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My pinning for my BSN is Friday and dress code is business casual. But I am still losing baby weight so I don’t have much that would work. I wanted to go out and buy something but I’m stumped submitted by /u/SparkyDogPants [link] [comments]
I'm an NP, one of my friends who's a nurse told me she tested out of pharmacology, she has the habit of kinda bragging about herself sometimes so I wasn't sure how real this was. Can you not take pharmacology? I went to one of the top rated nursing programs for undergrad and we were not allowed to test out. submitted by /u/Brave_Consequence443 [link] [comments]
I just want to come here to vent. I’m being bullied at PD by these two people who call themselves educators. Every time I walk by they say “stop interrupting” and start laughing and talking about me. All because they were talking in my ear and I asked them to stop. I’m in a new district but not new to teaching and idk my old district everyone was super nice and respectful. Thankfully I will only have to deal with these people on pd days. Just makes me sad. submitted by /u/SSGcap [link] [comments]
Opinions on the drugs aside lots of people ARE going to be withdrawaling as access is cut off. submitted by /u/Osiris8869 [link] [comments]
Hi everyone. I’m a brand-new RN and I’m dealing with my first serious critical incident. A patient in my workplace died unexpectedly during/around my shift, and I’m having a really hard time processing it. We are a non medical offsite inpatient detox withdrawal management The patient had returned from the hospital shortly before my shift ended close to shift change. I spoke with him and he was able to communicate with me. I believed he was stable at the time. I told the incoming nurse about him being stable after coming back from the hospital 20 minutes later after I left. They found him dead in the washroom. He takes no medications, No meds were given to him at all. So far we believe it’s an overdose. Since he uses opioids and has a hx of overdose They also found a pipe in his room. so far the police are involved. His parents are very unhappy. Management hasn’t called me yet this happened last night I am struggling with a lot of guilt and fear right now. I am very scared my license wi
I am debating if I should come in this week. submitted by /u/Technical-Vanilla-47 [link] [comments]
Just spoke to a recruiter who was hiring for a PCU job in Michigan, I’m an RN from California who has 6 months experience working in an ICU and was wondering if anyone knew what it’s like working here, if they recommend it etc. the recruiter told me the ratios were 1:4 which was not something I’m too excited about I’d appreciate any thoughts and insight thank you submitted by /u/fugosloyalty [link] [comments]
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The following is an actual email from my superintendent: “Hello All! Following Our District Opening all staff will travel to the auditorium for a talent show! Yes, there will be judges. Yes, there will be prizes. And yes, there will be bragging rights. Prizes will be awarded to our TOP THREE acts! ⚠️** IMPORTANT MOTIVATION ANNOUNCEMEN**T ⚠️ FAILURE TO SECURE AT LEAST 15 ACTS WILL RESULT IN A FULL DAY OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. We believe in your talent. But most importantly, we believe in your desire to avoid additional professional development. “ Needless to say, when I read this my jaw was on the floor. Like, who even thinks of this stuff?? Also I really hope those prizes aren’t coming out of the district’s budget. I mean, they already waste enough money every year buying the whole staff matching tee shirts. I just wish we could have a normal opening with a few announcements so we can get back to our classrooms and focus on setting up for the beginning of the year… submitted by /u/
If your name is dropped in a 1 Star Google Review then you have to have a talk with the hospital ceo. This customer service has gone too far. Like, what if I can't give the patient his diluadid because it was too early to be given again and the patient leaves a 1 Star with my name. submitted by /u/Rich-Security-4316 [link] [comments]
What are you *not* doing this year? I'm not giving in to the trendy/cute/hip teacher outfits. I went to thrift stores this summer and made sure most of my work wardrobe matches (shades of white, black and beige) so I'm not exhausted just trying to pick out what to wear. Most of the teachers at my school dress like they're competing with the students for most popular. I'm not buying in. submitted by /u/DammitMeredith [link] [comments]
A crisp sunrise heading back to base this morning. Have a good shift, Daywalkers. submitted by /u/rude_hotel_guy [link] [comments]
We learned that the presenters are basically members of a cult, and Dr. Kagan is their prophet and god. The presenter actually said that discussion styles that aren’t Kagan are “dangerous.” She also implied that if Dr. Kagan hasn’t specifically approved something you can’t do it in your classroom. 7 hours gone for probably 20 minutes of usable content. How was your mandatory session? submitted by /u/aviasvr [link] [comments]
Hi!! So I passed my TEAs and made the abrupt decision to begin my LVN program next week & I’m scared out of my MIND. I haven’t properly been enrolled in school for well over a year now and am extremely anxious to begin so quickly. Does anyone have any advice on time management or just anxiety management in general? It’s 14 months so hopefully it will pass quickly but I am struggling to enjoy my final week of summer break. Can’t stop thinking about everything that can go wrong 😔 thank you in advanced. submitted by /u/Due_Youth5397 [link] [comments]
I’m 19 and currently doing nursing prerequisites. I’ve always been interested in medicine and have thought about becoming a physician, but I’m starting to think more realistically about what path makes sense for me. I come from a single-parent household, so the idea of being financially stuck for years while pursuing medical school is something I think about a lot. Nursing is appealing because it gives me a way to build stability sooner while still working in healthcare and helping people. I’ve considered doing RN → MD someday, but part of me wonders if that’s just making the journey longer when I could either commit to medicine now or fully embrace nursing. For anyone who has been in a similar situation, how did you decide? Did you prioritize the more stable path, or did you take the longer route toward becoming a physician? submitted by /u/Appropriate_Use3654 [link] [comments]
And I graduated in 2007. Halfway through my schooling I wanted to quit. I hated my clinicals and my back was in so much pain! But my mother said just finish and that way you'll have your RN license and you can figure out what to do next. Problem was my back pain was so bad at age 37 that I could not and really didn't want to do bedside nursing. So I stayed in my safe job that didn't hurt my back but I still kept renewing my nursing license. I thought to myself what if I might need it down the road? Now I'm in another state and it's a pain in the butt just to get my license transferred to the state. Plus I need to renew my license by November 1. At this point should I just give up my nursing license? Thoughts? Thank you. submitted by /u/haircryboohoo [link] [comments]
I'm in a private BSN program. Probably my fault but I had gone to a different private LVN program and found it to be fine. Now I'm in a more well-known private program and it is RAMPANT with AI. The assignment prompts and teacher responses/email/announcements are all blatantly AI. The slides for my online lectures are made by AI. I asked a teacher for suggestions on how to study for the midterm because we didn't have a study guide and she suggested using chatgpt to give me questions with the rationale afterwards, stating it's mostly reliable. Our ATI program even incorporates an AI tool called Claire AI. The students are obviously utilizing AI. I remember how people wrote for discussions and people did not write this well or the same in previous years. I asked some coworkers who graduated from their LVN program a few years ago and they said AI wasn't used then. Does your school use AI? What do you think of it? At this point, I feel like I should be paying chatgpt my school tuition. I'm
Let's stir up the hottest rivalry in the hospital shall we? I started nursing as a new grad ER nurse, and I remember my educator back then saying "I love new grads, you are all so eager to learn and easy to train. Experienced nurses are stuck in their ways" and I remember thinking why would anyone not want to do something differently if they know it's better and boyyyy am I eating my words now lol. during my current ICU orientation, the trainer was telling us when you waste off a central line, you should flush 10cc NS, then use a 10cc urine tube with vacutainer for your waste. I always flush with 10cc NS, wait a little, then draw back a 10cc waste. this way i save 5 seconds not disconnecting and save my hospital $.05 for tube (/s) my values have never been messed up, and when i explained this, the trainer just could not articulate the difference of wasting 10cc in the same flush vs in a new tube (feel free to explain in replies if you have the energy lol) also the mindset difference of
Hey everyone, I’m graduating with my ADN this spring. I am planning to enroll in a BSN bridge program either this Spring concurrent with my ADN or this summer immediately after graduation. I also have 3 years experience as a PCT in a trauma/surg ICU. I would prefer ICU but am open to step down or med surge. I’m from a small town in Ohio and hoping to relocate to a city. I would like to go somewhere with a young professional vibe, and be able to comfortably afford a luxury 1 bedroom apartment by myself. I was interested in Chicago but feel like this may not be realistic as someone with only an associates degree applying from out of state. Please share in the comments any suggestions submitted by /u/GrapefruitBetter3576 [link] [comments]
I am currently in my 3rd year in college in a bachelor's of science. I was going for a PA, but decided that that was too difficult for me. Nursing was my second option. My HS and college didn't really have a nursing major/ degree. You had to take all the pre reqs in order to get into a nursing program in my college. And (at least what my advisor told me) you cant take pre reqs without following a major. So, yeah, im in my 3rd year of my bachelor's of science. Nursing school is another 2-3 years. Did I just waste 3 years of my life and $30k in tuition for choosing a college that doesn't have a nursing major/degree? Or will my science degree benefit me somehow?? submitted by /u/SarahScamander [link] [comments]
As far as I can tell, choice boards are a list of assignments in a grid. The grid serves no real purpose, and they could just be a list of options. But then they wouldn’t have a cute name. Am I wrong? Or is there a purpose to the “board” part of choice boards? Thank you! submitted by /u/wordsandstuff44 [link] [comments]
Ran my tiny weekend essay workshop today. I swear a couple adult drafts in a row had the exact same chatbot-polished sentence: “my journey taught me resilience.” Different backgrounds, distinct pieces, matching boring robot frosting. It helped me see this is the problem I’m fighting with my students too. They assume revision equals “make it sound brainier” instead of “pin down the actual point.” So we get paragraphs that are grammatically clean and totally empty. I’ve been doing more line-level conferences where I circle a fuzzy spot and ask, “What happened in real life?” Then they have to write that, plain and messy, before they pretty it up. anyway, if you’ve got routines that frame rewriting as thinking rather than fancying-up, I’m stealing them for Monday. submitted by /u/Healthy-Tank6430 [link] [comments]
I finally turned in the very last term for the credential part of my masters I’m for my program. I started student teaching in January this year and finally finished all my observation, projects, assignments, and meetings that was required. I’m in California so needed 250 preK hours and 150 infant toddler hours. So done with student teaching and now I can get paid with a real job! Wanted to share since I’m so relieved and don’t know who else to share with. Thanks for reading! submitted by /u/dancingqueen785 [link] [comments]
I teach Kindergarten and I’m working at a school that only offers them 10 MINUTES for recess this year. This is literally absurd for me and it is also stressing me out because Kinder behavior can be tough, and recess is literally proven to HELP with behavior. They need to be up and moving. I find this SO ridiculous. And I don’t know what to do about it! This is so developmentally inappropriate. submitted by /u/lovelysapphic [link] [comments]
I’ve been a nurse at bedside for almost 5 years, 4 of those spent in med surg and 10 months in float pool recently. I ended up applying and getting a core position in icu after floating to the tele unit and just vibing with everyone and the work flow. I was charge on med surg for 3 years so I felt like I plateaued on my learning and was doing a lot of training education for newer nurses. I felt like a bad bitch cause I knew my shit and the doctors trusted me. I’ve o my had shifts in icu on orientation and I feel so fucking dumb. I finished all my certifications prior to starting and I felt good but I can’t help but feel like a new grad all over again, like I’ve developed imposter syndrome after just shaking it a couple years ago. Anyone else have any sage wisdom or words of advice? submitted by /u/Ok-Performer5508 [link] [comments]
I've seen news in the past that math test scores have been getting lower and lower among students. What seems to be the biggest problem when teaching math to students? is it retention? not paying attention? Would love to hear from math teachers! submitted by /u/PyBoxer [link] [comments]
Hey guys this is the first time I’ve ever writing on Reddit, I’m a nursing student and I’ve taken Anp one and now I took Anp 2 in the summer and I failed by 1 point. I feel like an absolute failure and I feel like this has really affected me and I don’t really know how to fix it. I guess I’m just looking for advice or trying to see how people relate (Some contest I got accepted into a nursing program straight out of high school I failed Anp 1 retook it in the spring and took Anp 2 in the summer and now I have to go back to my school and I failed and idk if I’ll be able to take any of my other classes. I feel like I’m kinda stuck and disappointed on how everything turned out ) submitted by /u/Responsible-Food-372 [link] [comments]
I’m looking to get a take on this because I’m hot but maybe I’m unreasonable. I work L&D in a unit with required call shifts. Usually about 12 hours per schedule and we can pick the times. We have an excess amount of leaves right now (all anticipated) so contracts were offered but not enough people signed up to cover all the holes. Now my options (as a day shift nurse) are to pick up a 12 hour weekend night shift on the next schedule. I was given 3 days to choose between, first one is in 2.5 weeks. I have plans on the weekends. My anniversary and my son’s birthday party occur next schedule. I’m pissed. I’m debating trying to bring it to admin but also have little faith it will change anything. What would you do? submitted by /u/Thatsaterrible [link] [comments]
It's our first week back, and one of the new teachers asked me this today. It got me thinking... If you could go back and give your first-year teacher self one piece of advice, what would it be? submitted by /u/JennyFromTheBay_87 [link] [comments]
My father just passed away in the hospital and one thing that really meant a lot to my sister and me was how wonderful all of the nurses and nursing assistants were who cared for him the final two weeks of his life. Just so kind, knowledgeable, and attentive, really couldn't have gotten better care and support. We want to send a gift basket to the nurses' station, since there were so many who cared for him. But I'm having trouble finding one that seems like it could be shared across shifts- like, jars of spread and fancy cheeses aren't good for a group of coworkers, and even the sweet baskets have mostly bags of caramel corn and stuff that'll go stale once it's opened. A lot of individually wrapped things would be best maybe? Do you all have any recommendations or tips? Have you ever gotten a big "group" gift that worked well that you appreciated? submitted by /u/Katharine_Heartburn [link] [comments]
Second day of school and get called into the principal’s office..a parent called HR on me bc they thought my skirt was too short??? Like is this what people really waste their time doing? submitted by /u/SilverCompetitive617 [link] [comments]
I currently work 7a-7p in the emergency department and am currently pregnant. I want to leave my current role after I have the baby as the department has changed significantly for the worse. I’m trying to plan ahead for a potential schedule. What’s better for having a family; a M-F or 3 12s? What worked for you and what speciality do you work in ? submitted by /u/Complex_Dot_3114 [link] [comments]
Been mentally burnt out working inpatient. Had a thought about doing something else, outside of hosp setting that I may enjoy. I heard you ned critical care experience, but any possibilities with just MS/tele? Or just abandon this...Might even consider air force reserve. submitted by /u/Ahi_22 [link] [comments]
Throwaway for anonymity. I’m a new grad. Was changing a PICC dressing recently. The line slipped out, about 3 cm. I panicked and pushed it back to the original mark. Immediately knew I shouldn’t have done that, paused the pump, switched the IV line to another central access the pt had, and notified the provider + PICC RN. I put in an incident report on myself the next morning. Now I feel awful and I’m worried about how much trouble I’m going to be in. submitted by /u/Mysterious-Rip9453 [link] [comments]
I’m looking for honest advice. Please don’t sugarcoat it. I’m an international student studying 12 months absn program. English is my third language, and I honestly feel like I’m falling apart. I’m almost done with my first semester, but I feel like I know almost nothing. My foundation is really weak because I crammed A&P and other pre reqs a couple of years ago and forgot most of it. Even basic things like explaining vitals and common diseases concepts don’t come naturally to me. Academically, I’m really struggling. I feel like I spent the last couple weeks mostly panicking instead of actually learning. I would open my textbook, not understand it, get overwhelmed, and end up shutting down. I know that’s partly my responsibility, but it has become a cycle that I can’t seem to break. I had severe mental issue after I started nursing school and I also have adhd. On top of that, my English is a huge problem. I’m writing this with chat so it might sound okay but my English is terrible in r
First day back and I've already been hit, choked, and threatened! By kindergarteners no less! Oh this school year is gonna be a fun one for sure! submitted by /u/sweatshirts_galore [link] [comments]
Am I the only one? I enjoy teaching and lesson planning. I love connecting with my students and finding ways to make learning meaningful for them. Setting up and designing a physical space? I’m dying! I feel all this pressure to have a Pinterest worthy room when I just am not that kind of person. I want a classroom where students feel safe and supported but I don’t want to shell out $1,000 to have a beautiful room. This isn’t my home. I feel like I have to be an interior designer and I’m not! My mind doesn’t work that way. (Example: I didn’t even know people put anything on bookshelves besides books until I saw it in a picture! Plants, decor, etc). I did find a decor theme I like so I’m going to put some of it up. Am I the only teacher who’s not into the decorating? I want to plan! Edit: I forgot to add but my new classroom is the classroom of a retired teacher so there is junk in every single drawer and spot 💀 there is no space for anything! submitted by /u/ravenclaw188 [link] [commen
During our morning meeting admin invited a pastor who was from the church that had donated our breakfast to come up and speak. He spoke for about 15 minutes and it basically turned into a full sermon with quoting of Bible verses, reasons why we should attend his church, and what the Bible says about teaching and the servant lifestyle. I’m not a religious person and it was so uncomfortable. It was awkward when many others were praying and I was just standing there. Admittedly I might be sensitive to this topic because this has been an issue at my school before but a trip to church wasn’t on my bingo card for today. Edited to add: yes this is a public school submitted by /u/MrsTwiggy [link] [comments]
The question is basically in the title. I’m considering going back to school to become an RN, with the possibility of eventually becoming an NP, but I have a hard time with blood and sometimes feel faint around it. Has anyone entered nursing with a similar phobia? Were you able to overcome it with repeated exposure, or did it continue to be an issue? I’d love to hear about your experience. submitted by /u/Capital-Menu6452 [link] [comments]
I have anxiety, possibly OCD and/or PTSD, still getting diagnosed and whatnot. I worked med/surg through covid and have now been in the OR for 4 years. Within the last year or two I’ve started to have vasovagal episodes in response to significant stress. It honestly seems to hit out of nowhere and it’s not in every stressful situation. So it’s hard to predict. We had a rapid today in PACU which I responded to since I was free and close by until the actual rapid/code team arrived. I didn’t even make it through the PACU doors and had a near fainting episode. I didn’t feel significant anxiety beforehand, it just came on immediately as I turned the corner. It was like my body wouldn’t let me take another step. I never fully passed out but got close. My HR dropped to the 30s-40s, hands went numb, vision and hearing started to go, the whole 9. This has happened sporadically in the past but seems to be more frequent. Specifically it’s happened today, while responding to a code (never made it
I hate being a CNA. I’m completely burned out. My caregiving career honestly started when I was 11 years old. My mom took care of my disabled uncle, and before and after school I’d help make his meals and pass his medications. Looking back, I’ve basically been doing caregiving my entire life. I got my CNA license at 18 and started working in adult family homes and nursing facilities. Since then I’ve worked at multiple hospitals, and I’m currently working in one now. I was even enrolled in nursing school because I thought becoming a nurse was my goal, but I ended up dropping out after having a severe mental breakdown from burnout. Now I hate healthcare. I hate patient care. I hate cleaning up bodily fluids. I hate the constant emotional and physical demands. I hate going to work every day, and I feel guilty for feeling that way. The worst part is that I feel completely trapped. I’ve never done anything besides caregiving, and my resume is nothing but CNA jobs. Every time I apply for off
Let's see who was paying attention! lol Edit: post under each response the level you think the teacher is and from which state. We can circle back and analyze the data after lunch. submitted by /u/Sufficient-Turnip871 [link] [comments]
* My classroom will be painted on the first day back (!) with students next week, so I'll be in an alternate room. Confusing for incoming 6th graders. * The new textbook was written by AI, same as last year. (Fuck McGraw-Hill) I won't be using it at all. Last year's book identified Horseshoe Bend, Arizona as Naples, Florida. * The new curriculum map is a joke - too tightly packed to do science fair or the other stuff they want done. No idea how I'll manage that. * For some reason, our district has moved from teaching Earth/Space - Life Science - Physical Science in 6th-8th grade to doing "Comprehensive Science" that teaches all three each year. It is silly and confusing. We go from Weather and Climate one week to Cell Theory the next. How does that make sense? * Tomorrow is "team building" for half the day. No, just no. Other than one person, these people are not my friends, and I don't want to be friendly with them. I'm here to teach and get a check. * Budget cuts due to having to bui
Let's laugh instead of cry. The school is am leaving with a rough head admin.... is now hired at the new school im starting at this week. Nooooooooo!!!! submitted by /u/iDidntKnowWeHadHw [link] [comments]
So through a grant I have $5000 to spend on my 5th grade classroom. The only caveat is it has to help sped students. Send me your best ideas but not the following (because I already have them) Wobble stools Accordion stools Bike pedals Standing table Huge classroom library 3d printer SMARTboard submitted by /u/summeristhebest_0 [link] [comments]
I'm a SPED teacher in a transition to adulthood classroom (ages 18-22). I love my students and truly, the time I get to spend with them doing meaningful things means the world. But every teacher at my school is either pregnant or has kids. I'm literally the only one that doesn't and people definitely look at you weird. Plus the "well do you even have kids?" Comments from parents. Idk, guess I'm just looking to see if I'm the crazy one. submitted by /u/ipsofactoshithead [link] [comments]
Three years in the ICU on nights, and after getting into personal training I started paying closer attention to the physical toll. The sleep disruption alone tanks recovery, hormones, muscle retention, basically everything you care about if you try to stay active outside of work. I lift four days a week and run trails on off days, and nights have made that significantly harder to maintain consistently. What I'm actually curious about is whether people have found anything that genuinely helps beyond the obvious stuff. Not talking about magnesium and chamomile tea. I mean structured approaches, adjusted training timing, meal timing around shifts, anything with some real thought behind it. The research on circadian disruption in shift workers is pretty grim, and most of it doesn't even touch on people trying to maintain an athletic baseline on top of the job. ICU nursing is already catabolic enough without stacking three nights in a row into the equation. There's not a lot of practical di
So I recently accepted an administrative position at the local high school as the new dean of students. This isn’t my first time as an admin as I was a vice principal for several years. And when I was an administrator, if a colleague got a new position, I always wished them well at their new posting. So Friday, I let my current admin team know about my new post. My principal was very happy for me and said I will do well at my new post. She had heard that I got the job and bought me a small plant for my new offices. My asst. principal was the exact opposite. She loudly said that it was wrong of me to take a position somewhere else so late into the summer and that I should help them to fill my 3rd grade teaching position. I told her that if I wasn’t starting my new job today that I would help out if the PRINCIPAL asked me to. The principal smiled and said she could handle it and to enjoy my new job. She also said she’d save me a seat next to her at admin meetings in the future if I like.
I have to start a lot of IVs as resource nurse, and a lot of nurses think I'm pretty good, but I still have so much room for improvement. My issue with IVs is that the veins always roll. It doesn't matter how much traction I'm putting on the skin, 75% of the time I miss because the vein rolled away. Usually I can pull back and readjust and am able to get the vein a majority of the time that way, but I'm so tired of having to do that and causing additional pain to patients. What am I doing wrong? If I use my thumb to hold the vein down, it feels like my thumb is always getting in the way, but when I place my thumb more to the left of the vein and pull on the skin, the vein rolls away. submitted by /u/leegreywolf [link] [comments]
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