TLC RN

TLC RN

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  1. Project Ideas

    TLC RN replied to owura143's topic in MICU, SICU

    a brochure on what to expect when they come out of surgery to the foor. ie, the pt will be vented, the different machines, the alarms, the nurses being there doing a ton of stuff, what they are doing...

  2. What are those little lab diagrams called?

    TLC RN replied to Lurksalot's topic in General Nursing

    Hemotology and Chemisty Chart is what I called it. The attachment is sized to be laminated and put on ID tags. Chemistry-Hemotology-Chart

  3. Cost of Orthotics/ Alternative Treatments for Plantar Fasciitis

    TLC RN replied to Jolie's topic in General Nursing

    Tell her to get a new doctor. Don't even bother with that last orthopod or whatever they are. What Dr cuts his price when you tell him you want a second opinion? I had PF and went to the a...

  4. Eight months in and loving it...

    TLC RN replied to Adam D. RN2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good job & have an awesome & happy birthday! YOU

  5. aaawwwwwww snap!!

    TLC RN replied to JiffyGriff's topic in MICU, SICU

    Good Luck! I have my fingers crossed for you! You so are gonna get the

  6. Would you hire me?

    TLC RN replied to Janinern84's topic in General Nursing

    I would change it up. Look online for some examples of cover letters. Like others have said, you have to tell them what you will offer them. Did you get any honors (employee of the month...

  7. Yankauer Suction Cath

    TLC RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Do any of you have a formal or informal protocol of how to handle or replace the yankauer suction catheters? I am working in an ICU as a student and noticed the cath will be under the pillow, hanging...

  8. Balancing family and school

    TLC RN replied to DebbieSue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thanks GCShore! Anyone else have specific hours they are out of the house for

  9. Balancing family and school

    TLC RN replied to DebbieSue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    So can you guys give an idea of how many hours you spend outside of the house? I can handle studying + school = 80 hours if 20 of it can be done at home. As a single mom, I need to understand...

  10. nursing assistant

    TLC RN replied to jenni82104's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I agree with Jeni too...APPLY NOW if you are applying to OCC. Last I heard, as Jeni stated, they base when you apply to OCC as part of when you get in. So the earlier you apply the better. Also,...

  11. New Grad., jumped into the ICU - AAAH!

    TLC RN replied to RN_BSN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Don't worry, I did the same thing today during my clinical on a CICU. When I graduate in May, I will be working on a CVICU...I think we have to make note of what we did, try not to do it again and...

  12. 1st ICU job out of school - help need to make decision!

    TLC RN posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hello - I am a new BSN grad (May - whoo hoo) and I was just offered two positions in a critical care internship at the same hospital. I have to pick between two SICUs. Options: 1. Fresh post op...

  13. what is a typical day like in an accelerated nursing program?

    TLC RN replied to Stanford's topic in General Students

    I am finishing one in...check my countdown :) Pace yourself, manage your time well. There are weeks you think it you can't take another min but you can do it. Take time for yourself when you can. I...

  14. Depressed and Torn

    TLC RN replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with SFCardiacRN, keep looking for the right med. Getting your mood stabilized will help you sort out much more in therapy. It is a long road but keep working at it. Also, add the exercise...

  15. New Grad ICU Job

    TLC RN posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I have to pick between two SICUs 1. Fresh post op open hearts focus with other SICU overflow 2. SICU - trauma, neuro, GI, vascular and a few progressive beds thrown in for good measure. I am a new...

  16. CHILD CARE vs. Nursing Schedules

    TLC RN replied to kileykids's topic in General Nursing

    I am a single mom too. My son is school aged so I have decided on working 12 hour shifts nights. I also trying to land a job at a hospital that is 1 mile from my home to decrease my drive time. I...

  17. Pre CRNA GPA (I know you've all seen this before)

    TLC RN replied to joeld311's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    here you go...

  18. Quitting a six figure job to become a nurse...am I nuts

    TLC RN replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am a much much happier as 2nd degree nursing student than I was as a sales rep Good

  19. accelerated program AND full-time job?

    TLC RN replied to Wondergirl0905's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Depends on your job and your program. I am in an accelerated program and know people who work full and part time. I think they are able to schedule themselves at work around our schedule. We...

  20. Can I still go to the gym regularly (Once I am nursing school)?

    TLC RN replied to ARRR10's topic in General Students

    I think you can do it. I am in school full time and workout 5-6 days a week training for next years triathlon season. I avg 4-7 hours a week. But the key is priorities... mine are as follows: 1....

  21. Shoe question...

    TLC RN replied to slu_rn's topic in Emergency

    For crocs wearers do you get the ones with the holes in them or the ones that are completly closed? I am afraid I will spill something on my feet but think the closed ones will be too hot. Any...

  22. Does Beaumont hire new grads?

    TLC RN replied to L&DNurseDonna's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi JustJenny- I sent you a

  23. Your nursing school's grading policy

    TLC RN replied to edcampbe's topic in General Nursing

    Do you go to the same school as me? I have the same scale. I would be happy if my school had a 95 as an A

  24. Top Med Surg Meds Used

    TLC RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure if I posted this in the right forum. What are the top med surg drugs you use?

  25. Does Beaumont hire new grads?

    TLC RN replied to L&DNurseDonna's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Opps, I was talking about the internships. I am so used to calling myslef a student. The application for various internships starting this summer will be online starting as early as next