amzyRN

amzyRN

ED, Cardiac-step down, tele, med surg

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  1. Is the BSN worth it?

    amzyRN replied to NurseCalamity's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yes it is. Many facilities prefer BSNs. You'll have a little bit of an edge with a BSN in many states. Plus some jobs like management positions require a BSN or

  2. Nurses Diverting Narcotics.

    amzyRN replied to NurseCalamity's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work, all my coworkers are trust worthy. I've never worked at a place where diversion of narcs was common. At least not amongst staff. I don't think it's offensive to actually witness wasting,...

  3. PLEASE HELP! fired/demoted RN still on orientation

    amzyRN replied to jrobbin44's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think someone can be reported to the board for "not being a good fit". I'd ask for specifics on your performance and what they meant by that. Usually legit issues arise from specific instances...

  4. Do you titrate drips?

    amzyRN replied to LittleRedOwl's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a cardiac stepdown in the midwest and we titrated nitro and cardizem but that's it for the vasoactives. We also had insulin drips that we titrated. The insulin drips would be a 4 to 1...

  5. Physician Bullying of Nurses Reaching Epidemic Levels

    amzyRN replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in Nursing News

    I've experienced this at my last job and I was shocked because the facility I was before never had MD's like that. We had some grouchy ones, but none that were true bullies. This cardiologist at my...

  6. Novice nurse no-nos

    amzyRN replied to tsm007's topic in General Nursing

    when you call the physician, have all the pertinent information at your fingertips, like a full set of vitals just incase they ask, plus a med list. Also have in mind of what you want the physician to...

  7. Day shift vs. night shift

    amzyRN replied to EternalFeather's topic in General Nursing

    I'd like to work nights if my body let me. I got sick from night shift though when I tried it. I simply could not sleep well in the daytime and got really depressed and would get sick more easily....

  8. Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    amzyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    If I were in your place; I'd apply to a BSN program out of Cali and get a job there. You might find that you won't get a job when your done with your studies unless you leave the state. Why not go to...

  9. What is the worst case of bullying you've seen in your nursing career?

    amzyRN replied to Guest878640's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The worst case of bullying came from a rude disrespectful MD. She would call people stupid and berate them in front of colleagues and patients. She was constantly written up but no one would listen...

  10. *Need Help* Wanting to transfer!

    amzyRN replied to RNWodie's topic in General Nursing

    As long as it wasn't horrendously unsafe, I'd stick it out. I started on a step down unit and it was hard to adjust too and it took about 6 months to start to feel comfortable, but I am so glad I...

  11. Sanford Relocation Help!

    amzyRN replied to RNCalifornia18's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't live in Fargo, but did visit it. I think it's probably safer than a lot of places. I'm from a big city, so I definitely felt safer in ND than where I live now. Fargo's pretty cool, cute shops...

  12. Plan for my dream job?

    amzyRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I recently accepted a position on a mixed unit, med/surg/tele (mostly surgical patients). I have worked step down and straight tele. Though I am learning new things, this is not the unit I want to be...

  13. New Grad interview: Tell me about yourself - What do I say?

    amzyRN replied to Coumarin's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    When I've been asked that I only reveal professional info. I tell people about my education, accomplishments, volunteer work, passion for nursing. I NEVER reveal personal info and I usually do very...

  14. Sanford Relocation Help!

    amzyRN replied to RNCalifornia18's topic in General Nursing

    I lived in ND for a while. I'd chose Fargo over Mandan. Fargo is the biggest city in ND and has a few fun things to do. I really enjoyed my time in ND except for the brutal winters. I'd definitely...

  15. Being let go during orientation in ICU

    amzyRN replied to hyed's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Try to get experience on a general floor first, for at least a year, then I bet your experience will be different. ICU is a very tough place to start for new

  16. Stethoscope Bling?

    amzyRN replied to chorses4evr's topic in General Students

    Checking with your program is a good idea. In my opinion, stethoscope charms look kinda tacky and strange, but this is a personal

  17. To tell or not to tell!

    amzyRN replied to XNavyCorpsman's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Keep your mouth shut for now as you are still on probation and haven't even started on your own yet (you say you are orientation). Practice how you were taught and at a later time once you are off...

  18. Is it ethical to quit a job after accepting it?

    amzyRN replied to smiley28's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would take the job that would allow me to be the best nurse I can be and that would help me grow professionally and financially. Most employers are "at

  19. Giving up nursing?

    amzyRN replied to RNhere's topic in Nursing Career

    I had to leave my state for experience and I was so glad I did. I was able to move back with a good job, excellent pay and benefits. I had to go outside my comfort zone and sacrifice for a couple...

  20. 50 Things New Nurses Need to Know About Calling Doctors and Other Providers

    amzyRN replied to Lynda Lampert, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Very good article. I was very nervous in the beginning because I had less confidence, but calling providers has become second nature, even grouchy ones. I've had MDs with really nasty hostile...

  21. Unsolicited Warnings....

    amzyRN replied to theradiantforce's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yeah I've experienced this and sometimes the warnings were valid but I'm not one to indulge my own paranoia. It's always good to "watch one's back" keeping things professional, not gossiping or...

  22. I lack social skills and confidence. Is nursing a possibility for me?

    amzyRN replied to DerAustin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I encourage you to be more accepting of yourself as you are and not reinforce your notions about yourself as you are reinforcing the negative. I have found that self acceptance and not judging myself...

  23. HIV needle stick

    amzyRN replied to Kyliemarie8588's topic in General Nursing

    Didn't you report this to your employer and file a worker's comp claim? Did you see an MD at your employers expense? I think most employers have to provide this to employees, but maybe not all...

  24. Nicotine Testing

    amzyRN replied to NobleLeo's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on quitting smoking! It's a terrible foul habit that is extremely unhealthy. I don't really agree with the principals testing people for legal substances, especially since the advent...

  25. Would you send this patient to the unit?

    amzyRN replied to Birdy2's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I probably would have asked if we could give her more K and some Ca although maybe they didn't want to give her the K because the Cr is elevated. I don't know the nuances of electrolyte imbalances the...