NurseEmmy

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  1. Scary Nurses

    NurseEmmy posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am at a loss. Why do we continue to allow scary nurses to continue to practice? Why do employers continue to keep these nurses around? The nurse "training" me right now sleeps for several hours...

  2. Scary Nurses

    NurseEmmy replied to NurseEmmy's topic in General Nursing

    I can tell you I am not exaggerating. While I was in "orientation" for this role I am far from a newbie nurse. I have worked night shift for some time and can understand the need to take a quick nap,...

  3. Indiana Board of Nursing Question

    NurseEmmy replied to alipeters5111's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I wouldn't panic yet. Call Monday and see what they can do to help. I am sure there is proof somewhere, it just has to be found. Ivy Tech typically requires proof. Maybe contact them to see if they...

  4. Current Ivy tech LPN to RN transition students

    NurseEmmy replied to Nurseteej's topic in Indiana Nursing

    It isn't typically offered in the summer at SB, but due to so many failing there is a rumor it might be offered for certain students. Don't let that worry you though. They are changing instructors...

  5. When to apply?

    NurseEmmy posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been an LPN for 11 years. I am graduating from an ASN program this May. It's a mix of traditional and transition students like myself. My question is when do you guys think I should apply? If I...

  6. When to apply?

    NurseEmmy replied to NurseEmmy's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I was just so surprised to hear that so many were applying so

  7. Yacker Tracker in the NICU ???

    NurseEmmy replied to Bezoars's topic in General Nursing

    So did they account for alarms, crying families, or crying babies? NICU's tend to be quiet on the staff front. It's thing out of your control that makes them "noisy". Hopefully this passes

  8. Would you give up a great federal job to pursue a nursing degree

    NurseEmmy replied to Divalish918's topic in General Students

    I'd stay in the job you love. Nursing is not for everyone and takes A LOT of

  9. Current Ivy tech LPN to RN transition students

    NurseEmmy replied to Nurseteej's topic in Indiana Nursing

    3 semesters. Summer, Fall, and Spring. At least at the SB

  10. I GOT IN!

    NurseEmmy replied to alexisbj's topic in General Students

    Congrats! You are about to embark on the most exhausting/frustrating/expensive/and time consuming adventure. Hopefully you are one of those who graduate and pass NCLEX. Get as many of your affairs in...

  11. Smoking Nurses

    NurseEmmy replied to broobrum58's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think nurses are no different than the rest of the population. Everyone knows how awful smoking is for you. Everyone knows it can lead to lung cancer. Sure nurses may have a more in depth knowledge,...

  12. TB test looks positive, i begin ob rotation in 2 days

    NurseEmmy replied to RUBYMARTINEZ's topic in General Students

    We can't offer medical advice per TOS, but I will say make sure that it is a true positive. There are a lot of people who have no idea what a true positive test looks like. Just because it is...

  13. Given the boot 2 weeks before graduation

    NurseEmmy replied to sealford's topic in General Students

    This is fairly common with nursing programs in general. My LPN program 10 years ago required I passed a similar test to officially graduate. My current ADN program also has requirements about passing...

  14. Texas did not take my NCLEX in five years now told need to do program again.

    NurseEmmy replied to georgestump's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you have a family to support why did you wait 5 years to take NCLEX? I'm not sure what states if any will allow you to take your boards at this point. I would start cold calling boards of...

  15. Indiana State University - FNP

    NurseEmmy replied to hotpinkkel's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Sorry I don't know anything about that program. I would contact the school and see if they can give you the contact info of current and previous grads. I would also ask to speak with the Dean about...

  16. Worried about testing positive (drug test)

    NurseEmmy replied to neuron's topic in General Students

    I wouldn't worry too much. Just wear gloves as much as possible when handling these types of meds, wash your hands often, and try to not breathe them in (all things you said you are already doing). I...

  17. Advice on the bridge?

    NurseEmmy replied to Brooke2013's topic in LPN to RN

    I'm in a bridge program after being an LPN since 2006. I too have young children and MUST work full time to keep our lights on. It is tough, but doable for the most part. I would just finish now. I...

  18. School Drug Test issue

    NurseEmmy replied to HtownLVN's topic in LPN to RN

    All I can say is good luck. It sucks being sick, but you know taking someone else's Rx isn't ok. These random drug tests are why. You never think it is going to happen until it does. If you have to go...

  19. Bed Bugs

    NurseEmmy posted a topic in General Nursing

    So I work in an AL facility. We have a resident with a bed bug problem in her apartment. The facility has been "treating" this for 1-2 months now. They have a pest guy come and spray once a week. I...

  20. Bed Bugs

    NurseEmmy replied to NurseEmmy's topic in General Nursing

    If only I could stand to touch them I might try

  21. Bed Bugs

    NurseEmmy replied to NurseEmmy's topic in General Nursing

    I was already looking to get out. I am in a full time LPN-ADN transition program which is making it hard to find another job. My schedule is pretty stable, but no one wants the inconvenience of...

  22. Does it get easier?

    NurseEmmy replied to armadaLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    I became an LPN 10 years ago. I am currently in an LPN-ADN transition program at a local CC. Our group is mixed in with the 2nd year ADN students. I think I am much more prepared overall than some of...

  23. Meeting with the nurse manager?

    NurseEmmy replied to EaRNednotgiven's topic in General Students

    I would bring something nice to change into. Nothing too dressy, but more professional than scrubs you've worn all night. Good luck and congrats on making it this

  24. FAILED. Now what?

    NurseEmmy replied to Leopold90's topic in General Students

    Nursing school is tough. It seems like the world dumps on you when you are in school. I have lost 2 people I care about so far this program. I also can't find a job that I enjoy and yet get paid...

  25. How to get textbooks

    NurseEmmy replied to oldsockventriloquist's topic in General Students

    Our school bookstore will price match Amazon, but you have to pay the full price up front and then get a giftcard for the difference. Personally I tend to always buy textbooks, especially in nursing...