RNPATL DNP, RN

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    How does your unit handle new graduates?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I actually think that the majority of experienced nurses are thrilled to have the help. There are those stick in the mud experienced nurses that could care less if the newbie's lived or died .... but...
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    American Academy of Med-Surg Nurses

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Thank you so much for your reply. How long did you take to study for the test and was there any one area that you wished you had studied a little more? I am anxious about testing, but have a lot of...
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    Advice and opinions for a new RN...

    RNPATL replied to KLWCurlyQ's topic in Medical-Surgical

    You are welcome and good luck with your first job as a RN. It can be terribly exciting and also wreck your nerves. Just remember that in the beginning it is very overwhelming, but this feeling...
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    The BIG word - RETENTION!!!!!

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Nurse Management

    Excellent points and I do agree. As nurses feel involved and are able to voice their opinions about the environment in which they work, it leads to a better level of satisfaction. The best part of...
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    Advice and opinions for a new RN...

    RNPATL replied to KLWCurlyQ's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Being a new grad, it is imperative that you have the ability to follow someone that will carry out nursing procedures according to your hospitals policies. If the nurse you are working with is not...
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    The BIG word - RETENTION!!!!!

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Nurse Management

    If you are ever in Western North Carolina - be sure to look me up for that job! :) I agree with you. A simple thanks or some other form of appreciation goes a long
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    Friend w/ severe chest pains?

    RNPATL replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

    My initial and standard answer would be that your friend needs to see another doctor. A healthy 25 year old with chest pain is nothing to sneeze at. My ex-wife had severe chest pain when she was 26...
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    Florida-pays for nursing school?

    RNPATL replied to hittme123's topic in Florida Nursing

    Another suggestion would be to check with http://www.myflorida.com and see if there are any State related programs. Many of the local hospitals across the State are offering programs where they will...
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    New to site, had interview at VA yesterday...

    RNPATL replied to IDlvrM's topic in Government, Military

    Actually, the boarding process can take a long time, depending on how long it takes for your information to get to the committee and when they meet to confirm your qualifications. Boarding is a...
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    Ft. Myers Nursing?

    RNPATL replied to Kayzee's topic in Florida Nursing

    In the nursing homes, it can be difficult due to the State Regulators. They are very tough in this area of Florida .... been known to ride rough house on the nursing homes for little things. In...
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    Career decision????

    RNPATL replied to Rn2b204's topic in Government, Military

    Finish the degree and then re-enlist. I don't know if your previous service will be counted when you re-enlist, but once you have the degree, you would be in a better bargining position. Good
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    New grads - med surg a rite of passage?

    RNPATL replied to dollama's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Med-Surg can be and probably is, one of the hardest areas to work these days. However, with that said, it can also be a very rewarding place to be. On a typical M/S floor, a nurse will see almost...
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    ? FL RN License null and void...

    RNPATL replied to CBRN's topic in General Nursing

    Whether or not you can get your NC license without having to take the board aside, I think it is a great idea to take a refresher course, especially if you are looking to get back into nursing after...
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    questions about Lipitor based on new parameter

    RNPATL replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Many people try hard to eat right, exercise and do something healthy, however, sometimes it does not matter what you do, you are a product of your genes. Yes, there are modifable risk factors that we...
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    How does your unit handle new graduates?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Thank you for your post on this topic. I agree, not all new nurses feel this way and in fact, I think most new nurses are happy to work with the experienced nurses and learn as much as they can....
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    questions about Lipitor based on new parameter

    RNPATL replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    I was 36 years old when I had my first cardiac event .... and 38 when I had my second one. My cholesterol and tri's were very high and I was advised to start a statin regime to reduce my cholesterol...
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    Pensacola pay rates

    RNPATL replied to missrhonda's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am sorry that you have not received a response yet, but sometimes it takes a little while for nurses from his part of the State to respond. I thought I would reply so that it would kick this thread...
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    The BIG word - RETENTION!!!!!

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Nurse Management

    I hope nurse managers are reading this thread. Some of the contributions are truly wonderful. I agree with treating professionals as professionals and also agree with not sweating the small stuff. I...
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    The BIG word - RETENTION!!!!!

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Nurse Management

    thank you again for sharing your experiences with us. it is so helpful to know that there are places that do indeed nurture nurses and make a work environment a place that people want to come to day...
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    How does your unit handle new graduates?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I agree that the new and younger nurses have a great new perspective. And, this newer perspective is wonderful for the team and ultimately benefits the patients. But, the same holds true for nurses...
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    Keeping the Suncoast in our thoughts and prayers

    RNPATL replied to hospicenurse's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes - I agree .... just spoke with several of my family members that live in Sarasota and North Port ... they are preparing for the storm. Please take care
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    Stories from when you where in nursing school

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Oh no ... that poor patient pooping all the way home .... I almost spit out my drink as I was reading this one ... cute. Thanks for sharing
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    PBDS casualty

    RNPATL replied to ring4tx's topic in General Nursing

    I am with you ... what is
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    UNC-Chapel Hill BSN program???

    RNPATL replied to StephNurse2B's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I don't know anything about the program, but welcome to North Carolina ... WONDERFUL State to live
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    HCC vs. SPC vs. USF - advice needed

    RNPATL replied to ZootRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I started my undergraduate studies at USF - Sarasota. Unfortuately, the program was distance learning for me as the main USF campus is located in Tampa. I found the USF program to be out of date and...