NurseKatie08

NurseKatie08 MSN

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  1. Safe, Dangerous, or Irrelevant?

    NurseKatie08 replied to GomerPyle's topic in General Nursing

    whether or not an assignment is safe depends on a lot of factors, imo. how much orientation have you gotten? are you working with a preceptor? do you feel comfortable with the assignment? after all,...

  2. I about cried for a classmate today....

    NurseKatie08 replied to justme1972's topic in General Nursing

    Whoops, I didn't realize I brought back such an old thread. Apparantly after my first week on evenings & being almost off orientation (about 90% independent at this point), I am clearly not...

  3. I about cried for a classmate today....

    NurseKatie08 replied to justme1972's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly! In order to graduate from the Commonwealth Honors Program at my school, I needed to have a 3.2 GPA or greater at graduation (in addition to other requirements, such as my honors thesis in...

  4. Someone Please Help Me!!!!!!!

    NurseKatie08 replied to skadoosh's topic in General Nursing

    *headdesk*

  5. Need Happy Thoughts!

    NurseKatie08 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Wish me luck, everyone! I'm starting orientation today & need happy thoughts--I was excited yesterday, but woke up really nervous--and all it is today is HR orientation, your typical fire safety,...

  6. Need Happy Thoughts!

    NurseKatie08 replied to NurseKatie08's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Great so far--one more week and I'm officially

  7. How far do you drive?

    NurseKatie08 replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    I drive less than 10 minutes, but I guess I'm lucky in that

  8. B.S.N. graduate hospital/clinic job

    NurseKatie08 replied to focusnclex's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I would consider looking into a refresher course of some kind, or at least an extensive review program before taking the NCLEX. If you graduated 3 years ago and (I'm assuming) haven't really done work...

  9. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

    NurseKatie08 replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    :yeahthat: Agreed. I graduated Cum Laude from my school's chapter of the Commonwealth Honors Program, & don't think myself any more or less of a nurse than classmates who may have struggled to get...

  10. graduate nurse permit?

    NurseKatie08 replied to futureRNJaz's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Depends on your state. In MA, where I live, there is no such thing as temporary practice permits or GN's. You must hold a valid RN or LPN license to practice in

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

    NurseKatie08 replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    I do my vitals at the start of my shift, since most of my patients are getting BP meds at that time (TCU within an extended care facility). I use the period just after report as time to assess...

  12. Potassium levels and Vital Signs

    NurseKatie08 replied to vadee's topic in General Nursing

    Hyperkalemia can cause EKG Changes (tall, peaked T waves) and dysrhythmias, as well as cardiac arrest. Therefore, checking an apical pulse would be useful. Hope this

  13. an almost funny comment

    NurseKatie08 replied to pinkestar's topic in First Year After Licensure

  14. Should I be THIS freaked out over vomit????

    NurseKatie08 replied to Tysmommy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    :yeahthat: Everyone has something they can't stand. Vomit is my thing...I tend to end up hearing someone say they are going to vomit...pass them the emesis basis & leave the room, lol. Meanwhile,...

  15. Advice on dealing with dementia patient

    NurseKatie08 replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with previous posters in checking a UA to see if a UTI could be the source of this problem. Also, pts with Alzheimer's disease are typically more confused at night, d/t sundowning. I can't...

  16. Overwhelmed on a Rehab Unit--Mgmt No Help

    NurseKatie08 replied to Emma123's topic in General Nursing

    Emma, I would run fast and not look back. This job is putting your license at risk. I am a new grad on a sub-acute/rehab unit with an 11:1 ratio when we are full. (2 nurses on on days & eves, 1 on...

  17. Need advice on whether to choose ASN or BSN

    NurseKatie08 replied to cclem1's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    My co-worker is in the Direct Entry MSN Program at Boston College. As far as I know, all of her classes are in the evening. She seems to enjoy the

  18. Need advice on whether to choose ASN or BSN

    NurseKatie08 replied to cclem1's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I would look into Direct Entry Master's Programs. Typically those programs tend to offer classes in the evenings because they are designed for working adults with a career in another field. A...

  19. Medicine Crusher's

    NurseKatie08 replied to CrazyMommy's topic in General Nursing

    Yup, we use the Slient Knight, too. I haven't had any problems with

  20. Scrubs & Shoes

    NurseKatie08 replied to kjbsn2008's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I often go to Work N Gear, usually the one in Dedham. I am partial to Dickies flare pants, but there are lots of other brands out there. Also, I love my Dansko Professional Clogs. Hope this

  21. Did you study for your NCLEX...?

    NurseKatie08 replied to DanielleJ_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't study very much at all. I graduated May 17, sent in my paperwork May 30. My dad died on June 1, and I'd had my NCLEX scheduled for July 8. I was registered for a 5 day review course, but...

  22. EEEE! I got an interview at a pediatric rehabilitation facility!!

    NurseKatie08 replied to HappyPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yay!! I'm so happy for you!!! I'll be thinking good thoughts--let us know how it goes!!

  23. Pregnant and not know it?

    NurseKatie08 replied to ToxicShock's topic in General Nursing

    I saw the same documentary. They also mentioned if you have an anterior placenta, you'll likely not feel the baby's movement. I can see how it could happen, coupled with morbid obesity or one of the...

  24. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

    NurseKatie08 replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I would definitely look into long term acute care places, such as Youville, which was previously mentioned. It is still good hospital experience. I am starting out on the Transitional Care Unit of a...

  25. Just Fired From My 1st Nursing Job

    NurseKatie08 replied to MysticalSeeker's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yikes, safety first is right! I don't know how 20 minutes for 24 patients is even possible. It takes me well over an hour to do my am med pass for 11! (I'm three weeks into