brissygal

brissygal BSN, RN

Oncology/Haematology/Stem Cell Transplant, Med/Sur

What a great platform to meet and share Nursing questions, discussions, advice and information. I have been off this site for some time. Glad to be back!

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  1. Stevens-Johnson syndrome

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in General Nursing

    Hey erraticthinker what is IGG? Your abbreviations can be different downunder.

  2. Stevens-Johnson syndrome

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Kypinkrn for your comments. Correct me if I am wrong - is it not an allergy to bactrim? I have recently nursed this lovely man with it, he is not well and certainly not out of the woods yet....

  3. Do you draw blood of peripheral IVs?

    brissygal replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting debate, actually blondy2061h do you draw bloods from a central lines using vaccutainers or do you use syringes ie 10cc & 20cc? We use both in Australia. I find picc's to be very...

  4. Nurse patient Ratio?

    brissygal posted a topic in Oncology

    What is the nurse to patient ratio in a Oncology - hematology unit and a BMT? Are you generally the same right across the USA? I am just interested in comparing. In Australia I work in a busy 24 bed...

  5. taking nclex rn for the 5th time!

    brissygal replied to wishiwasarn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hey how did you both do in your NCLEX Wishiwasarn and Angelaclowne? I have been thinking of you both even across this big ocean of water. I feel it in my waters (lol) that you both did great! Let us...

  6. Taking the LPN and RN NCLEX at the same time?

    brissygal replied to angelclowne's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Angelclowne - You know I am sure you will surprise yourself. I did about 237 question too and passed too. Sometimes being too confident after you have sat the NCLEX -well just say I have known...

  7. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    What does CVS mean? I gather VSC = Visa Screen

  8. SO.CAL Kaiser Nurses: What is Kaiser Like?

    brissygal replied to jenpstudentrn's topic in California Nursing

    I agree the workload is heavy at kaiser especially on a med/surg floor. I found this to be the case at Kaiser San Fran & Kaiser Oakland. Any nurses who have worked at these facilities agree yes or...

  9. SO.CAL Kaiser Nurses: What is Kaiser Like?

    brissygal replied to jenpstudentrn's topic in California Nursing

    CONGRATULATIONS JENPSTUDENTRN on obtaining your scholarship! Hats off to you. :) Well

  10. Kaiser

    brissygal replied to vivicaq's topic in California Nursing

    Of course they do! Most hospitals do. In fact Kaiser in San Fran and Kaiser in Oakland do

  11. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Good point AussieRNinHI, WI may have misinterpreted what Zonnenschijn meant. I will ring the board and pose that question seeing that I am licensed to California and in any case I have a CGFNS visa...

  12. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Just out of interest Suzane 4 - what position do you hold in the USA? As you seem to be referencing this E-3 visa and the stipulations regarding it. Just interested? Very informative discussion....

  13. My hands need a good hand cream!

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks a million

  14. Hospital Requiring BSN or your pay will be Capped?

    brissygal replied to BlearnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry to intrude in this discussion as an outsider although I am a nurse in Australia and have nurse in your country. I just don't get your attitude? What you learn on the job is so much more...

  15. Can anyone recommend a decent pair of work shoes?

    brissygal replied to ProudofmyNursingart's topic in International Nursing

    Hi AL7139 & Redrecks, Wow - you both wear orthotics - me too :). Hey AL7139 are those crocs (assorted colours)....I think you could wear them here in OT & recovery not sure we would get away...

  16. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    I appreciate what you are saying Silverdragon102, I have the license down packed. Getting the Green Card - is the golden

  17. Aussies working in Canada

    brissygal replied to Ali&Tim's topic in International Nursing

    Yep the E-3 gives you an opportunity to Nurse in the USA but your intentions are not to stay long term.

  18. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Djuna, That is helpful information - good to know! However, don't you think having married a yank (mind the pun) made it easier for

  19. Can a US RN work in Oz for a year or two?

    brissygal replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in International Nursing

    Australians love American Nurses. You will be fine! You will find the work and expectations alot easier than in your own

  20. Using washcloths on the vagina

    brissygal replied to shazandkev's topic in International Nursing

    what a strange question! We use daleys (not sure I have spelt it correctly - like a disposable chux) - not abrasive at

  21. Working in Canada and the US

    brissygal replied to suzanne4's topic in International Nursing

    The previous post from English Nurse is correct. Get your transcript and then you will know if you meet the criteria. I went to Uni at Southern Cross University in Lismore NSW, and my hours in all...

  22. Aussies working in Canada

    brissygal replied to Ali&Tim's topic in International Nursing

    Hey Aussies trying to make it in Canada, It might be easier to apply to the USA - as we have a great visa to go on called the E-3. The pay is generally higher in the USA. If you get a job around...

  23. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    brissygal replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Zonnenschijn, You are on the right track with the E3 visa. However first thing is first. Have you passed NCLEX? If not then you need to apply most likely to an International Nursing Agency -...

  24. How can a workplace cause you to lose license?

    brissygal replied to WVStarFish's topic in General Nursing

    Your measurement of 35 for a diabetic patient - do you know what it is in

  25. processing time

    brissygal replied to beautifullady's topic in General Nursing

    how about for international graduates? how long does it take? i am currently licensed in vermont and i plan to apply for endorsement in california. About 6 - 8 weeks - license by