Penguin67

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  1. Question about rocephin

    Penguin67 replied to PedsAtHeart's topic in General Nursing

    Currently, I give it to victims of rape for STD prophy in the ED and the standing orders are to mix Rocephin with lidocaine. On the peds floor, we give Rocephin IM to infants, and it comes premixed in...

  2. Dealing with Rude Nursing Instuctor

    Penguin67 replied to summersent's topic in General Nursing

    I work as a nursing faculty, but do prn work as well. The first time I was floated off my floor (ie unit of comfort!), I ended up in a unit where the charge nurse was a former student. I was a bit...

  3. Would 8 hour shifts help alleviate burnout?

    Penguin67 replied to OgopogoLPN's topic in General Nursing

    When I got out of school, I worked a great program called "7on-7off". I worked from 2:30-11:30 Monday-Sunday. then had 7 days off. You always knew your schedule and always knew what holidays you were...

  4. AZBON newsletter- medical office employees calling themselves "nurses" busted.

    Penguin67 replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Check your state's nurse practice act. In Georgia, the only "protected" title is that of "registered nurse". Unfortunately, in Georgia, people without formal training can refer to themselves as...

  5. PRN Nurse and High school teacher? Insane?

    Penguin67 replied to niubiochem's topic in General Nursing

    I grew up wanting to be a teacher, and volunteered at a local hospital for four years during high school and decided to be a nurse. I specialized in pediatric nursing, allowing me to work with...

  6. about NCLEX pass rates...

    Penguin67 replied to 09nurse's topic in General Nursing

    In my state, if a school goes below 80% for two quarters in a row, then the school must demonstrate to the Board of Nursing what steps are being taken to ensure NCLEX success. It happened to my...

  7. Tips on a unpaid position in education?

    Penguin67 replied to locolorenzo22's topic in General Nursing

    Our program has a grant that funds peer tutors. They are paid $15 an hour. I would strongly urge you not to work for free, as you have a marketable skill and nursing experience on top of that which...

  8. PIV rotation for pedi pts?

    Penguin67 replied to gospursgo07's topic in General Nursing

    It is not at all uncommon in peds to keep a good IV and not rotate it unless there are problems. Inknow in adult, there are rotate policies. But research has shown that rotating a site in peds doesn't...

  9. Shoes Blues.....

    Penguin67 replied to rideslikethewind's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    When I was younger, I wore any kind of running shoe. They had a good sole for alow of walking and some running, as well as good supports. They also breathed, so feet did not hold on to any odor. As I...

  10. Doctor title, Nurse title

    Penguin67 replied to pegbord's topic in General Nursing

    Try having both titles! I am a nurse who has earned a doctorate in nursing so I can teach, but I do casual work at a local hospital. They put all of the degrees on your nametag, which is fine. I...

  11. Should I contact them?

    Penguin67 replied to ton343's topic in General Nursing

    Speaking as an educator, I can tell you that we have tons of applications to weed through and process and consider, so that takes time. We usually have between 150 and 200 applications for 60 seats....

  12. Casual status and on-call requirements

    Penguin67 replied to rn4babies63's topic in General Nursing

    I work casual and am not required to be on call. The benefits of being casual are that you can work as much or as little as you want, but the institution doesn't give you benefits, such as insurance,...

  13. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have a nurse friend who had surgery several weeks ago, and the wound is still weeping alot and hasn't healed, despite abx. The wound was cultured, and found to be MRSA positive. This nurse is in an...

  14. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for all of your thoughtful responses. I have really grappled with this issue, especially since it involves a friend that I've known for a long time. I appreciate the responses that everyone...

  15. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    That is what I thought a few years ago. But there is a strain of the virus called community acquired MRSA (CA-MRSA). It is discussed on

  16. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    I'm absolutely sure of my facts, as my friend has been quite open with me about this situation. Frankly what scares me is her nonchalent attitude about it. I know she is scared about a wound that...

  17. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. This is what I have a big issue with. Aren't L/D units supposed to be

  18. Ethical Issue: Nurse with MRSA

    Penguin67 replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    The dressing is not occlusive, and leaks.She noticed after a c-section that the dressing was saturated, as well as part of the scrubs. Not sure about the sick time, as she's been at the job for less...

  19. Hurricane coming: evacuate or stay and work?

    Penguin67 replied to FroggyMama's topic in General Nursing

    One other poster mentioned this, just thought I'd reiterate what is done in Savannah. You are assigned to one of three teams. A stays while B goes home, packs secures home and returns to staff and...

  20. Employee Incentives

    Penguin67 replied to michael79's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a fan of little gifts to show appreciation. I'd rather have the gift money designated toward a raise, as that is more permanent and nothing show appreciation more than money (ok, other than...

  21. When in your career did you begin to precept/orient new RN's

    Penguin67 replied to Fairlythere's topic in General Nursing

    You should be off orientation before precepting a new employee. And you should be very comfortable in your positoin before orienting, or else what will you be teaching someone? FYI-no one but you is...

  22. Nurses who have worked as customer service reps?

    Penguin67 replied to Selene006's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like a very nice opportunity! Congrats! As for the position, if a nursing degree is not required, it probably won't help you find a nursing job in the future. What recruiters are looking for...

  23. WHY do we need more nurses

    Penguin67 replied to getinfall's topic in General Nursing

    The nursing shortage is a complex , dynamic and ever changing thing. When I graduated in 1989, we could pretty much get the job that we wanted wherever we wanted. Now, jobs are a bit harder to find...

  24. Was Anyone Pregnant During Nursing School??

    Penguin67 replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    First, I am excited for you as you plan your family! It is an exciting time! That said, I must give the nursing education perspective. Nursing school is not only mentally demanding, but also...

  25. Scary baby near-code

    Penguin67 replied to Erin 321's topic in General Nursing

    I am going to take a slightly different view on this situation. I agree that the NICU nurse was completely out of line. That unit had someone who was skilled enough to assist in that situation and...