Crux1024

Crux1024

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  1. Tele Floor

    Crux1024 replied to Crux1024's topic in Cardiac

    Tom~ Thanks so much. That was incredibly helpful! I'll be sure to PM if/when I have any questions after I begin on

  2. Allergy to Alcohol??

    Crux1024 replied to jnguyen115's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone here will tell you that it is a violoation of the TOS to give medical advice. That being said, the only person that can answer that question would be your doctor. Good Luck and Happy...

  3. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    Crux1024 replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    To be able to be certified, your school does have to be accredited by CAAHEP. My school was. Now is certification necessary? No. You can still get hired without it. Some hospitals even still do on the...

  4. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    Crux1024 replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Pixie~ Firstly I'll say that I love being a Surgical Technologist. The reason that Im in RN school now is the lack of advancement associated with surgical technology. I want to be able to go other...

  5. Multi Cultural Health Care

    Crux1024 replied to misslo's topic in General Nursing

    Really? You think culturally competent care shouldnt be integrated into our learning for school ? Thats interesting. I myself am Hispanic and see nothing wrong with it. Showing us how to best...

  6. Hospital Corpsman To Lpn

    Crux1024 replied to monika420's topic in General Nursing

    Ive read enough threads with the same question to tell you that only CA and VA offer this option. So, unless youre located there I dont think you'll be able to. Hopefully, If Im wrong someone will...

  7. Rn or LPN

    Crux1024 replied to Nani 312's topic in General Nursing

    Can I just say I feel the same way

  8. Poll: Do you take vital signs at the beginning of your shift?

    Crux1024 replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    Vital signs at my hospital (med-surg floors) are taken q8h unless something calls for more. So, 0800, 1600 and 2400. I wouldnt expect youd have to take vitals in the middle of a shift if youre coming...

  9. So, So Very Confused!! Long! :)

    Crux1024 replied to Crux1024's topic in General Students

    The hospital I am in has a great new grad program that they give preference to my associated schools new grads, so there is a good chance that a variety of jobs will be available come time to apply....

  10. So, So Very Confused!! Long! :)

    Crux1024 posted a topic in General Students

    So, really and truly, I need some kind of advice. Im in 3rd semster of an ASN program and with reality looming in front of me, Ive hit a wall. May grads in my school are encouraged to have have jobs...

  11. Correct way of prepping a Leg??

    Crux1024 replied to AussieRNinHI's topic in Operating Room

    Paint is what most people call prepping with a sponge stick on the necessary area. Its not the scrub (usually done after the scrub) and done with betadine/alcohol..whatever the surgeon

  12. Giving meds without instructor

    Crux1024 replied to sweetsmile's topic in General Students

    Wow...they definitely shouldve known better. I do NOTHING (as far as d/c IVs, foley caths even dressing changes) without first informing my instructor of whats going on. She will then tell me if she...

  13. Failed Peds.......

    Crux1024 replied to MissRNBlue803's topic in General Students

    Im sorry abour your situation. At least youre continuing with your education. Thats the most important thing. Yes, you failed but youre still going at it and thats what counts. A good friend of mine...

  14. Carrying all that stuff to clinicals . . .

    Crux1024 replied to intensity_too's topic in General Students

    What gets me is that our instructor expects us to have ALL of our books to research from WHILE we are at clinical. She recommends we bring them all and looks slightly disappointed when she realizes...

  15. Tonsilectomy test question....

    Crux1024 replied to smstar1996's topic in General Nursing

    B. All the way.. Bright red blood would make you want to call the surgeon..The other two, not soo much. There will be pain when he swallows for a little while that is normal and kids can sleep/fall...

  16. Used Trashed Nurses Shoes on eBay for 9.99

    Crux1024 replied to OldMareLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Someone actually has a bid on it....thats kinda "ewwww"-ish..

  17. Interesting Article...

    Crux1024 posted a topic in Operating Room

    Our OR nursing director emailed us all an article. Its about the unique personalities and situations in the OR. I actually found it to be a good read. Enjoy.

  18. Stool sample for Micro class?????

    Crux1024 replied to RXtech's topic in General Students

    The community college that I DONT go to requires "anal swabs" to be taken and brought in for class... Can I just say Im glad I went to the college where the microbiology professor takes you to the...

  19. Life After the OR

    Crux1024 replied to PeanutintheOR's topic in General Nursing

    While I cant help you with advice of life outside of the OR yet (Im trying to breakout myself) I can sympathize with your situation. Ive been an Surgical Tech for over 6 years and know what it takes...

  20. does anyone know any nursing place that can hook me up in getting my lpn license

    Crux1024 replied to kwanee's topic in General Nursing

    If you took the final and didnt pass, then you technically didnt complete the program. Have you contacted your old school to see if they can let you repeat the last semester so you dont have to take...

  21. Concept Mapping Understanding

    Crux1024 replied to captron74's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Last semester, I did the maps just cause I had to. THEY were busy work. With the way we're having to do concept maps this semster (different format and different expectations), theyre actually helping...

  22. Are family members asking you for med advice?

    Crux1024 replied to dorselm's topic in General Students

    I always suggest one thing to anyone who asks...Webmd.com Even now i use it just for general information about anything health related. If I want more in depth, Ive got my

  23. No She/he Did Not!!!

    Crux1024 replied to Maggie in NC's topic in General Students

    Yeah, they're candy bars right?? Only you spelled it wrong, it starts with a "K"..... Totally kidding,

  24. $8000 to lock down my 2yrs of life?!

    Crux1024 replied to Tzu911's topic in General Nursing

    Try being locked down for 5 years!!! Thats mE! My hospital offers help with buying homes and I took them up on it ( to the tune of almost $14,000!!!)...only thing being you have to sign a 5yr...

  25. Nurses with tattoos?

    Crux1024 replied to crunchymomx3's topic in General Nursing

    I can not being to tell you how GORGEOUS that is. Ive always wanted to get a pin-up and yours is awesome. Arent tattoos addicting?