Nurse Alexa MSN, RN

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New York to Drop Masks in Hospital Facilities

Nurse Alexa posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

As of February 12th, the CDC no longer recommends universal masking in health facilities in New York. Individuals who have not received the Flu/COVID vaccine are still mandated to wear the mask but it...
I couldn't help myself but in my defense I was left unsupervised.

Nurse Alexa replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Nursing Humor

Candida Auris has been around for years and the DOH swabs units if there are new cases. They say it's extremely contagious. Most of the times I've seen this in patients who are extremely compromised...
Fun Friday!

Nurse Alexa replied to NoScrub's topic in Nursing Humor

LOL we can all feel like this esp after those crazy days we barely pee and sit. Love this
A Baby Stops Breathing at a Grocery Store ― An ICU Nurse Steps In

Nurse Alexa replied to Bluepen's topic in General Nursing

Thank god she was there. Respiratory arrest is the #1 cause of death for infants and children. Rescue breathing is key and this is something that everyone should know - to save their child or a...
Override is needed!

Nurse Alexa replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

Medications which are needed for all medical emergencies should be able to override. That also includes pain medications for intubation and procedures Fentanyl Propofol Precedex...
Pearson Vue Trick

Nurse Alexa replied to allnurses's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

Hope this helps you guys in using the PVT. All Nurses and I have teamed up to give you a step-by-step guide with video instructional. This is all for your benefit so use it and ease your anxiety...
Next Generation NCLEX-RN: Three Immediate Strategies to Implement for Nursing Student Success

Nurse Alexa replied to Brent Gordon's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

The new NCLEX is focused on critical thinking and safety. As a teacher, I would tell my students to focus on patient scenario questions including priority and safety concerns. Sometimes as nurses...
NCLEX RN

Nurse Alexa replied to Radhika Sharma's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

While the good pop up is foul-proof, it's been said the bad pop up is only 70% effective. I would try to hold it together and wait until your formalized result comes back. No use worrying is you don't...
Thoughts on CRNA schools: Upenn VS Scranton

Nurse Alexa replied to ICURN2's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Hello there - UPENN I heard is like the Mecca of anesthesia and you are blessed to get in there. However, it is one of the more expensive schools. Scranton is more "reasonably" priced with also a...
PVT says on hold; Pearson say's candidate misconduct

Nurse Alexa replied to Nazim's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

Nazim - I'm so sorry this happened to you. The fragility of the testing situation is intense and I remember when I took it, they almost made me feel like it was military style with all the rules....
CMC exam

Nurse Alexa replied to Guest932174's topic in General Nursing

I was close to failing this exam as well. The CMC is very difficult I felt - I took the TCRN as well and the TCRN was longer but less challenging for me. Off that tangent, as for resources, I...
Favorite Student Websites for Resources

Nurse Alexa replied to Flojo1986's topic in General Students

YouTube is always a go too - many channels have great content with eye catching videos. For specific topics - the ABG Ninja website was always key for understanding ABG interpretations with...
Interview tips

Nurse Alexa replied to Jane the Nurse's topic in Correctional

Speak about your focus on optimal patient care and safety! Speak about your conflict resolution, which I'm sure in the prisons you'll see a lot of. Speak about how you can see the signs of a person...
Aesthetic vs. PACU: Picking between two nursing specialties- Which will have better career opportunities/salary growth?

Nurse Alexa replied to Bee1740's topic in First Year After Licensure

I would think about where you see yourself. I think PACU seems the better option - here you can continue your nursing skills and are exposed to a wider variety of career paths. As an Aesthetic...
Toxic work environment

Nurse Alexa replied to Azureshunter's topic in General Nursing

Overall, we are all on a team and sometimes members of that team can be difficult to work with. At the end of the day, make sure you are doing the best you can do for your patients, show respect to...
How to Navigate SRNA Stipend Offer?

Nurse Alexa replied to baRN owl's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

I have not been in this situation yet - but I have heard that many Anesthesia Associations and hospital systems will offer loan reimbursements for years of work. I would first and foremost...
Resume Objective

Nurse Alexa replied to sh3rylanne's topic in Aesthetics

Aesthetics RN is focused on attention to detail, facial anatomy and IV skills. I would highlight your IV experience in your resume, knowledge of Anatomy of the Face and detail-orientation on the unit....
The Age Old Question: When Should I Start Traveling

Nurse Alexa replied to JuicyJ95's topic in Travel

I would wait until you have a little more experience. For example, I had 6 years experience in critical care before traveling. While some traveling sites will assist you, I have worked at a majority...
Should I withdraw from CRNA school?

Nurse Alexa replied to CVICURN2021's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

I would speak with colleagues as well, and I think you'd be pleasantly surprised that many feel the same way. Starting a new position, and one with the most responsibility, is nerve wracking and...
I am so frustrated with Anatomy & Physiology :(

Nurse Alexa replied to Jonahyona's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

In my opinion, A&P was one of the most challenging pre-requisite you will take because it incorporates lots of memorization. It's important to take one topic at a time. To study pieces...
4 Reasons to Love Bedside Nursing

Nurse Alexa replied to Laura-Lee Nuttall's topic in General Nursing

I appreciate this article and have always appreciated bedside nursing. It's a beautiful thing to be placed in these patient situations as their backbone and advocate. We are working with patients...
Anybody Passed CMC recently? I need recommendation on review materials. Thanks

Nurse Alexa replied to gilversplace's topic in Critical Care

I passed the CMC last year! I used the AACN booklet which was a saving grace and the questions were just like the one's they posted. I also used Laura Gasparis's (sp) YouTube cardiology videos...
Floor RN transitioning to dialysis

Nurse Alexa replied to D5HalfNormal's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

Soak in all the material you can - dialysis nurses know a lot. You will be an asset to the team because of your acute
How often are vitals check w/Amio drip infusing?

Nurse Alexa replied to raindrop's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

At the hospitals in which I have worked Amio is considered a drip in which vitals should be checked every hour. I know it seems like a lot, but we also know the side effects of Amio - hypotension...
Why Hospitals Don't Value Nurses: A Nurse's Perspective

Nurse Alexa replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

Different facilities I believe have more respect of nurses than others. I've worked at a facility where there is little regard for the nursing staff. The director at this facility appeared to be...

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