augigi

augigi CNS

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  1. new nurse neds help getting back on her feet

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

    If your ability wasn't good enough, you would not have passed nursing school and NCLEX. You have the knowledge, now you just need the practice and confidence!! Nursing school prepares you for entry as...

  2. Nclex Failure or not!

    augigi replied to lissyenfer's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Quick google search turned up this link: Health Care Professional's License

  3. Ethics Violation-Would you remain silent or challenge the system?

    augigi replied to MissJanelle904's topic in General Nursing

    Put this in writing to the head of your nursing school, including details and names of the witnesses. Keep a copy. Keep going higher with this until someone does

  4. Anyone left good paying job for nursing?

    augigi replied to LovesGreyhounds's topic in General Nursing

    I'm about to leave a 6 figure job in the corporate world for a return to nursing. My job is associated with health care, but I just miss the clinical environment and mental stimulation too much. I'm...

  5. How Many Nurses are Glad They Have a Union

    augigi replied to Simplepleasures's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in Australia, and joined the union mostly because they offered malpractice insurance. I also worked as a unit union rep for a while. To be honest, the one time I needed them, for legal support at...

  6. International Nurses Who Studied in USA?

    augigi replied to augigi's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks for the info. I meant legal permanent residents who are working in the US, not student

  7. web site for free acls training

    augigi replied to mainstream's topic in General Nursing

    Quick google search turned up ACLS which has a simulator etc, although some of their info is outdated, so

  8. Has anyone made up hours?

    augigi replied to Clarecartwright's topic in International Nursing

    RNG1, I'm not sure why you felt the need to post this or what you meant, but I was just reminding people, as I had experience with this. I was not being obstructive, as you seem to

  9. Why nursing?

    augigi replied to samantha18's topic in General Nursing

    Err... don't do it for the pay!!! (Are you

  10. The difference between Nurses and Respiratory Therapist...

    augigi replied to Coloradogrl's topic in Nursing Humor

    Ew never heard that. I'd duck though! Poo wipes off, sputum

  11. I think i may have chosen the wrong field maybe?????

    augigi replied to Rocky_LPN's topic in Men in Nursing

    I don't think anyone can tell you what to do, it's a personal decision. Many people have trained as nurses then gone to med school. It would have to be helpful I'd imagine. If you have the ambition,...

  12. New Grad position interview tomorrow. but i'm SICK! advice please!

    augigi replied to Honeybun1206's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would call and explain the situation, and OFFER to reschedule. If they want you to go in anyway, I'd go. It's not a good look to call in sick - what are they going to think about you as an

  13. filter needles

    augigi replied to HSRN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    I have never used one in my life

  14. What is KTVO?

    augigi replied to roseynurse345's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    .

  15. Urosepsis Resources Help!

    augigi replied to Leng27RN,BSN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Regardless of the cause (urinary or other), if sepsis is your problem, then you need to look up sepsis info. Any sepsis is pretty severe. What lab values are abnormal? Can you post the problem? I...

  16. Really really screwed up....

    augigi replied to pendragon1980's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You got fired for forgetting a dose of Lasix? If that is genuinely the only reason, that is ridiculous!!!! Hope you can enjoy your holiday and find a nicer position next

  17. Help I'm mobbed

    augigi replied to Sonn's topic in General Nursing

    Sonn, I imagine the previous poster did not know how to start her own thread. I answered your post in the Aussie

  18. Oh No State Board Exam!!! Help!!!

    augigi replied to swts4life's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi, try the NCLEX discussion

  19. vermont centre fastest processing

    augigi replied to kheynurse's topic in International Nursing

    No they do not require

  20. Will I ever be able to get my licence?

    augigi replied to darkestfaery's topic in International Nursing

    Do you mean that you are there illegally after overstaying a 90 days' visa when you were 14? If so, consult an immigration lawyer

  21. Urosepsis Resources Help!

    augigi replied to Leng27RN,BSN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What are you looking for exactly? I can check the literature for you. Are you looking for treatment, signs

  22. Consents When Under The Influence

    augigi replied to TazziRN's topic in General Nursing

    Not sure about psych patients, but agree about narcotics. Don't worry about the doc - better he laughs now than when you're in

  23. New Mexico Licensure Question

    augigi replied to rn4ever?'s topic in General Nursing

    Yes you must send the application packet including payment, fingerprints, application to the board. Otherwise your file will not be commenced. Their instructions are quite clear regarding what to...

  24. Has anyone made up hours?

    augigi replied to Clarecartwright's topic in International Nursing

    Don't forget if you plan to take the hours as a guest at a US school, you'll need the correct visa (none would let me do it on a visitor visa) and must be able to support yourself financially...

  25. help in infusing bactrim

    augigi replied to laurainri's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You're welcome, although it actually says for 5 MLS (and not 5mg) of IV solution you should add 125mls - which would be a total of 250mls, since you were using 10mls of solution