augigi

augigi CNS

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  1. Do i not have what it takes?

    augigi replied to Rocky_LPN's topic in Men in Nursing

    Mouth

  2. Drug orders PO "o.d."?

    augigi replied to missninaRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I assume it means once daily, but the others are correct, it's not a proper abbreviation so it should be

  3. took it on the 21st...

    augigi replied to snoopy_eam's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Not sure, but I would imagine yes. Why not try and see?

  4. I passed nclex RN with 75Q's

    augigi replied to precy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The rules on how many times you can take the exam before requiring remedial classes/the length of time between attempts depends on your state board of nursing. Check with them or their

  5. My first... Code.

    augigi replied to ashley_michelle's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sounds like you did fine for your first code! It can often be helpful when you're learning to have a debriefing session with the staff involved afterwards, where you can all discuss who did what, and...

  6. New Mexico Licensure Question

    augigi replied to rn4ever?'s topic in General Nursing

    THis was already posted. CES is not a requirement but optional if you have it. People calling/emailing the BON all the time instead of reading the info just adds to delays

  7. petition now? need expert advice...

    augigi replied to dindog's topic in International Nursing

    If you know you will be applying for a green card via employment, why would you need to get your mum to petition you as well? You can only have one green card. Even if she did it today, you won't get...

  8. how to deal with a difficult classmate

    augigi replied to shining_star28463's topic in General Students

    I would NOT confront her in the meeting. It's not your job to sort it out. Hand it higher up, and document your concerns in

  9. New Grad - can't keep it together.

    augigi replied to vegnurse21's topic in General Nursing

    You've got great advice, but I can't help but say "it's not you"!! Every nurse that ever graduated has felt the same, usually daily. It takes 1-2 years to feel even barely like a "real nurse". A few...

  10. Is a DON position realisitic?

    augigi replied to mattseviernd's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Per llg - Don't work for someone stupid enough to give you a DON job as a new grad. There is no way in "you-know-where" that someone who has never worked as an nurse can be in a position to direct...

  11. Should nurses be forced to take charge against their will?

    augigi replied to luv2dive's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think you should be "forced to take charge against your will" - but having said that, if I was the NUM I would be worried about a staff member who'd been there 2-3 years and was not interested...

  12. epidurals in MRI

    augigi replied to MurseNeutron's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I hope you don't take my word for it - you should read the manufacturer's product literature, which will clearly state if the product is not MRI-compatible. From the manufacturer website:...

  13. CA BRN: Education does not meet CA requirements in pediatrics

    augigi replied to lr1234's topic in International Nursing

    It doesn't matter if you have enough theory hours. Because you will be making up the clinical rotation, the US college will require you to do the theory in order to be safe for the

  14. ICU Staffing?

    augigi replied to RNforLongTime's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    1:1 care seems fine to me, and I've done it many times in small ICUs. However, 4 patients, including one ventilated patient, is too many for 2 staff - especially with a new nurse who has no acute...

  15. Should I take NCLEX-PN after failing RN 2x

    augigi replied to Born2bRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Noone here can advise as we do not know you. Sit down and write a list of pros and cons to each path. Can you afford to not work or only work part time while you study? I don't think it would take 4...

  16. Do a BSN degree holder has equal chance to take nclex like the RN's?

    augigi replied to sam's_angel's topic in International Nursing

    It's fine. You do not have to take the NLE, but if you do, then CGFNS will need to wait until they get a passing result in order to issue the CES report. You can then apply for the Florida license by...

  17. "So when you are off orientation and able to be in-charge..."

    augigi replied to WickedRedRN's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a nursing home throughout my degree, then the day I got my license started being in charge. I did have another charge nurse on the other wing who was very supportive, and I already knew...

  18. How to convert license from another state to NY?

    augigi replied to wasup's topic in International Nursing

    You need to search "Licensure by endorsement" on the International forum, as the information has been posted a lot. Basically: 1. Have your physical license from VT in hand. 2. Go to NY board of...

  19. Help-Real quick question: I want to get a balanced view from all sides on this issue.

    augigi replied to Bob26's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Actually, that's the proverbial apples and oranges. RNs and LPNs are both studying nursing, but to different depths and breadths. However NPs and MDs are NOT studying the same thing. One is NOT...

  20. IELTS! I am terrified

    augigi replied to elenova's topic in International Nursing

    The requirements are different for different states to get licensed, you will also need english tests for the Visa Screen

  21. re:vermont processing time to for licensure/att

    augigi replied to matchbox20's topic in Immigration Advice

    Vermont does not require a SSN to issue a license. However CA does require one to endorse to CA from VT. So you could get your VT license, but you won't be able to endorse. I think you can get a...

  22. Having a new Baby while Green Card is processed??

    augigi replied to philRN2006's topic in International Nursing

    Children of permanent resident parents who are born in the United States are US citizens. They may be entitled to dual citizenship of the US and the parent's home country, depending upon...

  23. Results envelope (NCLEX-PN) question....(m)

    augigi replied to pink2blue1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Never heard that one. You should be able to check the board of vocational nurses' website to see if a license has been issued before the result arrives in the mail:...

  24. Would reapplying to a nursing school be frowned on?

    augigi replied to jlhalloween's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    One way to find out - give the admissions office a call. Since there were compassionate reasons, they may be more likely. Depends on the local policy and admissions

  25. nclex exam. pls help!

    augigi replied to gird24!'s topic in International Nursing

    The ATT is issued by Pearson Vue after the board of nursing advises them you are eligible to sit the exam, and you have paid the Pearson Vue fee. How long ago did you apply to Arizona? Have you heard...