TX RN

TX RN

ICU, CV-Thoracic Sx, Internal Medicine

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  1. GPA question

    TX RN replied to lvICU's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Most schools weigh the school of nursing gpa seperately vs the overall. My advice to you is: apply to several programs. Best of luck to

  2. Slightly experienced NP having trouble finding job as an NP in the Bay Area, CA

    TX RN replied to DucatiNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have 3. 1. '99 Monster 750, lots of custom bits, I don't ride it. It was my wife's but she never rode it. 2. '04 Monster S4R, loads of fun on the street. This is my main street bike but in the last...

  3. Slightly experienced NP having trouble finding job as an NP in the Bay Area, CA

    TX RN replied to DucatiNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Ha! That's funny. My new employer has asked me not to get myself hurt! Actually thinking of hanging it up. Good luck with the job

  4. Slightly experienced NP having trouble finding job as an NP in the Bay Area, CA

    TX RN replied to DucatiNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The salares you have quoted seem low. I was under the impression that NP jobs paid much higher in CA. Have you tried usajobs.gov ? Government jobs based in bases and VA hospitals. Most job postings...

  5. Bubbling chest tubes while on suction

    TX RN replied to 234meme's topic in Critical Care

    Just to clarify can you indicate where the bubbling was occuring? There are 3 chambers on collection sets: 1. Collection chamber (drain) 2. Water seal 3. Water suction chamber with the 20cm of water...

  6. First Assist Program at Angelo Stae

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks for the input. I just landed a job working with a Cardio Thoracic group and I will be following patients as the Acute Care Nurse Pracititioner for that group. The lead surgeon has asked me to...

  7. A Few Choice Words......

    TX RN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I just completed my MSN ACNP program. Oh yeah, and I had my choice of 3 positions, one of which I have selected and will start in soon. Thank you allnurses.com, especially to everyone that drops...

  8. A Few Choice Words......

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Option

  9. Waiting for NP job, working as RN

    TX RN replied to ChapterTwo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You're correct in that the consensus is to be cautious in choosing to work as a bedside RN once you have attained your advanced practice degree. > here's my thoughts: However, my initial thoughts...

  10. A Few Choice Words......

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My pleasure trauma. Just reading the range of experiences from others regarding certification issues, practice case scenarios, and employment negotiation discussions were all very useful. These...

  11. A Few Choice Words......

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I was offered the following positions: 1. Hospital unit based NP - medicine floor working 12 hour shifts 2. Cardiology hospital based practice - Mon-Fri, some weekends, some call 3. Thoracic surgery,...

  12. Code blue nurse's/ rapid response team

    TX RN replied to p123's topic in Critical Care

    That's exactly what I thought at first. Maybe it's part of the RRT. Staff at our hospital are encouraged to call for ANYTHING they can't put their finger on (problem

  13. How to deal with slack students

    TX RN replied to SummerTimeCCRN's topic in Critical Care

    I feel it's totally up to the student to take advantage of their time in clinicals. I always ask my student to list 3 goals for me at the very start of their shift. If they can't list them I ask what...

  14. Code blue nurse's/ rapid response team

    TX RN replied to p123's topic in Critical Care

    Start with pt history. 1. demographics 2. history 3. what specific surgery? Was it open or lap? Next run through current patient condition 1. Vitals, Objective info, i.e. grimacing, abd guarding, GCS...

  15. Do most NPs start working after licensure?

    TX RN replied to msmith's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You can practice as an APRN in Texas as a new graduate. A request for interim approval must be submitted to the board before practicing though. The interim approval is granted so long as all required...

  16. Don't Hate Me, All....

    TX RN replied to TakeBack's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I love the rhetoric on here. What are people ? Where's my popcorn smiley? At least it makes for good

  17. RN-MSN vs. RN-BSN-MSN???

    TX RN replied to NayNaeRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You might as well do the BSN first then look for BSN -

  18. NP's with second jobs

    TX RN replied to Nacki's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My , so take it with a grain of salt. How does it circumvent the BON you ask? It actually doesn't. I think the complaint must first be filed with the BON, the board investigates and if their...

  19. Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Houston, Charlotte ICU RNs

    TX RN replied to jtrauma's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Houston is what you're looking for in Level 1 trauma. Ben Taub (Harris County Hospital District) Hospital is the county hospital. Memorial Hermann Hospital is a non-profit Level 1 trauma right next...

  20. Friend MD Made Me a 50/50 Offer

    TX RN replied to sonnyluv's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Some individuals place a higher value on professional development and education than they do on money. Don't get me wrong, I would love to finish up and land a great paying job. I'm finishing up an...

  21. NP salaries vs RNs

    TX RN replied to adpiRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes it's about the autonomy for most, at least I imagine that was the initial attraction. I'm beginning to realize how different the roles are. The money will be there if you look for it, as in more...

  22. New to Texas

    TX RN replied to MsShanRN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Howdy!

  23. Hospitals in Austin/Dallas/Houston

    TX RN replied to jollydogg_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Houston: 1. The Methodist Hospital (med center) 2. St Lukes Episcopal Hospital (med center) 3. Texas Childrens Hospital 4. MD Anderson Hospital 5. Memorial Hermann Hospital (med center) 6. Ben Taub...

  24. Pocket PC, Palm, Blackberry, (which to purchase?)

    TX RN replied to ccuRNinTN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I use the iPhone for my clinicals. Works great and battery life hasn't been an issue. As a student, I'm constantly looking things up, I can't imagine using it more than I already do. With that said, I...

  25. Best Rec NP Route...

    TX RN replied to dc_frank's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hey Trauma, I'm completing an ACNP program this year and have been under the impression that FNP is the way to go for ER work. I was initially interested in securing an ER position after graduation...