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1. N95 vs. Surgical Mask for TB PPE

   ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Nursing

   Apparently the IC specialists at my hospital have decided that surgical masks are an appropriate form of PPE for dealing with pts who have TB. However all of the research I have done the CDC and WHO all say N95 is a minimum requirement needed for pre...

2. Runny nose during shift

   ilovemicrobiology replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing

   Most shifts I too would just carry a pocketful of Kleenex and wash my hands like crazy, and not give it a second thought. Then a few nights ago, I had a pt on contact precaution and there goes my nose, couldn't reach into my pocket- so I turn my back...

3. Runny nose during shift

   ilovemicrobiology replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing

   I wasn't looking for medical advice, just hoping that maybe someone else went through the same thing- and could pass along any tips or tricks. Not med related.

4. Runny nose during shift

   ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Nursing

   Does this happen to anyone else, when I am very busy and running around during my shift, my nose gets so runny. It's gross, very unprofessional, and I'm constantly wiping my nose (then washing my hands). However when things slow down, and I'm sitting...

5. Moving to ND

   ilovemicrobiology replied to L&D<3's topic in North Dakota

   How did you find the room, through Craigslist or something like that? I'm planning on moving out to the Minot area after graduation in May and have been checking Craigslist out for a while. It looks to me like a lot of the people renting rooms are cr...

6. Applying for a job while still in nursing school?

   ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Nursing

   I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel-7 months until graduation!Was wondering if you are able to start applying for jobs before you graduate and take the NCLEX, or do I have to wait until I am completely done. Any insight appreciated!

7. Does this sound like TB induration

   ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Nursing

   Ughhh! I just had the worst experience at my local community clinic for my annual TB test. The medical asst who started to measure takes out the ruler and started to measure the whole reddened area (I am fair and have very sensitive skin) and she say...

8. Civillian Navy Nurse Requirements??

   ilovemicrobiology replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in Government

   Thanks for your reply. However it doesn't specify BSN or if ADN is required. Anyone have first hand knowledge?

9. Civillian Navy Nurse Requirements??

   ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in Government

   I was wondering what the requirements for applying for a civillian rn job on a navy base are? Are they the same as active duty? Specifically: 1. Do you need a bsn?2. Are you required to do a physical and medical evaluation? Any input appreciated! I...

10. Minot ND information

    ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in North Dakota

    A few weeks ago someone posted some info about Minot hiring nurses. I can't seem to find the post and was wondering if anyone recalls the name of the staffing agency to contact. I'm interested in finding out more. Also if anyone has any insight into ...

11. MRSA Concerns

    ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Students

    As a new nursing student there are all sorts of diseases to be worried about contracting while working in a hospital setting. Especially MRSA!! How do you deal with that anxiety- or do you even give it a second thought? Any helpful words or tips woul...

12. MRSA in the nares

    ilovemicrobiology replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing

    I suppose my original question should have asked- as nurses is it inevitable that we will all be mrsa carriers? Besides hand washing and PPE is there anything else we can do to protect ourselves?

13. MRSA in the nares

    ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a new nursing student and was wondering how you get a colonization of mrsa in the nose? I know it's not airborn, is it from putting dirty fingers in/ near your nose? As a carrier does that make it easier to get an infection elsewhere on your bod...

14. Bankruptcy and Jobs

    ilovemicrobiology posted a topic in Job Hunt

    Hello, I am currently in nursing school and will likely have to declare bankruptcy soon. I have tried working with my lenders to sort this out myself but it's not looking good. Have any of you had any experience with getting a job as a nurse after de...

15. RN student and asking about personal meds?

    ilovemicrobiology replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for all of your replies! :)