armyicurn

armyicurn

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  1. Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    armyicurn replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    PC, I did the cd's and the Gasparis dvd's. I took notes and I read them as I worked out on the treadmill. I passed. I barely cracked the book (pass ccrn). Like I said, I did the cd's and whatever was...

  2. About RN license renewal

    armyicurn replied to racknroll's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Good luck finding a job and do not listen/believe all those bs rumors. Call the

  3. Should I tell my nursing school about my disorder?

    armyicurn replied to Harmony4All's topic in General Students

    This one can be eliminated by telling the applicant that if they have a record, go study some other field. I know of one case where a student graduated and when the application was denied by the state...

  4. Should I tell my nursing school about my disorder?

    armyicurn replied to Harmony4All's topic in General Students

    So what happens if a student gets a stroke and ends up with a mild disability? I swear, nursing sure its their young even before they get their training. I can understand the immunizations but for me...

  5. Should I tell my nursing school about my disorder?

    armyicurn replied to Harmony4All's topic in General Students

    There is now an entrance physical requirement for nursing

  6. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    armyicurn replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    Moto lingo for someone on a

  7. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    armyicurn replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    I think the law should make weekends for motorcycles only. I hate those cagers that do not pay

  8. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    armyicurn replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    I own one and love riding. I am very safe and the army requires me to be safe. However, all those idiots driving a cage and not paying attention is another story. I pray to God I will never have to...

  9. Navy or Army nursing

    armyicurn replied to xxhoops7609's topic in Government, Military

    Go Army. It will take care of you. Sooner of later you have to face

  10. Being notified of elevated troponin....

    armyicurn replied to Blondie Nurse's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Is that so called lab certified? I know there is a commission that oversees all labs...sort of like the joint commission. The name escapes me at the

  11. Lidocaine for v-tach thru IV line?

    armyicurn replied to OldButCuteBSNStudent's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Maybe the bet is a trip to

  12. just finished week #1 of being an ICU nurse

    armyicurn replied to nursgirl's topic in MICU, SICU

    Welcome to the big leagues! Congratulations on having a great preceptor. You are lucky. I've seen some real superstars in my time. You have been given great advice and I will not repeat it. Write down...

  13. RNs running ECMO on adult patients

    armyicurn replied to pbear's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Make sure you ask for more money when your next review comes

  14. Multiple Drips - Did I do the right thing?

    armyicurn replied to nursingdude78's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I second the above comment. I've seen this on my floor with pt undergoing procedures with

  15. Should I leave the ICU?

    armyicurn replied to ladydi94956's topic in MICU, SICU

    Don't let those witches get at you. We all make mistakes. Mistakes are your best teacher. You will never make that mistake again in your life. I wish you the best of

  16. How many patient's do you normally have?

    armyicurn replied to bamagt's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I see...your manager either sucks or she/he sucks. The list will prevent that kind of nonsense. That is one of my pet peeves and it really ticks me off big time if I see a pattern on

  17. Navy or Army nursing

    armyicurn replied to xxhoops7609's topic in Government, Military

    Talked to my buddy who is a recruiter for the AMEDD. He said that for next FY, only 65 slots are open for RNs. That is

  18. Army Nursing Question

    armyicurn replied to newhope2009's topic in Government, Military

    Your friend also needs to call the Board to ensure she can get a license. I know about someone doing 4 yrs of college just to find out after graduation that they could not get a license d/t their...

  19. What should I expect at SFRR in Atlanta?

    armyicurn replied to New1LT's topic in Government, Military

    Get a hold of your

  20. Navy or Army nursing

    armyicurn replied to xxhoops7609's topic in Government, Military

    What the poster meant about seniority is about time in rank. If you worked as a civilian RN, you get some credit towards your next

  21. Navy or Army nursing

    armyicurn replied to xxhoops7609's topic in Government, Military

    Not true. If a female RN is part of the FST, you will be close to the lines. Not right where the fighting is but when you are in a combat zone, all hell around you is the front line. Gender does not...

  22. Navy or Army nursing

    armyicurn replied to xxhoops7609's topic in Government, Military

    BINGO! Admiral Mullen said that his Navy has to do their share on the war on terror. No one is safe. The AF may have cushy jobs but they keep closing their damn facilities and are now wedging into...

  23. Needing some advice and opinions... kinda down:(

    armyicurn replied to mom2three3's topic in Government, Military

    That is a tough one. If you even go reserves, you are bound to be called up to active duty at any given time. You and your hubby will have to sit down and try to look into the future. With the...

  24. Army Nursing Question

    armyicurn replied to newhope2009's topic in Government, Military

    Depends on what the record is for...As an officer, you must hold a clearance. A minimum of SECRET. I have a friend in recruiting. If you need more info on it, PM

  25. Want to cry

    armyicurn replied to aerorunner80's topic in MICU, SICU

    Welcome to the big leagues! Hang in there. It gets