RheatherN ASN, RN, EMT-P

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    Maybe it was a big mistake to be a nurse :(

    RheatherN replied to NewYorkGirl's topic in General Nursing

    i am very sorry you are having a crappy time in your life right now. try and make the best and get thru it. i have totally heard that you need the 2 yrs of med-surg, but i have seen sooooo many ppl...
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    RN delegation of tasks

    RheatherN replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    our policy- LPN cannot do IV stuff, and i believe in general for NCLEX, they cannot do IV stuff. they can montior a running IV and document, as long as its reg ivf. shots yes; taking orders no,...
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    Good nursing Supervisors

    RheatherN replied to emsboss's topic in General Nursing

    just like a parent...DONT NAG. we will come to when needed. but it is awesome to get asked if things are all good every once and while. gl!
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    Returning for my RN advice

    RheatherN replied to stykerforce's topic in General Nursing

    you can work as a tech/cna or something and see if that employer will help you pay for school! they usually do as long as you commit to that facility for a certain time period (around here 1 yr). if...
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    do you like nurse managers you work with?

    RheatherN replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    i feel kinda like the odd duck out. my NM is awseome! i work on an ortho floor in WI, and she is great. works with us and everything. the only thing i could even say is that she is tooo lassie fair...
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    What exactly is "clinical experience"?

    RheatherN replied to LogCabinMom's topic in General Nursing

    i think that LTC as well as acute counts, but only having ltc care and teaching those who will be doing not JUST ltc, really isnt fair to the student. if you plan on teaching, why dont you just call...
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    How do you deal with gossipy co-workers?

    RheatherN replied to Tolos's topic in General Nursing

    i would for sure say something. you have to nip things in the bud. tell them if they have a problem, you would appericated it if they would come to you first. not a big deal, but i understand the...
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    Patient Care Tech's Duties in a hospital ?

    RheatherN replied to KdnRN2B's topic in General Nursing

    you will have to check with the unit/floor or whatever you call it where you are, you have to ask them what would be requirements. where i am, you are going to have to pick something and do it. most...
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    employment after back surgery

    RheatherN replied to riverbirch1970's topic in General Nursing

    if this is something you want, you can DEFINITLY do it! you can do anything if you put your mind to it. you may have to do some modifications and minor changes compared to what you would have maybe...
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    ISO IV wall chart

    RheatherN replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in General Nursing

    i agree w/ other post"er". ask a drug rep. i know a flooor iwas on in school had one from a rep, but the one we have is hand made by a few of other nurses adn we have hand added on. if not, see if...
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    I Need A Tubex!!!

    RheatherN replied to jlmb214rn's topic in General Nursing

    if i wouldnt get in trouble for stealing hosp prop i would send you one!!! i love mine and guard it with my life also!! lol.. i hate carpuject- we had those @ a clinic i worked at as an MA, Horrid! i...
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    How many hours should i be studying a day?

    RheatherN replied to NursingStudent-Tati's topic in General Nursing

    I think its funny when ppl ask that. i used to ask the same thing. everyone is so different- no one can tell you that. some things come easier or harder to some ppl, you never know. you can follow the...
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    "Flex" Competition Ideas

    RheatherN replied to kaiteeb61's topic in Emergency

    whoever can get out of soft restraints the fastest whever can hook themselves up to the cardiac monitor, b/p cuff and pulse ox the fastest with no help. Best 2..made me totally LOL
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    Vent....

    RheatherN replied to RheatherN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    well it did slow down. now i hope i dont come in in 2 days time and realize or get yelled at that i missed or did something wrong. lol.. i checked and double checked. tx!
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    What are CNA's allowed to know? (HIPAA question)

    RheatherN replied to Donnagg123's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    first of all, i dont see this as a CNA problem. looks like hippa all over the place. reading family and friends charts? THATS the prob. report.
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    quit first RN job after 3 months?

    RheatherN replied to Cinnamongirl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    i was always told, you need to do for you. and i have. not in nursing- but with another huge thing in my life. you need to enjoy life, enjoying nursing. we dont go into this to kill ourselves. i went...
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    New Grad in Med Surg unit. Needs Advice!

    RheatherN replied to tinnaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    i was told 6-8 wks orientation. but by the time i got in for boards, it was a bit longer. i agree with the other poster, if you dont feel comforatable- ask for longer orient. but remember, even when...
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    Let's introduce ourselves...

    RheatherN replied to pedi-RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    hello!! i passed boards i found out sunday, took them friday. and yes, the wait is the LONGEST DANG 48 hrs ever! i had a job offer in 3rd semester of school and have been working on that floor since...
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    Use of IV push antihypertensives on the med surg unit

    RheatherN replied to will robinson's topic in General Nursing

    we have a few that we push on my floor, meto/labe and one other that i cant think of cuz i have never done it. we have a policy that the pt has to be on tele. i know there are acceptions to the rule...
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    does it get easier? Or am I just crappy at this?

    RheatherN replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Nursing

    i just want to say this: Take a deep breath and relax!!! i know its easier said than done, but i understand. i have been there. we have all been there no matter what anyone says! some days bite, some...
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    how long to wait for job

    RheatherN replied to frez's topic in General Nursing

    i was always raised that if you call, you are showing intest. that is supposed to be a good thing! always worked for me, but everyone and everyplace is different gl!
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    Nclex-rn

    RheatherN posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know everyone and everyone posts about NCLEX-rn. but i had to add my own. i took it today and go 75 q's. i know most ppl pass @ 75. but is it possible most of the time that ppl will fail at 75? i...
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    Community College Pass Rate

    RheatherN replied to wlb06's topic in General Nursing

    is this community college even accedited? sounds fishy with that low pass rate.... i wouldnt go there. you can help yourself only so much with what you have avaliable to you.
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    What did you tell your Employee Health Nurse?

    RheatherN replied to justpoorfect's topic in General Nursing

    i agree that it irks me too. i have some military injuries, and they cant really aske me abou them, but it bothers me they still need to know about your period and stuff. i get the point i guess, but...
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    Why it is better to be a Nurse than a Physician.

    RheatherN replied to BaRNs's topic in General Nursing

    i love what i do. i am a ppl person, i am not the person that wants to take care of the pt-not the dx w/out what the pt is. know what i mean vern? -H- just my opinion....you