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  1. Change

    JustMe replied to Maco's topic in General Nursing

    One way to light a fire under your career is to go back to school--if you can. Are you an ADN? There are online programs to get your BSN. Are you interested in ER? Get your TNCC and ACLS. Are you...

  2. IV lasix, hypotension, ICU

    JustMe replied to jojocommon's topic in General Nursing

    :yeahthat: Just

  3. Dameron Hospital

    JustMe replied to angel1966's topic in California Nursing

    It's OK--good benefits and the RNs have a union. They're on the move--doing some remodeling. Yes, the economy is bad especially here in the Valley--Stockton is the foreclosure capital of the world....

  4. Dameron Hospital

    JustMe replied to angel1966's topic in California Nursing

    Simple to find out about Dameron. Stockton is in the Central Valley between Sacramento and Modesto. Between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. Good location.

  5. M.S. in Nursing Education @ Walden Univ.

    JustMe replied to LadyT618's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I graduated from Walden in 2007 with an MS degree. I was recently contacted by the University that if I want the MSN designation they will change my diploma and transcripts. So it looks as though the...

  6. Is this common at your facility?

    JustMe replied to missnurse01's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    You can contact your state Board of Registered Nursing. Send them copies of the hospital policies that supposedly cover these activities and ask for their input. We had a similar situation where a...

  7. Equipment question

    JustMe replied to aCRNAhopeful's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    In the Coronary Unit you should also learn to listen to heart sounds. The stethoscope you describe is good for this purpose. I'll never forget the 38 yr old male I admitted who was having chest pain....

  8. use of ipods or iphones/ etc at work to store info

    JustMe replied to thekid's topic in General Nursing

    We use our desk computer to text our cardiologists. My students use PDAs for their drug book rather than drag that thick book around all day. I don't mind the idea of texting but you can bet JCAHO...

  9. help with groin sheath pulls - any pointers?

    JustMe replied to kcmosue's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Like CABG Patch Kid I use my fist. I note where the sheath is inserted and place my fist above the site, then pull. There are other considerations before pulling a sheath tho. I won't pull a sheath if...

  10. Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    JustMe replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    Frankly I'm more worried about a hospital that would hire an EMT in place of an RN as the ONLY person other than the physician. Sounds like a very small understaffed hospital--not where I'd want to...

  11. Practice of Nursing vs Practice of medicine

    JustMe replied to keithjones's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, the lines between medicine and nursing are grey. But there are areas of distinction. Why is a patient admitted to a hospital? Because they need nursing care. Which professional is at the bedside...

  12. ambulation and femoral sheaths

    JustMe replied to clarefh's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Where I work (CICU) we let patients move around--i.e. log-roll side-to-side--but only if the sheath site is stable. No oozing or hematoma. If we let the patient turn for a comfortable position they...

  13. Getting into critical care

    JustMe replied to aCRNAhopeful's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You can stay excited by taking classes in critical care. ACLS is a start. Classes that prepare you for the CCRN exam are also out there. If the nurse manager knows you are preparing for the job she/he...

  14. Psych nursing to ICU

    JustMe replied to lizzlebizzle's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Wow, it sounds like you are conflicted about where you belong. What does your heart tell you? If you really enjoy the psych patients, maybe you should look for a more comfortable place to work. What...

  15. Need advice on what to do, Please help

    JustMe replied to proteuspsych's topic in California Nursing

    If your heart is set on Disney---Go For It! From the website you posted it sounds like they will help you develop necessary skills for the nursing profession, if you decide to go into nursing at a...

  16. Does any one work in a ccu like mine

    JustMe replied to CCRNCCU2008's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    If your Unit lacks protocols (i.e. standing orders for labs, EKGs, etc.) then you are not following evidence-based practice. Speak to your Unit supervisor and/or a more progressive physician who might...

  17. Does any one work in a ccu like mine

    JustMe replied to CCRNCCU2008's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I hear frustration in your posting. Has there been a problem where you felt alone and floundering? Turn to your experienced co-workers. When you have questions or need clarification, ask for help. Any...

  18. Really bad test questions!!

    JustMe replied to ~FutureNurse~'s topic in General Students

    As with many students, you are reading more into the question than is asked. When taking your tests, please remember to read ONLY the information provided--don't ASSUME more than is given. This...

  19. Cath complications

    JustMe replied to putmetosleep's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Sounds like the whole experience exacerbated some underlying condition, i.e. dementia. The family admits to episodes of forgetfulness. Placing these elderly patients in unfamiliar surroundings and...

  20. CA license renewal please help me

    JustMe replied to Lillyjohn's topic in California Nursing

    Hey Lillyjohn-- Check to see if Kansas has reciprocity with California. In other words, did Kansas require you to retake the NCLEX or did they accept your CA license as proof you passed the NCLEX? If...

  21. What Happened To The Nursing Profession?

    JustMe replied to Anxious Patient's topic in General Nursing

    Except now management thinks it's more important that we make our surveys look good. Patients themselves are more focused on how well nurses cater to their every need--somedays I feel more like a...

  22. What Happened To The Nursing Profession?

    JustMe replied to Anxious Patient's topic in General Nursing

    "I think what the problem is, is that doctors don't realize that for the most part, nurses aren't allowed to sneeze without a doctor's order." AMEN! It seems as though nurses aren't nurtured into an...

  23. Gifts from patients

    JustMe posted a topic in General Nursing

    :confused:We're having a little controversy in our hospital about gifts from patients. Policy says gifts from patients are turned over to our Foundation, i.e. money, tangible assets, etc. However, one...

  24. Gifts from patients

    JustMe replied to JustMe's topic in General Nursing

    Gifts of candy, cookies, flowers usually come to the Unit with a card that mentions particular nurses. This particular former patient has developed a rapport with this particular nurse---nothing...

  25. Should I give up and just get my masters?

    JustMe replied to newgrad82's topic in California Nursing

    The military can be accommodating, i.e. you sign up and you get to pick your duty station. Of course there's basic training but for officers I don't think it's so bad. I'm not in the military but I...