lvloverRN

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1. Periop 101 books/ resources

   lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Operating Room

   thank you so much, ill try to get those books, and see if we r subscribed at aorn eguidelines!

2. Periop 101 books/ resources

   lvloverRN posted a topic in Operating Room

   Hi , I would like to ask for some good books or reading materials on periop 101, im an NP and would like to eventually dive into tbe OR but my experience is cvicu/cardiac surgery. Are there any books or modules I can buy? im interested so I can do so...

3. Any suggestions for a newbie in Ambulatory Surgery Center?

   lvloverRN replied to tobycoop's topic in Ambulatory

   thank you.im hoping to transition to full time if and when i find an opening. and i think it would be easier if i get experience. most of them dont have any full time openings. I was thinking the same thing -- just the thought of leaving my 3 12-hr s...

4. Any suggestions for a newbie in Ambulatory Surgery Center?

   lvloverRN replied to tobycoop's topic in Ambulatory

   how are you doing w/ ambulatory care nursing? how was the transition from med/surg to pre-op/pacu nursing? i would appreciate any help you can give me as i am about to start a per diem job and works as med/surge tele nurse at a hospital. thanks...

5. Can you describe your 12hr 7a-7p shift?what goes on and tips

   lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Med-Surg

   prolly bec you know you'll get stuck with them for a while and might not get a chance to see how the others are doing / baseline upon coming to your shift..im not sure but i guess it depends how sick they are, are they in distress or not, that's the ...

6. Can you describe your 12hr 7a-7p shift?what goes on and tips

   lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Med-Surg

   thank you tokmom for your time and reponse.... and for your encouragement. God bless.

7. Can you describe your 12hr 7a-7p shift?what goes on and tips

   lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Med-Surg

   thank you so much for your time and response..appreciate it!

8. Can you describe your 12hr 7a-7p shift?what goes on and tips

   lvloverRN posted a topic in Med-Surg

   hi, ill be starting in august in a med/surg floor, can you describe what goes on, what you usually do once you punch in, and describe your daily tasks, and time management, and organization skills until you leave at 7pm? I have about 10mos of expe...

9. few questions...really confused right now

   lvloverRN replied to jializhuo1343's topic in New Jersey

   hi, no you dont since you will be going to nursing school here in US. TOEFL and CGFNS only applies to those who are planning to take the NCLEX but went to school outside of US. hope this helps.

10. Care plan for pt. with syncope, diabetes, copd and more

    lvloverRN replied to MInursingstudent's topic in General Students

    you have to start with your ABC, does your patient have a problem with airway? does he have a problem w/ breathing? i would think so since he has a hx of COPD so your 1st dx would probably be ineffective breathing pattern, r/t --- impaired gas excha...

11. what's it like working at a LTC facility ?

    lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric

    THANK YOU ALL FOR THE POSITIVE ADVICE. IT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!!! any more other nurses willing to give suggestions and advice are welcome!! thank you again.

12. what's it like working at a LTC facility ?

    lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric

    we did! only for 2-3 weeks. clinicals were greatly spent at a hospital. being a student and being an RN fully in charge of your practice IS TOTALLY DIFFERENT IN THE REAL WORLD. if you are not willing to give advice just dont post anything bec i woul...

13. what's it like working at a LTC facility ?

    lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric

    wow thanks a lot... im glad i found this forum -- its nice to hear from experienced nurses. i will make a note of every single suggestion and tips... greatly appreciated!

14. what's it like working at a LTC facility ?

    lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric

    ok great...atleast its something to be thankful for .. i just want to be prepared as much as i can... may i ask what i should keep handy w/ me besides the usual stethoscops, a good pen and a pair of scissors? how about working 2nd shift? anything...

15. what's it like working at a LTC facility ?

    lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric

    oh wow... i have a 3day orientation next week and will be with a preceptor for 2weeks..i hope to be able to grasp everything during those times.... and just go as you said w/ a positive attitude.. thanks a lot..really appreciate it!!