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    A real concern or not?

    NoviceRN10 replied to sunnycalifRN's topic in General Nursing

    were the iv pumps run on a radio frequency? i thought they were just self contained, electronic devices. i can't see how a cellphone could ever interfere with the function of an iv pump, especially...
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    College transcripts and first nursing job

    NoviceRN10 replied to Tua15395's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was never asked for a transcript or GPA at the one interview I had that landed me my first RN position. I did have to provide my original ADN diploma for the HR dept to copy for my file when I was...
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    Should I take bagels first day of work?

    NoviceRN10 replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

    I can't believe anyone would tell you not to bring them ! Everyone loves food, and everyone loves the coworker that cares enough to bring some in to share
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    HELP!

    NoviceRN10 replied to dankimal's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I sometimes look at the veteran nurses on my unit who seem so calm and "together" all the time and I wonder how long it takes to get to that point! I hustle my butt off for the first 5-6 and last 4...
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    Frustrated with having to work

    NoviceRN10 replied to SalishRN's topic in General Nursing

    What is BMT (I'm thinking it's a sandwich at Subway, LOL)? I've been trying to figure it out :). I am new to working fulltime (working at all since becoming a mom 10 yrs ago) and I struggle with...
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    Intramuscular injection technique tips

    NoviceRN10 replied to dedicate's topic in Patient Medications

    I've never noticed the muscle pulsate after giving an injection? I always do the dart motion to get the needle in, and I don't squeeze the muscle, I push the skin
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    Nervous about being a new grad

    NoviceRN10 replied to Lizzie21's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The only problem with that is when the doctor actually calls you back and you're nowhere near the chart or computer . Love when that happens! SBAR seems like a great tool, but I have yet to encounter...
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    Personal attack in progress note from physician

    NoviceRN10 replied to finchfamily4's topic in General Nursing

    I thought progress notes were for pts, not
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    What does "charge nurse" mean to you?

    NoviceRN10 replied to notjustanurse's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand how you can be doing the initial or ongoing assessments for other nurses? Doesn't that leave the nurse actually caring for the pt in the dark about their current condition, or do...
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    How to prepare for first RN job

    NoviceRN10 replied to BKnurse44's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't worry :). Nursing is a lot of on the job training. You will have other nurses to help guide you and answer questions when you need help. I learn something every shift I work, thankfully!...
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    How do you teach students on the floor?

    NoviceRN10 replied to darcicat's topic in General Nursing

    Is there no clinical instructor on the unit with these students? I can't see how a first year nurse would be expected to totally cover these students with instruction and charting
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    i am not crazy

    NoviceRN10 replied to nsaids_nurse420's topic in General Nursing

    That is how I interpret this situation too. If I went in to work 3-11 I sure wouldn't have thought I could walk out the door at
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    How soon after did you look for a part-time job?

    NoviceRN10 replied to sheronep's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with the previous response, SLEEP! But I have a spouse, kids, and a house that need my attention more than another job
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    Flu Season...

    NoviceRN10 replied to eegrnbsn's topic in General Nursing

    Well for me getting the MMR one time as a child is a lot different than getting shot up with the flu vaccine
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    nurses attacking nurses

    NoviceRN10 replied to bethgrace's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see this kind of behavior on my unit between the nurses; it is more prevalent between the PCAs, who actually complain to the mgr about each other. Fortunately the nurses I work with get...
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    Which Nursing Jobs are the Least Stressful?

    NoviceRN10 replied to LeLeeFNP's topic in Nursing Career

    Diagnosis and evaluation. The nurses just start IVs and do a little charting on the pts coming in for tests. One pt at a time, what a
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    New grad, 1st med error...looking for advice & encouragement

    NoviceRN10 replied to wendysu84_LPN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't be too hard on yourself! Go back armed with knowledge that you will be more diligent in the future :). Everyone makes errors, and anyone who says they don't isn't very
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    How do you sign?

    NoviceRN10 replied to Mashira's topic in General Nursing

    I thought that was what I was taught in nursing school, but I think I am the only nurse on my unit that doesn't sign my full first
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    Signed a 2 yr contract, but life happens!HELP!

    NoviceRN10 replied to madimom10's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I didn't realize some people "pay" to have their training. I am so glad I have no monetary obligation to my employers keeping me from moving on. I can't imagine having to pay back paychecks I most...
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    my hospital has been bought by vanguard

    NoviceRN10 replied to Lasoniamacaroni's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think anything is going to change except the front entrance to Hutzel/Harper . Oh, and the 403Bs will change to 401ks. I don't see why staffing, time off or raises would change? Still not...
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    Graduated in 2008, still looking

    NoviceRN10 replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have too many acronyms in my head, what does ADON stand
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    Now what?

    NoviceRN10 replied to violet_violet's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Enjoy not working in a hospital! It's extremely
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    What are "caring" qualities of a nursing leader/manager?

    NoviceRN10 replied to sktrgrl01's topic in General Nursing

    Well shoot, if you aren't a nurse yet, how on earth would you know what makes a good nurse manager or leader? I think a good leader will give you feedback on your performance, let you know when pts...
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    How easy is it to get the job of choice right after graduating nursing school?

    NoviceRN10 replied to smithjen's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's not a an employee's market right now, so beggars can't be choosers when it comes to what facility or unit you end up working at. I would love L&D too, but am starting off in med-surge...
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    Michigander BSN student worried about getting job when graduates! What to do NOW?

    NoviceRN10 replied to fortunato's topic in General Nursing

    There are hospitals in metro Detroit that will hire new grads :). Out of my DEC 09 graduationg class (ADN), I only know of one person for sure that has not gained employment as an RN (Well, he did...