Michifura

Michifura

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  1. Resumes and applications

    Michifura replied to werlp's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely list the areas that interest you, but always keep an open mind, keep your options open. Best of

  2. Where do i start for the nursing school?

    Michifura replied to ilovemychihuahua's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is a tough field but very rewarding, I love being a nurse!! To get more insight do some research to see if this is for you, talk to nurses, etc. Make an appointment to see an advisor at the...

  3. can i work while waiting for diploma

    Michifura replied to glamourouz85's topic in General Nursing

    I would think it depends on the State you live in and the facility you are thinking of working for. Where I work, we hire new grads as Nurse Externs, pair them up with an RN - their preceptor, and...

  4. Question about insulins

    Michifura replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Just like everyone else has been saying... you do not mix Lantus; by drawing them (two different insulins) in the same syringe, that is mixing. What I know about Lantus is you never mix it, never hold...

  5. Clinical research

    Michifura replied to mused11's topic in General Nursing

    If you work at a hospital check with the nurse educators and any Certified Nurse Specialist (CNS) they usually are very involved with research. You might also want to check with your local University,...

  6. Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired

    Michifura replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    My first year in nursing I got sick about three to four times that year. I practice good hand hygiene at work and try to drink lots of water (sometimes it is hard to do that at work, though). I also...

  7. Ketamine drips post op for chronic pain pts

    Michifura replied to kanzi monkey's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting, I thought it was used more for anesthesia and by

  8. I regret!

    Michifura replied to SurvivorRN's topic in General Nursing

    I regret... not starting my nursing career earlier. living so far away (1400 miles) from my grandparents, 97 and 92 yo, and not being able to see them everyday and care for them how they cared for...

  9. Struggling keeping nurses in my unit

    Michifura replied to BellaSRN's topic in General Nursing

    The exit interview suggestion given earlier sounds great, with the feedback received you will know what to improve on for staff retention. In the unit I am currently working in, staff are leaving due...

  10. What are some key traits a person should possess to have a successful career?

    Michifura replied to siby.siby's topic in General Nursing

    To be successful in Nursing I believe one should have an open mind-willingness to always learn; flexibility-be able to adapt to multiple tasks and changes; passion; compassion; humility; teamplayer;...

  11. Passed my boards Saturday

    Michifura replied to csason's topic in General Nursing

    Way to go!! Good

  12. How much from nursing school do you retain??

    Michifura replied to believeallispossible's topic in General Nursing

    You'll be surprised, the info is there but will make sense when you actually see it or do it. I use a lot of what I learned in nursing school. When you study, study to learn it not to memorize it and...

  13. Did I handle this the right way with my coworker?

    Michifura replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    I think you handled it very well, you definitely need to stand your ground with her. I am surprised that with an attitude like that, that CNA is still employed, why is management still putting up with...

  14. Cruel and Animalish treatment to patient

    Michifura replied to joeyapple59's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for sharing. This should be a reminder to all healthcare professionals that we are humans and face many feelings and challenges but at the same time if we take on the privilege to take care of...

  15. Grief and family members: Didn't know what to do!!

    Michifura replied to Roy Fokker's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you did a great job! You were there for the family providing support while they were going through a hard time, pulling together the appropriate staff and resources, and you were there...

  16. Capping Ceremony

    Michifura replied to WhoNeedsaShot?'s topic in General Nursing

    When we did our pinning ceremony it was for the LPNs (approx 25) and RNs(approx 20). One year we had it in the school's performing arts auditorium but it ended up being too small for so many guests,...

  17. patient ratio

    Michifura replied to **LaurelRN's topic in Cardiac

    Wow, and I thought the PCU where I work was bad! I am in a cardio-thoracic surgical PCU so just like you we have drips, cabg pts with chest tubes and pacer wires, lung pts with chest tubes and pca...

  18. New Cardiac Nurse feeling scared once got to the floor, any words of wisdom

    Michifura replied to RN28MD's topic in Cardiac

    Cardiac units can be overwhelming, very sick patients, high acuity. Go in with an open mind, be a sponge try to absorb everything, be humble, ask questions many questions, know who your "go to"...

  19. Physical Assessment

    Michifura replied to 2bmalenurse007's topic in General Nursing

    I also use all except

  20. Cardiac Cath Closure Devices....What Is the Difference?

    Michifura posted a topic in Cardiac

    Can you please explain the difference between the closure devices used after cardiac cath. I often get report from cath lab saying: perclose, starclose, or angioseal in place. What is the difference,...

  21. What Do I Say...

    Michifura posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am not a hospice nurse, but have had great experience with hospice with my mother in law and referrals for hospitalized pts where I work. I do have an interest in hospice and hope to get into it in...

  22. Newbie

    Michifura replied to Meldey's topic in General Nursing

    How neat to hear that at such a young age you know what you want to do . Definitely get a good foundation in the science courses and math, this will be very helpful. The nursing field is awesome, you...

  23. confussed guidance

    Michifura replied to EmSChIcK609's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely go for your RN. Best of

  24. Need Help

    Michifura replied to tingler0's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing puts a toll not only on your back, your whole body, and on body parts you didn't even know you had :chuckle. I would reconsider going into nursing, especially if you already have back...

  25. NURSES & DOCTORS - to flirt or not to flirt

    Michifura replied to AnnaSL's topic in General Nursing

    I see it alot where I work, especially with the young nurses. There are a few nurses even dating doctors, what a mess that can be. The doctors all talk among themselves and talk behind the nurses...