vampiregirl BSN, RN

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  1. vampiregirl

    Chronic Tissue Injury

    vampiregirl replied to Patrick Williams's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Based on the description, sounds like you've already identified pressure and shearing as concerns that need addressed... So skin care, protection and pressure offloading are all appropriate strategies...
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    Need Virtual Wellness Ideas

    vampiregirl replied to happy.persimmon's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Are there current self-care/ wellness tools that your hospital already has in place? Along with other things that you decide to implement, this would be a great time to review current resources which...
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    Vaccine mandate?

    vampiregirl replied to GatezRN's topic in Camp

    We are waiting until it gets closer to camp to see what current CDC recommendations are regarding covid
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    On-call hospice nurse

    vampiregirl replied to lwheatley's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I'll be interested to see what other agencies do for "tuck-ins"... My experience with "tuck-ins" has been a brief initial visit to admissions (or change in location) especially if it's late in...
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    The Color of Care

    vampiregirl replied to Yvette Aidoo-Forson's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Thank you so much for this article! I have been aware of the disparities for many different groups across the healthcare continuum and have always tried to ensure I am providing quality care to...
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    Clarification

    vampiregirl replied to TaylorHM1992's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Awesome! I think that this will end up saving you time chasing dc orders on
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    Health Statistics

    vampiregirl replied to SBHolmes's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Also, it's a good idea to verify once you select a statistics course with whatever program you are completing this course for that it will be accepted. Good
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    Health Statistics

    vampiregirl replied to SBHolmes's topic in Online Distance Learning

    One idea would be to see if a community college near you or an in state college offers this course. Most institutions seem to be offering many online options and these are typically the least...
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    Vaccine mandate?

    vampiregirl replied to GatezRN's topic in Camp

    Not mandatory for campers, encouraged for staff. Some international staff are required though by their staffing agency though from what I
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    Severe Depression In Career Choice

    vampiregirl replied to SmellTheRose94's topic in Health, Stress Management

    With Summer coming, camp nursing might be an area to consider - even for a week. At least for me, camp is a place to recharge as a nurse. Everything about that environment is helpful to me -...
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    wound care training/shadowing oppts

    vampiregirl replied to Yellow Tulip's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Hospice/ palliative care might be another option for you if you are comfortable driving in various conditions. Most hospices are always looking for PRN nurses and many offer very flexible...
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    wound care training/shadowing oppts

    vampiregirl replied to Yellow Tulip's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I became interest in wound care when I was working in long term care. Most facilities have a wound care nurse - you may want to reach out to some local long term care facilities to see if you can make...
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    On-call hospice nurse

    vampiregirl replied to lwheatley's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Welcome to hospice and palliative nursing! It's truly an amazing area of nursing. I found it to be a bit of a learning curve as some of the philosophy/ teaching is so different compared to other...
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    New Camp Nurse -

    vampiregirl replied to Memeinscrubs's topic in Camp

    As for med administration - I would recommend starting by looking at the previous system; both what worked and what didn't work instead of reinventing the wheel. State regs also need to be considered...
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    Questions for getting started in this specialty

    vampiregirl replied to quickkarma's topic in Camp

    I'm a hospice nurse who volunteers for one week each Summer at a YMCA Camp. It's the same camp that I spent the summers of my high school years working in the kitchen! The camp is 10 min from my...
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    Clarification

    vampiregirl replied to TaylorHM1992's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Something that was helpful for me when I was working in home health was to be proactive when obtaining my initial orders such as specifying when the dressing could be discontinued. I would also...
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    Newbie needing advice

    vampiregirl replied to pupmom1's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Become familiar with the current wound care products that your facility uses - look up the manufacturer sites for specific info. When you encounter a new product, learn about it. I also...
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    Newbie needing advice

    vampiregirl replied to pupmom1's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Here's a link to my favorite pressure ulcer staging resource: https://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/2020-10/SKIN apple poster HSC final
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    Salary or Hourly On-Call Overnights

    vampiregirl replied to SunDazed's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Good Luck SunDazed! Hospice is an amazing area of nursing. I actually enjoy the challenge of on call, there's a lot of diversity in the visits and a lot of critical thinking/ problem...
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    WCC Longer Programs vs Shorter Online Programs

    vampiregirl replied to SmellTheRose94's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    You will probably want to see how your experience aligns with the certification you are interested in. I ended up opting for "part time" as even though I was working full time hours, only part of...
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    CNA Instructor

    vampiregirl replied to exnavygirl-RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    You may want to check your state nurse's aide website to see if they have a curriculum and to ensure that your students are learning the skills to the criteria they will be assessed on when they take...
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    sterile technique q for foley insertion

    vampiregirl replied to allthesmallthings's topic in Infectious Disease

    Oh, I'm I've been laughed at - by patients and family members! But sometimes that lightens the mood and builds rapport, especially if it is a smooth catheter insertion. Catheter insertion can be...
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    WCC Longer Programs vs Shorter Online Programs

    vampiregirl replied to SmellTheRose94's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Here's a link that compares the requirements for the main certifying agencies which might be helpful as you are considering options......
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    WCC Longer Programs vs Shorter Online Programs

    vampiregirl replied to SmellTheRose94's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I'm WCC certified. I fulfilled my wound care experience hours working in SNF's and hospice/ home care. As for the educational requirement, I completed the online course that University of Southern...
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    Salary or Hourly On-Call Overnights

    vampiregirl replied to SunDazed's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    If I were considering a position like this I wound want to know how many hours are typical to be working (including visits, documentation, driving, phone calls etc). Census and geographic area...