DebanamRN

DebanamRN MSN, RN

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  1. crocs

    DebanamRN replied to k_r_ah's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a convert. I never thought I would wear them but they are the only things that don't kill my feet! Besides, I just don't care what anybody thinks

  2. "Customer Service" --Rant!

    DebanamRN replied to JustaGypsy's topic in Emergency

    Do we work together? My rant: If I'm running with an EKG machine, holding an IV needle, carrying a full bedpan, I DO NOT, I repeat I DO NOT, have time to get you a blanket/food/a glass of warm milk...

  3. IV size

    DebanamRN replied to danger's topic in Emergency

    I work w/a huge senior population in an extremely busy ER. We put a line where ever we can get it - hand, ac, any place in the arm. We don't have time to hunt around. I've never seen a femoral line,...

  4. Finances while in LPN school

    DebanamRN replied to kimmyj74's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I had been a medical secretary prior to becomming a registrar. I think I just got lucky in getting the job. I would definately volunteer, it's a great way to network with those who are in the...

  5. I am giving up

    DebanamRN replied to tryingtobecome's topic in General Nursing

    If I had listened to everyone who said you can't, I'd be a welfare mother. I stopped listening to "people." Lots of "people" who say YOU can't, can't themselves. I got my LPN. I'm halfway thru my...

  6. Just a vent about the start of my bad day.. REALLY long winded...

    DebanamRN replied to PeachyERNurse's topic in Emergency

    I feel your frustration. Thursday night - was doing my LPN thing, basically attending to the needs of about 10 pts. Had a new chest pain - did the EKG, monitor, O2, bp cuff, can't find doc to give...

  7. Is there ANY department in nursing that I can avoid cleaning up poo?

    DebanamRN replied to Future-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    The worst poop I ever cleaned up was from the dog - slimy! Had to scrub the carpet. Would have got my but kicked if I left it there. I'll take a human any day. Recently had a lol who was very...

  8. Don't want to leave

    DebanamRN replied to Jules A's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Again, bit congrats! BIG, I meant BIG

  9. Don't want to leave

    DebanamRN replied to Jules A's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Big congrats!:yeah:Keep us posted on your transition, b/c many of us will be going thru the same thing, and your experience will be soooo helpful. I also love being an LPN and if I could stay in the...

  10. Strange things found on (or in) a pt.

    DebanamRN replied to squeakykitty's topic in Emergency

    As told by a co-worker last night: LOL comes in. Has a mass that looks like a third boob, near her real boobs. RN picks up mass to look at it and finds bobby pin stuck to skin under mass. LOL says...

  11. termination

    DebanamRN replied to susan5864's topic in General Nursing

    This happened many years ago on a floor. It's why the pharmacy now mixes the IV K. It was happening quite a bit due to the packaging looking so much like another non-lethal drug. After so many...

  12. termination

    DebanamRN replied to susan5864's topic in General Nursing

    As far as the potassium incident with the nurse goes, she was devestated. It was a sentinel event. It also happened elsewhere in other hospitals across America. It was a combination of nurses error,...

  13. termination

    DebanamRN replied to susan5864's topic in General Nursing

    It's may be possible that you are doing too good a job and the other nurses don't like it. You may have set an expample that they are unwilling to follow, being a kind, caring, involved nurse. As...

  14. I hate it!!!

    DebanamRN replied to luckylucyrn's topic in Emergency

    and masses of gold jewerly, nail appointments, hair appointments, real designer purses (not rip-offs), etc. on another note, used to work as a supermarket checker, still remember the people who bought...

  15. termination

    DebanamRN replied to susan5864's topic in General Nursing

    I've never seen a nurse terminated over not hanging a bag of fluids. Given a warning, yes, but suspended, no. What was the motivation of the other nurse to call you at home? Also, why was she told...

  16. Is there ANY department in nursing that I can avoid cleaning up poo?

    DebanamRN replied to Future-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Poo is everywhere. It's a fact of life and we need to accept it. Would you want your loved one sitting in it because the nurse was too good to clean it up? Any RN who sends us in to clean up...

  17. Will being bipolar prevent me from being an LVN

    DebanamRN replied to tothepointeLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    PS I wrote a care plan for a bipolar patient which got graded as outstanding! I really got him, thanks to my personal

  18. Will being bipolar prevent me from being an LVN

    DebanamRN replied to tothepointeLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think you can turn it to your advantage to advocate for your patients. I've personally found that if you have insight into your condition and treat it accordingly, you can be very successful. I can...

  19. What I Love About Nursing Is....

    DebanamRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

    The hugs from patients and families. You know you made a

  20. Finances while in LPN school

    DebanamRN replied to kimmyj74's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Don't worry what other people wore. YOU looked professional. This is very telling - says "I care." Sounds like you made a great impresson and even if this didn't come thru, they will remember you....

  21. Are LPN's being phased out in hospital setting??

    DebanamRN replied to fozziebear's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm halfway to my RN and already planning on my BSN. If you are a CNA, you get pushed to get your LPN. If you're an LPN, you get pushed to get your RN. If you're an ADN, you get pushed to get your...

  22. Finances while in LPN school

    DebanamRN replied to kimmyj74's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hosptial Interview Tips: Make sure you look professional. Wear a nice outfit and sit erect. Present yourself as a professional. Look interested. Don't talk over the interviewer. I'm sure you know...

  23. Finances while in LPN school

    DebanamRN replied to kimmyj74's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Re: References Do you have any neighbors or parents of the kids friends who could give a reference? Otherwise, I would explain that I've been out of the work force for several years and my references...

  24. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    DebanamRN replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    That's for sure! They probably throw away the unopened bill, if they even gave the right address or haven't

  25. Is there anyone in LPN School

    DebanamRN replied to mr passionate1's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I made tons of note cards highlighting important areas. I also answered the questions in the back of the chapter. Pharm has always been my weak point, so I bought an NCLEX book devoted just to Pharm...