DHnurse

Latest Activity

1. Primary nurse VS Team Nurse

   DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Med-Surg

   Thank you for your replies. I felt better after reading them that it can work. I got an offer and decided to accept. I am very excited to start.

2. Primary nurse VS Team Nurse

   DHnurse posted a topic in Med-Surg

   I just had an informal interview at a hospital. They do team nursing there. Has anyone had experience with this? I am used to primary nursing. I would love to hear your opinions. Thanks

3. Space Coast hospital interview process

   DHnurse posted a topic in Florida

   I am so excited. I applied for my FL license by endorsement on 6/3 and the BON website now shows a temporary license. Yeah! That wasn't so bad. Now to find a job. Do the hospitals on the space coast give exams as part of the interview process? ...

4. Gift

   DHnurse posted a topic in Home Health

   My patient who I took care of for 5 months passed away recently. The family wants to give me a piece of pottery that she made. I politely refused because gifts are against company policy according to handbook. The family said that she told them be...

5. Where do I take courses?

   DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Florida

   Thank you smjlpn! I found all the courses I need and spent the day taking them. I am all ready to mail my application tommorrow. Hopefully, it will be quick like yours. I know I could have applied for the 6 month extension because I am out of sta...

6. Where do I take courses?

   DHnurse posted a topic in Florida

   Where do I take the required courses? I have filled out my application for my FL license. I will be moving to FL 6/29. I can't find where to take the home study courses required for licensure on the internet. I have to take the HIV, med error and...

7. 5 best things a patient can do ...

   DHnurse replied to Witheney's topic in General Nursing

   I am a nurse and have been a patient at my own hospital. My husband was at my side most of the day and did simple things for me (like getting water, helping me to bathe) This allowed the nurse to have more time to spend on the more important aspect...

8. Working the night shift with young children?

   DHnurse replied to leisa22's topic in General Nursing

   I worked nights for 6 months while I was in school. I really couldn't handle it. After graduating, I tried it again and again I couldn't take it. I had no problems while I was at work, it was just trying to sleep during the day that was difficult....

9. Reluctantly moving. Need career advice

   DHnurse posted a topic in Home Health

   I started doing home care in March as a temporary job until I moved out of state. I work 6 hours a day in one patient's home and occasionally 8 hour shifts with another patient. I love the flexibility that home care gives me. The problem I have is...

10. Thoughts regarding MALE RNs?

    DHnurse replied to Riceburner's topic in California

    I love working with male nurses because the mood is so different when they are working. No gossiping and plenty of laughter. I am a new nurse and felt like I got the most support from the males. I overheard many female nurses talking about the oth...

11. Coordination of meds question

    DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Pain

    My patient has Multiple Myeloma, Arthritis, Hypertension, Gout and DM. So far, she has only taken Vicodin once. Tylenol works for now but I want to be prepared. There will come a time when Tylenol is not enough. Thanks

12. Coordination of meds question

    DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Pain

    It will be the first dose. The doctor ordered Vicodin but said to try Tylenol first. Thanks for your answer

13. Coordination of meds question

    DHnurse posted a topic in Pain

    What is your opinion? Tylenol and Vicodin ordered for pain. Tylenol 650 mg given. One hour later, pain is at the same level or increasing. Would you give the Vicodin? Both contain acetaminophen so I know I need to stop Tylenol once I begin admin...

14. Home Health nurses - Please Help

    DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Home Health

    I just got a call from the HH agency. They don't have a case for me right now but she said that can change overnight. I am going to go to orientation this Thursday. I am very excited and hope a case opens up. They have two vent cases open but do...

15. Home Health nurses - Please Help

    DHnurse replied to DHnurse's topic in Home Health

    Iyv33 - I am glad you saw my message. What kind of hours do you work? Does your agency give you additional training when needed? I am moved to West Melbourne, which is on the Space Coast of Brevard County. My husband is already there. I will be g...