AimeeJo RN

AimeeJo RN specializes in ltc and med surg.

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1. I'm the world's biggest idiot...

   AimeeJo RN replied to DroogieRN's topic in NCLEX

   Don't be so tough on yourself. I feel your pain, that really sucks. I still have nightmares about waking up late and missing the NCLEX or failing. And I passed it almost 2 years ago. It is just stressfull.

2. Need honest opinion. Best area for new grad to start

   AimeeJo RN replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in General Nursing

   I have to say congratulations for thinking things through before making such an important decision. I would say that LTC is a good way to start to get familiar with Geriatrics which is a large part of the population in Med/Surg. It helps to learn t...

3. Morphine Diversion--Need replies ASAP

   AimeeJo RN replied to yadda_yadda_yadda's topic in Washington

   I have seen this happen before. It is very hard to believe, though it happens. Before you know it she will be back to working with medications. Has anyone mentioned the fact that the patients may have been recieving no pain relief when given what ...

4. As a Nurse what are some things that make you sick?

   AimeeJo RN replied to Josh.P's topic in General Nursing

   Don't get me wrong, I take the same great care of all of my patients regardless of their diagnosis and social habits, and I know this thread was meant to be humorous. That being said I have to say that the most disgusting thing encountered at work i...

5. Male travel nurse?

   AimeeJo RN replied to patrick.gines's topic in Men

   I agree with the previous posts that recommend years of experience first. It is great to work with travelers because of their experience. We have had several travelers at my hospital and many of them were male. They are a great asset to the team.

6. As a Nurse what are some things that make you sick?

   AimeeJo RN replied to Josh.P's topic in General Nursing

   prosthetic eyes, removing or inserting them gives me the willys. and colostomies

7. Feeling guilty, lazy, and incompetent...

   AimeeJo RN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

   Don't feel so bad. It is not your fault if you are busy with other tasks. You cannot be there every time a resident is cleaned up or toileted, what are you supposed to do apply the creams in the dining room or hallway or wherever they may be 90% of...

8. Changing Out a Supra Pubic Catheter

   AimeeJo RN replied to diane227's topic in Med-Surg

   Thanks for the info. I have a suggestion as well. At my last job we had a patient who ended up with peritonitis and sepsis, when his suprapubic catheter was changed 4 times in less than 2 days, the nurses were having trouble with the catheter and e...

9. Olympic College PreReq - Which Instructors do you like?

   AimeeJo RN replied to LetUrLightShineRN's topic in Washington

   Baldwin for chemistry, he is awesome. Ferguson for A&P. Elauria for Micro.

10. Best places in Washington for new nurses?

    AimeeJo RN replied to vlmusicalsound's topic in Washington

    I have heard some nurses especially new ones have a difficult time getting hired. It seems like Franciscan hospitals hire quite a few new nurses. Residencies are a great way to get started if you can find one. PM me if you want details.

11. pregnancy and the agency

    AimeeJo RN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Agency

    I almost took a job with an agency. They wanted extensive personal health information. Even with pediatric patients who will not be a challenge to transfer or lift, they want to make absolutely sure you can do the job and no issues will get in the ...

12. RN Salary survey

    AimeeJo RN replied to RNnurse07's topic in General Nursing

    Washington state. LTC, New grad, 22.87 hr plus 1.50 eve/night differential, and 3/hr weekend shift diff. Looking into hospital residency starts 25.50/hr with 3/hr shift diff. No guarantees about the weather, though I am not complaining.

13. Funny things that pts say

    AimeeJo RN replied to jRN4now's topic in Humor

    I had a patient a couple days ago tell me all about how alfalfa tea would keep you from getting grey hair. She says I am 65 and have no grey hair. Nevermind the fact that I am looking at a completely grey haired 85 year old. I just smiled and told...

14. Chest compressions on breathing patient.

    AimeeJo RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work in long term care. This evening I found one of my residents almost unresponsive. He was blue, O2 sat of 59, pulse of about 130. Needless to say he had a pulse, turned out to be new onset afib, and he was breathing. Anyway, I called for hel...

15. My Dad is in CVICU...need help!!

    AimeeJo RN replied to EmileeMc's topic in CCU

    I don't have advice, just hugs and prayers. I am sorry to hear about your dad.