RNfaster

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1. Medications Mixing and Nasogastric Feeding Tubes

   RNfaster replied to kjeanw's topic in General Nursing

   I keep them separate... Crush, add water, and then give. I also measure out flushes separately. This allows time for meds to dissolve. It really doesn't take that long. I do like the idea to get...

2. I can't believe this - wearing a mask during the test?

   RNfaster replied to guest1059427's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Glad you got used to wearing the mask. You will most likely encounter other things that as a new nurse may seem unpleasant, but know that with time, you will get used to them and not be bothered by...

3. Vaccination for clinical

   RNfaster replied to Grad 2020's topic in General Students

   I felt my comment above was too flippant. I edited it as follows, but had to post it below separately. I am sorry about the flippancy. I hope the below helps. Your statements regarding vaccines...

4. Vaccination for clinical

   RNfaster replied to Grad 2020's topic in General Students

   Why don't you read some evidence-based research on vaccines? Look at peer-reviewed journals. You might also pursue some rigorous science education. Until, then, I would say it might be best to hold...

5. Is this hurting my resume?

   RNfaster replied to nursex23's topic in General Nursing

   Personally, I would apply to jobs you are interested in. The folks that do the hiring may know your facility's reputation and understand why you are trying to get to a better

6. I don’t know what to say ???

   RNfaster replied to JenMH88RN's topic in General Nursing

   Many posters above have some great ideas, e.g., presence, chaplain, etc... I also agree with the pain/palliative

7. Gloves required for ALL oral meds.

   RNfaster replied to Leonardos's topic in Patient Medications

   @osceteacher, people pick up a glove from the floor and stuff it back in the box? That is horrible. I hope you say something to someone doing

8. orientation prob. bring it up with my boss or not

   RNfaster replied to singleye's topic in General Nursing

   Often when I get valuable critical feedback, I thank the person giving it. Also, I often share with others when I have made a mistake...I do this as I want to help others, and I find that others often...

9. How many hours did you honesty spend studying in nursing school?

   RNfaster replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Students

   I don't remember how many hours per day I studied. It would fluctuate depending on if I was working or having to attend lectures, etc. Study as much as you can. Read the required texts. Study NCLEX...

10. Dilemma situation! I'm not a nurse, but is this common practice??

    RNfaster replied to Nursing617's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Next time, ask the nurse directly to explain it to you. Questions are okay, and should be accepted. At this, point, next time you go to the facility, you might ask about it. If you're not going, go...

11. Affordable, online RN-to-BSN programs without group work...

    RNfaster replied to RNfaster's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Here's a list of online RN-to-BSN programs with required credit hours and cost per credit hour (out-of-state). I am focusing in on a couple and starting to contact the schools to find out about group...

12. CNA to RN?

    RNfaster replied to Tanya167's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Try to get a CNA job at a hospital or other institution that has tuition benefits. Then use those benefits to pursue your LPN or RN. If going for RN, you might start with ADN, and then later...

13. What would you like as a thank you?

    RNfaster replied to Quita19426's topic in Nurses Rock

    I agree with prior posters suggestions to write personalized thank you

14. Hospital reimbursement

    RNfaster replied to BlueBoxSearcher's topic in General Students

    JustBeachy, I don't think it's easy to get loan forgiveness, but I have heard of it out there... I have heard of it related to individual institutions and related to medically-underserved areas......

15. Hospital reimbursement

    RNfaster replied to BlueBoxSearcher's topic in General Students

    Many healthcare organizations in my area offer some form of tuition reimbursement for folks going back to school. Check with the organizations where you want to work. I do see that organizations are...