JustMeRN

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  1. pre-op screening ....

    JustMeRN replied to mdcp's topic in General Nursing

    I did this job for couple years. You will likely have a questionnaires / database you fill out, then guidelines to provide the patient instructions (ie no solids after midnight, clears til 4 hours...

  2. being a home health nurse if you have allergies and asthma?

    JustMeRN replied to hmlawrence0729's topic in Home Health

    It probably would not be a great fit. There are plenty of homes that are well kept, but even a large majority of those have pets. You have the right to ask that pets be put away, but there's still...

  3. Bsn w/in 6 yrs for job

    JustMeRN replied to Fauxtweet's topic in General Nursing

    I was given the ultimatum a few years back, so I quit a health system I had been with 12 years. I don't like being threatened. There was no tuition reimbursement, or pay raise. No thanks. Then i...

  4. Hours

    JustMeRN replied to IceQueenBandaidPrincess's topic in Home Health

    I work per diem, so I set my own hours and pick my days. I leave after I put them on the bus, I'm home to get them off the bus. Depending on the day I might spend 1-2 hours finishing up paperwork once...

  5. Rumors of courses changing?

    JustMeRN replied to MJB2010's topic in Western Governors University

    Yes, it has been replaced. Check your task stream instructions to see which version you

  6. Rumors of courses changing?

    JustMeRN replied to MJB2010's topic in Western Governors University

    Yes, they have. I just finished it and quite honestly I was my favorite class. The new class doesn't sound like a great

  7. Rumors of courses changing?

    JustMeRN replied to MJB2010's topic in Western Governors University

    Yes, EBP has changed. Depending on when you enroll there are 2 courses. The other one I don't

  8. is holistic nursing for me?

    JustMeRN replied to AmandaStamm's topic in Holistic

    Nope, nope, and nope. A clinic with listened medical professionals who refuse to use any pharmaceuticals is a big red flag. If you are looking into getting into acute care this will not only not...

  9. Organization systems and Quality Leadership C489

    JustMeRN replied to KBurns222's topic in Western Governors University

    I'm not saying you are trying to copy, not what I meant. I'm saying that Wgu standards of what constitutes cheating includes asking for and giving help to other students. I'm not arguing the merits of...

  10. Organization systems and Quality Leadership C489

    JustMeRN replied to KBurns222's topic in Western Governors University

    You need to contact a course mentor if you find you need help WGU academic integrity standards prohibit sharing of work or working together unless specifically instructed to do so. From the student...

  11. Does home health prepare a nurse to transition to NP?

    JustMeRN replied to HelloWish's topic in Home Health

    I agree with others, you are thinking too far ahead. One step at a time. Graduate and pass nclex first. Next, no, IMO, home health is not a good place for a new grad. You really need some time in...

  12. WGU statistics course changing?

    JustMeRN replied to Jm0136's topic in Western Governors University

    The worst part of stats is how scared it makes everyone. It's really not a terribly class. Repetition is the key though. Repeat the chapters and quizzes until you get it. Good

  13. Interested in doing the RN to BSN program

    JustMeRN replied to marnieshe's topic in Western Governors University

    Your best bet is to contact an admissions councilor to see how many credits you will have. As Commuter said, your experience will vary. I work part time with 2 very busy school age kids, and should be...

  14. Did you really want to be a nurse?

    JustMeRN replied to ljaquez's topic in General Nursing

    I sort of fell into a nursing program when I couldn't figure out what to do with my life. I never felt a calling or a passion, just a need for a challenging, rewarding career that I could support...

  15. The perfect Home Health Software.

    JustMeRN replied to Mike.Deck's topic in Home Health

    i think there are certain aspects of an assessment that could be prepopulated without causing concern. Things like wound location. That's not changing. Or maybe what would be better is the ability...

  16. Bags?

    JustMeRN replied to Morganalefey's topic in Home Health

    I bought myself this bag EZ View Med Bag - Hopkins Medical Products it it works out very well. I had an agency issued bag, it had just 2 large pockets and I could never find the dressing supplies I...

  17. The perfect Home Health Software.

    JustMeRN replied to Mike.Deck's topic in Home Health

    Spell check! I hate mis spelling things, but I'm not a great speller and I'm often typing too quickly to pick up errors (if I even notice them) and the text font is sooooo small (and not adjustable)....

  18. WGU RN to BSN - are the proctored exams / assessments hard?

    JustMeRN replied to Liljegren's topic in Western Governors University

    As others have said "hard" is subjective. Are the exams challenging? Yes. Are they achievable? Definitely. If you don't know the material you will have to study and learn it. If you know the...

  19. Who here is starting April 1?

    JustMeRN replied to nortonplusRN's topic in Western Governors University

    The worst thing about statistics is that everyone is scared of it. It's really not that bad. Whatever you do don't procrastinate it, just go for it! good luck to you all, I'm 7 credits from...

  20. The Dangers of Ignoring "Conventional" Treatment

    JustMeRN replied to dinah77's topic in Holistic

    If I recall correctly, this young woman was advised her odds of survival would be very good if she underwent a high arm amputation. She chose Gerson therapy. She did well for a few years and I believe...

  21. Objective Assessment for Community Health (C228)

    JustMeRN replied to Phillysteve's topic in Western Governors University

    I felt this test wasn't even related to the course content. It was very odd. Almost all of my questions were disease specific, and some specific cultural stuff. Just odd. I guessed a lot but still...

  22. Is home health that bad?

    JustMeRN replied to trinan71's topic in Home Health

    I'm sorry it stinks so much for you, but it sounds like you have some fear of people in general that is playing into your discomfort, and maybe home health isn't the best place for you. I work for an...

  23. Not rubella immune

    JustMeRN replied to RND25's topic in General Nursing

    If you live in a low immunization area you are likely more at risk from areas where large groups of people (especially children and international travelers) congregate. Disneyland and the whole...

  24. Previous work injury prevent new job?

    JustMeRN replied to rarebear's topic in General Nursing

    I had a back injury my first year out of school (15 years ago). Followed by progressive issues and a discectomy when I was 28. (Combination genetic issue and job choice, sigh). I started a new job a...

  25. Struggling :(

    JustMeRN replied to PadmeRN's topic in Western Governors University

    Sure. I think the most noticeable (so far) is looking at process and quality, and aspects of community health. Practicing in a way that ensures good outcomes (i.e. Best practices) is something we all...