locolorenzo22

locolorenzo22 BSN, RN

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  1. Good morning

    locolorenzo22 replied to MRDDnurseTN's topic in General Nursing

    most of the problems that staff have with management can boil down to a few simple issues: 1. No input is asked for before changes or improvement is attempted. 2. Issues are brought up, addressed...

  2. Peds clinical today- just need to rant

    locolorenzo22 replied to BoonersmomRN's topic in General Students

    Umm...has anyone noticed how some instructors believe they are above mere mortals? Germs do not care about your status, they infect and live on whoever they wish. Too bad more people don't realize...

  3. 50 out of 100 Nursing students failed program

    locolorenzo22 replied to lizzyberry's topic in General Students

    1st semester is the roughest. You have to learn how the tests are constructed, how to answer the questions, and then how to apply said knowledge to clinicals. We started with 70 students, ended with...

  4. How can one go about becoming a cna while already in nursing school

    locolorenzo22 replied to breeqt's topic in General Students

    True, but CNA class is often the best way to get to learn the proper way to get people to turn, feed, roll, etc. I work as a nursing assistant/med tech at the local hospital and my job description...

  5. Today's ADN/ASN education...WOW

    locolorenzo22 replied to sister--*'s topic in General Nursing

    We have several off-site clinical days scheduled throughout our education. So far, I have done or heard about: Done-Parish volunteer clinic B/P screenings (spanish and english masses) Surgery...

  6. Waking up at night to worry about patients

    locolorenzo22 replied to missninaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, I guess I'm in the minority around here! I do worry about a few things off and on, but generally, I go in, put in my 12 hours and go home, sleep a few, and go on through the day. I figure if...

  7. Nursing school and social life?

    locolorenzo22 replied to lizzyberry's topic in General Students

    I think I leave the house for something other than school or work maybe 1x a week!! Otherwise, it's on to school or off to work, then home to sleep or get ready for work. I've started talking to...

  8. Are You Being Bullied in the Classroom

    locolorenzo22 replied to Jayfa's topic in General Students

    Many bullies are just weak, oppourtunistic people who can't stand that someone who might just be "better" than them, would dare to think themselves above that person. However, most of us don't care...

  9. Very squeamish

    locolorenzo22 replied to robpritc's topic in General Students

    True, however the thing that does it for me tends to be bowel obstructed vomit....not really chunky, but the brownish liquid backup....not the best.... I had my OR rotation and there's not much blood,...

  10. Having a boyfriend while in nursing school....

    locolorenzo22 replied to sheridan3456's topic in General Students

    Now on the girlfriend front of things, I'm not looking and can't honestly say I'm going to find someone anytime soon because everyone I hang out are in my classes! We're all friends, but I can't...

  11. Changing careers but discouraged by a failed student

    locolorenzo22 replied to Cartman1532's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I think this phrase sums it up best ...."Let someone rain on your dreams and you're all wet. Listen, and you're the one who can't hear. A failure loves the company of other failures, as no one will...

  12. Crybaby nurse a bad nurse?

    locolorenzo22 replied to nforsee's topic in General Students

    If you're so clinical you lose what it means to be a nurse -CARING/COMPASSIONATE CARE- that is a sign of the field not being for you. I agree with others- be strong when needed, but go take a extra...

  13. Bored in clinical?

    locolorenzo22 replied to FNPhopeful's topic in General Students

    Yep, I've got a double whammy being the male, who probably won't be allowed to do much of anything on an OB floor except maybe lift/position pts....and a student, low census..etc. However, we also...

  14. Looking too young to be an RN

    locolorenzo22 replied to Amxixi29's topic in General Students

    Patients usually respond well to any well-meaning attitude...don't be one of those nurses who "hates" to work! Come in fresh-faced and ready to do your work, be ready to see your patients for who...

  15. How to avoid burnout (kinda long)

    locolorenzo22 replied to TemperStripe's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I think that really placing yourself in patient/family shoes is helpful, and not trying to DROP everything you're doing for one patient request that is not IMMEDIATELY important. You somedays do not...

  16. Night Shift might be killing me

    locolorenzo22 replied to NICU_3_RN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I've only worked nights 3 days after orienting on days for 3 weeks and I LOVE IT! It's much better than the day shift which was always EXTREMELY CROWDED and CHAOTIC! On nights so far, there have not...

  17. dove apparel (uniform sizes, etc)

    locolorenzo22 replied to mommy_xo's topic in General Students

    Yeah, I have Dove uniforms...in fact one was my mom's xmas present to me!! LOL! I HATE it, because as a male I can ONLY wear the zip top, and I'm between sizes....can't wear a t-shirt under it, and I...

  18. What brand / type of Stethoscope for Med/Surg?

    locolorenzo22 replied to Newbie Nurse SMP's topic in General Students

    I have a littman and I SWEAR by it...I'm HOH in my right ear and I usually have to concentrate to get BPs but other than that, I hear breath sounds, heart sounds, etc...really well with it. It's not...

  19. What kind of study area do you have/use???

    locolorenzo22 replied to luvmy3kids's topic in General Students

    Most of the time, solo studying is done at my house, either out on my couch, or down in the basement on the coffee table...However, with a switch to nights this semester, I imagine some quick studying...

  20. School uniforms.. ugh..

    locolorenzo22 replied to Scrubz's topic in General Students

    Yeah...I wish...we have the same Dove all white uniforms as Scrubs. Mine was too small when I first got it, and the next size up makes me balloon out a little...I wind up showing enough chest to have...

  21. How do I prep for night shift

    locolorenzo22 replied to khazel2002's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My first night is Monday...the same week school starts. Then it's MTW 5p-530a, class on T at 11 till 4, work 5p-5a again, then SLEEP W, go in, class R afternoon 1-4:30, Fridays clinicals 7-3:30,...

  22. I'm the only guy in my nursing class now...

    locolorenzo22 replied to Scrubz's topic in General Students

    Congrats...when you graduate, you'll always be able to say you were the first male to graduate from the program. You should talk to the dean when you're done and see if you could do something through...

  23. Does anyone have puppy or kitten that they care for while in Nursing school?

    locolorenzo22 replied to atwtrn's topic in General Students

    True, I grew up with my favorite pup from the time I was 3 until 16. We had a lot of wrestling, a lot of walks, and a lot of misunderstandings from time to time. Usually when I was waiting for the...

  24. How many guys in your class?

    locolorenzo22 replied to Scrubz's topic in Male Nursing Students

    we started off with 70 students...4 men in an ADN program...However, heading into 2nd semester, it's very likely that it is just myself and one other. One dropped due to work/clinical/family issues,...

  25. Pinning ceremonies...

    locolorenzo22 replied to MsBruiser's topic in Male Nursing Students

    ARRGH...you had to wear the Hat & the freaking ROSE pinned to it with a candle?? I think I'd opt out and magic marker a few designs to it of my own. I don't believe men in my program have to...