CABG patch kid

CABG patch kid BSN, RN

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  1. Come in here if you are taking the boards this week!! Feb 11-15

    CABG patch kid replied to ava'smomRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    50 correct in a row seems like too high of an expectation and not realistic for NCLEX. It's not necessary to get that many correct in a row to do good, so don't beat yourself up over that! Just keep...

  2. Hep Lock Confusion

    CABG patch kid replied to DEVON3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Like the above poster said, your hospital should have a policy in place that determines not only what kind of solution is used, but also how often. I think the standard is Q8 or Q12 hours in most...

  3. Why so hard to find a job?

    CABG patch kid replied to Katchik99's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What areas are you applying to? Some units have an extremely low turnover, you might have a better chance going into med-surg or another higher turnover unit to get your foot in the door, then...

  4. Advice, plese...

    CABG patch kid replied to coffeeRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sounds like a tough situation and I don't personally have the insight to help you on this one, but I hope you find a place where you're happy, either where you are at or somewhere else. Good luck and...

  5. Riddle me this

    CABG patch kid replied to cmonkey's topic in General Nursing

    Nurseby07, if that doesn't answer the CNA student's question, I dont' know what

  6. "The Turn"

    CABG patch kid replied to leesespieces's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I am interested in why the left side would be the deal breaker. Hmm, left side for enemas, dumping syndrome and increasing placental perfusion, now left side speeds death? Interesting

  7. feeding

    CABG patch kid replied to misslo's topic in General Nursing

    Its tough Usually when a person closes their eyes and purses their mouth, I take that as a signal to stop, but I usually try one last bite. Not having a conversation is okay; in fact, if the person...

  8. NST Student Nurse Externs

    CABG patch kid replied to 911RMRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think every hospital is different, as I had many classmates in extern programs, and all of our experiences were slightly varied. Personally, I worked most of my shifts in a CNA-type position due to...

  9. Starting IVs for first time ever in nursing school

    CABG patch kid replied to may8755's topic in General Students

    I used to have the same exact problem, until a nurse observing me straight up told me "Your angle is wrong". Picture going into the skin at a 30 degree angle versus a 10 degree angle. Even though...

  10. Last semester and terrified

    CABG patch kid replied to NooNieNursie's topic in General Students

    I've read a few different places on these forums that a healthy dose of fear is good to keep us on our toes, and that comfort can lead to sloppy care. I just graduated in December and was actually a...

  11. February NCLEX takers.....

    CABG patch kid replied to Lisa CCU RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I go tomorrow and I'm so ready to get it OVER WITH!!!! I just hope I get my results soon after taking

  12. Anyone start their new job yet??

    CABG patch kid replied to Achoo!'s topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm reading all the posts here and getting more and more excited to start my new job!! NCLEX tomorrow and new job in 10 days :)

  13. About How long does it take for the CALIFORNIA BRN to show results ?

    CABG patch kid replied to MaleNursesRock's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree with Lochness..... I know 2 people who took the test and didn't get results for 2-3 weeks because the BRN didn't have the transcripts. One of them had to drive to Sacremento to hand deliver...

  14. Your getting payed to to be here...

    CABG patch kid replied to jessiern's topic in General Nursing

    Even worse, one time we had an end-of-life patient who was refusing to eat. That's his choice and we can't force it, no worries. Well the family said we were being negligent because the aides...

  15. Did I do the wrong thing?

    CABG patch kid replied to glycerine418's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, it seems like you were unprepared because the agency didn't brief you enough on what to expect. I think they should have gone into more details about what your job duties include, and...

  16. Ever had a older nurse treat you as a lowly new grad?

    CABG patch kid replied to <3Nursing07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As hard as it may be, I would advise you to stick to the facts with people like this. Do you guys assign techs to room numbers or RNs? Either way, if she is asking you to do a "tech" job for one of...

  17. Just a Whine :)

    CABG patch kid replied to MelBel's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had one night that really sticks out in my head. One word: LACTULOSE. Enough

  18. Will my feet/legs always feel this way?

    CABG patch kid replied to cherokeesummer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I love my Danskos! Yes they were expensive, but worth every penny. I would rather invest the money in a good pair of shoes now than at the doctor (and time off of work) later. Good luck on your...

  19. Cliques on your unit/co-workers

    CABG patch kid replied to Leahr's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had a similar experience at my old job as a student nurse tech. When I first started, I was a bit intimidated by the clique and felt "left out" of the conversations spoke in Tagalog. But after...

  20. New Grad - Big Decision!

    CABG patch kid replied to KrisssyKrisRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If you really wanted telemetry to begin with, go for it. Who cares if its nights? Yes, your social life may suffer a bit, but in the grand scheme of things, what is some time on nights if it gains...

  21. Your getting payed to to be here...

    CABG patch kid replied to jessiern's topic in General Nursing

    Wow I can't believe that someone had the audacity to say that to you. Just goes to show how little the public knows about what nurses really do, I think some people think we just float around all day...

  22. Question Adult Day Care RN Salary & Duties

    CABG patch kid replied to ame31's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe you can do a salary search on salary.com to see what the typical salary is in that setting. Good luck

  23. AHA....lay people don't check for a pulse?

    CABG patch kid replied to catlynLPN's topic in General Nursing

    One of the biggest goals now is to minimize interuptions when doing chest compressions (I just did my recert. last week). I think that's why we aren't doing pulse re-checks and lay people aren't...

  24. Central Line ocluded or sluggish?

    CABG patch kid replied to amynahmed's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    What do you folks think about a possible erosion of the vein? I am a new nurse and scared about doing anything that will cause further harm to the patient (of course who isn't?) and I remember...

  25. Legal implications?

    CABG patch kid replied to lucinda1518's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I don't know if it's appropriate, but I would go ahead and tell them WHY you are leaving, i.e. it is way too unsafe for any nurse in her right mind to work there and that you are surprised they...