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  1. whiskeygirl

    Help..RN-BSN Nurses

    whiskeygirl replied to WillBeRN's topic in General Nursing

    I did the RN-BSN program as well. I did not work full time while in the program, but I havent worked full-time in 8 years. Many of my classmates worked full time as well as went to school. Overall, it...
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    nuvusnurs2b

    whiskeygirl replied to nrvusnurs2b's topic in General Nursing

    You can do this! There are nurses who have taken the NCLEX many times and didn't pass. There are threads here that talk about how to prepare for the NCLEX and what review courses are helpful. Is this...
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    Ripoff Report: www.stethoscopes.com

    whiskeygirl replied to student456's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I live within 30 min of them. And I would have happily gone to bat for you however, I searched the UPS website for Mercer Island locations and it did come up with this exact address. I would love...
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    Are LPN's really nurses in the eyes of RN's

    whiskeygirl replied to LUVyourCNA's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely!!! LPNs went to nursing school and took the NCLEX too! Rock on
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    MLK-Harbor Report

    whiskeygirl replied to JoshuaAdamsRN's topic in Emergency

    Wow! The report came out to 172 pages! I hope that the people that this facility serves are able to find decent healthcare that will not break the taxpayers
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    Ever had a family member in your own ICU?

    whiskeygirl replied to Hoozdo's topic in MICU, SICU

    HAHA!!!! I should have looked at the date the OP posted the question. So sorry to bring this thread bttt. Well, I think your comfort level says it all. Can you bow out for the shifts in conflict? Or...
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    Criteria for becoming an RN?? Help!Opinions needed

    whiskeygirl replied to laura575's topic in Washington Nursing

    I would recommend that you call the WA BON to ask them directly. As a matter of fact, I wouldn't accept an answer from anyone else! And if you can, get the answer in writing. Good
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    Please help me Washington nurses

    whiskeygirl replied to Foxfour's topic in Washington Nursing

    Actually, I do know of a position that I think would apply. And, I think you would be able to write your own ticket, you pcik the shift you want to work. ATM, they are down 2 FTEs I think. I really...
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    I say this patient is being abused...

    whiskeygirl replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    CanoeHead- This is GREAT advice! And likely to work. I will remember this and hope to be able to recall your suggestion when necessary.
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    Someone please calm me down. (I took the NCLEX today)

    whiskeygirl replied to LilPeanut's topic in General Nursing

    Hey LilPeanut! Congrats on taking the exam! I procrastinated for 3 months and took it on the very last day allowed. Anyway, not to perpetuate a myth here but, what were the last types of questions...
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    need help--husband died at home

    whiskeygirl replied to pyseymo's topic in Cardiac

    Hi Pam- You did a good job keeping your wits about you in such a time of extreme stress! Your husband knew you were there. I am so sorry that this happened to you. I have been in a similar situation....
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    Fort Collins-Greeley commute?

    whiskeygirl replied to bugjam's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Bug, I did my BSN at UNC. Loved it! I was really put through the ringer for my associates at another school. Dean lied to the students, instructors were part of the "nurses eat their young" and...
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    well baby nursery RNs...

    whiskeygirl replied to nolaRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Speaking specifically about the hospitals I have worked in, the only babies that spend all (or even a majority) of their time in the NBN are special care (bilis or unstable temps) or the adoption...
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    Umbilical Cord Blood Donation

    whiskeygirl replied to JenTheRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have done babies for 7 years and haven't heard of straight up donation of cord blood. This one is new to me. I do know that Viacord charges $2K for all the fees for collection and storage, up to the...
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    well baby nursery RNs...

    whiskeygirl replied to nolaRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    OP: I think you will like it. If you are able to change diapers and be in the same room with occasionally screaming babies you will be fine. It may even be a good break for you. Our peds docs want to...
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    Would you offer medical advice online?

    whiskeygirl replied to LovebugLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Same answer to both, she needs to speak with her
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    Would you offer medical advice online?

    whiskeygirl replied to LovebugLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, I wouldn't do it. I mean other than to say "You need to see/consult with your doctor." I would be concerned with liability issues, for one. And the other, I would be concerned about only seeing...
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    My poor co-worker!

    whiskeygirl replied to tryingtomakeit's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It sounds terribly unfair to do this to anyone. I am so sorry for her. Had I been her co-worker I would most likely be quickly searching for a new job for
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    I feel so bad

    whiskeygirl replied to LovebugLPN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    How about laser hair removal? It would be permanent. And, I would think that the laser txs would be easier (less painful) than
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    Nuva Ring questions

    whiskeygirl replied to texasnursingstudent's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just curious, have any of you noticed a difference in your PMS symptoms? I am very interested in hearing more. Thanks everyone for
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    New Nurse Fired for wanting more training

    whiskeygirl replied to dimplez's topic in General Nursing

    I would be ticked too! That isn't enough training and it sounds like you got zero support. I wouldn't feel bad about leaving there though. ANY new nurse they put into that situation would have...
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    canker sores

    whiskeygirl replied to sister--*'s topic in General Nursing

    I know this won't be relevant to your patients but may be of some help to our members. My recurrent canker sores seemed to be coming from my wisdom teeth. I went to the dentist because I was totally...
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    My son needs help. The system isn't working!

    whiskeygirl replied to Dixiecup's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, your son does need help, so does the rest of your family. Everyone above has great advice. This sounds like the beginning of a very dismal life of addiction for him. The sooner your family...
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    question regarding background check

    whiskeygirl replied to share's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Just in case you are still in need of your background check, I happen to have some information for you. Try Certifiedbackground.com they should be able to do it for you and even send a copy to your...
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    Why must all docs bathe in cologne?

    whiskeygirl replied to kessadawn's topic in General Nursing

    I know its not ALL doctors that do this but the "few" that do really stink it up for the rest of us left in their wake. I can totally understand the frustration that Kessa speaks of. Why is it that...