Nacki MSN, NP

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    I Contracted HIV

    Nacki replied to sarahwv's topic in General Nursing

    Sarah...I hate to hear this kind of news. Especially with you just starting out. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. And I agree you should get a 2nd and even 3rd opinion before all is said and...
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    Wondering why you can't get hired or promoted? Resume + Interview hints!

    Nacki replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm in the process of updating my resume and have experience as a CNA, LPN and RN. I have my LPN and RN experience on the resume, but should I put my CNA experience down too? My resume is getting...
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    Wondering why you can't get hired or promoted: Resume + Interview hints!

    Nacki replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm in the process of updating my resume and have experience as a CNA, LPN and RN. I have my LPN and RN experience on the resume, but should I put my CNA experience down too? My resume is getting...
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    Not happy with my neuro unit...

    Nacki posted a topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Ahhh, where do I start? I've worked Neuro Icu for nearly 2 yrs. The unit I'm on now is too specialized for me. Our patients are rarely vented. You may get a pressor once every few weeks. I think I'm...
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    Not happy with my neuro unit...

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Hey Gonightingale! Are you applying on a Neuro ICU unit or the floor, cause they are completly different. I've did both and the floor was way more stressful for me. I would start out asking about the...
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    Houston area applicants...

    Nacki posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Could someone please tell me where you took Organic Chem? And... Does anyone have any suggestions on where to take an Online Pathophys class? I would really like to take these two classes, but am...
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    Houston area applicants...

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thank you Cathys01. How was your class at North Harris? Did you find it extremly difficult? I'm worried about Organic
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    Neuro ICU - Withdrawl of life support...is this so wrong?

    Nacki posted a topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    I am a traveler and had my first withdrawl of life support at this facility. Well I recieved the order to Extubate, turn off Dopamine, give 5mg Morphine IVP and to leave Diprovan on for comfort. My...
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    Any Baylor applicants out there????

    Nacki replied to OneTraumaRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I worked there as a traveler for a 13wk assignment. They are the Level 1 trauma center here and yes Baylor does like 9 mths clinical at Ben Taub. It's a good learning experience. I would say you...
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    Any Baylor applicants out there????

    Nacki replied to OneTraumaRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm not there yet, but Baylor is the school I plan on applying to in 2010. I called and spoke with someone on staff there and asked the class average on the stats...you are within range. They said the...
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    Dumbest Pt Family Statement or Question

    Nacki replied to Gabe's GirlLVN's topic in General Nursing

    No lie...2 weeks ago I was in a pt's room charting when a family member (mid 20's or so) asks me "What are you?"...I say I'm a nurse. Then he's like, "You can't be a doctor because you're a woman,...
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    Tired of searching for CRNA Interview Questions??

    Nacki replied to crna2blg's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    What about the all important question of...How do you plan on supporting yourself while in school since you won't be able to work? I've heard that's been asked frequently during
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    Wearing Cologne to work Yes Or No

    Nacki replied to KarmaWiseRaven's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think the OP is doing it to be "hot", I think its just an after effect from wearing it. The OP seems to be hitting on two different issues from wearing colonge..1.) The effect on female...
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    Wearing Cologne to work Yes Or No

    Nacki replied to KarmaWiseRaven's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry people, I have to disagree with all of you. I think the OP has women responding to him because they are flirting and like the scent. I especially like the scent of a man with nice cologne....
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    Anyone participate in a Clinical ladder program?

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in General Nursing

    Ok. I found out more info. Our program is called Professional Development Model. It has 4 levels: I: Entry level Rn's $1,400 p/yr, II: $2,400p/yr, III:$4,500p/yr and IV:$6,600p/yr. The application...
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    Anyone participate in a Clinical ladder program?

    Nacki posted a topic in General Nursing

    ...if so how did/do you like it? Do you find you have time to meet all the requirements? I'm thinking about participating in the one at my hospital. The annual bonus is $500 per month/$6000
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    Anyone participate in a Clinical ladder program?

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in General Nursing

    I've only been with the hospital since April...got really interested when a nurse on my unit told me how much it was. I'm going to talk to the ANM tomorrow about exact specifications and will post...
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    Forced to be charge without the pay???

    Nacki posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm fairly new on the unit I currently work. On the unit I work I was told all nurses rotate being charge at some point and time. The nurse is oriented to charge after 1 year on that unit. I asked one...
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    Unit dues

    Nacki posted a topic in General Nursing

    So, I'm new to my unit. Been there about 6mths. The staff collects $26/yr from nurses and $13/yr from CNAs for unit functions involving money such as baby showers, flowers for a death, and for the...
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    Unit dues

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in General Nursing

    Pudnluv, I don't expect anything from the people I work with they are my co-workers. I am not there to make friends, it seems as if I just don't "fit" with the unit as it is. There are many...
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    Unit dues

    Nacki replied to Nacki's topic in General Nursing

    Yes it sounds like a good idea on paper, but I've never been anywhere where it was such a big deal to give out $$$ like your tithing for church or something. The organizer goes around with a notebook...
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    Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    Nacki replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Hey DeeDawntee, Its been a long time...I finally sent off my $$$ to test and have to take it by 1/28/09. I plan on scheduling it mid-December cause the beginning of the year will be too hectic. I am...
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    What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    Nacki replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    I love these stories! I've been glued to my computer for 2 days reading the threads...I'm subscribing to keep
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    Men intimidated by RN salary?

    Nacki replied to ment2be's topic in General Nursing

    I've heard that, and actually had it happen to me in a previous relationship. Poor
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    Sooooo done with the verbal abuse!

    Nacki replied to miko014's topic in General Nursing

    Miko014, Your story is the exact reason I am transferring to a closed unit. I work in an ICU with open visitation and it is sooo stressful. I have been complained on, yelled at and humiliated by...