stressgal

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  1. Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    stressgal replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    ;)I bought the Laura Gasparis Vonforolio cd's and book this spring, have viewed them at leisure. I had originally considered taking the test "this fall" but haven't been studying much with summer and...

  2. so my year is almost up, who is gonna stay in the hospital, think I will PRN

    stressgal replied to Lorelai22RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As of today, I've been a RN for one year. Boy, has it flown by! Over all I love my job in the ICU, love my coworkers, like my facility. I do plan on staying in Critical Care, it is just a great fit...

  3. Looking for professional advice.

    stressgal replied to fiestygirl's topic in MICU, SICU

    I personally like the "Incredibly Easy" magazine, although I subscribe to several. As a new nurse you are going to be very busy adapting to your new practice. I wouldn't worry much about joining an...

  4. Hemodynamics book...

    stressgal replied to nursing 101's topic in MICU, SICU

    All of the "incredibly easy" books are really good. I used them through nursing and school and am still going back to them time to time now as a practicing RN. Really like the Fluids and Electrolytes...

  5. First Year RN survey

    stressgal replied to blueherring's topic in First Year After Licensure

    1. Why did you enter the nursing profession I was led into nursing through many of my life's experiences. I was also inspired by several women I had contact with who were nurses. 2. What do you like...

  6. at my wits end

    stressgal replied to extraordinary067's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree that you may find "these kind' of coworkers anywhere. It is just plain tough being the new person, and new to all of the tasks you have to accomplish. I was told by a nursing instructor to...

  7. Who is accountable?

    stressgal replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    The nurse is the one who administered the insulin, so it is the nurses responsibility and/or "fault". Looks like an opportunity to review the procedure and put a plan in place to make sure it doesn't...

  8. Do you prefer 12 hour or 8 hour shifts?

    stressgal replied to Scrubz's topic in General Nursing

    I think continuity of care for the patient is better with twelves. Fewer transfers of care, less info lost. Personally I love working twelves, but after three in a row I need a good day of

  9. Do you prefer 12 hour or 8 hour shifts?

    stressgal replied to Scrubz's topic in MICU, SICU

    I think continuity of care for the patient is better with twelves. Fewer transfers of care, less info lost. Personally I love working twelves, but after three in a row I need a good day of

  10. COPD'ers and anxiety

    stressgal replied to Creamsoda's topic in MICU, SICU

    Having a fan makes sense to me. I cannot imagine a more stressful event than not being able to breath. My experience is that these folks are pretty "educated" on their disease. Early dx they know at...

  11. Am I moving too fast to go into a ICU unit?

    stressgal replied to mikeyl242's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Follow your heart. I started as a new grad in the ICU. LOVE IT! You surely have some great skills through your experience and training, maybe now is the time to move to ICU and focus on the "subtle"...

  12. Do you wear rings to work?

    stressgal replied to OgopogoLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Our hospital does not allow any jewelry below the elbow. No rings, bracelets or watches. I work ICU and we also leave our "work" shoes at work. Not a requirement, but when you think it over, it makes...

  13. Tutors for nursing classes?

    stressgal replied to Phillygryl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    While in nursing school I tutored. The best advice I can give you is to find a good NCLEX review book to use as a study guide. This will help you focus on the truly important aspects of the topic....

  14. Has anyone felt like this soon after being off orientation?

    stressgal replied to hica19's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yep! Just keep moving on. It will get better, then every once in a while you'll have a day that will totaly knock you on your ...,,, well, you know! I'm in an ICU where the thought is to give the new...

  15. What do you think?

    stressgal replied to PACU queen's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I passed with 75 questions, have never heard of anyone failing at 75. It sounds as if you were really prepared! Good luck and best wishes. I know the waiting is the worst

  16. Icu

    stressgal replied to texasnursingstudent's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You can never go wrong with the Incredibly Easy series of books. Helps make information managable. Good

  17. I am in a big mess.

    stressgal replied to Jojo0608's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yes, you should put the ED job on your resume. To omit it would be dishonest and could prevent you from getting another position. When a background check is done it will show up and look as if you are...

  18. So Glad I found this Forum

    stressgal replied to RNSuzq1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Boy, do I know where you are coming from. When I accepted a position at our community hospital one of my nursing instructors blew her top. "The best and brightest do not work at ....hospital" she told...

  19. New RN's delegating to Tech's/NA's

    stressgal replied to RNSuzq1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    [ I HATE asking people to do things when I can't offer them something in return. I think that "celebrate tech day" is a killer idea:) I'm a new RN, previous tech. I have NO problem asking someone to...

  20. ICU Nurses with OCD!!!

    stressgal replied to nursern20's topic in MICU, SICU

    Well, I'm a "new" RN in the ICU. Been off orientation for 30 days and yes, I am hypervigilent. The first thing I do is my initial assessment of the patient, then of the room. I cannot stand clutter in...

  21. New Grads-What are some of the silliest things youve done so far?!?!

    stressgal replied to GrnHonu99's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ummm, Lipids go below/after the filter or the filter will clog and all the tubing needs

  22. Anyone who really thought they failed

    stressgal replied to boyboyincali's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yep, really second guessed myself after the test. Just the way the darn thing is set up. I had 75 questions and after 48 agonizing hours I found out I passed through Pearsonvue. Still didn't trust it...

  23. 75 questions today, no idea how I did

    stressgal posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well, it's done. I sat for the Nclex this morning, computer shut off at 75 questions and I do not feel great about it. I really don't know how to feel about it. I don't know what else I could have...

  24. Testing Tuesday 7/25 and.....

    stressgal replied to RegisteredNurse06's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You are doing great! Sounds to me as if you are ready. Good

  25. Took NCLEX today, cut off at 75!

    stressgal replied to smileysenior's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    This time last week I was right where you are. Felt the same way after 75 questions. I passed and I will bet you good money that you did too. I'll be thinking about you, praying for you, and sending...