highlandlass1592

highlandlass1592 BSN, RN

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  1. Pocket Guides

    highlandlass1592 replied to pielęgniarka's topic in General Nursing

    Kathy White Fast Facts for Adult Critical Care and I use Tarason Internal Medicine and Critical Care pocketbook. The Tarascon is what the residents use when doing their critical care rotation, it's...

  2. Maybe a stupid question...

    highlandlass1592 replied to jmtndl's topic in General Nursing

    Depends upon your defibrillator but to pace on some machines, they have to be hooked up to the leads...the pads can pace but they won't give you a lead readout as well. So I was

  3. Am I doing it the same way as you?

    highlandlass1592 replied to tanthalas's topic in General Nursing

    I was reading your post and I guess I'm not clear on something. You said "I'm not terrible concerned as to why a patient is SOB" (citing the example). You mentioned it being more important to treat...

  4. Am I doing it the same way as you?

    highlandlass1592 replied to tanthalas's topic in General Nursing

    I hate to burst your bubble but you'll probably still be doing careplans as a nurse in some form or another. Nsg dx are one way we show how we do what we do. The interventions listed on care plans are...

  5. New job! UGH!!!

    highlandlass1592 replied to Jen2002's topic in General Nursing

    Why not speak to the manager or educator who assigns preceptors? There's nothing wrong with saying you don't feel you are a good fit with your preceptor and would like to try to learn from someone...

  6. CPR Certification

    highlandlass1592 replied to levisandtees's topic in General Nursing

    I've been licensed in 4 states, though not the one you mentioned. None of the states I've been licensed in mentioned CPR in their practice acts. I'd say you've got a pretty good chance that this is...

  7. New Grad entering CCU/ICU..opinions?

    highlandlass1592 replied to HACCGrad's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    You mentioned that hemodynamics is a headache. I love teaching hemodynamics and was told of a website that might help you: http://www.pacep.org/ It is free and the teaching is awesome. The more you...

  8. New Grad entering CCU/ICU..opinions?

    highlandlass1592 replied to HACCGrad's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Well congratulations! I was a new grad to the CCU many years ago. Don't let anyone dissuade you, it can be done. My orientation was 3 months long which was enough, 5 months should be a good fit for...

  9. On-Line RN-BSN Programs: Which would u chose?

    highlandlass1592 replied to xEdgexRNx's topic in General Nursing

    I used to live in North Carolina..the tuition is soooo cheap down there, I'm kicking myself that I didn't get my advanced degree while I was in state.

  10. Where can I find a nursing conference close to Modesto, CA?

    highlandlass1592 replied to CSUStanRN's topic in California Nursing

    May want to check local professional organizations...AACN would be in my case (I work in critical care.) Many local chapters sponsor edcuational opportunities. They may be able to help as well. What...

  11. Nurses who became famous

    highlandlass1592 replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Don't know if many are aware of her but Edith Cavell is noted for helping Allied servicemen escape from German hands in WWI. She was lauded for her bravery. (She was eventually shot by the Germans)....

  12. Braden Scale Question on Nutrition

    highlandlass1592 replied to dymnback's topic in General Nursing

    Well, gotta be honest with you. Learning to think like a nurse IS hard. You have to learn to critically think..and a key to that is to learn to think a problem through. That will be a challenge for...

  13. Obtaining Masters in Nursing

    highlandlass1592 replied to CJsGirlRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    looking at grad school myself right now. i've got a couple of friends who are np's and it's a demanding program. i think you need to determine what type of master's you want to achieve...you could...

  14. Braden Scale Question on Nutrition

    highlandlass1592 replied to dymnback's topic in General Nursing

    LOL don't get too wrapped up in Braden...some facilities don't even use it. That being said, a couple of things to consider: pt's weight isn't always a good indicator of nutritional status: a pt can...

  15. what would you have done?(long)

    highlandlass1592 replied to southernnursern8407's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You did the right thing. I'd talk to my supervisor about it and see if you can't get them to see your side of the story. No one should have to take that nonsense from a physician. It is hard to learn...

  16. Wishing experienced nurses would have mercy on me!!

    highlandlass1592 replied to new_oldRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Gosh, I remember that feeling. I had a lot of nurses like that when I was new. And when I was a travel nurse, I had to deal with that every contract=every 13 weeks. You have to remember: you will...

  17. more layoffs

    highlandlass1592 replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know that you need to run out and start selling chili and gumbo (:nuke:) but I think you need to learn how to make yourself as valuable as possible as a nurse. Expand your skills set, gain new...

  18. more layoffs

    highlandlass1592 replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hospital I"m at just announced some layoffs of non-patient care staff. (I"m in Michigan and it's not the facility MichiganRN is speaking of). What scares me is they are being pretty tight-lipped about...

  19. On-Line RN-BSN Programs: Which would u chose?

    highlandlass1592 replied to xEdgexRNx's topic in General Nursing

    You could check out where I'm going...University of Michigan-Flint. Completely

  20. Need shoe advice!

    highlandlass1592 replied to aprilr's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I've worn Z coils for a couple of years now. I know they look a little funny but my back and feet never hurt anymore (I've got bilateral heel spurs so I know about foot and back pain). website:...

  21. PBDS for ICU

    highlandlass1592 replied to Misty1's topic in General Nursing

    I find it interesting that you say you signed a confidentiality agreement with taking this test. I never did and am happy to help other nurses who may need to take this horrendous test. There is much...

  22. PBDS for ICU

    highlandlass1592 replied to Misty1's topic in General Nursing

    This is really a bogus test. You watch a video and then are supposed to write down what you are anticipating the medical treatment will be. We are not doctors and shouldn't really have to take...

  23. Completely confused about filling Foley balloon

    highlandlass1592 replied to fsaav's topic in General Nursing

    You should always go by manufacturer recommendations. If the kit says it has a 10cc balloon, that is how much you saline you inflate with. I would disagree with your second instructor, it isn't...

  24. I fear my CNAs! lol

    highlandlass1592 replied to Gr8Dane's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm..I was looking at your profile and your experience stated you have less than one year experience. Do you think that is having an impact on how you deal with the CNA's? I know when I was a younger...

  25. Can PICC line be delegated? What's the rationale behind it?

    highlandlass1592 replied to DaisyChains's topic in General Nursing

    You should check your policy and procedure manual if you haven't already done so. And you need to check the nurse practice act for your state. By state boards, LPN's may be restricted to using PICC...