DaddyO

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1. Pain Management

   DaddyO replied to Katniss88's topic in Orthopaedic

   PCA Dilaudid or Morphine / PCEA Bupivacaine is discontinued POD1 and we transition to PO meds....with having Dilaudid or Morphine IVP as Break thru q3hrs if the Percocets / Roxicodone is not adequate. Last week I had a knee replacement that came out ...

2. Interested in specializing in orthopedic nursing

   DaddyO replied to turner76's topic in Orthopaedic

   Gypsy seems to have covered it. Good reply... only thing I can add is that we follow protocols...like the timing of removing Foley Catheter and Drains (Hemovac, JP and Stryker) and dressing changes. Foley removal is usually POD 1(6-8hrs to void, if...

3. Medical Records copied by outside source and HIPAA

   DaddyO posted a topic in HIPAA

   I asked for a copy of my Dad's medical records from a Hospital. I received a bill from a 3rd party that made the actual copies. Does having a 3rd party make copies violate the HIPAA rule since we were not made aware that another source would be copy...

4. Pradaxa

   DaddyO replied to Jenni811's topic in Medications

   We buried my Dad in June. I work on a Post Op floor. The Doctors all seem to stay away from this drug. Some say it is a good alternative to use..... My Dad's bleeding did not stop and I had to sign the Hospice forms. Some alternative.

5. Are RNs allowed to work as techs if they cannot find employment

   DaddyO replied to lee1's topic in New Jersey

   BCC has an alliance with William Paterson. Arguably a cheaper way to get a BSN if one attends a Community College first and then transfer to a 4yr or RN to BSN program.

6. NJ BON is ridiculous

   DaddyO replied to jeuulnie's topic in New Jersey

   IMO you are speaking to the call center when you call, not the BON. I am not saying they are not helpful but I did not get results until I went to Newark after waiting 2 months thanks to Alibee. I went to them on a Friday and had my license issue...

7. RN to MSN Bridge courses

   DaddyO posted a topic in School Programs

   Has anyone taken these courses online ? just wanted to hear any helpful comments or suggestions. Thanks in advance. [TABLE] [TR] [TD][h=2]Course Descriptions[/h][/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]NURS 325 Critical Issues in Nursing - 3.00 credits[/TD] [/TR...

8. NJ Board of Nursing - What the Heck?

   DaddyO replied to alibee's topic in New Jersey

   Like mentioned earlier in this thread....If you register here: https://newjersey.mylicense.com/eGov/Login.aspx You can see the list of forms submitted and everything necessary for licensing. and if you are deficient in anything. I would go here f...

9. NJ Board of Nursing - What the Heck?

   DaddyO replied to alibee's topic in New Jersey

   Mid June.

10. NJ Board of Nursing - What the Heck?

    DaddyO replied to alibee's topic in New Jersey

    I went to Newark on Friday. This Monday morning I have my license issued. Thanks for the suggestion Alibee.

11. Need help about Bergen community college nursing program

    DaddyO replied to Beckerz's topic in New Jersey

    When I started, the HESI was the determining factor. Like you said they start at the top with the higher scores and work down from there until the spots are filled. A friend that had a much better GPA than me was not accepted since I had a better H...

12. RN applying for CNA position

    DaddyO replied to wannabemurse's topic in Job Hunt

    Have you checked the Blood Donation and Immunization organizations in your area as well, over the CNA position ? Immunizations orgs like Mollen. Not sure of your area....just a suggestion.

13. Salary for research nursing?

    DaddyO replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Research

    can someone give a salary range if known.

14. what are the best mens scrubs you have found?

    DaddyO replied to Buckyxj's topic in Men

    tired of shaving the chest hair and wearing a T shirt under gets warm. are there any alternatives to the V neck top ?

15. Hurst Review...tell me what you think ?

    DaddyO replied to DaddyO's topic in NCLEX

    Thanks for all the replies... Hurst worked for me.....Passed !