kiszi RN

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    Dosage calculation Help!

    kiszi replied to Calhoungirl24's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I don't find anything rude about the previous responses. Juat giving you the answers does you a disservice. You say you are working ahead so I assume these types of problems haven't been discussed in...
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    What are you bringing to work?

    kiszi replied to dRummiN_KS's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    UA Butter Soft scrubs Cotton long sleeve tee Dansko Professional clogs Littmann Classic II Cheapo Walmart watch Small scissors Two black pens, whichever brand I end up with Sharpie Dry erase marker...
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    Where do you keep your trauma shears?

    kiszi replied to Nurse326's topic in General Nursing

    What about sewing a loop on your pants to slip them
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    Why are nurses so mean to each other?!

    kiszi replied to jwolansk's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I don't know whether the nurses are truly blowing off your concerns or not, but there may be more going on behind the scenes than you know. When you report the high fever, the nurse might start...
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    Obsessed with Scrubs

    kiszi replied to Longleggedstar's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love the Butter Soft line by Uniform Advantage. I look for figure flattering scrubs that aren't super fitted, and they fit the bill nicely. They're also super comfy, hold up well, and come in tall...
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    Sharp pain like burning after needle insertion

    kiszi replied to NurseBoy1983's topic in General Nursing

    Are you letting the alcohol dry
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    Adjusting to Sleep schedule for Night Shifts

    kiszi replied to RN2b2018's topic in General Students

    I have young kids at home so it works best for me to flip back to a normal schedule on my days off. My routine: Wake at 7 or 8 am and nap from 2-4 the day before my first shift. Work, get home, quick...
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    Questionable employer

    kiszi replied to jennileigh8182's topic in General Nursing

    Is this a recent regulation change? Just asking because I worked for a reputable home care agency for several years and never heard of this. My visits occasionally were less than 45 minutes and...
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    Please review my cover letter

    kiszi replied to lugirl1's topic in General Nursing

    I would remove any references to "expertise". Regardless of your past experiences or schooling, you cannot have any expertise as a new nurse and to imply such is meaningless. They know you have a lot...
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    DNR pt with SOB and alert

    kiszi replied to Allend's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Here.I.Stand. If the patient's wishes are to not be intubated, then comfort measures would be appropriate. Morphine to ease SOB, anxiety meds if indicated,
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    What is the longest period of time you have gone without any days off?

    kiszi replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    I worked over 30 days straight in a factory once. :) Mandatory overtime. As for nursing, I've never done more than 4 twelve-hour shifts in a row. Even that was too much for me. My limit is 3. I...
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    Student with Feelings!

    kiszi replied to KimberlyWilson's topic in General Nursing

    Kids tear me up. I still think about kids from my peds clinical to this day, and can not see myself ever being a pediatric nurse. However, I've been adult nurse for 10 years now without issues. Have...
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    4th Week of Med/Surg Orientation -- First Time in Acute Care Setting -- Help!

    kiszi replied to happy.persimmon's topic in General Nursing

    I get that you're a perfectionist. I can be, too. But you're in most respects a new nurse in a new specialty. Things are NOT going to be perfect, even when you're not so new anymore. There will be...
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    Do traffic tickets affect your ability to be hired?

    kiszi replied to BananaPanda's topic in General Nursing

    If speeding tickets would cause a job offer to be withdrawn.. I would've had a rreeal hard time getting a job in times past. Even though my record is much better now, I still faithfully list my...
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    Night owl on day shift

    kiszi replied to kataraang's topic in General Nursing

    I understand you not wanting to take anything, but it can be hard to go against your body's natural tendency. Melatonin has been a lifesaver for me on both days and nights. Another idea is to Google...
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    Popping off top from lab tube when drawing labs

    kiszi replied to pattykolo888's topic in General Nursing

    The main reason for hemolysis is from pulling back too hard/fast. Happens with PICCs too. If a line doesn't draw easily, I will go ahead and stick. When I have a patient without a central line I will...
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    A question about the use of drawing-up needles

    kiszi replied to 5alazar's topic in Patient Medications

    There is no harm in reconstituting a Protonix or other med at the bedside and giving it immediately. Changing syringes would serve no purpose. I can see the reasoning when a med is reconstituted for...
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    Be Our Guest

    kiszi replied to BabyFood26's topic in General Nursing

    My policy.. if it looks good, I eat it! :) I worked in home health also, and was offered some lovely treats over the years. One of my favorites was a amazing baklava that made me want to bake some...
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    How to invoke safe harbor in home health

    kiszi replied to bfit262's topic in Home Health

    That sounds like a disaster. When I worked home health, call was two nights a month, and never back to back. Typically I would have 0 to 1 calls in a night, occasionally more. We had triage nurses...
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    Do you still have energy to cook after a 12 hour shift?

    kiszi replied to chunkalunk's topic in General Nursing

    Breakfast for dinner & hot sandwiches--yes please! Sacrifice sleep for food?
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    Do you still have energy to cook after a 12 hour shift?

    kiszi replied to chunkalunk's topic in General Nursing

    Nope. I work nights and don't always eat after work. When I do, it's a Burger King breakfast sandwich or cereal. I didn't cook after work when I was on days, either. My husband would generally make...
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    showering: before or after work

    kiszi replied to peachypurple's topic in General Nursing

    Took the words out of my mouth. I shower before work (nights). After work, leave the shoes by the door, get in PJs, wash face, brush, & hop in bed. I keep up good hand hygeine & standard...
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    What's Rude?

    kiszi replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The constant interrupters during report. These are usually also the same ones who don't listen and ask you about things you've just told them. Speaking of report, I also find it rude when I just...
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    You know the shift is gonna be a hot mess when ...

    kiszi replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Lemme add some from my LTC days: You see the "frequent faller" on your hall in a geri-chair by the nurse's station with a big bruise on her forehead. Three CNAs called out and the three that are left...
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    Yep. Nurses do "eat their young"

    kiszi replied to Dianna11's topic in General Nursing

    I can respect you as a person but not trust your clinical practice