rn-jane

rn-jane

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  1. a video to share: what I leaRNed

    rn-jane posted a topic in General Nursing

    A nurse sent me this video who i precepted years ago, nice video for new students, new grads and us old timers who needs reminding at times how rewarding our job can

  2. what time does your shift really end?

    rn-jane replied to sleepy1010's topic in General Nursing

    If I work 7-3 we can't leave or punch out til 3:23 but most times unless running late I get out between 330-345. But there have been times I'm leaving at 400 0r

  3. Being notified of elevated troponin....

    rn-jane replied to Blondie Nurse's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Would talk with the cardiologist or whoever is your chief medical officer about the problem. Maybe if they holler enough the lab manager will sit up and understand why its so important. Don't...

  4. failed ns...now what?? need advice

    rn-jane replied to 1lollipop's topic in New York Nursing

    First of all say to yourself "Is this what I want?" If the answer is yes then you have some work ahead of you. Make an appointment to talk with either a guidance counselor or one of the deans of the...

  5. HR in 40s. Doc insisting on dig IV

    rn-jane replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I say good nursing judgement. As for the doctor I think you need to speak with your nurse manager next staff meeting for this to be brought up and discussed with the doctor. There are parameters...

  6. giving your email to a patient, yes or no?

    rn-jane replied to Sterren's topic in General Nursing

    I so totally agree! It's nice that you feel like you communicated well, you did your job now you are done. It may sound cold but that is our job to provide them care and therapeutic communication...

  7. Just sharing some good and happy news

    rn-jane replied to Reigen's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats to your daughter! I bet mom is so

  8. need some guidance...

    rn-jane replied to passionbird's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Definitely appeal! You have rights, I would look into finding a lawyer maybe at the college if their is a law school there might be a help center where they can possibly provide you with information...

  9. Help! I quit nursing school and I might want to go back.

    rn-jane replied to Nguyenap87's topic in General Students

    If you have the regret then go back. I feel there are some really good schools out there and some no so great schools. Check out the schools before you apply, ones that usually have a waiting list...

  10. Being told a nursing career is a pipe dream

    rn-jane replied to heartbeep's topic in Nursing Career

    If you have the desire the "@$%% with everyone and just "do it"! Look 14 years ago when I told my family I wanted to be a nurse I was laughed at by my family, dh's family but I had the desire and a...

  11. really high dose of meds . .

    rn-jane replied to anon456's topic in General Nursing

    Love the pharmacist. Believe me a good one will have no problem letting the doc know the dosage is exceeding the normal limits or at least let the nurse know so they can call

  12. What has happened to nursing?

    rn-jane replied to mandm336's topic in General Nursing

    The rules are out there to protect us, patients and family members of our patients. People have a right to privacy and we as nurses and care givers have to respect the privacy and know there is a...

  13. Signed up for ACLS...what to expect?

    rn-jane replied to jmokeefe's topic in General Nursing

    Get yourself a book on acls and study before you go to the class. I really think you need to have some idea even before you go to the class, because there is a lot of information if this is new for...

  14. Advice for new CNA

    rn-jane replied to Marissa2619's topic in General Nursing

    :up:Marissa Give yourself a pat on the back! Congrats to you. I think if you want to work in a hospital call to talk with a nurse recruiter at the local hospitals around you. Tell them you will...

  15. Sharon Regional 2010 - Who's accepted? Still waiting?

    rn-jane replied to Streamline2010's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    "Okay, now that I received my rejection letter, I am free to speak freely. Here's my opinion of that school: Sh*t, and I'd already decided that before I ever interviewed." Sour grapes??? Sharon turns...

  16. cardiac step down as a new grad

    rn-jane replied to shehadi's topic in Cardiac

    The cleveland clinic is an awesome place if you get your foot in the door. It is about 90 min from me and the students from our area that get jobs there learn so much that whatever floor you choose...

  17. Difference between Progressive and Intermediate Care Units

    rn-jane replied to bunsterj's topic in Critical Care

    I work in an 80-bed step-down unit with both, but we are on the same team. We have levels 1-3, one being essential monitoring. 2 being our intermediate care unit which is heart patients recovering...

  18. About to graduate and very nervous!

    rn-jane replied to levans121687's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree with mary above, I knew nothing at least it felt that way when I got out of school. I felt like I made so many mistakes it was almost ridiculous. Things really don't seem to click...

  19. So frustrated. Need advice!!

    rn-jane replied to delvenia's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Okay it seems like you are really overwhelmed. Your preceptor needs to take you back a notch. Right now you are not handeling 6 patients well, just feeling overwhelmed and losing your confidence....

  20. What Cha Got Planned For Nurse's Week?

    rn-jane replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in General Nursing

    Getting a new job! Actually I'll be on vacation in siesta key but the next week new job, new

  21. Resignation Help

    rn-jane replied to newneedhelp's topic in General Nursing

    Realize that if you don't give 2 weeks notice you won't be able to use them as a reference down the road. Try talking face to face with your manager before giving them the letter and explaining your...

  22. About to make a switch

    rn-jane replied to HaveFaithRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You might want to try geting a casual job for one of the med surg floors. You can always get your foot in the door for ccu once they see you are doing well. Express your desire for telemetry nursing...

  23. My first day officially as an RN!!!!!!!!

    rn-jane replied to bunnie004's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck on your first day. Don't ever be afraid to ask for help. Nobody will think any less of you. They will think you are someone that cares about your patients. Good luck and let us know how...

  24. i cant do this anymore i totally regret becoming a rn!

    rn-jane replied to erin01's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh erin. What can I say but send you a hug. I know exactly where you are coming from because you sound like me 12 years ago. Working on a major metropolitan cardiac sdu is tough especially in your...

  25. Dont know what to say....PLEASE help

    rn-jane replied to esthomprn's topic in General Nursing

    You could say you feel you need more medical surgical opportunities which was not offered at your present facility for strengthening or advancing your skills as a nurse. Don't even talk about...