AOx1

AOx1

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  1. Clinical Nurse Educator - Any Suggestions?

    AOx1 replied to jaflosa's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    One way you will get involvement from staff is through the assessment portion. I would try to offer a mix of things people would want to learn vs things that are required learning (ex- inservice on...

  2. Are COWs causing injury?

    AOx1 replied to pawsomepooch47's topic in General Nursing

    I think COWs fall under the category of many things in nursing. They were probably an administrator or exec's idea of how to increase time spent at the bedside with the patient. A nice idea in theory,...

  3. Taking advice from advisors

    AOx1 replied to ReinventingMyselfAgain's topic in General Students

    I agree with the above. I will also mention that it is painful when you tell a student who has not passed any of the last semester's 12 hours worth of courses that you will not sign off on 18 hours of...

  4. What do you use to carry your 500 books around in?

    AOx1 replied to bebahloo's topic in General Students

    I can't find the thread now, but awhile back, another poster had a great idea. They took their book to kinko's or a similar copy place and had the binding removed. This way, they could take the...

  5. Don't want to be a nurse anymore

    AOx1 replied to belindalou's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Personal question here, so don't take this the wrong way. Are you a "type A" perfectionist? The reason I ask is that some parts of your post make me think you might be, just like I am. I think most...

  6. First medication error- I am quitting nursing

    AOx1 replied to tolerantgirl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Anyone who has been in nursing any length of time and has not made a med error or come close to it is likely a liar or not paying enough attention to notice. If I had a dollar for every time in my...

  7. Very mad but most of all humiliation

    AOx1 replied to Orenda's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would refuse. I would show the nurse manager that the order was received during the day shift, should have been completed then, and that you were following safe practice. Try not to feel humiliated,...

  8. Know it all Nurses

    AOx1 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think the issue can be narrowed down to only one reason for this behavior. I have seen several. In some units, the culture does not foster the asking of questions. I have seen new grads and...

  9. Is this the general opinion?

    AOx1 replied to Bridgette_H's topic in General Nursing

    I would put her on permanent AVOID. That is possibly one of the more ignorant comments I've ever heard. Just like there are a few people that know exactly what they want to do and go on to follow...

  10. WANTED: Nursing student tidbits of advice

    AOx1 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in General Students

    I'm an instructor and the seniors and fellow posters here on AN have recommend the following for a new student: 4-color pens, a flash drive, lots of notecards, highlighters, and post-it flags for...

  11. Extremely Upsetting!!!!!

    AOx1 replied to twinjeep97's topic in General Nursing

    One of the best things you can do is to consider finding an internship/externship/tech (whatever they call it!) position during school. Many will let you work a shift or to a month, and often on...

  12. New CNA with New Job... What would you do?

    AOx1 replied to MystyqueOne's topic in General Nursing

    Since you work together, it's key to be a professional. One thing I've found works well is to not participate in any gossip myself. That includes listening to it. For example: "Wow, that Jane is such...

  13. Would you use a cell phone at work? Do you need a cell phone at work?

    AOx1 replied to 2BSure's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital I also work at had the cell phones when I would float to the floor. I hated them and was not alone. I refused to answer mine if I was with a patient; they are the priority. It's...

  14. Is this grounds to get denied into nursing school???

    AOx1 replied to Miss_Roz's topic in General Nursing

    The situation is the same here as what the director mentioned. We have to get approval from all clinical sites; some are more restrictive than others. After all, it wouldn't be fair to you to be...

  15. How can I prepare for my first teaching job?

    AOx1 replied to TooterIA's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    More than learning public speaking, I would suggest finding ways to communicate your passion for the subject you will teach. This can be practiced as a mentor. Nearly anyone can learn to be a "talking...

  16. in need of advice after getting fired

    AOx1 replied to matt59's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered looking for work in a department where your personality type might be an asset? I also am not the most genteel or delicate flower, and found ICU and ER to be a great match. Many of...

  17. New grad frustrated, but trapped...in a "profession" i HATE.

    AOx1 replied to Sparx28's topic in General Nursing

    The OP does need assistance, and is apparently asking for it! I've seen this over and over with new grads who are overwhelmed, think they "hate" nursing...only to switch areas to find they were just...

  18. What's your favorite "Done with a ton of shifts in a row" routine?

    AOx1 posted a topic in General Nursing

    What is your "woo hoo, I'm off work" transition routine? Mine is to sing to the radio on the way home like a maniac, hop on the treadmill for awhile, clean up, and go out somewhere fun with...

  19. failed NCLEX-RN seven times... could anybody help me! i am so desperate.....

    AOx1 replied to failureRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If some of the instructors from your school are still there, I would also ask them to help guide you to your weak areas. I remember all my students, and keep detailed records. Perhaps they have done...

  20. Racist Patients

    AOx1 replied to Williss2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think the most upsetting thing to me is how racism breaks up potential relationships. When we judge people in simplistic ways, we all lost out on the possibility of new relationships with each other...

  21. Frustrations with Clinical

    AOx1 replied to rachelgeorgina's topic in General Students

    I think you need to be more proactive. Keep your own documentation of what you have done each day. Also, just because the focus of your clinical is basic tasks doesn't mean that you can't find ways to...

  22. Your favorite nursing gadget?

    AOx1 posted a topic in General Nursing

    What is your favorite nursing gadget (can be practical and necessary, like your stethoscope or nursing shoes, or just for fun). I admit that I am a bit of a freak about office supplies in general,...

  23. Would you look at your friend's bottom if they asked you to?

    AOx1 replied to Sash123's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so used to naked people at this point, that I don't think any butt would phase me. Having seen small and large, every end of the color spectrum, etc, it wouldn't bother me. I really wouldn't care...

  24. Nurses that are late for report

    AOx1 replied to vashtee's topic in General Nursing

    I would consider bring this to your unit based council (or whatever your unit governance is called). It is not appropriate for people to be habitually late. As others have mentioned, they are trapping...

  25. So upset got passed for charge

    AOx1 replied to Emilysmom2, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have several advanced degrees and have managed a unit before. Still able to empty the trash if it needs it. Obviously this doesn't make up the majority of my work, but I do hope I don't ever...