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    Is it tacky/disrespectful to do this?

    RNNPICU replied to Molly.RN's topic in General Nursing

    You have just got off orientation? Even though you are wanting to move within the same facility, many places will not let you transfer unless you have been off of orientation for 6 months - 1 year....
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    Nursing is a passion?

    RNNPICU replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I truly enjoy my job as a nurse. I am dedicated to the job and where I work. I also have many other things that I have a passion for: travel, skiing, hiking, running, biking, travel, travel. My job...
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    Going into the ICU as new grad

    RNNPICU replied to NURSEJSS's topic in Nursing Career

    I started in the ICU as a new grad and we had a six month orientation, We had a new grad program (residency). It was great. I would ask questions how the ICU orientation would work. You want to...
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    new unit, same position

    RNNPICU replied to melorn2003's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You could try something like this MY GREAT HOSPITAL BC UNIT - 2015- current My job titile -List resposbibilities AB UNIT 20??-2015 My Job title - list
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    Bulleted statements are the devil

    RNNPICU replied to momohime's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have tried this in the past - Managed arterial, Central, dialysis, etc lines - Adovcated for pt/family... - Educated families regarding NIUCU.... - Trained families on ostomy, etc - Managed...
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    Things for being on duty

    RNNPICU replied to CathyFP's topic in General Nursing

    You will need to check with your unit and facility. Many units/hospitals due to infection control reasons prefer if you use the disposable stethoscope, scissors, tape,etc from your supply cart that...
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    TB Test Question

    RNNPICU replied to HelloWish's topic in General Nursing

    Why was the 1st one not good enough? I would have thought that the first one that was a week old would have been good
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    Magnet Designation: What's the Attraction?

    RNNPICU replied to ElizabethStoneRN's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a Magnet hospital and think it does support great outcomes. Nurses are involved in many research projects, we have many nurse authors. Our council's affect outcomes. Having been at the...
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    Discrimination Application Question

    RNNPICU replied to Smill204's topic in General Students

    Nice job on figuring it out OP. This is a great example. Good luck to you in your admission
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    Trouble deciding on whether to do an NCLEX RN prep

    RNNPICU replied to abhogue724's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It depends on how you learn. Having a live review is good because you can ask the instructor questions. It isn't always about your grades, although it shows you know content. What you need now is...
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    Buying a new car for a new nurse ??

    RNNPICU replied to gabriela1993's topic in General Nursing

    Subaru forester. I had the impreza outback sport, but once we wore it out, we bought the forester. I love
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    Discrimination Application Question

    RNNPICU replied to Smill204's topic in General Students

    or think about a moment when you felt someone was treated unfairly. Something that might have been cringe-worthy, and most importantly the resolution and your problem solving
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    Liability for an LPN working as a PCA

    RNNPICU replied to bornfree7777's topic in General Nursing

    If anything happens you would be held to the level of your license, because you are a LPN. Even though you are serving in a role under your license, you would still be held to the level of an
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    I failed my nclex I think

    RNNPICU replied to Erz21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sorry to hear your news. One thing that worked for me was taking over 5000 questions. Every day at the end of the day I would write on my calendar the number of questions i did. I made it a goal to...
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    How much trouble am I in?

    RNNPICU replied to Tropicalsun's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have been thinking about this post for a while now.... I think the big thing here is the OP was not in the role of a nurse but of a wife. She needs to be seen in that role. She was not just a...
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    I failed my nclex I think

    RNNPICU replied to Erz21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Let us know tomorrow the results. Do something fun for yourself, watch TV shows, especially ones that have a marathon, my favorite is NCIS. Go to starbucks and bring a book and have a coffee or tea....
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    I failed my nclex I think

    RNNPICU replied to Erz21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are probably about a million (I am not exaggerating) threads on the validity of the PVT both in favor and against. Just wait for your official results. Check you BON webpage in a few days. I...
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    Transitioning from nursing to CRNA

    RNNPICU replied to ericlangs's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You will need Critical Care Nursing experience. Work for at least two years in an ICU, then apply for school if you still want
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    RN or 2nd degree BSN

    RNNPICU replied to Cbricker15's topic in General Students

    Given your background and work desires, I say BSN. Many large hospitals have the BSN preferred or BSN strongly recommended. Especially for working in the
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    Trach suctioning without gloves??

    RNNPICU replied to HopefulRN7's topic in Home Health

    Interesting. Neat to see what is out there, Do you know what company makes these kits? I am
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    Can I wear the scrubs for an interview?

    RNNPICU replied to MSTRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No, change. You want to make a professional appearance. Anyone can wear scrubs, you want to be a nurse.. dress for
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    Trach suctioning without gloves??

    RNNPICU replied to HopefulRN7's topic in Home Health

    Why the sterile drape and gloves? Trach changes are clean technique. In over 10 years of changing trach in a hospital setting I have never heard of sterile supplies for a trach change. Just curious...
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    How to ask for recommendation letters

    RNNPICU posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am thinking of going back to school for a second Master's degree in Health Sciences. I would need to ask for two letters of recommendation. The degree is not completely related to my current...
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    I feel nursing is more of a calling than anything else

    RNNPICU replied to Tarrus Eliuds's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    OP, I am a person of faith and believe in God, but I do not nor have I felt that nursing was a calling. I have had previous careers prior to nursing and have always been fascinated with the work that...
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    Best Friend Getting Married

    RNNPICU replied to tbird88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Although true regarding grades. The OP needs to get to the NCLEX first, she has to graduate from nursing school to make this all