nurse2033 MSN, RN

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    Question about ER tech position

    nurse2033 replied to Love911Nursing's topic in Emergency

    It would be extremely beneficial. You will get to observe and assist with many patients. You will become comfortable with patients and get to know the ER staff. If they like you that could easily lead...
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    Starting my first RN job next week...advice

    nurse2033 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I only bring my stetho and a drug reference (epocrates on ipod). Although every unit has a drug reference it might be in use, out of date, and good luck finding it sometimes. You don't want to be in a...
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    Are nurses allowed to wear "doctor-like" lab coats?

    nurse2033 replied to lalalalexi's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    As long as it is in your uniform policy, go for
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    Return to work after broken wrist?

    nurse2033 replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    Your employee health will have to sign off, what do they
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    Dreams of Becoming an ER Nurse Fading.

    nurse2033 replied to jjnmrsmom's topic in Emergency

    It is not uncommon for ICU nurses to transition to ER. If you are willing, you could put a year or two in ICU and then apply for ER, either at your hospital or another. Best of
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    What are "caring" qualities of a nursing leader/manager?

    nurse2033 replied to sktrgrl01's topic in General Nursing

    Respect the big three; Schedule, salary, and family. A boss who doesn't consider the effects of actions on those three things is a poor manager
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    Harvard Nurses' Health Study

    nurse2033 replied to kesr's topic in General Nursing

    I know of this study and it's contributions to health information. We just feel left out that's
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    Tube Feeding Question

    nurse2033 replied to CoastMedRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've thought the same thing myself. Let's say they have 30ml in there. You roll them for a linen change which might take 3 minutes. In that time, your TF running at say 30ml/hr would have infused 6ml....
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    I'm mad and sad(about pt's family)

    nurse2033 replied to singleye's topic in General Nursing

    Great
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    Am I expected to give medicine from unlabeled home cassettes??!!

    nurse2033 replied to lashuna1028's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't give an orange to a patient without the proper labeling. Protecting your license comes right after your life and your family. If possible, talk to the pharmacy. Where I work, they identify...
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    Preceptorship .. HELP!

    nurse2033 replied to NurseJAG's topic in General Nursing

    If you haven't already, create a workflow sheet. This is and sheet of paper that has basically some space for each hour of your shift for each patient (you might need more than one sheet of paper)....
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    39 and just starting?? Am I crazy?

    nurse2033 replied to collegegirl209's topic in General Nursing

    I got my RN at 40, now you might be crazy, but not because you want to be a
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    Need help with documentation/assessment

    nurse2033 replied to meagho's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe that's phall risk,
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    can employers find out where you've worked in the past through background checks?

    nurse2033 replied to dedicate's topic in General Nursing

    They use your resume for that. Be prepared to explain a gap in employment where your "phantom" bad experience would be. I even put a gap in employment when I stayed home to care for my kids for sixth...
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    Department Placement

    nurse2033 replied to annajlund10's topic in General Nursing

    See if you can find a hospital that has some sort of organized preceptorship or internship. I wish I could have started off that way. It will give you tons of support as a new grad and a real strong...
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    Anyone else with gambling problem?

    nurse2033 replied to icubabe1's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Have you been to a therapist? You should consider all the different ways you can to beat this. Have you asked GA if there is a women's group? Maybe you could start one. Sorry I don't have more...
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    Health paper advice. Help please

    nurse2033 replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

    I think the entire term "alternative medicine" is too broad. It covers serious, scientifically based treatment like chiropractic to energy healing and quackery. I believe this is one reason for that...
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    New grad...Where to start??

    nurse2033 replied to kassidy's topic in General Nursing

    Apply for the jobs that interest you and see where it leads. I would avoid any job that you know isn't right for you because you could get stuck there and be miserable. You can always move on, but as...
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    Emotional disaster

    nurse2033 replied to kassidy's topic in General Nursing

    First off, I think you're in a great field because people can tell that you care and it is very helpful to them. If you focus your priority on doing your job and supporting patients and families...
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    Can a nurse just be a nurse anymore???

    nurse2033 replied to NightNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    I hear ya. I just went part time for a while, in part, so I can catch up on education. You're right, nobody really has time for this **** unless you have no hobbies, no family, and no
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    Us rn about to expire in nov...online masteral program

    nurse2033 replied to ph.cdn.us.rn05's topic in International Nursing

    Sounds like you need to contact California about your liscense. Excelsior offers online Masters and I don't think they care where you
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    Days vs nights

    nurse2033 replied to roxie144's topic in General Nursing

    Days is much easier on your sleep schedule and gives you consistancy with your life. Days are usually busier as more goes on, the patients are awake, there are more visitors and staff working with...
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    Foleys and tampons?

    nurse2033 replied to JemJ's topic in General Nursing

    I've got no first hand experience here, but wouldn't the tampon pose and increased risk of infection or UTI? I would think a maxi with frequent changes would be
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    For the Student or for the Teacher

    nurse2033 replied to SchoolNurseLaura's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You are correct, your job is to serve the students. Not all staff have the same priority. You should talk with the principal and perhaps have a meeting with the other teachers so they can understand...
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    new nurse who needs advice

    nurse2033 replied to PCU_RN9's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome to the rat race! You will start to make sense of the chaos with time. Find a mentor whom you can ask questions, or just ask the charge nurse. Forging ahead without knowing what you are doing...