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  1. I need to interview a LPN, RN, and Advance Practice Nurse

    firefox828 replied to 87wilson's topic in General Nursing

    no "thank you" from the poster to the two

  2. Any ex-teachers?

    firefox828 replied to T123G123's topic in General Nursing

    ... was an elem. teacher for 15 yrs, never regret switching career... =) differences... NO lesson plans, testpapers, grading sheets, visual aids, observations... when i'm home, i don't think about...

  3. help with wound packing

    firefox828 replied to angel_16's topic in General Nursing

    after cleaning, pack wound with NS-wet gauze, then cover with dry gauze -- wet to dry. hope this

  4. Help! Being stalked by a resident!!!

    firefox828 replied to Sonjailana's topic in General Nursing

    Could someone please put an end to this thread? All she needs to do is use her common sense. Ask the person if he ever tried to call or text her -- and if the answer is "yes", then put an END. If...

  5. components of different iV fluids..

    firefox828 replied to henrilyn's topic in General Nursing

    If you're in nursing school, your textbook will give you

  6. worried about back pain.. what to do :(

    firefox828 replied to penny77's topic in General Nursing

    I've had the same issue. I previously worked in a heavy adult med-surg unit . When I started getting back and extremety pains, I decided to transfer to another unit - life is precious. Now I am...

  7. NJSNA's Explanation: Why pursue BSN? Fellow nurses, what is your reaction?

    firefox828 posted a topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have just read an article from Advance re BSN-in-10 (being pushed in NY & NJ), where 8 nurses voice out their opinions (and everyone agrees to it). When this law takes effect newly licensed RN...

  8. Career Change Male Nurse Help

    firefox828 replied to Spartacvs's topic in General Nursing

    If you like/love nursing, go for it. I took the 2-yr course because I don't want to end up with sky-high loan. It works for me... if I decide to continue towards BS, will apply and have the hospital...

  9. Opinions: Best scrubs?

    firefox828 replied to raebabelvn's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    SCRUBS pants... very comfortable, the material is 'skin-friendly', pricey For prints I shop at Tafford... they have great deals/clearance, good material, does not

  10. Burke Rehab in White Plains

    firefox828 posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Does anyone have any input re Burke Rehab Center? - working condition - nurse to pt ratio - lifting pts... is there a lot? total care? Thank you

  11. Looking for Comfy Shoes

    firefox828 replied to sg6307's topic in Operating Room

    I've always loved Crocs 'til I discovered SAS shoes. Crocs is very light and comfortable; however, I get tripped all the time. I spent hundreds of dollars experimenting on rubber shoes -- none...

  12. Crocs!

    firefox828 replied to mel1977's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thanks for letting me know! Ordering online is quite expensive -- with added shipping

  13. 3rd Week of Orientation - now planning of quitting the job...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in General Nursing

    Mariedoreen, don't lose hope. This website helped me a lot. I read/considered all our colleagues' advices when I was really down ("Thank you, everyone!"); weighed things out, and did what I thought...

  14. 3rd Week of Orientation - now planning of quitting the job...

    firefox828 posted a topic in General Nursing

    When I graduated from Nursing school, I was so excited to start working as a nurse. I got hired as a Graduate Nurse on a general Med-Surg Unit. First week -- typical orientation in classroom...

  15. 3rd Week of Orientation - now planning of quitting the job...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in General Nursing

    An Update: I have found my "home." It really makes a BIG difference if the preceptor you're working with is very supportive and helpful. Gradually, I am learning the routine and I love my job....

  16. Crocs!

    firefox828 replied to mel1977's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Crocs relieved my hip pain. I bought Merrell and Dansko -- never helped (Dansko made the pain worse, actually). I bought 2 pairs of Metro and a pair of Highland. Both are discontinued models, and I...

  17. 3rd Week of Orientation - now planning of quitting the job...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in General Nursing

  18. 3rd Week of Orientation - now planning of quitting the job...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in General Nursing

    P_RN: As soon as she saw me, before giving of nurses' report, she told me that she'll let me work on my own. Thanks a lot for the enlightenment. After reading your experiences... big sigh of...

  19. Pearson Site Shows PASS; But...

    firefox828 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello. Thanks for those who calmed me down/supported me during those 48 hours of waiting. After paying 7.95 for quick results, I found out that I passed -- I took the NCLEX last Sat, July 15th. I'm...

  20. Pearson Site Shows PASS; But...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Update: My name is now posted at the Office of the Professions (NY) - July 21st, exactly 6 days after my test -- You're right

  21. Pearson Site Shows PASS; But...

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks to you all who responded; and CONGRATULATIONS to those who passed! Good

  22. NCLEX Sat - Result Available on Sun?

    firefox828 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello. Does anyone know if result can be viewed the following day (Sun.) if the exam is scheduled on a Sat.? Thank

  23. NCLEX -- Computer Stopped at 180+

    firefox828 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Did anyone take the test with 180+ questions and passed / or just took the test whose computer stopped at 180+ and is still awaiting the result? I can't describe how I feel right now. I've been...

  24. NCLEX Sat - Result Available on Sun?

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Update: I passed! Thanks a lot for the words of

  25. NCLEX -- Computer Stopped at 180+

    firefox828 replied to firefox828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Update: I PASSED! Thanks for the words of