SaltySarcasticSally

SaltySarcasticSally LPN, RN

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  1. I don't want to be a nurse

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to StudentA--'s topic in General Nursing

    My bridge program has painted higher education in a not so good way for me, I graduate in April. I have been an LPN for awhile now so I do have the benefit of being in the field already. Just move...

  2. would you take a job with a mean doctor?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to mmccool719's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Absolutely not and I've spent the last 5 years in ambulatory care. I don't care what letters someone has after their name, it does not excuse childish, offensive

  3. Feeling a little overwhelmed and discouraged...

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to future_nurse_d's topic in General Students

    I'm an lpn about to graduate with my RN in April. I have a 3.96 GPA and while I have much to learn in my new RN role, I've done just fine on the floor in clinical w/ good feedback. That is a widely...

  4. Do Female Docs Provide Better Care to Their Hospitalized Patients Than Male Counterparts?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    I've actually found male doctors to be willing to spend time with me on things! I haven't had great experiences with female providers. I have a male PCP, OB, and

  5. How long did it take you to earn your degree?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to aveonurse2b's topic in General Students

    Its taken me 4 years for an associates but I have 3 young kids so that slowed me down. I will have 9 months for my bachelors left when I graduate in April so 5 years

  6. Heavy Assignments and Overtime

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to freework's topic in General Nursing

    I say same as above poster. When asked about time management skills I sweetly suggest that they follow me during a shift and tell me where to improve -- never happens and they leave it alone for...

  7. Is flipping a coin a "fair" way to decide who stays when there is a call-in?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    I had something similar happen but the other nurse had already worked a double so obviously I had to stay. Our DON refuses to answer call offs or texts during the weekend, even if on call so no help...

  8. To tell or not to tell?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to nursingRN123's topic in General Students

    I wouldn't just because I do think it could possibly put a spotlight on you if faculty thinks you are just a pot stirrer. They are only doing themselves a disservice, let them be and carry

  9. Do you get sick often when you first start a job?

    SaltySarcasticSally posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just out of curiosity! I have been an LPN since 2008 so I thought I had a stellar immune system at this point but I recently started a new job in a family practice almost a month ago and have already...

  10. Are nursing school policies allowed to be changed

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to rgags6's topic in General Students

    Yes, they can. It has happened several times in my nursing program. You have most likely signed off on any changes being applicable. Nursing schools are making top dollar right now so they don't...

  11. Why do online courses cost so much? I'm baffled.

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to SHGR's topic in General Students

    I have often wondered this myself :) but I prefer learning on my own as opposed to going to a standard lecture so I like online courses but I don't think we should have to pay so much when we are...

  12. Failed Nursing Pathophysiology

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to bigdreams01's topic in General Students

    I don't agree that you have to read all of the books in any type of science class, you just need to read smarter not harder. It's all going to depend on your learning style but for me, textbook...

  13. The Sight of Blood

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to violet87's topic in General Students

    When was the last time you ate? Kind of sounds more blood sugar related. If it has not bothered you in the past, it could have just been a one time thing as

  14. Registered Nurse's role in physician's office

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Shortcake_BSn's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked in doctor's offices for most of my LPN experience, the RN's role is going to depend on what kind of practice your in. Right now, I am in a family practice and myself and the RN functions...

  15. Passed the NCLEX RN exam in 75 questions (my review materials)

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Nurse Lalaine's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I use Saunders now in my nursing program to study (Graduate in April, yeaaaa) and I love that book! Thanks for the other materials, I will need those soon.

  16. 19 prerequisites?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Neywel120's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We had seven for my LPN to RN bridge program, associates degree. But it could be more if you test into lower classes. I have 5 for my BSN but I already completed those in my associate's

  17. Why Do Nurses Quit?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I honestly think it's largely due to people having realistic expectations of what nursing actually is. I do think it would be valuable for all pre-nursing students to be required to either follow a...

  18. Repeats of core science classes

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Ericah49's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my school we can do a grade replacement which I actually did twice. They do not count it as a repeat if you grade replace but it still shows up as a withdraw which is what I did. It's going to...

  19. Quitting a Per-diem Job when you've been on leave?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to lar324's topic in General Students

    I would at the very least either call or send a professional email thanking them for the opportunity and just letting them know per diem isn't something you can work into your schedule right now. I...

  20. Looking for non bedside options

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to LizerRN's topic in General Nursing

    Childcare is a pain when your a nurse and why I have worked in a dr's office as an lpn nearly my whole career. I graduate with my RN in April and plan to go the hospital, our solution is working...

  21. Med-surg or OR? Need advice ASAP.

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Axmann, RN, BSN, NREMT-B's topic in General Nursing

    I would do the OR. Turnover rate is very important since it essentially tells you how happy the nurses are working there. When I interview if a manager seems reluctant to tell me turnover rates, I...

  22. Is it wise to start taking courses for BSN while in ADN program?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to Shookclays's topic in General Students

    I did! My associates program is part of a university though so I am going to the same place for BSN. I took all of my BSN pre-reqs while waiting for clinical to start, its at a cheaper price too...

  23. How do you feel about having other nurses as patients?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to purplegal's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No I don't get nervous but nurses as patients go one of two ways: 1) they are super awesome and understanding or 2) they are burnt out in nursing and want to make other nurses suffer lol. I always...

  24. What to do if you prick yourself with used needle?

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in General Nursing

    I had my first needle stick when I was 15 weeks pregnant, employee health literally looked at me and said "We aren't sure what to do"....that was fun lol! I got lucky with my mine because it was low...

  25. politics while in nursing school

    SaltySarcasticSally replied to marthy055's topic in General Students

    learn now to stay away :) the best advice I can give. I don't get involved in school or at work in the gossip of co-workers or other students. That does not mean I never do it but only with a few,...