ICRN2008 BSN, RN

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    Medicaid. Is it being abused?

    ICRN2008 replied to SWFlorida's topic in Emergency

    I know someone who is on Medicaid, lives in a rent-assisted apartment, receives day care assistance and receives free school as well. This is all because she had a baby out of wedlock at a young age....
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    Rhogam question

    ICRN2008 replied to lsyorke's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The OP specifically asked about the effect on Rh typing. Rhogam DOES NOT have an effect on Rh (D) typing of the mother. The only way this could happen is if there was a SIGNIFICANT fetal-maternal...
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    Rhogam question

    ICRN2008 replied to lsyorke's topic in Ob/Gyn

    ABO group is determined in the laboratory by both forward and back typing, meaning that both the cells and the serum are tested. By contrast, Rh type is determined only by forward typing. Because...
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    admission into uic direct entry program

    ICRN2008 replied to jabez's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I was considering applying to the program last spring while waiting for an admissions decision for an accelerated BSN program. I ended up not completing my application but I did gather quite a bit of...
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    Are there any Illinois hospitals I should avoid?

    ICRN2008 replied to raindrop's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Does anyone know about the University of Chicago Hospitals, specifically for a new grad? Thanks in
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    Bachelors and Masters - How to get a BSN

    ICRN2008 replied to warriorprncsrb's topic in General Nursing

    Most second-degree accelerated BSN or direct-entry MSN programs require about 20-30 credits of prerequisites related to nursing. You probably have some of the social science classes, but you might...
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    Accelerated BSN/pursuing nursing career

    ICRN2008 replied to fulwood's topic in General Nursing

    I am in an accelerated program that lasts 16 months; we have one more year to go! I would check out http://www.allnursingschools.com to find programs in your area. Good luck!
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    MA's Calling Themselves Nurses?

    ICRN2008 replied to Sheri257's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that this is a continuing problem in many settings. I just called my physician's office a few weeks ago and asked to speak to the nurse. The receptionist put the MA on the phone (I know this...
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    How does Nursing rank in comparison to other majors in difficulty?

    ICRN2008 replied to CRNAhopefulguy's topic in General Students

    Great response! I agree completely with
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    Need some advice

    ICRN2008 replied to shena25's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome to the site! I was born in St. Joe, is that anywhere near you? All nurses are trained as generalists, and after becoming licensed you can choose to specialize in a specific area (such as OB)....
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    24-hour shift?

    ICRN2008 replied to jen42's topic in General Nursing

    Is it possible for you to quit one of your jobs? Working a 24 hour shift isn't safe, and you could risk losing your license if something happens... Good luck with whatever you
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    How does your facility handle holidays??Looking for advice on a problem.

    ICRN2008 replied to IrishNurseColleen's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto. It's unfortunate, but unavoidable in most cases. It might actually turn out to be a very rewarding experience both for your children and for the
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    Become a nurse in just 12 months!!!

    ICRN2008 replied to askater11's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am just finishing the first semester of an accelerated, 16-month BSN program. The only difference between the Accelerated and Traditional programs at my school is the time frame. We go straight...
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    Is Your Last Name On Your Badge?

    ICRN2008 replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    I started a thread about this at the beginning of the semester. I never did get anywhere with our current level coordinator, but we were not required to wear our badges in the setting to which we were...
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    I had some trouble with a CNA...should I talk to the manager?

    ICRN2008 replied to bth44's topic in General Nursing

    This is assault and at the very least needs to be documented and reported to your supervisor. If the situation gets out of hand, you can file a police report. Do you have any witnesses? The only way...
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    I had some trouble with a CNA...should I talk to the manager?

    ICRN2008 replied to bth44's topic in General Nursing

    In my opinion this is a potential patient safety issue, and I am surprised that more people haven't identified it as such. If the CNA does not have enough self control to keep her hands to herself...
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    ER Pet Peeves

    ICRN2008 replied to ERERER's topic in Emergency

    FYI if you've ever had a migraine so bad that it requires medical attention, you'd know that it's impossible to drive yourself to the ER or urgent care. You need someone else to bring you (ie. a...
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    Nursing supply

    ICRN2008 replied to coltrane02's topic in General Nursing

    It is true that many community colleges have long waiting lists, but some ADN programs and most BSN programs admit based on GPA, test scores, interviews, or other factors. I suggest talking to an...
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    Clinical Doctorate in Anesthsia

    ICRN2008 replied to Lambert5883's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    This is not exactly true..my sister is a PharmD doing a clinical residency, and she is called "Dr" by some physicians on the floors. She went to school for seven years plus one year of residency, and...
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    wearing perfume to work

    ICRN2008 replied to acaringnurse's topic in General Nursing

    As someone who has migraines triggered by strong perfumes or colognes, I am definately appreciative when my fellow students or co-workers adhere to the no-scents policy. I only wear scented body...
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    Geriatrics class in nursing program?????

    ICRN2008 replied to Soon-to-be-NurseJess's topic in General Nursing

    I am in a BSN program, and we have a gerontological nursing class as a requirement for graduation. From what I understand, they added the course to our curriculum because of an AACN requirement or...
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    Shoe question...

    ICRN2008 replied to slu_rn's topic in Emergency

    I started out in September with one pair of Dansko clogs, and now I have three! I recommend http://www.zappos.com if you can't find them in your
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    what is a med-tech

    ICRN2008 replied to lynnie17's topic in General Nursing

    This is a link to a thread about Medication Nurse Assistants. They are not the same thing as a medical technologist by a long shot. I am a med tech, so let me fill you in: Medical technologists have...
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    Nurse Practitioners

    ICRN2008 replied to poetryeclipse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    An associate's degree in medical assisting might be helpful, but it's not necessary to become an NP. You will need a BSN (bachelor of science in nursing) or an ADN (associate's degree in nursing)...
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    What was harder? Non-nursing bachelors or ADN?

    ICRN2008 replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    I have a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, and so far I am finding the nursing program to be easier (less science and math) but also more tiring (more papers and projects). As JaneyW...