MrChicagoRN RN

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    Psych nursing is easy

    MrChicagoRN replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Psychiatric

    I think the OP was doing an internship, in which case it may have been relatively "easy." However, he/she has also asked a few questions about violenceon on psych units. Her view may have changed...
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    Nclex RN help!! confused in regards to limit of yrs to take nclex???

    MrChicagoRN replied to posas21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Whether required or not, I'd suggest a refresher course at your local community. It will improve your chance of passing and also make you more attractive to an
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    what to do if you're worried about a negative reference

    MrChicagoRN replied to ceccia's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Potential employers know that there are sometime bad managers, and sometimes bad employees who feel its the managers fault that they are bad employees. Im of the belief that your current shouldn't...
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    What to ask the interviewer

    MrChicagoRN replied to LauraRN14's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    That's why you come in with your list of questions written down, so you don't forget. And you jot down brief notes during the interview. From there, you choose a few relevant
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    HR's mistake hurt my paycheck

    MrChicagoRN replied to 33-weeker's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely. Our nurses are given plenty of reminders and are informed ahead of time of the consequences. Before online primary license verification was CMS/TJC approved you had to produce the...
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    HR's mistake hurt my paycheck

    MrChicagoRN replied to 33-weeker's topic in General Nursing

    In Illinois, every license expires at the same time (based on discipline). We use online verification and this year RN licenses expired midnight Saturday May 31. Always frustrating when some...
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    Interview question

    MrChicagoRN replied to sugar12's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You stated a simple scenario, but didn't actually state the question. I assume it's "what would you do first?" Bleeding may be minor to life-threatening, pain maybe mild discomfort to "oh god, just...
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    Can you sit the NCLEX in any state?

    MrChicagoRN replied to suzy12's topic in Nurse Registration

    In the good old days, we had to wait 11-12 weeks for the letter to come in the
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    Lets play the drug of choice game

    MrChicagoRN replied to 30days2nclex's topic in General Students

    Nardil? definitely not a drug of choice. MAOI's are not used that often, usually are last choice drugs for depression. Look towards SSRI class
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    What do you carry with you/bring to work as a psych nurse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to carterr's topic in Psychiatric

    ID, Pen, paper, keys, gloves. everything else can be grabbed as
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    Rotating Shifts

    MrChicagoRN replied to lilcampy310's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It really depends on what the rotation expectation is. Those that I hire are expected to rotate forward if needed for coverage, and some even like it. However, it's actually pretty rare that anyone...
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    help. They don't like me.

    MrChicagoRN replied to nevertelling's topic in Nursing Career

    It's great that you are asking yourself these questions. Call your employee assistance program offered through work. Free, confidential, and a good first step Good
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    How should i round this based on the given rounding rules?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Nursing2102's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Plus, the difference between 34.9 and 35 ml/hr is only 0.00287% , and totals 2.4 ml over the entire 24 hours. The difference is insignificant. Remain calm and round off to the nearest whole
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    Took the HORRIBLE NCLEX today...

    MrChicagoRN replied to ETorch89's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Keep in mind that you tested on Friday, there were probably no humans investigating on the weekend. This is the first business day following your test. Take a deep breath...and
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    Don't Do This

    MrChicagoRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sometimes I get cold calls from prospective employees. If you get me in person, I will politely talk to you for a few minutes and tell you to then apply on the website. If you give me an employees...
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    First job - HIV unit

    MrChicagoRN replied to Adonai Adonai's topic in Infectious Disease

    You can encounter an HIV+ or person with hepatitis in any setting, and may not even be aware. As well as unhappy patients just about anywhere. I don't see any greater risk than anywhere else....
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    Black listing

    MrChicagoRN replied to RN4JUSTICE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I have no idea who is actually on the other end of the line. Could be anyone. Bill collector, stalker, identity thief. Providing a reference/verification is a courtesy, not a legal obligation. If...
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    Don't Do This

    MrChicagoRN replied to MrChicagoRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You still need your elevator speech, whether it's live or via voicemail. theres no guarantee the manager will call you back, but it does increase your
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    No worries USA. Only healthcare workers will be exposed to ebola.

    MrChicagoRN replied to Raviepoo's topic in Disaster Preparation

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    what is the first question a male nurse asks to an another male nurse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to selva tito's topic in Male Nursing Students

    what part of Canada are you
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    Are my patients at risk?

    MrChicagoRN replied to apnurserock's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    This is the only serious post of yours that I've seen. You've posted a lot of threads here, most of them superficial and irrelevant. In one, you said you were trying to network (connect?). You...
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    Bridge why or why not?

    MrChicagoRN replied to apnurserock's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes there is is a big difference. But, isn't the purpose of an educational program to educate & prepare one to assume greater duties and
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    Lets play the drug of choice game

    MrChicagoRN replied to 30days2nclex's topic in General Students

    Historically, it was one of the first meds used, but is not now your first choice except in medically under served parts of the world CDC | TB |
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    barbiturate.

    MrChicagoRN replied to ivy-strawberry's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There is no direct antidote for a pure barbiturate OD Barbiturate intoxication and overdose: MedlinePlus Medical
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    Bridge why or why not?

    MrChicagoRN replied to apnurserock's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why would it ever Not be a good idea? Please