guest042302019

guest042302019 BSN, RN

Progressive, Intermediate Care, and Stepdown

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  1. Reported to the BON

    I've had good experiences so far. Can never be too careful I guess. I do my job to the best of my ability. If there's ever anything issue, we just figure it out and move
  2. New Grad Tele Advice

    Learn to Read ECGs – ECG Academy Home Page, A cardiologist teach the very basics all the way to the super cool stuff. I love the videos and it's reasonably
  3. New nurse in a specialty field??

    It's going to be overwhelming at first and frankly I'm surprised they are taking new grads in that specialty. However, it's not unheard of. You're going to have your hand held for awhile because life...
  4. New Nurse Blues

    Why are you working ED as a new nurse? Absolutely there are lower pace floors and settings. I wouldn't work ED as a young person. It's often a jungle. Entertaining but a jungle. I don't know. Start...
  5. Bowel elimination

    Okay, what system do you need to assess if stool gets on it? What may happen to it? Why is this situation potentially dangerous for that particular system? That should get the brain juices flowing a...
  6. Nursing Care plan

    Okay, you're on the right track. What service would be responsible for "rehab" after a "hip surgery." Super vital for getting strength back up. Think about it. You may mention them and role in your...
  7. Please help me understand. Can iv fluid affect...

    Yes, it can affect the thirst mechanism. But, why? That's the question. Consider where the thirst response and mechanism comes from. It's not fluid bolts. It's bolus.
  8. May I interview you for my research paper?

    Don't be afraid to take a non-traditional job right away. They preach to start in the hospital. That's not necessary. Broaden your horizon. Be willing to drive up to an hour away for a job. Sometimes...
  9. Just finished the MSN/Informatics

    I'm currently in the program. I'm finding it feels like a lot of fluff. Have you learned viable skills from the degree? And, have you gotten job offers or advancement opportunities from taking it?...
  10. repeating maternity

    I would've have failed that semester (maternity/Peds) had not dropped out. I can tell you that I've been exactly where you are. It's highly disappointing but there is light at the end of the tunnel....
  11. How long are accelerated nursing programs in the U.S.?

    I've seen 12-14 months. I would NEVER do something like unless absolutely have to. A friend of mine did that and she barely had time to sleep. I hear the are super intense! Worth it? Depends on your...
  12. Doing Checked off Clinical skills at home?

    Agreed. You're providing care to your family that needs it. If you're still worried, check with a favorite instructor or programs director just to make
  13. How to do amazing in nursing school?

    If you've completed per-requisites, then you are studying exactly what you need to be studying. Frankly, enjoy life before the program because you aren't gonna be doing a dang thing while in the...
  14. Professionalism Award at nursing school

    Frankly, a professionalism award is nice to get in school but I can't it carrying much weight outside of school. It's probably a way to indirectly promote professional behavior among students by your...
  15. School non academic dishonesty

    I don't see how a group of students would be dismissed because an irresponsible clinical instructor made an unprofessional decision. I agree with the post above. Be honest and hope for the
  16. Pre nursing vaccines

    Unsure about testing positive. However, I would contact the nursing program director or whomever your contact is in the nursing program. Tell them your dilemma and make sure they are in the loop....
  17. Manager catch phrases

    Manager interrupts bedside report, "Are you using your bedside nursing report scripts?" Enough
  18. "Prestige" Nursing Schools

    Prestige schools is an ego thing. Do they get a better education? Maybe? Who knows? When did that ever matter when a heart stops? When did a patient ever ask where I went to school? Uh, never... I...
  19. Not my problem!

    A simple apology between the two should suffice. Weird how the teacher made a big out of this by sending them to any office at all. This is a silly
  20. Pass NCLEX 8th time

    Your perseverance is inspiring! Congratulations!!!! Welcome to club! Now get to work there's a shortage that needs to be
  21. Is It a Full Moon?

    I believe the full moon theory is a self fulfilling prophecy. If you believe it, it will come and manifest. If you believe your night is going to be crappy, it probably will. It's all about...
  22. Leggings as nursing attire???

    4 years ago, as a brand new nurse in a "charge nurse" role in a small, rural nursing home, I made the grave mistake of pointing out a young CNAs leggings as unprofessional. I did so because there was...
  23. Stay away from Supplemental Healthcare Staffing!

    I've heard of them through travel nurse facebook groups. It's funny I come across this comment tdoay because I just did a "Top 10 Tips for New Travel Nurses" video on youtube. I make videos on Youtube...
  24. Job Interview Today!

    Not a big deal to ask for a reference. It's professional to do so. I'm sure they appreciate your honesty and being in the loop so they can plan accordingly. It's the natural progression for people to...
  25. Reported to the BON

    While I'm not an APN, this really validates my feelings about holding malpractice insurance. I've spoken to a few nurses out there and I keep hearing, "It increases your likelihood of being sued...