loriann

loriann BSN, RN

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  1. Covering tele for a non-tele nurse

    loriann replied to grouchy's topic in General Nursing

    I think that pretty much sums it up. I work on a tele floor and we had a non-tele float down a few times and they were given the med/surg type patients who were stable in their rhythms. I think all...

  2. Accused of being too busy and not "social" enough?? (long)

    loriann replied to jbp0529's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think it's great you spoke with your manager and also that you feel you could have been more assertive in getting your needs across. Hopefully, things will be different next time. I understand how...

  3. New nurses: night shift to day shift?

    loriann replied to Angie_Baby's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in Manhattan, base pay is $35/hr with an additional $4-5 for night shift. It seems most nurses start nights here and then eventually go to days when positions become available. I know of nurses...

  4. Do You Feel Respected as a Nurse?

    loriann replied to jollyjenny's topic in General Nursing

    For the most part, yes, I feel respected. My family is very proud and my friends are amazed at what I do and see. As a matter of fact, this is my second career, and almost all people I know are much...

  5. Lymes disease...the silent killer everyone should know about...

    loriann replied to Neferet's topic in General Nursing

    This is an interesting post and thanks to the OP for sharing her story. A few years back, I was camping and was bitten by a deer tick. I developed the classic bulls-eye pattern, which was posted...

  6. Am I crazy to leave Postpartum for Cardiac?

    loriann replied to RosalindRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    That's great...I have to use that one!! I think it's great you want to try something else. Cardiac nursing has so many different areas you can look into and you will learn FOREVER. I'm in tele and I...

  7. I need scrubs............help!

    loriann replied to jessi1106's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I use allheart.com, but I will spend money on scrubs so I'm comfortable and ones that have great pockets. I buy the Dickies Hip Flips in medium tall, and they have 3 side leg pockets. Their regular...

  8. Question for Cathlab/tele/Special proced RNs

    loriann replied to sharann's topic in Cardiac

    Definitely a rolled blanket or pillow under the knees. I've never rolled anyone post-cath, but I suppose it would be fine as long as the affected leg remains

  9. New nurse need help with stethoscope purchase

    loriann replied to RNgoolia's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    It initially felt heavier than the one I used in nursing school, because it is heavier, but you will get used to it. I usually wear my hair up, but when it is down, I don't have any problems with it...

  10. IV Certification....New York

    loriann replied to BetterMeRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Glad I could help. I'm curious to know how good that company is...for future

  11. IV Certification....New York

    loriann replied to BetterMeRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Google a company called "Ivecon." I remember seeing that name in a nursing magazine. Also, subscribe to "Advance for Nursing," which has a lot of ads at the back for jobs, trainings,

  12. The End of the Code

    loriann replied to msdobson's topic in Cardiac

    I think this approach is encouraged now. I remember taking my ACLS class a few months ago and this is something we did. I also saw this in 2 codes I was in

  13. Got through my first day.... but I'm scared to DEATH

    loriann replied to PatricksRNMommy's topic in Cardiac

    Your patient load does seem high. I work on a tele-step down unit and we have 4-5 patients max. Are you doing your own tele monitoring or do you have a tech? As for getting through, I asked loads of...

  14. Suggestions for Supplies

    loriann replied to cns48's topic in Cardiac

    I tend to use the calipers on the monitor as well. However, if you want practice, you can print strips and use the old stanby! We have mailboxes on our unit, so I leave my calipers in there. Like...

  15. Will be going into Cardiac Nursing...

    loriann replied to Epona's topic in Cardiac

    I'm not sure if this would help, but maybe you could volunteer on a cardiac unit. The volunteers in the hospital I work in do various things, but maybe you could approach a nurse manager and let them...

  16. New nurse need help with stethoscope purchase

    loriann replied to RNgoolia's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have the Littman Cardio III and love it. Some of my co-workers have a Welch-Allyn (sp?) and swear by it. Best thing to do is to go to a store where and try them

  17. Sign on bonuses

    loriann replied to NYpedsgal's topic in New York Nursing

    I never say any offer for sign-on bonuses in NYC when I was interviewing (last year). I think that is a thing of the past now. If you want a sign-on bonus, look to the south or maybe midwest

  18. Everyone tells me not to spend a lot of money on schools...is it true?

    loriann replied to spiffae's topic in New York Nursing

    I wouldn't spend money on a big-name school for anything other than becoming a lawyer, doctor or business degree. I work with plenty of people who went to the Columbias and NYUs and they are earning...

  19. Moving to Lafayette,Syracuse

    loriann replied to nursegirl62's topic in New York Nursing

    Hi: I don't live in Central New York anymore, but grew up there. The closest city would be Syracuse, which is maybe a half hour drive from Lafayette (I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong)....

  20. Average hours an RN works a week

    loriann replied to james2007's topic in General Nursing

    36 hours 3 weeks a month and then the fourth week is 48 hours (1 extra 12 hour shift). I always thought everyone who worked 3 12's worked like that, but I guess I was

  21. med/surg or tele before ICU?

    loriann replied to lupe's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am on a tele floor and its my first job. In addition to the cardiac patients, we often get med/surg patients with cardiac issues, so we end up doing lots of wound care, have lots of patients with...

  22. RN CM and MSW background

    loriann posted a topic in Case Management

    Hi Everyone: I've looked through some of the threads for some answers and decided to post. I graduated with my BSN in 10/06 and currently work on a telemetry floor. I'm in my late 30's and I don't...

  23. Telemetry for New Grad?

    loriann replied to KES's topic in Cardiac

    I started in Tele 6 months ago and absolutely LOVE it!! It was tough at first, but everyday I feel more confident. Learning the rhythms, treatments, etc. is great knowledge to have, and, if you're...

  24. RN CM and MSW background

    loriann replied to loriann's topic in Case Management

    14 views and no responses?? Someone here must have an

  25. 12 or 8 hour shifts

    loriann replied to doggybour's topic in New York Nursing

    Don't forget the 4th shift you have every month (4 shifts in 1 week as opposed to 3). As for the OP, yes you can find time for yourself when working 12-hour shifts. I found it a little difficult at...