Jennerizer ASN, RN

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    need ideas for nights off

    Jennerizer replied to abg.icu.rn's topic in General Nursing

    I work 3 night shifts in a row so I can get back to a day routine on my days off. Is that an option for you? The gym is a good
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    Medications Commonly Used on a Cardiac Unit

    Jennerizer replied to VickieStudentNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Cardizem, Metoprolol, Clonidine, Atenolol = BP meds. Also see cardiac pts on Coumadin and Digoxin quite
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    Is nursing theory actually used by working nurses?

    Jennerizer replied to BCRNA's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I used to think the same way back when I was studying nursing theories...that it was ridiculous to think anyone could follow one particular theory. Looking back, I see that I use a...
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    Adenosine vs. Cardizem in tachy med/surg pt.

    Jennerizer replied to RaziRN's topic in General Nursing

    It could be something as simple as that particular MD prefers Adenosine over Cardizem. I've been a PCU nurse and have yet to see Adenosine used on the floor. Perhaps it is because at my hospital,...
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    Do I need Insurance?

    Jennerizer replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    The only nurses I've ever seen personally sued in a medical setting are those that had liability insurance. I'm with those who say no liability insurance = no
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    Interesting topic....

    Jennerizer replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    I do believe this year's seasonal flu shot will include coverage against the H1N1. They have combined the
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    Hospital Parking

    Jennerizer replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in General Nursing

    That sounds miserable. The parking is fine where I work. At night we can park in the front visitor's parking
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    I have a tough question

    Jennerizer replied to Genetics56's topic in General Nursing

    I wish all of the consent forms were online. At my hospital, it's like a treasure hunt trying to find the consent forms and wastes a lot of
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    Disgusting conditions on my floor. What would you do?

    Jennerizer replied to lsvalliant's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my. Do you not have housekeepers where you work? Why won't they clean the
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    Scared to talk to Doctors

    Jennerizer replied to jam0516's topic in General Nursing

    I think your fear is totally normal.....just remember, don't take anything they say personally if they are being rude. Some of them are just that way - just like in life - you're always going to run...
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    NCLEX advice

    Jennerizer replied to sweetart4988's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Try to relax - everyone feels that anxious feeling of failure after taking the NCLEX. Your chances of passing are about 85% - that's the national average I believe....so your chances are great....
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    Which Cherokee Scrubs are the stretchy ones?

    Jennerizer replied to moomoo111's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    If it's what I'm thinking of....it's Cherokee Stretch Sateen. It has like 3% spandex or lycra in the material, therefore making it mildy stretchy. They are hard to find. Jen's Scrubs has a couple...
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    Awkward moments

    Jennerizer replied to sunchild's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, that's my opinion too...just the word "disimpaction" makes me
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    What is the best advice you can give to new nursing students?

    Jennerizer replied to nurse2b2010's topic in General Nursing

    Don't get discouraged and don't fall behind. If you need help - ask for it. And definitely take time for you - find productive ways to release the stress that nursing school will create....
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    my first couple of months

    Jennerizer replied to stiney77's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hang in there - you will get past this & one day look back & see how far you've come. I just celebrated my 3rd year on a telemetry floor. It does get easier!
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    MDs should obtain & have patients sign consent

    Jennerizer replied to riley50's topic in General Nursing

    I have never seen a doctor at my hospital get the consent signed on the floor. Before getting consent, I will ask the patient if the doctor explained the procedure - risks & benefits. If they...
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    Which Littmann?

    Jennerizer replied to karaswthrt4's topic in General Nursing

    I work in PCU and have the cardiology III. I have recently purchased the Classic II because I find the cardiology kinda heavy to have around my neck. They both are good
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    Daytona Beach Community College

    Jennerizer replied to MvbRn's topic in Florida Nursing

    I graduated from DBCC's nursing program in 2004. Get good grades in your prerequisites & keep up to date with the nursing department requires when it comes to applying. It's a great program....
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    Lots of questions about the "Maitland" area!

    Jennerizer replied to ink10300's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hiya! Maitland is a nice town. I don't know what the LVN/LPN rates are as I am a RN. I would say they are extremely less than CA. There are plenty of colleges in the area offering bridge programs....
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    Nursing resources to listen to while commuting/working out? CD's tapes?

    Jennerizer replied to Ceteris Paribus's topic in General Nursing

    Here's one that helps with preparing for the NCLEX..
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    New to Travel Nursing, questions

    Jennerizer replied to kadie226's topic in Travel

    The travel nurses & agency nurses at my hospital don't get treated any differently than staff nurses when it comes to patient assignments. There are times when I think they should be the first to...
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    Did we fluid overload her?

    Jennerizer replied to Megsd's topic in General Nursing

    She basically did it to herself by refusing dialysis all along. I find it odd that she was fine with getting treatment for her CHF, fine with accepting medications for her high blood pressure, fine...
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    So....when would you just say enough is enough and leave?????

    Jennerizer replied to mom2michael's topic in General Nursing

    From what you post, it's obvious that you want to leave now rather than later and that's totally understandable. I went through something like this a little over a year ago - working at a hospital...
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    What did nursing school do to you?

    Jennerizer replied to samaletta's topic in General Nursing

    The good thing about it....after it's done & over with, the bad/sad memories fade away only to be replaced with good memories as well as a great career. It was rough, but I am so glad I endured...
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    If you're happy w/your 1st RN job ...

    Jennerizer replied to RN007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I started in PCU/tele nearly two years ago & I'm still here. Max pt load is 5:1, but usually 4:1 although tonight I only have 3 patients & it's pretty nice. :) Sometimes we get a tech,...