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  1. Can you be fired after giving notice??

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Good evening everyone! I am leaving a hospital environment that has been toxic for me. I have had counseling, write-ups, suspension, etc. Anyway, I turned in my letter of resignation today. I am...

  2. Cholinergic agents (drugs)

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all. I have a question about Cholinergic drugs. My Pharm. teacher told us that cholinergic drugs 'slow down' the system. Ok. She used the acronym SLUDGE. It stands for Salivation, Lacrimination,...

  3. Latent TB and pregnancy

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello. If one has latent TB, can that be passed on to an unborn baby?? I have tried to find info. on this and I am not finding much..

  4. Latent TB and pregnancy

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. Was not trying to get medical advice. I was wondering if others who had general knowledge of this could tell me if latent TB can be passed on to an unborn baby. Like for instance, HIV-infected...

  5. Latent TB and pregnancy

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. I did. Thanks. It said 'TB can be passed to unborn child.....' However, it did not specify whether that meant ACTIVE or

  6. Latent TB and pregnancy

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. Thanks. I read some of the articles, however, it said 'TB can be passed to unborm child.....'. It did not specify if that was ACTIVE or LATENT. So I was wondering..

  7. Isoniazid injection for latent TB

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Ok. Thanks again. I was trying to figure out if by doing the shots, it would take less time with less risk. Thanks again for trying to

  8. Isoniazid injection for latent TB

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello. Does anyone know the injection regimen for getting Isoniazid for Latent TB?? I know the pills you take for up to 6 months... can cause upset stomach, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, etc....

  9. Isoniazid injection for latent TB

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Ok. Thanks lckrn2pa. So you are saying IM injections EVERY DAY for SIX MONTHS?? Wow. I thought the injections would be less often and for a shorter time period. Ok.

  10. Isoniazid injection for latent TB

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. Yes. I found some info. on it, but not the regimen.... how often, how long to give, etc. Was wondering if anyone here might know.

  11. Commissioned RN in Air Force.. what do you do?

    Epona posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hello! Just inquiring about the duties of a Commissioned Air Force RN.... are you in combat? Working primarily in hospitals?? What does a typical Air Force RN do?? THANKS!

  12. Home health marketer... question...thanks!

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in Home Health

    Thanks!! I have a pretty good salary, but NO bonus. Thanks for the reply

  13. Home Health Marketer

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    THANK YOU! That was very helpful! I like challenges and working with people. I am a great talker and good negotiator. I have done sales too and worked with everyone from large corporations to small...

  14. Home Health Marketer

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in nursing for a little bit. I have two degrees and LOTS of previous advertising and marketing experience. They wanted (hoping for a RN) and someone who had this previous experience. Bingo....

  15. RN residency programs not for new grads.

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all!! I am looking for a residency program in either Cardiac or the ER. I have found several places that offer NEW GRAD. programs, but what if you have a year experience.... anyone know?? I am...

  16. RN residency programs not for new grads.

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    I am in VA. Thank you for all the tips everyone!! I have had a bug and been under the weather, but will look into this as soon as I am feeling better again! Thank you!

  17. Commissioned RN in Air Force.. what do you do?

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in Government, Military

    CONGRATS!! That's great news!! THANKS for the words of advice!! GOOD LUCK!!

  18. Commissioned RN in Air Force.. what do you do?

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in Government, Military

    I spoke to a regular officer recruiter (not specifically in nursing), but a recruiter who oversees enlisting officers. He told me that you cannot be over 35 OR be on any prescribed meds. to be in the...

  19. Commissioned RN in Air Force.. what do you do?

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in Government, Military

    Wow! Those were some excellent explantions!! THANK YOU!!

  20. How to be an ER nurse??

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello all!! :cheers: I have always wanted to do Cardiac or ER nursing. I have about a years experience (combined Peds and Adult Med Surg). I left the Med Surg unit I was on. Totally not for me....only...

  21. ER nurse getting paramedic

    Epona replied to jedi88's topic in Emergency

    This is a great post!

  22. Mad cow disease- how can you get it??

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    How is mad cow spread from person to person?? I looked it up and it appears just through the blood. I think you cannot get it through coughing, breathing on someone, sneezing, etc. Can anyone verify??...

  23. RN transplant coordinator-- what do they really do?

    Epona posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Good evening all! I have an interview next week for a RN transplant coordinator position at a very well known hospital in my state. What exactly do they do?? I had wished and wished that I could...

  24. How can I ensure I am rehirable??

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello! :monkeydance: I wanted to get some advice I can use. I am resigning from my current employer after being houned and harrassed on a very toxic medical unit. I was counseled, written up and so...

  25. How can I ensure I am rehirable??

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    I am working out my full notice and did turn in a letter of resignation. I have not bothered HR anymore. I did, however, express my thoughts in my exit interview. If that hurts me then so be it. I...