RbLegend

RbLegend specializes in Peds( NICU-Burn- adultICU 8 yrs-ER-GI.

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1. NCLEX Hurst Review

   RbLegend replied to NJKarenRN's topic in NCLEX

   Sorry for the late reply... I highly recommend the Hurst review! I was the only one in my grad class that took Hurst ( as I am from USA southern states) I took the online lecture series, the videos were not only informative-but entertaining! I learn...

2. Dandelion mattress vs Z-Flo

   RbLegend replied to thefabulousmrst's topic in NICU

   I looked up this on Google.....watched the demo. I do not like how you cannot see the baby!

3. NICU or mental health...which one do you think?

   RbLegend replied to beachgirl17's topic in General Nursing

   I can tell you I have worked both as well.I currently am working NICU. Its not a cakewalk, you are on your feet at all times.I come home exhausted, There is no room for error -you have to get IVs right, everything has to be exact science, or else the...

4. Student Nurse PLanner

   RbLegend replied to nrselisa's topic in General Students

   My school gave me one of those SAUNDERS planners. I already have a planner! I would be willing to give it away-It is very nice - give it to you for postage/ or trade for someother student item that will help us pass?? Rae Ann

5. Anyone taking supplements?

   RbLegend replied to KarmaInMotion's topic in General Students

   I went to GNC and bought a protein/vitamin powder - specifically for women. I need to have health! So I make sure I drink one glass a day! And it is on sale-buy 1 get one half off! http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2864718&cp=&sr...

6. Best bookbag on wheels?

   RbLegend posted a topic in Uniform/Gear

   Anyone know how/where to buy one? 2nd year student-and my books are so heavy they have bent the frames! Any suggestions? I have been to every dept store. Thanks Rae Ann

7. NCLEX RN audio CDs

   RbLegend posted a topic in NCLEX

   Anyone know where I can get these? I learn by listening! Lectures on CDs for NCLEX..anyone? Thanks Rae Ann

8. So Much For Nursing Shortage!!!!!!!!!!

   RbLegend replied to mina123's topic in New Jersey

   I moved from FL to NJ in 1998- as a LPN with all the credentials- and was ****** I could not find a job in a hospital also! Now I am in RN program- will grad May 2009-I have been a LPN for 25 yrs! I do have a hospital job - but it took me 7 yrs>?...

9. Careplans-'interventions w/scientific rationales

   RbLegend replied to RbLegend's topic in Student Assist

   Do you mean 'the Prentice Hall' pathology book? This careplanning is ridulous- they want scientific rationale with each intervention! They mostly want it quoted from a nursing journal! Help - I am so frustrated!

10. Careplans-'interventions w/scientific rationales

    RbLegend posted a topic in Student Assist

    Ok- we have to do careplans with a scientific rationale (to the celluar level) for each intervention? Like if you turn a patient etc. Something so easy -how do scientifically rationale this?> I have Pathology books - they discuss disease. Anyone h...

11. Got Beat Up Badly In Face By Patient

    RbLegend replied to Aviationurse's topic in Psychiatric

    Do you have a union? Tell them also!

12. Would it be silly to get an LPN when I already have a BS?

    RbLegend replied to CNAinNeb's topic in LPN-RN

    Pass GO for your BSN- and collect your $200 ! Dont' even mess with LPN - as you could waste this time on BSN!

13. What is Med Surg really like?

    RbLegend replied to Ms Kylee's topic in General Students

    Honey - if you already work on Med-Surg - don't sweat it! As a student - it was a peice of cake for me. You only have 2 pts! As a nurse working the floor? I would have 10 pts /night shift - if anyone would get sick- and I would get so tied up with re...

14. POLL: What states have LPN/LVN hospital JOBS?

    RbLegend posted a topic in LPN/LVN

    I have been an LPN for 25 yrs - But since I have moved to NJ - NO hospital jobs! Damn Magnet STATUS! Check in let me know - I am curious. I had alot of jobs in my 25 yrs- Ped-ICU-ER- in FL -OK-TX- but NJ is dried up - even for GNs! I am in RN progr...

15. Start 1st LPN job Monday and nervous

    RbLegend replied to msteresa97's topic in LPN/LVN

    Honey - I was you....25 yrs ago ! They will not feed a new grad to the wolves. They will help you till you feel comfortable- if you aren't you have to speak up! Nurses are the best people I know!