RNNPICU BSN, RN

RNNPICU has 19 years experience as a BSN, RN and specializes in PICU.

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   Can I get a nursing job that lets me keep the Sabbath?

   RNNPICU replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

   I think so much would depend on the hiring manager. I know some who cannot work Saturday and therefore work every Sunday in exchange. This is something you would need to discuss up front and have...
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   Washington District of Columbia BON UnApproved Nursing Education Programs

   RNNPICU replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

   For Excelsior it is after Jan 1, 2020. You are good. I think something must have happened after 2020 to the curriculum and clinicals. Many states are not accepting those who have a graduation date...
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   New Grad - Preceptor Issue

   RNNPICU replied to newgrad_rn7's topic in First Year After Licensure

   Try to take a deep breath. You have had three shifts. Perhaps when your schedule was made your preceptor had to make changes, called out, or had a last minute change. Since everything is still...
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   Supporting a Family

   RNNPICU replied to nurse2bguy555's topic in General Nursing

   That is a lot of forecasting of things that haven't or may not happen. You will want to consider what you could afford without factoring in a spouse or children. Not every RN job pays the same, and...
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   Patient compliments and feedback

   RNNPICU replied to Success89's topic in General Nursing

   I would not worry. Maybe they didn't remember your name. Do you talk with your patients about other things? Just writing your name on the communication board might not be the only way to remember...
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   Emailing a manager about a job opening?

   RNNPICU replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing

   Just wait the three weeks and apply. Do not email the managers! Most would wonder why you are emailing them when you could just apply in three weeks. Three weeks is not that long and most positions...
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   Mentoring a struggling nurse

   RNNPICU replied to arich472's topic in General Nursing

   What are areas that she/he is strong in? Are there any? Is there an opportunity to practice some skills on a manikin? One approach you could try is have her be you "assistant" for CVAD cares or a...
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   New grad nurse starting in ICU

   RNNPICU replied to Nursebusybeee's topic in First Year After Licensure

   Part of orientation is also on you. You have outlines several instances when you felt unsupported. Why not try this. 1. At the start of your shift, ask your preceptor. "This is what I...
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   Any Advice Appreciated!

   RNNPICU replied to babynurse444's topic in General Nursing

   Some hospitals have varying start dates, and you could start in August. Apply for the new grad positions and then see when the start dates are. Many new grads have had trips plan ned prior to...
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    Passed RN in 2008

    RNNPICU replied to Sathyalakshmi Suga's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Go to the State Board of Nursing website of the state you tested for. In order to take the NCLEX you needed to select a State. Whichever State you sat for, you would then need to look for how to...
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    What to chart when there's no time to complete all the work

    RNNPICU replied to delrionurse's topic in General Nursing

    You just leave the tasks, meds, etc that weren't done in red. The oncoming shift will address it. Everyone has busy days and you will be on the receiving end some days. Whether it is day shift or...
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    Can chart audits be a HIPAA violation?

    RNNPICU replied to George001's topic in General Nursing

    In order to be compliant with many governing bodies such as CMS, JCAHO, Dept of health, audits need to be done. When DOH comes to facilities they want to see how often is pain documented, if Tylenol...
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    Can chart audits be a HIPAA violation?

    RNNPICU replied to George001's topic in General Nursing

    Not a HIPAA
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    Nursing Shortage

    RNNPICU replied to LindaGracie's topic in General Nursing

    While there is never an excuse for meanness, sometimes after days and weeks, and even years of feeling like you have been beat on by supervisors, managers, patients, families, everyone reaches a...
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    Hoag Clinical Nurse I info for New Grads

    RNNPICU replied to Beepollenacai's topic in General Nursing

    Also make sure that you are applying for the appropriate level. Some positions that say 1 year or less, or are specific to new grads would be appropriate. If you are applying for positions that say...