PatsFan1969

PatsFan1969 has 5 years experience and specializes in cardiac/medical.

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1. Accepted-Otterbein University FNP

   PatsFan1969 replied to PatsFan1969's topic in NP Students

   Otterbein is great so far. I have finished 2 semesters. I opted to complete the program in 3 years. The faculty is wonderful and supportive.

2. I got into Otterbein CRNA class of 2014!!!

   PatsFan1969 replied to guest610's topic in SRNA

   I was accepted into the FNP program at Otterbein University. I start this summer semester. Best of Luck to you in the CRNA program.

3. Accepted-Otterbein University FNP

   PatsFan1969 posted a topic in NP Students

   Hello Everyone I received notification that I was accepted into the FNP program at Otterbein University in OH. It is a hybrid program, an online program with attending class one night a week. I am very excited, I begin in Fall '13. Just wondering ...

4. Has anyone ever worked for VA hospital?

   PatsFan1969 replied to feelsgoodtobeRN's topic in Career Support

   I have never worked for the VA so I am no authority. However, wWhat I can tell you is it is nearly impossible to get hired on here in Dayton. The RNs must be very happy with their jobs because it doesn't seem anyone ever leaves to create openings. ...

5. Advice for an aspiring GNP

   PatsFan1969 replied to buzzalongs's topic in General Nursing

   When I began nursing a few years ago, my goal was also to become a GNP. After some research, the only bit of advice I have to offer is...you may want to consider pursuing an ANP or FNP instead of the GNP. The GNP can only treat the older adult popu...

6. Help in choosing the best nursing field for me? plz

   PatsFan1969 replied to remiya143's topic in General Nursing

   I have been a nurse on a cardiac/medical floor for about two years now and I still haven't figured out where my "niche" is...relax, there is no rush.

7. How to calculate continuous bladder irrigation?

   PatsFan1969 replied to ERsn's topic in General Nursing

   Input-output= true urine. However, I have found it nearly impossible to get an accurate reading, especially if the irrigation is running fast.

8. Common Conditions in Med/Surg

   PatsFan1969 replied to beauty912's topic in General Nursing

   COPD, GI bleed, CHF, Mental Status Change, CVA/TIA, Chest Pain, and I could go on and on.

9. PO liquid potassium vs. PO tablet potassium??

   PatsFan1969 replied to sherlee's topic in Safety

   My coworker told me that liquid form tends to work a little quicker than the tablets. If we get a patient in during the middle of the night that needs K replacement, she will give the patient the liquid form to get the K level up quicker in time for...

10. More of a personal health question...need input

    PatsFan1969 replied to NYRN09's topic in General Nursing

    I have noticed that they shut down some threads fairly abruptly but I think it has to do liability issues.

11. Your Pet Peeves in Nursing..

    PatsFan1969 replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    The lab tech that comes barrelling down the hall at warp speed with her rickety cart (thump, thump, thump), waking each and every patient whose room she passes.

12. telephone orders

    PatsFan1969 replied to calliesue's topic in Geriatric

    I guess it depends on the nurse and the situation. If the other nurse took the order, then why wouldn't they sign the order?

13. Who me? A nurse?

    PatsFan1969 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just wondering if anyone else does this? I have had to bring my 9 yr old and 7 yr old sons to the ER a few times for various issues (fractured clavicle, knee lac, head lac). I never tell the staff I am a nurse. I just sit back and observe. I wonde...

14. Straight cath vs indwelling question

    PatsFan1969 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi I am a relatively new RN and have encountered a situation that has left me stumped. I just knew that all my friends at allnurses.com could give me a little insight. Here is my question... The other night I had an elderly lady (98, A&O and the ...

15. You should NOT become a nurse if...

    PatsFan1969 replied to dani888's topic in General Nursing

    if...you lack the ability to think critically and quickly if...you do not cope well with constant and intense stress if...you cannot multi-task or have poor organizational skills if...you don't want a job that continually changes with new things to ...