Tina, RN

Tina, RN

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  1. Sanitary covering of tattoos for the workplace?

    Tina, RN replied to bustthewave's topic in General Nursing

    I think the ace wrap is a great idea! You could get a couple of them, so you'd always have a clean one while the other is being washed. But, I do agree with everyone else that said you'll probably be...

  2. what is nursing school like?

    Tina, RN replied to johnnyDoGood's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing school requires a lot of time and commitment. There were many, many nights in college where most of my friends were going out to party, and I was stuck home, doing schoolwork and going to bed...

  3. As a nurse, how do you tell your PCP you want anti-anxiety meds?

    Tina, RN replied to squatmunkie_RN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    First, I would recommend that you request additional orientation. I think that if you discuss it with your NM, it will look much better for you, rather than wait for someone to complain behind your...

  4. If you go to the ER or doctor's office, do you tell them you're a nurse?

    Tina, RN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Nah, I never say that I'm a nurse. But, I usually give myself away with my questions and terminology. And if someone asks if I am a nurse, I tell the truth. I don't know why I don't mention it. It's...

  5. What do I put on online job app re: last 10 yrs was a stay-at-home-mom?

    Tina, RN replied to Irock's topic in General Nursing

    I was recently in a similar situation! I had been home with my children for 7 years. I wanted to return to work per diem, so I took a refresher class. On my applications, I simply wrote that I was a...

  6. ER speedbump

    Tina, RN replied to t.houck's topic in General Nursing

    When I was a new RN, I nearly passed out watching a patient have a bone marrow aspiration done. I was standing there, knew I was about to go down, and quickly excused myself to the staff breakroom. I...

  7. Fired because they "can't afford me"...now what?

    Tina, RN replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Go with your gut feeling. For

  8. Gotta Wear Shades

    Tina, RN replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    YAY! What fantastic news for you. Best wishes in your new

  9. ...best jobs while in nursing school.

    Tina, RN replied to brotherbear's topic in General Students

    I would say the best job to have while in nursing school is a CNA or PCT at a hospital. I did the 3-11 shift per diem while I was in school. It's good to get used to dealing with patients, plus the...

  10. New Grad with an offer at Magnet hospital

    Tina, RN replied to MsSocalRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would go to Tennessee!! Assuming, of course, that your husband is agreeable to this. The Tennessee job sounds awesome!! Best

  11. Officially not going to be a school nurse, at least not this year.

    Tina, RN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    You dodged a bullet, for sure. Good for you! Imagine how they must treat their employees if they treat prospective employees this

  12. What kind of nurse are you?

    Tina, RN replied to EricaSAFJAF's topic in General Nursing

    I am a per diem float at a local hospital. I love it! I make my own schedule, and get to see something new every

  13. Frustrated with having to work

    Tina, RN replied to SalishRN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. I think the 11 days off is probably making it tough for you. It really is like going back after a vacation, time after time after time. You should try to redo your schedule. Best wishes, hang...

  14. So what do you do if you cut your finger?

    Tina, RN replied to anon456's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sure that you'll be OK for school clinicals. Explain to your instructor, and maybe you can just observe today, and do charting or something. I'd cover it with the smallest gauze possible, then...

  15. Who was the last patient to just break your heart?

    Tina, RN replied to ChristaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Last night I was at work. One of my patients was an elderly man with CVA, left sided weakness. Extensive medical history, including prior CVA which had affected his speech. But, he is alert and...

  16. Cute Handwashing Video Featuring Some of My Friends!

    Tina, RN replied to Penelope_Pitstop's topic in General Nursing

    LOVED

  17. Tips for a new nurse

    Tina, RN replied to car2614's topic in General Nursing

    Right after I take report on my patients, I take a few minutes to make myself a checklist. I divide a blank sheet of paper up, so that all patients are all listed on the front, separated by a...

  18. swollen lips...should I reschedule interview?

    Tina, RN replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    Ice the lip, and hope for the best. Don't cancel the interview, though. If it's still swollen, you can always smile, and apologize when you greet the interviewer. Just explain that your lip was in the...

  19. Any hints on organizing patient info?

    Tina, RN replied to eyeball's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am constantly on the lookout for a better report sheet. So if anyone has a good one, please let me know! At my job, we have "pencil cardexes" on each patient. When I come in, I copy down all the...

  20. New Grad and my stress level is at a MAX!!! Help

    Tina, RN replied to harder88's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't be so hard on yourself! You will "get it", but it takes time. Believe me. I was a huge bundle of nerves when I graduated and started my first RN job. I was a wreck, constantly. Crying on the...

  21. New Nurse Grad, New RN, First Job!!

    Tina, RN replied to costarica786's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats on passing the NCLEX, and on finding a job! :) I work per diem at a hospital. The way my scheduling works is this: The schedules are done for 4 weeks at a time. When the new schedule comes...

  22. change is here.

    Tina, RN replied to nsaids_nurse420's topic in General Nursing

    My vote is for option #1. The second one seems like way too much trouble, and the third will leave you unemployed at the end of the year. Best wishes, whatever you decide!

  23. Interview left me speechless

    Tina, RN replied to loving2's topic in General Nursing

    RUN!!!!!

  24. First Med Error in 15 years

    Tina, RN replied to danursern's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry this happened. It sounds like you handled the error to the best of your ability. Two things: One day of orientation??!! That is awful... Also, what is a "G

  25. Thoughts from an RN, returning to the floor after 9 years...

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the nice comments, everyone! I am in NY, right in the middle of the state. I actually tried to get per diem work for a while, but no hospitals would hire me without a refresher, since I had...