mzjennx BSN, RN

I am currently a new grad RN. I think it is considered a RN I at where I work at? I was wondering if anyone really knew what the numbers meant. What is the difference between RN I, II, III etc? What do I have to do to get RN II. I hear you need 2 yea...

Hey there guys. I got my BSN and then I pass my NCLEX-RN Never had any other credentials or degrees. I am not quite sure how to write out the nursing credentials. I read some where that it should be the order you receive it. So then it would be...

I work for Kaiser and like to pick up different shifts elsewhere per diem. I worked for Altres 3 years ago and they are not too bad. I did the Flu shots and they are fun. They start you at $30/hr which is about standard for most new-grad places. I ...

Wish we had some standard orders for reactions. we just gotta call the oncall oncology for each episode. it should be standard even if the patient has had multiple treatments you never know when someone suddenly feels nauseous. BTW would you consid...

that is nice you guys have a chemo cart. but maybe because we dont always give chemo all day maybe that what we dont have one. i just prepare my supplies before i go into a patient's room. My PPE of mask/google, gown and double gloves, chemo spil...

I know how you feel. I have been working as an oncology nurse inpatient for about 3 years, full-time night shift. Some days are ok, other days is stressful, and other days it is depressing. I build bonds with my patients, get to know them, prac...

I got to see the test book for the OCN. My coworker says it was hard. 1 has it and 2-3 tried and failed. I want to do it. I always want to learn more about oncology so I can be a better nurse for my patients. We wont get paid extra if we get our ...

I work night shift. I went through an Ugly divorce so my life was chaotic... Needed a life style change for sure. While I'm at work sometimes i dont have enough time to eat. Fruit shakes, protein shakes, small snacks like cheese fruits nuts and occa...

After working as a nurse for 3 years I got hurt at work my left arm and left side of my back got twisted from lifting a patient who fell oob. Now I had help, 4 people came to help me and we tried to use the mechanical lift too but it wasn't working...

Who said onc is easy. It's hard because anything can happen but it's awesome nursing I think it is most rewarding. So many things can happen and truly tests your skills and abilities as a nurse. I've been a nurse for 3 years in onc and before tha...

I think it's totally worth it!!! But for my job it's recommended but not required. We don't get paid extra but we can get reimburse for doing the classes/CEU and testing. Im hope to take my test next year.

I think it's totally worth it!!! But for my job it's recommended but not required. We don't get paid extra but we can get reimburse for doing the classes/CEU and testing. Im hope to take my test next year.

ONS says for oncology acuity 1 RN for 4-6 patients. I work on a 20 bed unit. Nights we have 5 nurses and 1 nurse aide. Try having active chemo, prn pain meds, pca, nausea, med-surg, jp/drains, pegs, colostomy, combative, confuse, climing oob, tube...

I work in a onc floor and this is my concern too. I work with nurses who are quite fertile who never have issues with pregnancy while working on the floor. Of course when they found out they were pregnant they asked to not take chemo patients. Tot...

Sorry late response. So I have been getting in from pharmacy as a push. But I usually don't feel comfortable so I will put it in 50 ml NS and run it for 15 mins. I guess in just figuring out what is best practice.

After methotrexate chemo is given, Leucovorin is ordered as a rescue drug. At the hospital I work at, the continous IVF given is a Sodium Bicarb in D5W. Our Pharmacy mixes the the IVF and Leucovorin. Leucovorin is often given in a syringe and some...

I started working on a oncology floor that trained me to be chemo competent. I took the ONS class for chemotherapy and was trained to give chemo with a chemo/cancer educator and educator. For my hospital I was chemo certified but not nationally cer...

Hello and congrats to getting into nursing school. If your interested in oncology nursing you should sign up for ONS.org. Students get a discounted membership for the organization. I swear this website has a wealth of knowledge for oncology nursin...

Don't you got chemo orders with instructions? Our oncologist has specific orders. Usually premeds hydration doxcirubicin then cytoxan. If in doubt double check with doc and pharmacy and your colleague nurse resources.

Hey there everyone. I just wanted to know if there is a community for military wives who are in nursing school. Sometimes I feel so alone being a nursing student with my husband deployed to Iraq. Everyone says its nice to have him away to study, b...

I work nights too and trying to lose weight. I make sure to eat my breakfast before work (dinner with family about 8pm). I pack my own healthy snacks and I take a daily multivitamin, calcium with vitamin D and fish oil. When I'm sick I take extra v...

You need a RN to become a maternal newborn nurse. It doesnt matter if its a an associate degree or bachelors. I hear some states its ok to be a LPN/LVN, but it depends on the state. Please check your state. CNA/medical assistant experience is ok t...

Take a job as a nurse aide. You will get to know the unit, know the manager and staff. Easy transition and you will be a better candidate compared to someone without experience. I worked as nurse aide in postpartum and intern in L&D. Unfort...

I would suggest getting a job as a nurse aide. You will get to know the unit, know the manager and staff. Easy transition and you will be a better candidate compared to someone without experience. I worked as nurse aide in postpartum and intern in ...

At our facility MTX needs to be given by a chemo certified/trained nurse with ONS so they have the Chemotherapy Provider Card. Double check with your facility if that is the case. like what OCNRN63 said need to be in chemo clothes like the chemo ...