CASTLEGATES

CASTLEGATES

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  1. All about employment exams of hospitals in NCR

    CASTLEGATES replied to mrasa20's topic in General Nursing

    I've taken 2 hour exams, personality exams...they're all about the same. Just be honest, brush up on your meds, dosage and calcs and you'll breeze through it. They're looking to weed out nurses that...

  2. HELP Resident calling baby "stupid" What to do!!!??

    CASTLEGATES replied to WittleOnesRN's topic in General Nursing

    Have you seen the comedian Louis CK when he talks about his "stupid" 4 year old? Hilarious! http://comedians.comedycentral.com/louis-c-k-/videos/louis-c-k----talking-to-a-five-year-old To be honest,...

  3. Pneumothorax and...massage?

    CASTLEGATES replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    I had pneumothorax. Massage was one thing I wouldn't do but if they want it and it helps...patient is always right. Basically you're squishing air between the tissues. I had nice crepitus for a few...

  4. License endorsements..pls help

    CASTLEGATES replied to nurse_atl's topic in Immigration Advice

    It depends on the state and what happened last month may be completely different this month. I've been licensed in several; it's a toss of a coin from what others experienced with the same states I...

  5. What is the scariest thing that has happened to you while working as a nurse?

    CASTLEGATES replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    I can tell you about a coworker of mine who had a doc so angry at her, he pulled apart the blood bag and poured it over her head. This was years ago. Hmmm the other was a female resident who was an RN...

  6. New grad starts IVs!

    CASTLEGATES replied to CCLOUD9's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto! I've never heard of evidence based infomercials One company is no better than another; it's a personal preference. I prefer the old fashioned ones,

  7. help

    CASTLEGATES replied to flygirl43's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Don't be hard and bitter; may have saved your life! Q= 2, is there any cocern or proof that you have taken IV drugs from work? A= 2) Cleared all drug tests and other screens Is there any concern or...

  8. Pre- employment drug testing

    CASTLEGATES replied to VM85's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Mood stabilizers are not considered mind altering; SSRI's are acceptable. Basically any scheduled substance is a no-no, including ultram...call your BON, don't believe me. Call your BON disciplinary...

  9. My Story, and where I'm at now

    CASTLEGATES replied to MizChelleRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Your application will have 2 magic questions you must mark yes and explain. It is sometimes beneficial to go over your answer with a professional coach or you can PM someone you trust for how to...

  10. Very Depressed, Dont think Ill ever work again:(

    CASTLEGATES replied to tiak41's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'll say all the following with love...K? 1. You CAN get a job 2. Take care of your recovery; you know exactly what that means so work it, work it-(music starting)! :dancgrp: 3. Let go, Let...

  11. nursing license

    CASTLEGATES replied to SCNursingStudent83's topic in General Nursing

    Up to the shrink's eval if they're safe to practice. I'd also suspect substance abuse being

  12. what happens next??

    CASTLEGATES replied to adruiz01's topic in General Nursing

    The pros suggest you prime your references so they're expecting the call. Call them first and ask if it's OK to use them. If you don't ask, I've seen some refuse for not getting the courtesy call....

  13. All nursing floor - with no nursing assistants???

    CASTLEGATES replied to JSBoston's topic in General Nursing

    I've mainly worked for only RN places and steer clear of mixed one's. It's proven to reduce errors and conflict (less chain of command, more accountability). Many places here do that still and I...

  14. Need Advice

    CASTLEGATES replied to Millerstudentnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I can tell you I've got Thai family who'd love to come over and work as a nanny at your place. I've got 2 friends that met their wives when they were here working as nannies. I plan to run them both...

  15. Have I been beaten

    CASTLEGATES replied to catz123's topic in General Nursing

    You may think this sounds odd but going to the VP of the hospital works for things like this. Go schedule an appointment and tell them you know and love their facility and want to be an RN but...

  16. helppp!!!!

    CASTLEGATES replied to leighannf's topic in General Nursing

    Resource nurses can be high level gophers; while one is preparing meds (in higher acuity settings) look up potential interactions, look forward towards staffing assignments matched with the...

  17. Pain management with nubain

    CASTLEGATES replied to nkochrn's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like the NP doesn't have approval to prescribe higher scheduled drugs. BAD

  18. After 3 months of searching I GOT A JOB! WOHOOOO!

    CASTLEGATES posted a topic in General Nursing

    This isn't just any job, it's the DREAM JOB (I even said so on my resume cover)! Benefits out the nostrils, pay is to the moon and I'll never leave this place 'till I retire! I can't wait to get my...

  19. After 3 months of searching I GOT A JOB! WOHOOOO!

    CASTLEGATES replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in General Nursing

    throw spaghetti on the wall, see what sticks! Apply for ALL the jobs which you're

  20. To PA or not to PA...

    CASTLEGATES replied to jess818's topic in General Nursing

    PA's take residency with residents if you're specialized. The dozen or so I know work like dogs so the docs can

  21. LPN has 2 job offers; 1 for VA clinic as Health tech and 1 LPN private clinic. help

    CASTLEGATES replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

    I'd work for the va over any private institution hands down because after your probation period, you can transfer as an lpn anywhere there's a va and not lose everything like you do with private...

  22. After 3 months of searching I GOT A JOB! WOHOOOO!

    CASTLEGATES replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I can't tell you the bad jobs I've had. I think we all have a dream job a couple times in our careers; this I guess is a keeper (my dream job would be a DnP addictions!) LOL! I'm so grateful, I...

  23. Frustrated with NP Job Search, Need Help!

    CASTLEGATES replied to PdxDreamer's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    VA hospital. Benefits will smear any job you've ever had. Same with Army hospitals hiring civilians. Depends on your area. For the record, I'm jealous of your NP but I'm on the tracks

  24. When A Nurse Can't Offer a Hug...

    CASTLEGATES replied to Cherybaby's topic in General Nursing

    Great post! "Do you need a hug?" goes a long way! You don't want to be the nurse who needs the hug (that's what coworkers and spouses are for) but we need to be the givers (my opinion). I've seen...

  25. After 3 months of searching I GOT A JOB! WOHOOOO!

    CASTLEGATES replied to CASTLEGATES's topic in General Nursing

    Certified Addictions RN certification. Like the CCRN but for addictions. Only about 200 or so have it last I checked (I can't find the more recent stats yet). Thank you for your comments friends!...