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I am having a very hard time in clinicals because I am so attached to some of these patients. I had a patient today who did NOT want me to leave. I told that patient that it was nice working with them today and that I will check back with them when...

So, I am trying to wrap my head around why we would use 1/2 NS in hypernatremia patients. Here's what I have worked out so far... 1/2 NS is a hypotonic solution which would cause cells in the blood to swell with water. The only thing that I could...

I have thought about this question over and over again. If someone is placed on a specialty mattress (air mattress) that is designed to shift the weight of the patient, why continue the q2h turns? I could see it if the patient were uncomfortable or...

I was so excited to share with my AllNurses friends that I took the NCLEX yesterday morning, 75 questions, less than an hour, drove the 6 hours home and got the good pop-up when I arrived! I really hope PVT works but I'm not going to believe it unti...

For those of you in your first year of nursing that earned an associate's degree; did you go back to school right away for your RN-BSN? Do you have any plans on doing this now or in the future? Do you think that it's a good idea to start back to sc...

You stated he was a long-term resident. Is this a new smell or has he always smelled like this?

The biggest motivating factor for me is giving my son a chance for a better life. I hope that I can sock enough money away to pay for his college in full, so he won't have to deal with student loans later. I love the job and love helping people.

So, I had an interview with a local inpatient hospice unit manager. The interview went very well (second interview, I was referred by someone else). She stated that new grads are fine, which is good because that is what I am. As I left the intervi...

I was in the mortgage/real estate industry and a skilled workman that is good with his hands earns a heck of a lot more money than most nurses. I have known people who started out as general labor who built themselves up and within 5 years owned a h...

Thanks, llg for your insight! Sometimes it's hard not to take things personally but now that I've had some time to think it about it, you're probably right.

Yes. I graduated in December and have been hired on the spot for 3 different positions thus far (pending reference checks). I have declined two and started the position I accepted this previous week as a PRN and this company has been wonderful so f...

A second interview is a very good thing! Congrats! You can probably expect more of the same type of questions (although probably not as many). It's a little more relaxed atmosphere (but stay your most professional) and it's more of a chance for thi...

I talked with my references and they stated that they were still willing to give me references and they are hoping I get a job soon, etc. Maybe they already had someone in mind for the position and since I was referred, they felt obligated to interv...

Hi nrsyann - Yes, I work and am also a single mom. Everyone in my class works as well. You have to be dedicated but you can make it work. The way GCU online works is they set the program up for you. So, I'm not going to be taking stats until my ...

rn/writer - I was thinking that too, but I don't think so. I know that the PRN job I have now checked references (one of my references called me to let me know they gave me a good reference) and they hired me. I was just told yesterday that my pass...

OP - This woman is miserable and sees that you are happy in your life. That is why she is picking on you. Not only that, but it seems that she is getting a "rise" out of you and, in doing so, is bringing you right down to her level. Go ahead and ...

Holy COW! I thought I had bad interviews before but after hearing these stories, all of my interviews seem like a walk in the park! LOL. larien37 - I really hope that you get the job you want! After hearing about your interview, you deserve it!

I've liked it so far. They walk you through everything, they make sure everything is in order prior to you starting classes and it's just a year long. It is a bit busy but so far, it hasn't been hard. I'm a little worried about the statistics clas...

I think it is about a year to no longer be counted as a "new grad". I was kind of wondering this too.

I am not sure how often it is offered however I can tell you that when I worked at Swedish (where the Preiop Program is offered), I loved it! It was a great hospital with great employees! One night, we were running very short staffed and the House ...

We have come so far! Only good things for our careers! Good luck and stay in touch on the new grad forum!

Good luck, shannalim! Go in there and OWN it! Good luck to you!

You got it! I will pray for you too! Good luck!

NurseLoveJoy - I came on here to let you know that I prayed for you this morning as I knew you were taking your NCLEX today! I, too, felt numb with the PVT and like I "couldn't believe it" but it's true! Congrats to you, new RN!

c2brn7 - If it is possible for you to stay in a hotel or rent a room between your shifts, I would say go ahead and interview. If you think you are going to have to commute between your shifts, I would look for something closer. I've done the drivin...