GeauxNursing

GeauxNursing

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  1. AV Graft reverse cannulation

    GeauxNursing replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    yea i kind of agree, but Im not a nurse yet, and def. not the charge nurse. i tend to keep my thoughts to myself when these things come up, although i am usu.

  2. Nursing and Diabetics & Epileptics?

    GeauxNursing replied to Blamovian's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing and diabetics and epileptics...oh my! (sorry, I couldn't resist) (Wizard of Oz for you lost

  3. LPN's with a four year degree in another field get paid more than regular LPN's.

    GeauxNursing replied to moon30's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey Commuter, where does one get IV therapy certified? Our instructors yesterday told us that we won't be learning venipuncture(which I already know) or IV therapy. Lend me your

  4. LVN bridges in Dallas

    GeauxNursing posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    where are the LVN-RN bridge programs in Dallas? (besides el

  5. Dallas Scrubs...

    GeauxNursing replied to Lacyanne64's topic in Texas Nursing

    there is a scrub store in the Valley View Mall. there are some up in Plano. just google Dallas and scrubs. you'll find

  6. dallas nursing institute

    GeauxNursing replied to mbarto's topic in Texas Nursing

    online study grouP? sure count me in. i am frustrated! ths test tomorrow is gonna kick my butt! my email adress is my name on here at

  7. Lost!!

    GeauxNursing replied to rnmomtobe2010's topic in General Nursing

    yes, go to the instructor first; they are there to help. if you know what type of tests you will be looking at, i would guess multiple choice? then you can better prepare for tests. with Psych, it is...

  8. I'm confused about a test question. Help please

    GeauxNursing replied to Sara5229's topic in General Students

    you are right! that is a totally sucky question, and I would be mad if that showed up on a test of mine.:angryfirewe talked about restraints in my first fundamentals class Sat. none of those ansswers...

  9. 2nd Week Of School, Huge Work Load?

    GeauxNursing replied to 2bNurse_Loah's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I feel the same after my first week, too! I almost cried getting up for work on Friday, as I was so tired! the first A and P test is Tuesday, 6

  10. Require LVN time before RN

    GeauxNursing posted a topic in LPN to RN

    Can anyone tell me how much, if any, time/experience is required as an LVN before bridging to RN? I am looking toward the Excelsior or other online route. Thanks in

  11. Attitude Problem

    GeauxNursing replied to AngiePansRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    our charge nurse runs the show. the FA is pretty good at working to get adequate staffing and bring in new patients, but she might lack some "people skills". Our charge nurse keeps everyone happy....

  12. I'm so scared to put in my 2 week notice

    GeauxNursing replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    go for it! quit! you have something so much better waiting for you. this is a wonderful thing, and it should bring you comfort. do not worry about upsetting your current boss, or getting a good...

  13. dallas nursing institute

    GeauxNursing replied to mbarto's topic in Texas Nursing

    yea i'm in

  14. Attitude Problem

    GeauxNursing replied to AngiePansRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

  15. dallas nursing institute

    GeauxNursing replied to mbarto's topic in Texas Nursing

    yes, and the lady that gave me the tetorifice booster really hurt me! i could hardly sleep last night for the pain in my arm! here's hoping we get our books and stuff tonight! see you in about an...

  16. How big (or small) is your unit?

    GeauxNursing replied to cranky's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    the same staff 6 days a week? when do you rest? and how many hours is

  17. Nurse/Patient ratio

    GeauxNursing replied to rubyslippers's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    here in TX we (PCTs) are not allowed either to deal with open-catheters, dressing changes. We can, however administer lidocaine, so we do all the sticks. We will get the BPs taken on the cath...

  18. I am so upset!

    GeauxNursing replied to lashon20's topic in General Students

  19. LVN's in chronic units

    GeauxNursing replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    yea us techs show up at 445, 430 to set up. the nurses get here at 515/600. they don't take patients, they don't set up

  20. LVN's in chronic units

    GeauxNursing posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Just sticking my head out to see if there are any LVNs working in the chronic units. I am currently a tech, and my boss tells me that I will still be getting up super early to come in and set up...

  21. Attitude Problem

    GeauxNursing replied to AngiePansRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Motorcycle, sorry, maybe I just didn't understand your

  22. Attitude Problem

    GeauxNursing replied to AngiePansRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Motorcycle, I just used that term "my" as a qualifier for the nurses I work with and love! Also, "because she is an associate degree nurse?" what is that supposed to mean? I would assume this nurse...

  23. LVN duties in chronic dialysis center

    GeauxNursing posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    what are your responsibilities in the chronic dialysis setting? I was informed that upon getting my LVN license I will still be showing up at the crack of dawn, setting up my own machines, taking...

  24. LVN's in chronic units

    GeauxNursing replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    What are you responsibilities in your dialysis unit? Are you taking patient assignments, coming in early to set up your machines? putting on all the caths ad still giving meds in the unit? This is...

  25. Texas LPN/LVN

    GeauxNursing replied to tamellehammond's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hey Commuter, you always have the best info! have you always been in LTC? Where did you go to school? My question, when you refer to an "agency nurse", what does that mean? are these people temps...