emtb2rn BSN, RN, EMT-B

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    What specialty should I think of going into?

    emtb2rn replied to calljs15's topic in General Nursing

    I would suggest holding off on a specialty decision for now and concentrating on learning all that you can as you journey through nursing school. You will get a fairly broad exposure to the different...
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    Calling all Nurses

    emtb2rn replied to palo143's topic in General Nursing

    1. what field do you currently work in? Emergency 2. did you think that nursing school was difficult, yes or no? No 3. how many fields have you worked in since you began your career as a nurse? Just...
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    Tipped?

    emtb2rn replied to Lunah's topic in Emergency

    I've been offered tips as an RN, EMT and ski patroller. I just say "Thanks but I can't accept it. Please donate the money to your favorite
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    Question for Any of You That Have Switched Careers to Nursing?

    emtb2rn replied to PhilaGuy's topic in Men in Nursing

    There are definitely similarities in IT & nursing. If you've ever done tech support you're already aware that you cannot overestimate the lack of knowledge in your customer base. While we don't...
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    CEN-Emergency Nursing Content Review/Self Assessment

    emtb2rn replied to mwboswell's topic in Emergency

    :yeahthat:
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    ER's Turn Non-Emergencies Away?

    emtb2rn replied to mwboswell's topic in Emergency

    The piece of the article posted didn't give details on how the docs determined the pain wasn't an emergency. Was it a physical exam & then out the door? Or did she drink contrast for 2 hours,...
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    Patient Satisfaction: Where Does it Start?

    emtb2rn replied to dRkazN's topic in General Nursing

    My hospital is making all employees go through "Customer Satisfaction Training". 4 hours of my life I'll never get back but at least it was paid time. Anyway, the foundation of the presentation was...
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    What's the difference between REAL LIFE and MEDICAL TV-shows?

    emtb2rn replied to sergei1989's topic in General Students

    In real life there's WAAAAAAAAAAY less time to just stand around & talk. And go to the cafeteria for coffee???? I don't think
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    companion/sitter?

    emtb2rn replied to plainfieldguy's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Companion/sitter aka 1:1 is someone who is keeping an eye on a pt who is generally a high elopement, yank out equipment or climb out of bed and fall risk. Or any combination of the above. You...
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    Should I Carry Nursing Malpractice (Liability) Insurance?

    emtb2rn replied to sirI's topic in Nursing Career

    Got my NSO insurance when I was a student. In our litigious society, the small cost of having nursing malpractice insurance makes it almost a
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    Advice about scheduling NCLEX

    emtb2rn replied to EDis4me's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    :yeahthat: Can't overemphasize points 1, 4 & 5. Like al7139, I function very well in the afternoon, so that's when I scheduled my test. Got a good night's sleep, no rush to wake up, plenty of...
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    Passed the CEN exam today!

    emtb2rn replied to Lunah's topic in Emergency

    Congrats!! Like c-diff phil, I've been kinda studying. How much time did you actually put into studying before taking the
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    Need a job...

    emtb2rn replied to EpopBSN's topic in General Students

    One of our ER techs is finishing up an accelerated BSN program. He worked 1 weekend a month during school and whenever possible on breaks. Doesn't pay a lot but he will be joining us as an RN after...
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    What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    emtb2rn replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    pt: "I have a fever" me: "Your temperature is normal" pt: "My mother felt my head and thought it was warm" pt's mother: "It was" me: "Is anything else bothering you?" pt: "No" me: "OK, one of our...
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    Finally - Great Pants for Male Nursing

    emtb2rn replied to OldMareLPN's topic in Men in Nursing

    Still gonna stick with Aviator
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    Need a job...

    emtb2rn replied to EpopBSN's topic in General Students

    Look into tech positions at local hospitals. Most hospitals seem to really like having nursing students as
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    Is a Nclex review course really necessary?

    emtb2rn replied to motivated2nurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I thought the Kaplan review was an excellent resource in terms of getting ready for the test from a test taking perspective. The format of Kaplan is identical to the NCLEX. Same screen colors,...
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    Frustrated with preceptor

    emtb2rn replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Can't post it, but PM me with an email so I can attach & send it to
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    Frustrated with preceptor

    emtb2rn replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like your preceptor shouldn't be precepting. If you only have a couple of weeks left with him, just focus on taking care of your pts, gaining experience and getting through the ordeal. With...
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    Shoes..?

    emtb2rn replied to nimchimpskii's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'm now wearing Dansko Professionals. Very comfortable over 12 hours, no break-in required, stay on when running down the hall and easy to clean leather. I like clogs/slides. No laces to get dirty...
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    Can a nurse be an EMT??

    emtb2rn replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    We have recruitment issues where I am as well. We solved our personnel issue (and that of another squad) by merging. PM me if you want details on how we went about a successful merger, as much...
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    New Grad Milestones

    emtb2rn posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Should probably have a checklist (note: tongue planted firmly in cheek): Granted, many of the procedures were done in school, but it is different when you do them on your own. 1st day of orientation...
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    ACLS certification

    emtb2rn replied to flipper628's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Well........ If you're going to get ACLS, make sure you take a telemetry class first. You can get through ACLS without the tele course, but you won't really understand the rhythms which means you...
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    We Can Do It

    emtb2rn replied to shanika1m1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Something positive..... OK, how about - "I can't believe they actually pay me to do this
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    When to take your NCLEX

    emtb2rn replied to klemons21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Take the boards right away while you're in "test" mode. Virtually all of my class had their paperwork squared away well before graduation. Graduated, took whatever prep class they wanted & took...