xtian

xtian has 5 years experience and specializes in PACU.

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1. Infusing in the Yellow PA Port on A swan

   xtian posted a topic in CCU

   Received an outside hospital transfer with dobutamine infusing in Yellow Pa Port on a swan that wasn't being used. I know we don't usually infuse in the PA. What is the reasoning or effects of this? Thanks

2. Good Reference Books or Apps for New Nurses??

   xtian replied to SlyFoxRN's topic in General Nursing

   My hospital uses Lexi Comp it has Labs, Diagnostics, Meds, Interactions, Calculations etc. I highly recommend it. I used it in nursing school as well.

3. Interview experiences from others

   xtian replied to larien37's topic in Job Hunt

   It depends on where you are applying. A large well known facility is likely to give you more than one interview and have a lot of experience in interviewing. A Dr. office might be a quick conversation about your goals and hobbies. Plenty of info alre...

4. Is Trinitas School Of Nursing

   xtian replied to RN20102010's topic in New Jersey

   Graduated May/11 passed NCLEX 1st shot, anyone with questions feel free to message me. Good luck to you guys

5. Diagnostic test results. What do you tell the patient?

   xtian replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

   Anyone know the legal side of this? I would love to advocate for the pt and tell them this or that, but that isn't really something for us to reason. To me it seems these areas with no clear definitions are what get us a seat in court. I have never s...

6. Anyone work on a Cardiac Progressive unit?

   xtian replied to FutureOBNurse2118's topic in General Nursing

   Don't worry new grads go into all types of floors, just ask around. Good luck just prepare for the interview by knowing the material. I am also starting on a cardiac floor as we speak and don't let your nerves get the best of you. It's like any new j...

7. Pot Smoking and Nursing

   xtian replied to MrsNurseCA's topic in General Nursing

   I think it's pretty sad this discussion is even here. My friend who is in school told me she was surprised to see how much drug use there is among the nursing students. Wow, good luck to us all.

8. New RN worried about confrontations

   xtian replied to xtian's topic in New Nurse

   this is what i was hoping to hear. great advice i will keep it in mind. thank you for the examples it really puts it into perspective i can see myself busting out a few of those. i'll find out about the the behavioral reporting that could defin...

9. Challenges you face as a guy, working as a L&D nurse?

   xtian replied to dondud's topic in Men

   I would guess that your biggest problem would be getting hired into that field, if you get past that you should be fine. I didn't get rejected once by a female patient during my L&D orientation and I had quite a few patients that semester. I did ...

10. New nurse

    xtian replied to luvemmaboo's topic in New Nurse

    You guys are not comforting me as I prepare to start haha oh boy, good luck I'm sure it will be fine.

11. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    xtian replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    I had a sport bike for a bit and drove it in the tristate area of all places. I drove it to school, up and down the east coast from FL to NY, raced at the track, etc. I thank God nothing happened to me and suddenly came to my senses and sold it. I di...

12. New name for nurses who are men

    xtian replied to midlife101's topic in Men

    I'm someone who no matter what, I hear the word nurse I think woman. I can't say I admire that aspect of nursing too much.

13. Differences between BSN and ADN?

    xtian replied to bkingren1031's topic in ADN/BSN

    Unfortunately the pay rate isn't significantly different from what I have seen, but the major difference is your future employer. If I could have done my education over I would have most definitely went for a BSN program. One example I can give you i...

14. New RN worried about confrontations

    xtian posted a topic in New Nurse

    Just received my job offer and I am doing my research before I get started. One thing I realized is that I've never had any arguments with anyone as an RN or as a SN. I am the type of person who is OVERLY RESPECTFUL and I know this can taken as a wea...