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  1. Cardiac Progressive Care Opening
    I currently work on the skilled unit at Presbyterian's satellite hospital, Kaseman (Albuquerque). Currently, there are three day shifts open on the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit and I would like to...
    May 14
    Forum: New Mexico Nursing
  2. from med/surg and stepdown to pre-op
    I say go for it!! Nursing is my second career and I too am looking into Pre and Post-op. it doesn't hurt to apply. So what if there are people in their 30's, it should not stop you from pursuing...
    Mar 24
    Forum: Nursing Career Advice
  3. Getting a Chance
    I wouldn't mind doing an unpaid internship. The trouble is, I don't know how to get my foot in the door. I don't know anyone who would allow me to do so. I've thought about going to HR for any...
    Dec 12, '12
    Forum: New Mexico Nursing
  4. Getting a Chance
    I have been a Registered Nurse for three years. My career started out in Family Practice Clinic. Currently I am working on the SNF unit at a reputable hospital. However, I have been trying to get in...
    Dec 12, '12
    Forum: New Mexico Nursing
  5. What is the nurse-patient ratio where you work?
    I work on a Skilled/Acute Care Unit where the ratio is 8:1, soon to be 10:1. Hence, why I am looking for another job in a specialty area such as the OR or PACU.
    Sep 11, '12
    Forum: Nursing Issues On Patient Safety
  6. I don't think it's going to work out...you're fired.
    We are all human and we all make mistakes! Chuck this experience up as a learning curve - easily said than done, I know. Hang in there and go for your RN. Being let go will have no impact on your...
    Jul 10, '12
    Forum: LPN / LVN Corner
  7. ABQ VA Hospital?
    I did my precept on the Telemtry floor at nights. While I was there, the RN and I had 6 to 8 patients. Most were stable but we had two who were a challenge and therefore, we're close to the nurses...
    Mar 18, '12
    Forum: New Mexico Nursing
  8. What color scrubs do you wear?
    Our clinic requires RN's andLPN's wear white tops with either red, black, navy, green or purple pants. Our MA's wear the same colors in both tops and bottoms. However, a plus is that we can wear...
    Jan 15, '12
    Forum: Nursing Scrubs / Uniforms / Gear
  9. Funny Orientation Story
    That was great a story :) I got a real chuckle.
    Jan 7, '12
    Forum: Nursing Humor / Share Jokes
  10. ADN to BSN (to MSN)  or   BSN to MSN?
    Nursing is my second career. I already have a Bachelor of Arts Degree. However, I went back to school and earned my A.D.N. and now working as an RN in a Family Practice Clinic. The company I work for...
    Jan 5, '12
    Forum: Registered Nurses: Diploma / ADN / BSN
  11. Support Stickie for New nurses who are not coping
    Wow, what great advice. Thanks Sweetie Pie for passing this on. Unfortunately, I can't eat chocolate cookies, but I will join you in peanut butter cookies. My favorite :)
    Jan 4, '12
    Forum: First Year After Nursing Licensure
  12. Support Stickie for New nurses who are not coping
    Janice; Please do not despair!! You are in a wonderful field of nursing - I too am in my early 40's, second career, as well. I have had many days where I still despair and wonder why I became a...
    Jan 2, '12
    Forum: First Year After Nursing Licensure
  13. Wanting to put the telephone down and return to direct patient care
    It will 2 years January 11 th when I started working in a Family Practice clinic. As an RN, I triage daily - 8 hours a day. If I am not doing that I am giving injections. I'm bored stiff. I would...
    Jan 2, '12
    Forum: Telephone Triage Nursing
  14. Press Nurse Extern Program????
    I work for Presbyterian but in an outpatient clinic at Ana Kaseman. Just as an FYI, I tried getting in as a nurse extern but at the time I looked there were no positions available. Did you apply...
    Apr 10, '11
    Forum: New Mexico Nursing
  15. ok which job would you choose?
    I work in a Family Practice Clinic and I deal with patients of all ages. It can be challenging at times but every day something new and exciting happens. There is never a dull moment! However, I am...
    Dec 11, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  16. If you don't work at the bedside, where do you work?
    Family Practice Clinic (9 1/2 months). I do phone triage, patient triage, nurse visits, wound care, transport of patient to hospitals, and whatever my two Doctors need in the way of shots.
    Oct 5, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  17. Funny Anesthesia Song
    Thanks for sharing this great video. It made my day brighter!
    Sep 30, '10
    Forum: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
  18. Flu shot tips
    I work in a Family Practice Clinic and I have been giving out the Flu shot to practically whoever walks in the door. As a way of giving the patient some control over their healthcare, I always ask...
    Sep 26, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  19. Dear nurses, I need some advice!
    I work in a clinic, Family Practice to be exact. Being a new grad as well, I find that I like working in a clinic. There are all kinds of experiences to learn from. Alas, I was not able to find a job...
    Sep 5, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  20. Support Stickie for New nurses who are not coping
    I just stumbled onto this...oh have there been days when I just didn't want to get up and go to work. After being a Registered Nurse for 8 months, I sometimes feel overwhlemed and stressed out. I...
    Aug 29, '10
    Forum: First Year After Nursing Licensure
  21. A question to new grads...how satisfied are you with your new salary ?
    i have been a registered nurse for the last 8 months and i live in albuquerque, new mexico. our salaries here are competitive - can't complain about my salary and i am thankful to have a job in this...
    Aug 29, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  22. RNs, are ya stressed out? Need a good cry?
    That was absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
    Aug 19, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  23. new grad in ambulatory surgery center? what do you think
    Congrats! Take a deep breath, everything will work out just fine. You are lucky to land such a position. I would trade with you any day. I work in a Family Practice clininc and I don't like the job...
    Aug 8, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  24. If med-surg floor is NOT for me, what else??
    With todays economy being bleak, I think you should stick to it for at least year. After a year you will have some experience and you can find your place in nursing that will make you happy. It is...
    Aug 7, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  25. Injection in buttocks: 1" vs. 1 1/2" needle
    I was told as well in school that injections were not administerd directly into the gluteal muscles. However, in an outpatient clinic we give injections in the U.O.Q (Upper outer quadrant) of the...
    Aug 1, '10
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion