kbrn2002 ADN, RN

Geriatrics, Dialysis

RN from WI

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    Pearson says... Pearson vue trick not accurate

    kbrn2002 replied to kcmd's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sorry but I just don't believe that. Nobody that works at Pearson would say that, nor do they do that. Pearson Vue isn't interested in duping somebody out of $200 because they registered to take the...
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    Zombie day off

    kbrn2002 replied to chopwood carrywater's topic in General Nursing

    Zombie day describes it perfectly! I absolutely can not accomplish anything that first day off. I am lucky to get out of my
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    Night shift/inservices

    kbrn2002 replied to lauriepat's topic in Health, Stress Management

    There should be more than one training session. If it is mandatory attendance what about the staff that are working during the training? There should be a make up session for staff that are working,...
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    Being a professional with tattoos?

    kbrn2002 replied to mandaay0313's topic in Nursing Career

    It shouldn't be a problem. Doesn't sound like yours is large or
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    Should I do nursing or follow my dreams?

    kbrn2002 replied to lindseynicole12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can be good at your job without loving it, whether it is nursing or not. You mention job stability, benefits and pay as pluses. Make sure that is the case where you live before you decide on...
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    Ins and outs- what's the point?!

    kbrn2002 replied to Bringonthenight's topic in General Nursing

    The ability for accuracy depends on lot on where you work. Some places have a lot more oversight than others. A 1:1 pt in ICU with 24 hr direct observastion it is possible, an ambulatory pt anywhere...
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    Supplies are missing!!!

    kbrn2002 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Sounds familiar. I think they pay our supply clerk just to rearrange the room at least 2-3 times a week. It takes forever to track stuff down. And don't even get me started on the med cart! Just like...
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    New laws requiring LPNs and RNs to become BSN by 2016

    kbrn2002 replied to Vocationofalifetime's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As long as each state has their own requirements for licensure according to their own BON there will not be any kind of federally mandated requirements and I don't see the BON's agreeing to giving up...
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    CNA Train the Trainer Class

    kbrn2002 replied to Marisette's topic in General Nursing

    In my area part time hours are the norm. A nurse I used to work with teaches the CNA classes now, and loves it. She is limited to a specific number of hours she can work however, so has to have a...
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    Ethical advice needed for a new grad...

    kbrn2002 replied to AnnaleaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Amen to that! Off topic but you are right, polypharmacy is rampant. For instance I have one lady I pass 17 meds to in the morning, 15 of which are some kind of OTC supplement. How many different...
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    Care Plan Salary

    kbrn2002 replied to Elizabethcarter's topic in General Nursing

    I would say figure out how long it takes to do each care plan and compute a total per care plan that equals a reasonable hourly
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    Still Looking.......

    kbrn2002 replied to realredhead1979's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck on your job hunt. Depending on your market, it may not easy [sounds like that is the case]. Don't give up though. At least you have some RN experience so you do have some advantage, however...
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    kbrn2002 replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    OK...another twin one. Reno [the girl] and Nevada [the boy]. I thought that was clever and kind of
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    Ethical advice needed for a new grad...

    kbrn2002 replied to AnnaleaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    A large med pass is almost impossible to safely complete in 2 hours. I work with computerized MARS now so times are automatically recorded and nobody has been talked to about late meds, largely...
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    Cough Syrup - wow!

    kbrn2002 replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    Holy Smokes!! I am a little terrified thinking about what "other ingredients" might be skillfully combined with that
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    kbrn2002 replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    I worked with a truck driver named Richard Dick, who was of course Dick Dick. Everyone called him Double
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    A Day In The Life Of A Nursing Student

    kbrn2002 replied to aoyak's topic in General Students

    I am sure the patients you have in clinicals greatly appreciate the wonderful care you are giving them, and I don't want to sound like a "negative Nancy" but... if you are bone tired and sore with 2...
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    Need Advice :/ My next move.

    kbrn2002 replied to Sacul86's topic in Operating Room

    It sounds like you are ambitious and energetic. Good for you! First question, is the job possibility at the Level 1 just a possibility or have you been offered a position? If you have already been...
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    kbrn2002 replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    I went to school with a girl named Bunny. She married a man with the last name Rabbit so became Bunny Rabbit. Now that must be true love to take on a name like
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    Time for a vacation!! Where do you want to go?

    kbrn2002 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Gosh where to begin...first step is winning the lottery to afford these wonderful trips! All your suggestions sound great. I love Yellowstone National Park, most of the western US actually is pretty...
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    What helps you sleep after night shift?

    kbrn2002 replied to Emma_H's topic in General Nursing

    I can't fall asleep after a shift. I am done at 7:00 am, get home and relax with some TV , a book or the computer [my choice today!] and stay awake until about noon, sometimes later. I sleep the...
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    Good News!

    kbrn2002 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    WOW!!! How fabulous for you! I am so glad things are looking up. Welcome
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    Nursing Home: Tips on how to be faster in med pass?

    kbrn2002 replied to itsdebraanne's topic in First Year After Licensure

    LTC has a wicked learning curve, as you are quickly finding out! Suggestions made above about making sure your cart is stocked will definitely help. It will save a lot of wasted time looking for...
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    Rehab needs to get a clue

    kbrn2002 replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I wish there was an easy solution, because this happens way more than it should. I would suggest politely educating her that there is no way a nurse can incorporate feeding a resident into a med...
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    Most important question on nutrition?

    kbrn2002 replied to swansonplace's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Correct answer is 1 - increase protein. Protein is necessary to maintain muscle mass and a starchy diet will be low in protein. Option 2 can be tossed as nowhere in the question is current vitamin...