FLOBRN

FLOBRN

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  1. Feel like I'm contstantly making mistakes!

    FLOBRN replied to Nicole2010's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Nicole You will get better at things as time goes on. 12 weeks is NOT enough to make you and experienced L/D nurse, so try and relax a bit if you can. My question is why are "they" "throwing you to...

  2. What have you done without a Dr. order?

    FLOBRN replied to PureLifeRN's topic in General Nursing

    WOW! I can't imagine a Dr. actually entering an

  3. Help with Presentation on PRECIPITOUS DELIVERY

    FLOBRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    not sure if this is exactly what you are looking for.. Precipitating Labor Ppt Presentation...

  4. I've been bullied all my life, and it continues...

    FLOBRN replied to asdjkl's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Honey, this is what is called a "hostile workplace" aka bullying and intimidation. Have you gone to your manager about this? One way I approached it was to post articles about this. I did a Journal...

  5. Palo Alto Nurses turn down latest offer

    FLOBRN posted a topic in California Nursing

    I see the Palo Alto nurses ( am thinking Stanford) have turned down their latest contract offer. Wonder what the sticking points are? The article in the San Jose paper said they were offered 4%raise...

  6. How long in bed for post C/S mothers?

    FLOBRN replied to MeditationPeace's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Out of bed in 6 hours where I am. It is something the charts are audited for as

  7. OBs doing unnecessary C-Sections and inductions

    FLOBRN replied to a_wallace4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    This is exactly the way it is where I work as well. PS We do about 1800 deliveries a

  8. California's 2010 New Grad RN Program

    FLOBRN replied to gwafuh_rn's topic in California Nursing

    Here is a little article about the hospital.

  9. No jobs in florida for new grads

    FLOBRN replied to pmeeksSN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I was just over on the California board posting and at the top of the page was a banner from Florida Hospital advertising 200 new positions in ICU and PCU!! Go

  10. Palo Alto Nurses turn down latest offer

    FLOBRN replied to FLOBRN's topic in California Nursing

    From the little I have been able to read, they have their own union - CRONA. I agree that the requirement to be regularly published is a bit out there. But if they require a MSN or PhD for that...

  11. You know you're Old School when...

    FLOBRN replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    Training on the west coast( Wa state) then moving to Nova Scotia for love. "you want me to do what???? Put on a BREAD POLTICE?" What the heck is that? MAKING condom drainage devices on night shift...

  12. Palo Alto Nurses turn down latest offer

    FLOBRN replied to FLOBRN's topic in California Nursing

    I hear ya. Out here where I work, they have instituted "pay for performance". If you want a raise, you have to participate in research, committee's that sort of thing. No more just come in and do your...

  13. I'm really angry!!! And i just need to vent!!!!

    FLOBRN replied to GM RN 2010's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am in central florida and work at winter haven hospital. not a lot available there. BUT I did find this over at Lakeland Regional http://lrmc.jobs/residency.php In this area, you can take ACLS for...

  14. Chamberlain College of Nursing BSN Program

    FLOBRN replied to SL2014's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Someone posted about beware of hidden costs...well this isn't a hidden cost but OMG!! As you all know, I have been researching rn-bsn programs like a lot of people. I ran across Colorado Technical and...

  15. Mandated scrub colors

    FLOBRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Sigh...so my hospital is joining the sheep and going to mandated scrub colors. They are saying they do not have to provide any scrubs free of charge even though it is a requirement. Have you been...

  16. Which RN-BSN online program did you chose and why ?

    FLOBRN replied to mondragon's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Chamberlain is currently my #2. I am putting #1 as Thomas Edison State. Has anyone been through this

  17. Just got my first job in OB...VERY excited but nervous too...

    FLOBRN replied to MarcyRN3385's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Your solid background in med-surg will be a great asset to you. All the things you saw on med-surg you will eventually see in OB, diabetes (commonly),hypertension(frequently) liver failure, kidney...

  18. Nurse Practice Act exam???

    FLOBRN replied to FLOBRN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yup thats the test. Ok so nothing to freak out over then. Good to know. I could just picture myself running 3-4 computer screens trying to find the elusive answers on some obscure point of nursing...

  19. As another semester at Chamberlain comes to a close ...

    FLOBRN replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    : ) THAT is encouraging... Many people I work with are taking it at the local CC 2 -3 times to pass

  20. As another semester at Chamberlain comes to a close ...

    FLOBRN replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for the info ! I filled out the "call me" form so expect they will be ringing my phone bright and early in the AM. Will let you know what happens. My biggest obstacle is TOTAL FEAR of any and...

  21. Take-home pay

    FLOBRN replied to BSNbyFaith's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, all of that is available. Also Clinical Rewards program and tuition reimbursement. Most of those are "routine" benefits for part/full time employment. We also have AFLAC and other insurance...

  22. IV push hydralazine or labetalol - tele?

    FLOBRN replied to klone's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We give both on L/D. No tele. 1:1 care. VERY freq

  23. No jobs in florida for new grads

    FLOBRN replied to pmeeksSN's topic in Florida Nursing

    Are you willing to commute outside of Orlando? You may want to check Davenport- Heart of Florida Hospital, Winter Haven - Winter Haven Hospital and Lakeland - Lakeland Regional Medical Center. All...

  24. As another semester at Chamberlain comes to a close ...

    FLOBRN replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hey all you successful Chamberlain peoples : )!! Sounds like you are doing great. I am looking at this program and have a question. I saw somewhere here on Allnurses, they do not take credits older...

  25. Chamberlain College of Nursing BSN Program

    FLOBRN replied to SL2014's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Ok I am reading all about the fast track program Chamberlain has. A bit expensive but I can deal with that if necessary. My question is someone posted they do not take credits older than 10 years. Is...