Rocknurse MSN, APRN, NP

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    Do you go to work with parabens on you?

    Rocknurse replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    That's great. You're free to do as you wish. All the papers are published in recognized academic journals and available in any academic library. Simply reading a study and either agreeing or...
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    Do Bachelor's Degrees Save Lives? - The Facts about Earning a BSN

    Rocknurse replied to Rasmussen University's topic in General Nursing

    I believe that while my BSN was't too valuable in terms of actual physical and applicable knowledge, it was a gateway for me to a new job, more respect and more job opportunities. Not only that, but...
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    Do you go to work with parabens on you?

    Rocknurse replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    Using my grad school library I was able to find many studies and papers addressing the impact of parabens on endocrine function. Simply typing in endometriosis” and parabens” into a search...
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    Do you go to work with parabens on you?

    Rocknurse replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    This is actually a serious topic. It's a sad indictment that not many of you have heard of parabens and it's indicative of what's wrong with society today, and probably a strong indicator of a lot of...
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    NSH/nursing math test

    Rocknurse replied to Sinshine86's topic in General Nursing

    You'll need this: Amazon.com: Medication Math Drip Titration Horizontal Badge ID Card Pocket Reference Guide: Health & Personal Care and this: Dosage Calculations Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly...
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    Pregnancy brain

    Rocknurse replied to Elevelyn's topic in General Nursing

    Not pregnant (and never have been) but around that time of the month I'm the same. Hormones make me stupid. Can think, can't focus, lose spatial awareness, drop things, can't remember things. I hate...
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    Bravo! I feel the same. I'm so lucky in my current informatics job because I get to have my headphones on all day and I am permanently tuned to Spotify. It makes even the worst of days tolerable....
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    Nursing Interview Questions

    Rocknurse replied to aspenc12's topic in General Nursing

    I possess the dubious honor of having been offered a job at every single interview I've ever done, mainly because I follow the following rules: exude confidence. Not arrogance, not superiority, but...
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    How do ACE inhibitors cause angioedema?

    Rocknurse replied to WithAnyLuck20's topic in General Nursing

    The etiology of ACE inhibitor-induced angioedema is unknown but it is likely caused by the increase in bradykinin. Bradykinin is an inflammatory peptide that has a vasoactive property and causes...
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    Question from a doc on NP education

    Rocknurse replied to clamchow's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I can only hope to work with physicians like you when I graduate. Thank you for taking the time to inquire and contribute. Your attitude is
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    When a pt "gets" to you

    Rocknurse replied to mmc51264's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If it helps, the family in question are probably experiencing a similar pain. Everyone handles it differently and the stress is obviously getting to them. When people are under intense duress they...
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    Nursing speciality for someone that hates people

    Rocknurse replied to Gogol's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    With respect, and I totally understand where the OP is coming from because I'm not so much of a people person.....it's not the patients you have to worry about, it's the other nurses. That's the...
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    Question from a doc on NP education

    Rocknurse replied to clamchow's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Because I am the sole provider for my family. Hopefully by the time I start clinicals I won't be. Life continues, whatever the
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    New grad opportunity

    Rocknurse posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have some information about an opportunity at the Cleveland Clinic for new grad acute APRNs. Please message me if you would like the
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    Question from a doc on NP education

    Rocknurse replied to clamchow's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Dr. clamchow, thank you for starting this conversation so politely and insightfully. It's one we need to have. What I will say however, is that this topic touches a bit of a nerve among nurses....
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    New grad opportunity

    Rocknurse replied to Rocknurse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I believe it's all
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    Haha thanks! Don't worry...the dark arts part is mostly theatrics. We're kind to old ladies and
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    While it's difficult, it's not impossible. When I was touring I worked per diem. I worked one or two nights a week and then played shows every weekend. Now I work Mon-Fri which makes it easier as I...
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    Patient privacy and pelvic exams

    Rocknurse replied to cphillipslpn's topic in General Nursing

    I have been trained to do pelvic exams and PAPs as part of my APRN program and we were always taught to ask the patient if it was ok before we did anything and to explain everyone's role in the room...
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    The Fifth Vital Sign

    Rocknurse replied to bgxyrnf's topic in General Nursing

    I see multiple problems within this thread. Firstly, lots of judgment. If a patient is in pain, why does it matter to you if they "deserve" it or not? OK, so no one used that word but that's how it's...
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    Sweet! I just knew we were kindred
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    Haha...I am....ROCKNURSE! Successful does not equate with famous, but if you're interested, be my guest:
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    Whats the Catch: RN to MSN?

    Rocknurse replied to sandiegotrish's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps, but it wouldn't fly if you wanted to work in the ICU, OR or cath lab. Depends on your perspective. I should elaborate. There are many paths to get to all kinds of places in nursing. If you...
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    Regular hours?

    Rocknurse replied to maco1's topic in General Nursing

    There are always pros and cons to everything but since I transitioned to regular hours I am much happier. I used to work 3 12s in the ICU....11am to 11pm, and it was brutal. I felt like I could never...
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    Musicians, Artist career changers?

    Rocknurse replied to Elsa15's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a successful award-winning musician and have been for as long as I've been a nurse. I managed to do both rather well and it doesn't have to be an all or nothing situation. I've managed to tour the...