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  1. Unsolicited Warnings....

    advsmuch08 replied to theradiantforce's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would be cautious around the people saying these things. They may be looking for attention, saying it for shock value or just looking for someone to complain to. The negativity isn't good to be...

  2. Fear of failing? reason to not enter nursing program?

    advsmuch08 replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Nursing

    It may be helpful to schedule an appointment with an admission counselor to discuss required courses for the program and your concerns. Many schools offer assistance in study skills and

  3. BSN Job without License

    advsmuch08 replied to Itsmshelll's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe something like sales for a medical device company. If you live near a large research university they may need someone in research without the license. Perhaps a HR Dept would need someone in...

  4. How to stop crying at clinicals?

    advsmuch08 replied to JESSICAAA159's topic in General Nursing

    I find that drinking cool water is helpful for holding back

  5. Working Out 6- 7 days a week

    advsmuch08 replied to Soliloquy's topic in General Nursing

    Youtube has some great exercise videos. It gives you a chance to try different things like Zumba, yoga, pilates, and dance in the comfort of your own home. When I get out of work I'm usually too worn...

  6. Code Lavender?!

    advsmuch08 replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Code lavender isn't something that's announced overhead. Managers contact Spirtual Care to institute it and they respond within a certain period of time. It's called for various reasons such as if the...

  7. Time to give up?

    advsmuch08 replied to wiwhitedog's topic in Nursing Career

    Try contacting your school's Career Services department and see what they offer alumni. They might connect you with some resources, help tailor your resume, practice interview skills,

  8. Career path

    advsmuch08 replied to mmc51264's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Just curious if you decided to go the route of Capella. I'm thinking about future plans and was looking into Capella's program as

  9. Accelerated BSN Degrees (clarification)

    advsmuch08 replied to adrag's topic in General Nursing

    If it were me, I'd slow down and focus on the BSN first. Talk to your advisor and get a plan in place to graduate on time. For non-nursing classes pick a wide variety to explore interests and broaden...

  10. Pausing IV, clotting?

    advsmuch08 replied to SilleLu's topic in Patient Medications

    If the fluids aren't running and the j loop isn't saline locked then blood can back up in the line and clot off. If the pump keeps beeping check to see if there is air in the line, the tubing is...

  11. Tips for a New RN who starts soon !:)

    advsmuch08 replied to mickeyrose912's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yay! Congrats on the new job! Go in with an open mind. Be willing to learn new things. Bring a little notebook to jot down things. Good

  12. manual or electronic BPs in your clinic?

    advsmuch08 replied to SHGR's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Both, depending on preference. I use electronic BP because it seems like every time I do a manual pt/family members are trying to talk to me as I'm listening. If I get a reading outside the typical...

  13. Ever accepted a job you knew was a mistake?

    advsmuch08 replied to Lucky724's topic in Nursing Career

    I knew in my heart this wasn't a job for me. There were red flags but I rationalized everything away. As soon as I started I saw why there was such high turnover. On a positive note, it gave me...

  14. blue tubex injector

    advsmuch08 replied to Mulan's topic in General Nursing

    I used a Carpuject (I think it's the same idea?). Was the only person to use it on the floor. Absolutely loved it and would feel horrible if I lost

  15. Criticism

    advsmuch08 replied to Katniss88's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Small talk can be tough, especially with complete strangers and all of the tasks that need to be addressed on your mind. Some nights I'll have pretty much the same conversation with each of my...

  16. New path to patient centered medical home

    advsmuch08 posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I work in the outpatient setting where we are adopting the patient centered medical home model. I will be a care coordinator of sorts. This is new to us so I'm starting from scratch and haven't gotten...

  17. RN to MBA? Anyone else out there?

    advsmuch08 replied to cp2012's topic in Nursing Career

    I had been thinking of getting an MBA. To test out the extent of my interest I took online businesses courses from a community collage on a part time basis. Ended up getting another associates degree....

  18. Clinic (Doctor's Office) Nurse vs. Hospital Nurse

    advsmuch08 replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in Nursing Career

    I recently made the switch to ambulatory nursing and enjoy it so far. There are stressful days but they are no where near that of the med/surg floor I worked on. I do miss using some of the more...

  19. Charge nurse

    advsmuch08 replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

    If we don't have a patient load, which is rare, we help with admissions, discharges, blood draws, starting IVs, and other misc. When we do have patients, we assign beds to new admits, do staffing for...

  20. Advice on dealing with confused patients

    advsmuch08 replied to SubSippi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sometimes giving them a warm bed bath helps. I try to do the meds and assessments for the confused patients first, earlier in the night. I keep the lights dimmed so as a cue for night time but I leave...

  21. First Post- Not a nurse yet... advice for an old guy?

    advsmuch08 replied to thecadman99's topic in Men in Nursing

    Just wanted to say best wishes to you in whatever direction you decide to take your career. Some communities offer career services programs with counselors available to bounce ideas off. Volunteering,...

  22. Random question: Would you wear a $300 watch to work

    advsmuch08 replied to TXRN44's topic in General Nursing

    My watch was $10 from Walmart. If it scratches, gets lost, or battery quits I don't feel so

  23. Decisions, decisions....What made you choose where you work?

    advsmuch08 replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in General Nursing

    I chose my job because the interview had some of the typical questions but it seemed relaxed like a normal conversation. The people were welcoming, friendly, and polite. They seemed to be excited...

  24. Va nurse for new grad

    advsmuch08 replied to swansonplace's topic in Government, Military

    A classmate of mine, BSN, got a job at the VA as a new grad because she did her senior practicum there and networked like crazy. The benefits are supposed to be really great so job competition is...

  25. Cover letter, ok to admit wanting better hours?

    advsmuch08 replied to MrsNicuNurse's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I think I would leave the better hours out. Instead say something along the lines of wanting to explore other areas of nursing. They want to hear about your desire to work with people on a closer...