diamondmeadows

diamondmeadows BSN, RN

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  1. FNP programs from Brevard County?

    diamondmeadows posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Hello! I have recently moved near Melbourne from out of state. I have had a goal of completing an MSN FNP program for a number of years, but it seems like a challenge to find a good program from here....

  2. Breastmilk Exposure in Eye

    diamondmeadows replied to ilovenicu16's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    From this CDC paper: "Human breast milk has been implicated in perinatal transmission of HIV, and HBsAg has been found in the milk of mothers infected with HBV (10,13). However, occupational exposure...

  3. FNP programs from Brevard County?

    diamondmeadows replied to diamondmeadows's topic in Florida Nursing

    Thanks. I am definitely planning to apply to UCF. Have you heard anything about

  4. Time off before grad school?

    diamondmeadows replied to diamondmeadows's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for your thoughts. Benefits are not a problem for me because we are on my husband's insurance. I would be happy to work in a primary care setting and will keep my eye out, but I'm not counting...

  5. Time off before grad school?

    diamondmeadows posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi everyone. I have been an RN in a hospital for about five years. I currently work in a very specialized area that is mostly focused on patient education. Frankly, I'm kind of tired of it and feeling...

  6. New grad nurses- what did you do to get hired?

    diamondmeadows replied to bornthisway's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with Bobbkat. You must network. Think of anyone you can who might be able to help you, and contact them. If you really can't think of any contact (professor, preceptor, friend, classmate,...

  7. Nursing Diagnosis...the sacred cow that needs to go.

    diamondmeadows replied to Idaho4me's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not even going to pretend like I use nursing diagnoses in my practice, because I don't. I haven't even thought about them since school, to be honest. I also definitely think that when you look at...

  8. Okay, who *loves* their job, and why?

    diamondmeadows replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    I love my job! I work on a very busy mother/baby unit. I have only been there six months, but even on bad days, I am still so happy to work there. It is very interesting, and I feel like I am...

  9. add future employer on facebook?

    diamondmeadows replied to Laurenrobertson's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with everyone else. Bad idea. I understand your desperation though. It sounds like you've done everything you can at this point, and it's so hard to just wait. I really hope you get the job....

  10. Fired. Will I ever work again?

    diamondmeadows replied to Jack43's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like things are really rough for you right now. You seem very sad. I hope things get better

  11. have you used chemical restraint?

    diamondmeadows posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello! :flowersfo I am interested in hearing about your experiences with using chemical restraint in your practice. Have there been times when you have had a PRN order for Ativan, Haldol, or some...

  12. Interview outfit--is this ok?

    diamondmeadows replied to SydneyJo1's topic in General Nursing

    I mean this in the most respectful way possible. :no: and more . On every level. OP, good luck at your interview! It sounds like you're on the right track. I hope you get the job! Please let us...

  13. Student caught stealing....

    diamondmeadows replied to RaggedyRN's topic in General Nursing

    This isn't a matter of people deciding how someone should live and learn. The student broke the law, and the OP has the right to press charges. It's not cruel or unreasonable. It's our justice system....

  14. "Don't get stuck in LTC"

    diamondmeadows replied to Jw1724's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I love this! So sweet. This person must have cooked a LOT of Thanksgiving dinners in her day. OP: Good for you! Your patients are fortunate to have a nurse who cares about them and is so passionate...

  15. New grad being laid off :/

    diamondmeadows replied to Ace587RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    :ancong!: Sounds wonderful! Is it an ER

  16. PLEASE HELP I need Brutal Honesty!!!!

    diamondmeadows replied to Wyllowdaemon's topic in General Nursing

    If possible, it may benefit you to set up a shadowing experience with a CNA. That will give you a better idea of what the work is like and how well it suits your abilities. I'm sorry to hear that you...

  17. Is it just me or............?

    diamondmeadows replied to eriksoln's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Even if someone does have good sleep habits, being in the hospital can disrupt them. I don't think this always requires medical intervention, but I can see how that might be the best course of action...

  18. Looking for advice from working nurses on adn vs bsn

    diamondmeadows replied to rene76's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    How reliable are your sources? I think I would rather do an ASN program and then bridge than go to a bad school, but I would want to be very sure that the school was really bad first. I did some...

  19. I had an 89 yr old patient curse out the doctor today.

    diamondmeadows replied to my.toys's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with those of you who have posted about quantity of live vs. quality of life and refusal to discuss end of life issues. It is so hard to see someone obviously suffering because their families...

  20. I feel like a failure and need to vent...

    diamondmeadows replied to jenannebeard's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't really have any advice for you. I just want you to know that I read your post and I'm sorry for the terrible experience you are having. I wish you the best in making your decision and I hope...

  21. New grad being laid off :/

    diamondmeadows replied to Ace587RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm sorry this happened to you. I hope you are able to find another job

  22. Waiting to hear if I get a second interview

    diamondmeadows replied to rn2b46's topic in Ob/Gyn

    So what happened? Did you hear about the

  23. is pursuing a degree in nursing still worth it in this depressed economy?

    diamondmeadows replied to xtin0712's topic in General Nursing

    I may as well throw my opinion out here too. I graduated in May 2009, and I have spent a year and a half of job searching. During this past year and a half, I have given a lot of thought to your...

  24. Huntsville,AL

    diamondmeadows replied to mrspline's topic in Alabama Nursing

    Which school are you attending? During my last semester, both of those hospitals as well as others in the surrounding areas visited my school and talked to us about pay rate, benefits, etc. Maybe they...

  25. Excited!

    diamondmeadows replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congratulations!