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  1. FSCJ Nursing - Spring 2016

    andielbc posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Hello! I haven't seen a thread for FSCJ Spring 2016, so I thought I'd start one. Who all is planning on applying for this term start? If anyone is in the program already, any advice?? Look forward to...

  2. PCT who is torn on what to do

    andielbc replied to Hudso1cm's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Have you had any luck finding a program that works with your schedule? Try one of the community colleges or aim for your ADN first. Where I go they have a night cohort available for those that work...

  3. Can I refuse to work with a certain resident?

    andielbc replied to Newbie93017's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There are residents like that where I work, so I know what you're going through. It is pretty disheartening because you do want to provide them with care but they just won't let you and then lie about...

  4. PCT for Med/Surg Ortho Interview

    andielbc posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I am so excited!! After a year of constantly applying to any and all hospital positions, I've finally scored an interview at one of the area hospitals. The best part is that this is the hospital I'm...

  5. PCT for Med/Surg Ortho Interview

    andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you for the advice! I'm happy to report that the Unit Manager offered me the job and we're just waiting for HR to get in touch with me to finalize

  6. New CNA - how to prevent resident call-light overuse?

    andielbc replied to glittermoomin's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just saw this post and wondered if you'd managed to figure out a system? I hope so! I remember when I first started how frustrated I felt when my residents would press that call bell time and time...

  7. Gait Belt in the Shower?

    andielbc replied to newnurse703's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've never used a gait belt in the shower and never seen it done. I agree with the others in saying that if there is no grab bar, the situation needs to be evaluated for the pt's safety. As far as...

  8. Disappointed with Nurses at first job

    andielbc replied to ChristiHamm8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've been a CNA at a LTF for the past 2 years and it is exhausting work!! I'm currently looking for a job in a hospital as a CNA/PCT because I know that the work load isn't the same as in the nursing...

  9. Best Dosage Calc Text?

    andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it. And I've looked up Khan academy as I'd never heard of them.

  10. Best Dosage Calc Text?

    andielbc posted a topic in General Students

    I'm hoping I can get opinions from fellow nursing students. We've just started dosage calcs in my term and I am beyond frustrated that our "textbook" is an online thing that seems to exist only to...

  11. Best Dosage Calc Text?

    andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in General Students

    What exactly do you like about it? And thanks, I'll look it up as well.

  12. In need of ADVICE!

    andielbc replied to ashleyelayne's topic in General Students

    Most hospitals are happy to hire RNs with only an ASN as long as they commit to completing their BSN within 2 years of being hired. Maybe ask around to see what the nurses at your hospitals can tell...

  13. In need of ADVICE!

    andielbc replied to ashleyelayne's topic in General Students

    In my experience and where I live, I know for a fact that hospitals are less likely to hire you if you graduate from one of the big private/for profit schools. They sometimes even require you to have...

  14. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    They sent us an e-mail because we were reaching the 10 week period and no letters. Our window to get everything done was closing up, so they sped up the process that way. If you don't have anything by...

  15. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    I couple of weeks ago, I was on the same boat as you. I was pretty dead set on getting physical books. However, the Elsevier rep did a pretty good job of convincing me otherwise. To answer your...

  16. Should I work as a CNA before starting Nursing School?

    andielbc replied to eleah2's topic in General Students

    When I first expressed interest in nursing school, the nurses I know highly suggested I get a job as a CNA so I can get an idea of what kind of work I do. I work at an SNF and have not only become...

  17. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    From what Connections is telling me, we have to pay a couple weeks before classes start, but I'm not 100% sure on this, I'll be double checking on it. You don't have to pay anything at orientation....

  18. FSCJ Summer 2016

    andielbc replied to caseynsours's topic in Florida Nursing

    A bump in case anyone not in the group is around.

  19. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    Your graduation would be December

  20. Places to Live in Jacksonville

    andielbc replied to armymusic2013's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hello and an early welcome to Jax. :) To answer your question: As far as locations go, the UNF & beaches area are pretty expensive. I also know that the beaches have problems with B&E, just...

  21. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey, there. Sorry for the super late reply. The important thing is to take the board test at a licensed center. Technically you can take the exam without taking a CNA class, but I really recommend...

  22. Hospice: A Dream or a Nightmare

    andielbc replied to jeastridge's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    We love our hospice nurses so much. The hospice CNAs are pretty awesome as well. I definitely think that a nursing home and hospice work so well together.

  23. Jacksonville Fl and Im looking for a nursing program

    andielbc replied to eglover's topic in Florida Nursing

    A couple of my LPN coworkers are attending Jersey college and I have heard many complaints from them. Not only is it really expensive, but they said they were given books and not much else. Similar...

  24. Fscj rn class/ clinical schedules?

    andielbc replied to KNUR7777's topic in Florida Nursing

    Um, no? Unless they're planning on changing the entire program again, this is wrong. Classes are 3 days a week, includi your clinical day, and the day schedule doesn't have clinicals on the weekends....

  25. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida Nursing

    I currently work as a CNA at a nursing home and am looking to move on to a