xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    New Grad and Patient's Who Hit Close to Home

    xoemmylouox replied to canadianjess's topic in General Nursing

    Your life experiences are useful. You can understand their fears, frustrations, and hope. You will have those days, we all
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    Waking up in the OR

    xoemmylouox replied to Kidrn911's topic in General Nursing

    I broke my arm when I was 5. I can remember waking up during surgery when they were placing pins. At this point I don't remember much detail at this point just bright lights and being in an...
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    Cursed at a patient-fired

    xoemmylouox replied to sle9403RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I can admit I swear... a lot. However I NEVER swear in front of or towards patients. I have wanted to with every in of my being, believe me, but you can't. It isn't professional and it'll get you...
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    Fun Quick Moonlighting Survey

    xoemmylouox replied to dasher's topic in General Nursing

    Hoping to start back up on the weekends.. It's actually tough to find a decent place if you only want weekends.. It's
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    Random question: Would you wear a $300 watch to work

    xoemmylouox replied to TXRN44's topic in General Nursing

    My $20.00 watch works well for me. I hate watches and bracelets.. Just drives me nuts having something around my wrist.. To each their
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    should I have noticed something?

    xoemmylouox replied to mvm2's topic in General Nursing

    It's hard when you are only there for a short period of time. It is also easy to look back and say oh I should have noticed this or that. Continue to watch your patients for any change, even subtle...
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    How do Clinic Nurses get their jobs?

    xoemmylouox replied to SunnyMindRN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Many clinics do not hire RN's unless it is in a management role or in a specialty like Cardiology. Don't let this stop you though. You'll need to apply, apply, apply. Also consider walk in
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    Failed nclex 3 times. What do I tell the managers at work??

    xoemmylouox replied to sunnyskies2's topic in General Nursing

    You cannot work as a nurse without a license so what jobs are you applying
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    RN job to administer flu shots

    xoemmylouox replied to Olga30's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see them paying you more than $25-$30/hr. Some do not pay mileage. Ensure you know exactly what type of employee you are. Are they going to take the taxes out? Do you have a minimum you have...
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    Elder Abuse/ Neglect

    xoemmylouox replied to juliepag's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't see how this has anything to do with elder abuse/ neglect... It sounds like many LTC facilities. None if them that I worked for has housekeeping on the weekends or 2nd/3rd
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    Does anyone else get really nervous before a shift?

    xoemmylouox replied to j_tay1981's topic in General Nursing

    I had horrible anxiety when I was new at nursing. I still get nervous when I start a new job or I know it's going to be a horrible day. The main thing is to learn how to cope with the stress once...
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    Safe beds for patients

    xoemmylouox replied to Morainey's topic in General Nursing

    They are used for all age populations, but
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    The impending doom.......

    xoemmylouox replied to mindlor's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I hate those days... Hope it went better than you
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    prn sedation for children?

    xoemmylouox replied to brownbook's topic in General Nursing

    Poor kid. I would definitely talk to his PCP or behavioral specialist about these changes in behavior. Perhaps there is something new in life or in the neighborhood that sets him off? Typically when...
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    Performance Review Gone Wrong!

    xoemmylouox replied to dorselm's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see why your next employer would see your reviews. Also you will find that in any review you get they put some BS complaint in there. It's almost as if they have to. I also take into account...
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    Safe beds for patients

    xoemmylouox replied to Morainey's topic in General Nursing

    Looks sorta like a Posey bed. Used one once for a patient who had a degenerative neurological disease. Kept them and us safe, but was a pain to
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    Being the "only RN" in the building.

    xoemmylouox replied to Spikey9001's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In most states an LPN can supervise, but cannot manage/evaluate an RN's clinical skills. Many facilities only have 1 RN in the building and sometimes that is only the DON or
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    Pregnant! When to tell supervisor?

    xoemmylouox replied to trauma_lama's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with CP 100%! Congrats and enjoy this time. The first few months seem to drag on, but I'm in my 9th month and wonder where the last 3
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    Red/Black/Grey Maternity Scrub Top

    xoemmylouox replied to corbinRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Well I refused to go out and buy a ton of new scrub tops during my current pregnancy so I wear a solid color tshirt under a scrub jacket. Much easier and cheaper this
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    LVN then work as CNA or caregiver?

    xoemmylouox replied to westcoastguy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You should contact your States Board of Nursing to make sure you can. In some states this is illegal. Also you have some issues with your grammar so ensure someone else reviews your resume and cover...
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    Most Challenging Aspect in Your Nursing Career?

    xoemmylouox replied to rednotebook's topic in General Nursing

    Lol.. I don't think I can pick just one.. Worthless management, lazy staff, and ridiculous families are my top
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    Nursing will decrease my life expectancy... how do you keep going?

    xoemmylouox replied to LaceyRN12's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I try to leave the stress at work. I'll get a little vent in and then I move on.. Some of my closest friends are my coworkers so we all vent to each other and understand. I suggest exercise to help...
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    First or last name on stethoscope?

    xoemmylouox replied to rse3's topic in General Nursing

    I'd go with your last name, especially if it is not a common one, such as one that is
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    Has anyone grown to love nursing

    xoemmylouox replied to elyse2012's topic in General Nursing

    I love certain expects, but with all careers it has its setbacks. I'd make sure to job shadow first for anyone who isn't sure. Life is tough as a nurse. Overworked, underpaid, and the first to get...
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    Posey bed for a hip fracture

    xoemmylouox replied to green34's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Posey beds can serve a purpose, but you have to have the right