Do-over ASN, RN

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    Nervous about new tele job!

    Do-over replied to kkenly's topic in Cardiac

    Sorry, its the brand of portable monitor/pacer/defibrillator we use. Had a few patients with second degree blocks come in recently - and if they don't already have a permanent pacemaker we keep an...
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    The Mockery of Nursing

    Do-over replied to Old.Timer's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When is pledge week
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    Nervous about new tele job!

    Do-over replied to kkenly's topic in Cardiac

    Congrats, by the way! I love working
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    Nervous about new tele job!

    Do-over replied to kkenly's topic in Cardiac

    Well, do glance at the ECG's now and again... They might be perfusing for now... and you might need to put the Zoll at the bedside just in
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    If you hate being a CNA will you hate being an RN too?

    Do-over replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Nursing

    Just another thought - I ran into this in many other jobs - waitressing, hotels, summer camps, the YMCA, accounting,
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    If you hate being a CNA will you hate being an RN too?

    Do-over replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Nursing

    Well, at the risk of sounding Pollyann-ish and as though I am farting rainbows and skittles... I actually enjoyed being a nurse-aide, and usually enjoy being a nurse. Both are really hard jobs. My...
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    I was accepted to WCCCD Spring 2012 RN Nursing Program. Any, How to Prepare Advice?

    Do-over replied to rbrandnew's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Just remember - thousands of us have made it through this program - you can
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    If you hate being a CNA will you hate being an RN too?

    Do-over replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Nursing

    What do you hate about being a
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    Visitor Etiquette

    Do-over replied to MegEDRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well, if I was visiting, and "hands-on" help was needed in an emergency, I would help, but I would clock in
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    Etiquette in the OR?

    Do-over replied to trauma_lama's topic in Operating Room

    I also had a troubling experience with an OR staff person (I really don't know if she was a nurse or not) when I was in nursing school. All I thought was that I would never want to have surgery at...
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    "Listening to nurses is key to being a good doctor"

    Do-over replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Dr Grumpy is one of my favorite bloggers. Also a favorite
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    Coding

    Do-over replied to RNDude100's topic in Cardiac

    I am still getting there, but I have found it much easier (so to speak) when it is not my patient... Recently was part of a code (that went really well) and was complimented by some others that...
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    What's your weird quirk?

    Do-over replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    What is with not capping the lines?? I even tape extra caps to the flush bags when I prep tham at night, but sometimes I feel like I am the only one to use
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    What's your weird quirk?

    Do-over replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, we know... Well, I know it, anyway. Its nice to have finally found my people...
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    WHY do nurses apologize for doing their jobs?

    Do-over replied to rntj's topic in General Nursing

    I do usually say something along the lines of "I am sorry to have to disturb you..." Calling late, I also need a stall tactic to allow the physicians time to wake up a little anyway...and I don't...
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    Do nurses use their wristwatch in real life nursing?

    Do-over replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    Curious about how one "eyeballs" a pulse. Sorry, couldn't resist. And, personally, I like to know, and chart, the actual
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    Do nurses use their wristwatch in real life nursing?

    Do-over replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    I've got to know - How do you all manage to count and watch the numbers increase on a digital watch? I would constantly lose count and have to start over... Probably take me half an hour to get a...
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    Locker dilemma

    Do-over replied to Morainey's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I might decide to move my stuff, but label "her" locker and apologize? For what? Actually, I probably wouldn't move my stuff. Did he or she grow up on Mars? How else could you not understand how...
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    Do nurses use their wristwatch in real life nursing?

    Do-over replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    Don't come here - the sun never
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    Do nurses use their wristwatch in real life nursing?

    Do-over replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    i had to read this three times before i got the joke grntea... didn't get enough sleep today. can i use the watch tonight? in addition to the things others have listed - i use it to note...
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    3 types of shifts

    Do-over replied to Pepper The Cat's topic in General Nursing

    Mine was a number 1 last night! And, believe me, I relished the entire 12 hour shift! Actually have my feet up and am enjoying a diet
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    Low BP and BP Medication question

    Do-over replied to Jackfackmasta's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It depends. On the patient, on his or her trends, on the intended action of the drug, home medication or new order, etc. When in doubt, you call the physician, explain your concern and ask what they...
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    Second guessing myself after watching foley catheter insertion video

    Do-over replied to Elizabeth K.'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Curious why you didn't use a urinal? (assuming from your user name that you are
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    I just suck at sticking people.

    Do-over replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I am decent at IVs - sometimes I think it depends on the night... And, sometimes I surprise myself. My own rule is two pokes, then I ask someone else to try. The times I try more is when the patient...
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    If you had to do it over again would you?

    Do-over replied to Tally4970's topic in General Nursing

    Sure I would. Its not perfect, but its a good job and I like it. I have a good manager and alot of great co-workers. Mostly, I enjoy my patients, and even though most nights I bust my behind - I...