calebsmom0822

calebsmom0822

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  1. Weekenders Working Weekday Holiday?

    calebsmom0822 replied to WeekenderSims's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with Jules. At my previous employer, I only worked weekends, and we still had to rotate holidays that fell during the week. Again, if everyone is rotating correctly, it should be done...

  2. Any lactation consultants here?

    calebsmom0822 replied to momx4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi momx4 I'm also an RN,BSN pursuing my IBCLC. I "plan" to sit for the exam in July. I can most certainly help you out, give you some pointers. Especially with documenting your breastfeeding contact...

  3. Volunteering on L&D/Mom Baby Floor

    calebsmom0822 replied to blueelle's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I actually was hired right out of nursing school into L&D. And this was with a regional hospital in SC. Though I only worked in L&D for 6 months before going into the NICU at another...

  4. starting on nights tomorrow. Question..

    calebsmom0822 replied to beachbum3's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked only night shifts, mostly 7pm to 7am my entire nursing career, including when I was a CNA/PCA for 6 yrs. I LOVE IT!! I'll have to agree with UK, that you'll find your own way of getting...

  5. RN to BSN

    calebsmom0822 replied to LucasRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm so glad that you decided to start this month!! Just keep your head up and if you need anything, just send me an email!! my last two classes that i started Monday are Economics and Capstone...I...

  6. Loved one soon to be passing

    calebsmom0822 replied to elizabeth8503RN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry for your grief and will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. I went through something very similar with my 84 yr old grandmother 3 yrs ago. She lived a full life and was such a...

  7. I am ITALY. Hi...

    calebsmom0822 replied to skyes's topic in General World

    Hello!! And welcome! I'm an American nurse living in Germany (my husband is with the US Army) We plan on making a trip to your beautiful country

  8. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure if you're misunderstanding my point. I do not speak German fluently, therefore I DO NOT work in a German hospital. I was speaking in terms of living in this country (GERMANY) Why should...

  9. nursing schools in Missouri

    calebsmom0822 replied to teague20's topic in General Nursing

    Zonnie pretty much listed the nursing schools in STL area. I graduated from Cox College of Nursing in Springfield, MO. I graduated 8 yrs ago, back then, I loved it and loved the instructors, and my...

  10. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    Bright eyes, I'm living this right now. I'm currently living in Germany, been here for over a year now, and am learning the german language. Even though German's are taught english in school, i don't...

  11. Which Master's Degree should I apply for?

    calebsmom0822 posted a topic in General Nursing

    OK, here's the deal. I am an RN with 8 yrs experience in the NICU. I will have my BSN this October. I have always been interested in becoming a IBCLC (International Board of Certified Lactation...

  12. Which Master's Degree should I apply for?

    calebsmom0822 replied to calebsmom0822's topic in General Nursing

    I completey understand your point :) I guess this is where I am on the fence. I'm hoping to get a job with WIC (I could get my hours through working there) while I'm going to school. OR, like you...

  13. Which Master's Degree should I apply for?

    calebsmom0822 replied to calebsmom0822's topic in General Nursing

    wow, thank you so much for your insight. :) yes, i've researched the IBCLC website and am aware about how rigorous it is, thus my reasoning behind going for the Master's degree in Lactation. It...

  14. Which Master's Degree should I apply for?

    calebsmom0822 replied to calebsmom0822's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I've acquired breastfeeding counseling hours from my 8 yrs NICU experience but since i"ve been here in germany, its been difficult finding a job. I'm hoping to work for WIC in the next month or...

  15. Which Master's Degree should I apply for?

    calebsmom0822 replied to calebsmom0822's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for you advice. Yes, I'm overseas, since I'm a military wife, I'm able to work on US Military posts. :) Teach....ick...I'm not sure I have the patience. LOL Who knows, you could be...

  16. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    I love to "pretend" sometimes that I don't know a lick of spanish, just to see what some people may say around me. And then when I bust out with some spanish comment in regards to what they said, they...

  17. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    No, I would not feel uncomfortable if they were speaking their own language around me in the break room. Second of all, I do speak a second language (spanish) however I "personally" would not engage...

  18. chamberlain college of nursing

    calebsmom0822 replied to student21's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have been an online student with Chamberlain College of Nursing for nearly a year now, I've been in the RN-BSN program and will graduate in October. I have NEVER had any issues with any of the...

  19. any experience with Chamberlain College?

    calebsmom0822 replied to bansplt2's topic in Nursing Career

    I will be graduating from Chamberlain College of Nursing this october. It took me a year to complete. Though the name is fairly new, the college based out of St.Louis isn't. It used to be Deaconess...

  20. Chamberlain College of Nursing experience?

    calebsmom0822 replied to mommy2three2's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I will be graduating this October with my BSN from Chamberlain College of Nursing, however I have been in the online RN-BSN program. If you would like any information please feel free to private...

  21. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    Thank you!! And this is what I failed to mention in my other reply. If this is in the breakroom, and obviously not about patient care, then who cares if they are speaking their native tongue. But out...

  22. "English Only" Rule at Work?

    calebsmom0822 replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in General Nursing

    Jessy, I'm like you, I'm a caucasian but speak fluent spanish. When I was a CNA working in San Diego, the majority of the nurses and cna's were from the philipines and spoke their native tongue...

  23. Looking to work in San Diego: Need some advice! :)

    calebsmom0822 replied to reesepiece's topic in California Nursing

    I worked at Sharp and Kaiser Permanente. Both are very good hospitals, and I do hear great things about UCSD. You also have Children's Mercy too. There are several hospitals in San Diego. I miss S.D...

  24. I Need An Lvn, RN, and APN To Interview For School!!

    calebsmom0822 replied to kamelkillr's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi Kamelkillr, Where are you stationed overseas??? I'm overseas too. I doubt you'll be able to send a PM yet b/c you need a certain number of posts, but feel free to go to my profile and check my...

  25. What nursing school did everyone attend?

    calebsmom0822 replied to SoontobeAdrienneRN's topic in General Nursing

    prenursing 07 For Cox College, my gpa prior to admission was 3.0. This was back in 1998, not sure if the admission requirements are any different. Have you checked the school website? I can't seem to...