Brian ASN, RN

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    Must Read International Nursing Topics - All users please read

    Brian posted a topic in International Nursing

    Please read the following Frequently Asked Questions for International Nursing Topics for many of your questions. Start here: A Primer For All That Wish To Work In The US Few Facts That...
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    A Nurses Christmas Poem

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    A Nurses Christmas Author Unknown T'was the night before Christmas & all through the floor, The Lasix was filling the foley's galore. Stockings were worn, to prevent emboli, They came in two...
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    Great Apps for Great Nurses

    Brian posted a topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    Whether you are tech savvy or not, there is no denying that there are many great nursing apps you can download with just the tap of a screen. In fact, nursing apps are revolutionizing the nursing...
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    Habits you picked up from work...

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    What are some of the habits that you pick up from work? Click Like if you enjoyed it. Please share this with friends and post your comments
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    Do you identify yourself as a nurse when you or your family are a patient?

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    We've all been in the situation when either we are the patient or our family and/or loved ones are the patient. Do you identify yourself as a nurse? Please answer our quick poll, then share your...
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    Not a people person... (Yikes!)

    Brian posted a topic in General Students

    Do you think you should have "people person" (communication) skills to go into nursing? Some people think - YES, it's a requirement. Others strongly believe that it if you are not a people person than...
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    Drama...drama....drama....

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    We thought once we were out of school we'd be done with drama queens....and kings. But no... We still have to deal with the silly daily dramas at work. What are some of your best drama queen/king...
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    Patients afraid of needles...

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Every often we get a patient that has a fear of needles. What do you do? What's your secret in calming these patients? Please share your most memorable experience with the community. Click Like if you...
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    Nursing Shortcuts: What works for you?

    Brian posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yes, Nurses have them, shortcuts. Not the ones that can place a patient's life in jeopardy, however. Planning ahead and prioritizing is a must to ensure safe outcomes. Some shortcuts may include,...
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    Is there a nurse on the plane?

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    Nurses, have you ever had to handle or help out in an In-flight emergency? Please share your story and the details of what took place. This blog post about doctors on planes was what sparked me to...
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    Patients hitting on nurses

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    LOL ... we thought we would poke fun at Batman since the new Batman movie is about to launch (July 20th) Do you have any stories you want to share about patients hitting on you or a co-worker? Click...
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    Daytonite has passed away...

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    It is with a heavy heart that we announce the loss of one of our most beloved members, Daytonite. Daytonite was instrumental in working with the nursing students here at allnurses.com. She was always...
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    Nurse as a patient...

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Have you ever taking care of a patient who is a nurse? How did they behave? Demanding? Understanding? Please share this with friends and post your comments
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    Having a hard time saying 'no' to working overtime

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    The word NO in this instance, needs to be in caps. Overtime, working extra shifts are a reality. Deciding to work extra though is or should be your choice. allnurses hears frequently about nurses...
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    Splendid Opportunities in Nursing

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Nurses, make $30-$35 a week! :) The Chicago School of Nursing was one of the first, largest and most popular of the Home Study nursing programs The school was founded in 1899 by Dr. Orville Juan...
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    What do you do to mask odors? A mask? Vicks under nose?

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Ooohhh ick smells! We've all had those odors that just really get to us. For some, its the GIB, for others C-dif, and for some, stage IV ulcers. We all know our own nemesis. Now, how we deal with them...
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    What to do after a rough shift?

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    What do you do after a rough shift? Have fun with the girls? Eat chocolate? Or, do you just go straight to bed? Click Like if you enjoyed it. Please share this with friends and post your comments...
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    My phone keeps going off at work...

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Do you carry your phone around work? Does your place of work have a phone/technology policy? Click Like if you enjoyed it. Please share this with friends and post your comments below! Want more...
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    Every Nurse has that one patient they'll remember forever

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    Nurses, There are always a handful of people that stay with you like this! Let's hear your stories! I'm sure there are hundreds of wonderful stories to share with each
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    Two CVICU nurses singing about ACLS!

    Brian posted a topic in Nurses Rock

    Here is a great video of Two CVICU nurses singing about ACLS! I hope you enjoy the video. You're Not Gonna Die! {The Way I Am - Ingrid Michaelson Nursing Parody} I'd love to hear your comment on...
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    Late for work excuses

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    As Nurses, we've all probably been late a time or two. 30 feet of snow, car trouble, sick children, no babysitter ... the list goes on. But, potholes in the parking lot of the hospital? I can hear the...
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    Cranky Old Man - What Do You See Nurses?

    Brian posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This poem has been passed around for decades, some nurses say they saw it back in the '70s. However, it's a great reminder especially with the new year near approaching. As the story goes...When an...
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    All about the bling...

    Brian posted a topic in General Nursing

    Many Nurses place charms, coverings, and other ornaments on their stethoscopes. It may be a good way to individualize your instrument and possibly reduce the chances of it getting lost. But, maybe...
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    More Nursing Student financial woes

    Brian posted a topic in General Students

    Nursing Students do undergo many financial issues. It's a given. But, trying to finance the use of a pen might be an extreme. We've discussed different ways to finance a Nursing program. Some...
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    Don't become an injury statistic...

    Brian posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've read that more musculoskeletal injuries are suffered by Nurses and other healthcare workers than any other business industry. Nurses in hospitals and other entities provide in-service training...