quick hint for Geri-psych is HAALTT-P. When some when someone...

  23. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Kellyre-I thought the same thing. I was told they accept 120 because that is what the lecture hall holds. I am still waiting for my transfer credits to show up before I decide for

  24. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Look on the bottom of your post next to reply and

  25. Admission to BHSON 2014

    Penholder replied to Futurenursetlc's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Under edit you should be able to delete your