xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    Just got my License number !

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

    All places have their own stress levels. They may be different stresses, but I know of no job that isn't stressful anymore. I wish you the best of luck in your
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    Stethoscope and Superbugs

    xoemmylouox replied to rumwynnieRN's topic in General Nursing

    I used those wipes for about a month.. Even after I'd let my stethoscope dry it would give me a rash on my neck.. Now I use Lysol
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    Forget the nanny state

    xoemmylouox replied to Just I's topic in General Nursing

    Wondering the same
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    I need advice I am so confused

    xoemmylouox replied to Ticklelicious's topic in General Nursing

    You should look elsewhere. That doesn't mean give up on UCLA, but find something to tide you
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    Is nursing hard on a marriage?

    xoemmylouox replied to Wannabeeinscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is easier if both people work in medicine as you understand the life better, but all marriages face challenges.
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    Scared to be a nurse, having the responsibility of a life in my hands scares me.

    xoemmylouox replied to Cieritaqt's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Many physician offices only use MA's right now. Some of the more intense ( Cardiology, Dermatology, etc) use RN's for
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    Ack! I'm being published!

    xoemmylouox replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    Fantastic! You should be
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    Staffing during hurricanes?

    xoemmylouox replied to blackvans1234's topic in General Nursing

    Each hospital has their own
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    New shift, new person

    xoemmylouox replied to Good Morning, Gil's topic in General Nursing

    Awesome!!!! Congrats!!! Enjoy your
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    Mo to Tx licensure endorsement question

    xoemmylouox replied to The Bell Jar's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Can you apply for a temp Texas license until you know how this will all work
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    Corporate "doesn't believe in" Nurses Week

    xoemmylouox replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

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    Nurse patient friendship scenario

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

    That is tough. I have been to the funeral of patients because I had known them for years. I work outpatient so these are people I have known for
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    Vacutainer colors / Vaccines

    xoemmylouox replied to jigzawnurse28's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The CDC has a listing of all of the vaccines. They also have vaccine schedules on there as well. In regards to what tubes are for what I would invest in a good book. Some are used for more than one...
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    Corporate "doesn't believe in" Nurses Week

    xoemmylouox replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's nice to be recognized for all of the hard work we provide. No I don't want some cheap piece if junk gift, but I will take a nice thank you from my boss or
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    What would you do?

    xoemmylouox replied to cowgurl89's topic in General Nursing

    Uhhh... Yeah I would have started CPR if she was in the
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    Giving injections to babies

    xoemmylouox replied to Dragonstrike's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a dangerous situation.. If something as simple as injections is not covered I wonder what would happen if something serious came up. I'd look for a job
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    Making anoymous complaint

    xoemmylouox replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Nursing

    I wish you the best of luck. It's a hard choice to make. Make sure you think long and hard about
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    Narcotics ..so I got put on unpaid administrative leave today

    xoemmylouox replied to jbecerra's topic in General Nursing

    Just a reminder to everyone to CYA no matter what. I'm glad nothing more came of
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    calling into work sick and feeling very guilty

    xoemmylouox replied to chellemaree88's topic in General Nursing

    Don't feel bad some days you have to take care of yourself first. It sounds like you are having one of those days. I hope you heal ASAP as UTIs suck. Rest
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    Is Reading From a Medical Dictionary to a Patient Considered Practicing Medicine

    xoemmylouox replied to mhunter2008's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on the state. In many employers can fire you for ANY reason they see
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    My heartache and hiatus...

    xoemmylouox replied to CheesePotato's topic in General Nursing

    I cannot find the words to express my sympathy. They say in time all things heal, and I hope soon you find some of the peace you deserve. I send huge your way and as you know we are always here to be...
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    My aunt is a 92yo working nurse and would like to nominate her for nurse of the year

    xoemmylouox replied to CharleneLoveBoncal's topic in General Nursing

    That's fantastic! What an inspiration you have in your
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    Ever have the spike come out from a hanging bag of blood?

    xoemmylouox replied to Billy_Ruben's topic in General Nursing

    Great stories! We all make mistakes... And other times freak things just happen. As long as you can still laugh at it at the end of the day all is
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    The nurse and patient's family yelled at me. I feel horrible.

    xoemmylouox replied to mamacita2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well being at fault or not the nurse should not have handled this the way she did. If there was ANY doubt she should have taken it
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    flirting with patients

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

    That's just gross. I often wonder where the common sense has gone in our society.. This is just another example of