Aggie RN

Aggie RN ADN

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  1. AN - be honest....do I suck as an ER nurse?

    Aggie RN replied to Justdoingmybest's topic in Emergency

    I am impressed with the high quality of feedback provided by all of you. Y'all are making me feel

  2. Why working as an ED nurse so competitive?

    Aggie RN replied to ScaredRN's topic in Emergency

    If you mean most hated by every freaking department in the hospital then yeah... it's the coolest.

  3. ANCC and the APHN-BC

    Aggie RN posted a topic in Public, Community Health

    Does anyone know why they decided to discontinue offering this

  4. ANCC and the APHN-BC

    Aggie RN replied to Aggie RN's topic in Public, Community Health

    Thanks all for your answers! Starting work next week with the state of Texas in public health and was curious about it. Figured it was not enough applying/not enough money thing too, but I Have no...

  5. Question about Medical City...

    Aggie RN replied to WCSU1987's topic in Texas Nursing

    West Texas A&M University: Nursing (LVN) Program Just saying... Currently RN to BSN and I like how the school

  6. What nursing specialty has the best work life balance?

    Aggie RN replied to dianearc's topic in General Nursing

    I worked home health and hospice for 6 years and I loved it (mostly home health). Good pay. Got to see the sun shine. I enjoyed going different places. Some days I was home by 12. I just got...

  7. Drug Seekers

    Aggie RN replied to KYARNP's topic in Emergency

    I think the attitude should shift from "you're wasting our time," to "how can we help a person with a drug problem." However, how do you have that discussion in the ER? Also, what are the odds a drug...

  8. Love, love, love the ER but hate it too

    Aggie RN replied to tomjones200824's topic in Emergency

    I'll jump on the dog pile and say find another facility. Your description suggests a horrible corporate culture which ain't an easy fix. Good

  9. 4th week at ED.. it's hell, we should be called gods of labor

    Aggie RN replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    How long is your internship? Maybe ask your preceptor to help with your load a little more so you don't feel overwhelmed and can process more. Not sure if that's a viable option but hoping this...

  10. Nurse burnout-How do you handle it?

    Aggie RN replied to Nursepreneur's topic in Emergency

    I took a six year break from the hospital. I was really burnt and crispy. Have since spent my time working home health and hospice. I've recently just returned to the ER and I'm feeling very energized...

  11. Fake crying and bad acting in the ER

    Aggie RN replied to Emergent's topic in Emergency

    This times one

  12. Good Read - Myths in Emergency Medicine

    Aggie RN replied to BrooklynRN11201's topic in Emergency

    I just learned something.

  13. worst, most corrupt agency ever!

    Aggie RN replied to lsvalliant's topic in Home Health

    I think with the coming changes in health care and continued cuts to Medicare these types of agencies will start closing up shop. At least I hope

  14. Dilemma; small local agency or large national company?

    Aggie RN replied to Chaya's topic in Home Health

    Having been per visit in the passt, I made way more money than I would have on a salary

  15. St. Joseph-central Texas, Bryan/college station

    Aggie RN replied to SheilaORN's topic in Texas Nursing

    I live in Bryan and worked there for seven years. Decent place to work. It's a typical hospital with all the corporate politics. Pay is competitive. Nice facility. Lot's of good people with a few...

  16. Moving to Abilene, Tx!

    Aggie RN replied to Earthnurse5's topic in Texas Nursing

    So where did you end up living? I'm interested in one day moving to the area and I've been randomly looking on-line at homes. The Buffalo Gap area looks appealing. FM 89 south west of Abilene is a...

  17. A Virus Movie Determined to Get Real

    Aggie RN replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I rented this movie on iTunes about a week ago and finally worked up the nerve to watch it. :) Truly fascinating and utterly frightening film. My wife kept asking why I was watching the film, but...

  18. What is Nsg Dx, and Why Should I Care?

    Aggie RN replied to nurseprnRN's topic in General Nursing

    "What is Nsg Dx, and Why Should I Care?" 1. It's crap 2. You shouldn't End. Of. Discussion.

  19. What to do when you have multiple job offers????

    Aggie RN replied to trendz80's topic in General Nursing

    Take 'em to the bank. Seriously, you have leverage to try and negotiate a higher salary. Won't hurt to ask for more.

  20. Nursing Schedule and Salary in Mcallen

    Aggie RN replied to guy with a dream's topic in Texas Nursing

    Bortaz nails it. This blog details pretty good some reasons not to live in Mexico right now... http://www.borderlandbeat.com/ Some scary stuff. And the violence is slowly starting to creep north...

  21. Nurses in Japan

    Aggie RN replied to EDrunnerRN's topic in Emergency

    Don't think there's that much contamination. Nice explanation from an engineer on the youtube

  22. Triage protocols. what does your ER use?

    Aggie RN replied to lifsavER67's topic in Emergency

    Why would the Joint Commision have a problem with that? They're the Devil's agency I

  23. Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    Aggie RN replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    And this "wins" for pop culture reference of the day. :; Strong

  24. Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    Aggie RN replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    We have a winner, but change "girls" to

  25. Holy Abscess! Not for the faint of heart

    Aggie RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Paco, I just went through all 8 pages wondering why no one posted the one you put up. Strong work sir!! On night my co-worker got to assist with I&Ding a scrotal abscess. Said they got 400+ mls...