Crux1024

Crux1024

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  1. Are most shifts usually 12 hours?

    Crux1024 replied to michelle_d's topic in General Nursing

    Youd be surpirsed @ what you and your body are capable of. Yeah, youre working 12 hr shifts, but also only working 3 days a week as opposed to 5 days a week @ 8 hrs. I love my

  2. Anyone tried Iridology?

    Crux1024 replied to prettygirllpn's topic in General Nursing

    Id never heard of it before now. Fascinating! Ill be interested to hear others experience with this as

  3. Do you guys have Pyxis in your hospital?

    Crux1024 replied to lambimari's topic in General Nursing

    I believe our policy is supposed to be one pt at a time, but I know several people who will take out 2-3 pts meds and then have to walk to the opposite end of the floor. Done to save time. I do it too...

  4. is this considered passing?

    Crux1024 replied to mimi225's topic in General Nursing

    The same here. At the school I attended, they are seperate classes and if you fail one, thats the only one you have to retake. A 74% minimum is needed for

  5. Does any one know the answer to this??

    Crux1024 replied to Pinkpea11's topic in General Nursing

    Good question. I probably wouldve guesed wrong on an exam, thats for

  6. Stops @ 75

    Crux1024 replied to confusedtaker's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I believe CA results takes (for some reason) a much longer period of time to get back than other states Ive heard of. If you feel you answered well, relax. Theres nothing you can do about it now. I...

  7. ADN to Nurse Midwife?

    Crux1024 replied to oties101's topic in General Nursing

    No its not possible. CNMs are @ minimum a Masters prepared position. You can be an L&D RN with an ADN, or a doula, which basically like a labor coach/advocate who doesnt have to be a nurse. There...

  8. I cant stop laughing..for all nurses

    Crux1024 replied to JessiekRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks so much......I guess Ive been seizing on the dance floor for years now.. I need some Xanax.

  9. Triplet PVCs or "3 Beat Run of V Tach?"

    Crux1024 replied to na74te's topic in General Nursing

    3 - 7ish(ive heard up to 9) in a row are considered NSVT (Non sustained VT). More than that is VT. Ive never heard of triplet PVCs. Had a patient with a 75 beat run of VT and asymptomatic!! Lifevest...

  10. When are vital signs done?

    Crux1024 replied to ivorybunny's topic in General Nursing

    Ours are Q4H, so 07, 11, 15, 19, 23, 03. Aides hate it, but Its helpful. Sometimes if someones not tele monitored, I tell them to hold off til the morning for VS since theyre technically not required...

  11. What to do with CNAs that sleep during the night shift?

    Crux1024 replied to Plagueis's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If its a normal occurance, I would bring it to their attention. Suggest they maybe bring a book or something to read/study. Is it affecting the job? Are they ignoring call bells to sleep? Since it...

  12. What to do with CNAs that sleep during the night shift?

    Crux1024 replied to Plagueis's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No where in the OPs post did she say all CNAs and ONLY CNAs fall asleep. HER particular problem IS with the CNAs at her job. Not sure why you felt offended by

  13. Can RNs really make this much?

    Crux1024 replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

    Starting nurses @ $24 and cap @ $32 for staff/bedside RN. Goes up with other positions :Case management, nurse manager etc. NPs and CRNAs are in a class by themselves with their salaries. Im south...

  14. Frustratingly Obnoxious People.....*vent*

    Crux1024 replied to OhioCCRN's topic in General Nursing

    The ones who dont think that this baseline knowledge aka "crap" wont help them or will be unnecessary when theyre an NP or CRNA, will be the ones who wont make it. Itll sort itself out. Until then,...

  15. Pre employment physical while pregnant?

    Crux1024 replied to xaymi's topic in General Nursing

    Just so you realize...once you leave to have the baby. They DO NOT have to hold your job for you since you dont fall under FMLA guidelines. I dont see why you wouldnt share with them..youre going to...

  16. RN babysiting gig gone south

    Crux1024 replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for explaining. My mind didnt even go that route

  17. ACLS

    Crux1024 replied to Gem0607's topic in General Nursing

    Im sorry...What was the second poster referring to? Whats inappropriate

  18. RN babysiting gig gone south

    Crux1024 replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    I think its exactly the same. An 8 yr old was left alone, thats not very appropriate regardless of who did it. The OPs cousin had class but she also had a more (IMHO) important responsibility and...

  19. Cant keep a watch working!

    Crux1024 replied to CNA2day's topic in General Nursing

    http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Nurse-Stainless-Steel-Pocket-Watch-with-Pin-WD_W0QQitemZ250533631617QQcmdZViewItemQQptZPocket_Watches?hash=item3a54f7d681 I use something similar to this....attached to my...

  20. Dear Fellow Nurse--thank you for reminding my why I am a nurse

    Crux1024 replied to oregonchinamom's topic in General Nursing

    Great Story.. Thanks for not "eating"

  21. Dear Patient - thankyou for reminding me why I nurse

    Crux1024 replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    Im very tearful at the moment. Amazing story. Thank you for

  22. My First Interview...EVER!!!

    Crux1024 replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    Dress business like. Clean, ironed clothing. Make sure you look nice, no overpowering smells. Come prepared as far as resume. Make sure you have some questions for the place as you are interviewing...

  23. RN transplant coordinator-- what do they really do?

    Crux1024 replied to Epona's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I guess maybe she meant more administrative than actual patient care? The Transplant coordinators Ive encountered have been very involved with the patients. Mostly handling the logistics of what was...

  24. Think CNAs will pick up LPNs duties in hospitals?

    Crux1024 replied to lina.561's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    How old are you? You arent able to participate in a discussion that you, yourself started?! . Way to be an adult there, buddy. Do us all a favor and you be the one to go

  25. question regarding nursing pay

    Crux1024 replied to srleslie's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto what everyone else said, but if you're on a floor/unit, all where they encourage you all to fill the schedule holes, or have some kind of shift plus, 4 more hours a week may be