oryxandcake

oryxandcake

CHN, MH & Addictions, Acute Med, Neuro.

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  1. Drug testing in Canada (Specifically BC)??

    oryxandcake replied to heymackzzzz's topic in International Nursing

    I've never heard of it happening in our health authorities in

  2. Nurses, it's time to harden up

    oryxandcake replied to Koyaanisqatsi-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to say I like your user

  3. How to perform a Papanicolaou Test ?

    oryxandcake replied to natalia13's topic in International Nursing

    In BC, one has to take the reproductive health/sti course to be certified. Following that, there are standards set that one needs to meet when practicing the procedure. Considering how invasive the...

  4. Is nursing shortage a myth?

    oryxandcake replied to Angitia's topic in General Students

    I really don't think this is something to get angry over. Access to jobs is cyclical. It correlates with the economy. Nursing, like others have mentioned, is not immune to this. Additionally, even if...

  5. Wife Doesnt Want Like the Idea

    oryxandcake replied to Luminosity's topic in Men in Nursing

    It sounds like you already have made up your mind. Go for it. The only thing you will regret is not entering the program earlier. As for the marital aspect, I would suggest doing your homework, coming...

  6. Has Anyone done the Athabasca LPN- BSN bridge?

    oryxandcake replied to lilaclover's topic in International Nursing

    As the aforementioned poster said, the program really leaves your success up to you. If you have the discipline, you can definitely finish in three years. It looks like in class and distance will...

  7. Thinking about jumping in..

    oryxandcake replied to mowski1214's topic in General Nursing

    I think you would complement the profession quite

  8. How do you unwind after a shift?

    oryxandcake posted a topic in International Nursing

    Just got home an hour ago from a crazy day shift. Showered, in pajamas, going to watch some six feet under with some tea. How do you unwind after a long day of

  9. How do you unwind after a shift?

    oryxandcake replied to oryxandcake's topic in International Nursing

    Hahah we're not here to judge, Pepper. A glass of red wine at dinner has indicated positive health effects. When I worked LTC, I always ended up falling asleep on my couch...sometimes in my scrubs...

  10. Nurse/Patient Ratios

    oryxandcake replied to markjrn's topic in International Nursing

    3-4:1 days 4-5:1 nights on a medical unit. Vancouver,

  11. Those at the 1-2 year mark of nursing

    oryxandcake replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm I would be discouraged by all of these posts.. Maybe I am just lucky, but in all of the places I work I find support and enjoy working there. Yes, the shift work can be long and crazy at times;...

  12. New grad in LTC needs advice

    oryxandcake replied to QNurStudent's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Screw ém. and when they ask in your interview why you only stayed three months, tell them it wasn't the right place for you and that you wanted to follow you passion. You know you're working in a...

  13. Nervous about being a new grad

    oryxandcake replied to Lizzie21's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't know if you use this tool - but I find SBAR extremely helpful in organizing the pertinent details. Also, keep in mind that most physicians quantify - so if you're trying to convey an emergency...

  14. Question regarding a college degree and getting into grad school..

    oryxandcake posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi there! For nurses who have pursued their masters - did you previously get your degree from a college. If so, did it have an effect on your application process? I graduated from Douglas with my BSN...

  15. The "bully" nurse

    oryxandcake replied to MikeyBSN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I worked in residential care I found that the powerlessness that the staff felt translated into bullying behavior to everyone - including patients. It was the bullying and constant negativity...

  16. Frustrated with having to work

    oryxandcake replied to SalishRN's topic in General Nursing

    You may think your schedule is awesome but I think it is what is getting you down. I think a change of pace would be great for you. Maybe something less acute but still challenging. Then you don't...

  17. Ethical dilemma at work?

    oryxandcake replied to ok2bme's topic in General Nursing

    First and foremost you are to provide care for the patient. This means addressing her mental and sexual health. I understand that often sexual health is put on the side - but if she is having sex...

  18. anyone who took CPNRE 15 SEP?

    oryxandcake replied to sonoqueen's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    The rule is (and I've done the LPN and RN licensing exams) if you feel like you've failed you've

  19. What do you like about being an RN in Canada?

    oryxandcake replied to healthdesk's topic in International Nursing

    I like the variety. You are exposed to so many different people, cultures, experiences. The stories from staff and patients are enlightening, hilarious and sometimes heart wrenching. If you want to...

  20. What would you nurses like to see more of in Health Care and Nursing?

    oryxandcake posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hey! So just to move the conversations away from school for awhile... I want to know - what direction do you see health care moving in the next 5-10 years... and where would you like to see it?...

  21. New Grad RN Advice Please

    oryxandcake replied to joanna73's topic in International Nursing

    I am too lazy to read all the other posts but what I can add is to find out names of managers and email them personally with a cover letter and resume. It's hard to break into the health authorities...

  22. What do you think of the Vienna Declaration?

    oryxandcake posted a topic in General Nursing

    Drug policy has had a significant influence on how health care providers attend to the needs of patients with addictions and co-related illnesses (HIV, Hep C, mental illness). While addiction is...

  23. Seeking opinions on 35:1 patient ratio.

    oryxandcake replied to VSsn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I worked 30:1 as an LPN and after awhile found it to be exhausting and really, not worth it. Like the others mentioned, the people you are working with and whether or not they work as team, has a huge...

  24. What do you think of the Vienna Declaration?

    oryxandcake replied to oryxandcake's topic in General Nursing

    decriminalization is not the same as legalizing. decriminalization refers to no longer making it a crime to use drugs; however, regulations would still be in place for people who use. legalization on...

  25. Refused only 1 med but they're already all crushed together?

    oryxandcake replied to anonymous1919's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If you're new, you could always ask others what patients are more inclined to refuse meds and make a point of assessing them prior to med admin. It also would be good to find out why they don't want...