SophiaRN

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1. Anyone work weekends only?

   SophiaRN replied to teresab_2000's topic in General Nursing

   I also work every Sat & Sun 6am to 10:30PM. I get paid for 40 hours. I love waking up Monday am & realizing that while everyone else is on their way to work, I have the next 5 days off!

2. Whose going where?

   SophiaRN replied to ivypetals's topic in CRNA

   School Girl 2006- Not to change the subject, but I love Detroit Lakes in the Summer!! I attended the first Wefest "We in "83" there. I'm originally from that area. Good Luck with School. I started out at FFCC in the LPN program.

3. Getting CNAs to WEAR GLOVES & WASH HANDS?!?!

   SophiaRN replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Nursing

   Where did you get that stat? ( >15 million people in the US infected with worms)

4. Best watch for clinicals?

   SophiaRN replied to moonischasingme1's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I frequently "decontaminate" my watch & pen with alcohol swabs.

5. My 3 year old has MRSA!

   SophiaRN replied to Anagray's topic in General Nursing

   The protocol that I've seen used most, along with Vanco, is Bactroban to the nares BID (it frequently is colonized in the nares) & Hibiclens showers daily for 1 week.

6. Change...

   SophiaRN replied to RNmom3's topic in General Nursing

   There's a lot of information out there. Pioneer Network is a good resource. Also, Culture Change Now. I personally have some issues with Eden Alternative even though that is the way most facilities here in Colorado seem to be going. I believe you can...

7. Croc shoes Worth it? Or forget it??

   SophiaRN replied to RNSacht's topic in General Nursing

   I wear my crocs ALL the time. Initially I thought they were so ugly & had been used to wearing a bit more of a heel. However, after trying a pair for work, I can't live without them they feel soooo good. I have tan spots on my feet from wearing t...

8. Do I tape foley to leg?

   SophiaRN replied to jd494's topic in General Nursing

   The use of skin prep (like what is used with a colostomy) used before applying any kind of adhesive to the skin helps with removal. It tends to "toughen" up the skin.

9. What gift to buy for a new nurse?

   SophiaRN replied to feenie's topic in General Nursing

   One of my favorite gifts was a gift certificate to a uniform/supply store. Also, a gift certificate for a massage might be nice.

10. failing two days b/f eligible for nclex

    SophiaRN replied to lobeth's topic in General Nursing

    When you say the worst issue was not responding to a vent alarm, do you mean to say that you didn't respond, or you were accused of not responding? If you didn't respond, it makes no difference how well you did in the mock code. Sounds like something...

11. Losing Confidence

    SophiaRN replied to Irishgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I too have struggled with OCD tendencies, particularly when starting a new job. I can truly sympathize with you. The checking & rechecking everything can make you feel crazy!! The thing that has helped me most is Paxil.

12. Please share your embarrassing stories!

    SophiaRN replied to studentnurse74's topic in New Nurse

    I went into a new admission's room, introduced myself & explained I would be her nurse at which time, my feet went out from under me!! We (the patient & I) had a good laugh (after realizing I was okay). As long as no one gets hurt, laughter t...

13. PLEASE HELP!!! so embarassed about sweating!

    SophiaRN replied to Bumashes's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, you aren't "just" CNA. A good CNA is invaluable and unfortunately, sometimes underappreciated. As far as the perspiration goes, where I work, we don't have air conditioning (use swamp coolers) and this past weekend it was in the 100's!!...

14. From PA to RN

    SophiaRN replied to SilentfadesRPA's topic in General Nursing

    I know a PA that was also an RN. She worked with an Ortho Surgeon. She quit her job in Ortho to become a "House Supervisor" in a hospital because, according to her, the money was better!!

15. What do you think????

    SophiaRN replied to KellieNurse06's topic in General Nursing

    I also believe we need to examine our views and judgements toward people with chronic pain. Of course, we don't want to turn people into addicts and they must be monitored closely, but if someone has chronic pain and it can be made more bearable with...