Nccity2002 MSN, RN

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    Staff Nurse with a MS Nursing degree?

    Nccity2002 replied to NICU<3RN's topic in General Nursing

    Just out of curiosity....How did you get into a NICU CSN program, without NICU
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    Fictional vital sign charting

    Nccity2002 replied to Rabid Response's topic in General Nursing

    I am always willing to give others the benefit of the doubt. In your situation, I think management should had been made aware of the situation. They would had talked with the CNA and if was a honest...
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    RN in school getting BSN and hospitals still wont hire

    Nccity2002 replied to Cindy 17's topic in General Nursing

    Gosh...I was thinking the same thing!! Where in the World are you guys going to school to, that you are expected to spend "$40,000" in student loans?? Had anyone heard of community colleges and State...
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    So, what's it gonna take for nursing to change and become what it's supposed to be?

    Nccity2002 replied to Spikey9001's topic in General Nursing

    When we get more men in the profession and make advanced education
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    Phd Nursing vs MD financially

    Nccity2002 replied to thenurse2b08's topic in General Nursing

    I have a master (NP) in nursing, and although I am very proud of my academic achievements, that does not define who I am (I have a life). It is a sad state of affairs when someone base their self...
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    New Grad with Chronic Fatigue

    Nccity2002 replied to morningland's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    If your are a night shift worker, I strongly encourage you to check your Vit D
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    Should Doctors Have Guns?

    Nccity2002 replied to Anxious Patient's topic in General Nursing

    That is insane...who has the time to think about policies and procedures while you are being attacked?? I'd say taze
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    Patient rights v. Clinical instructor?

    Nccity2002 replied to studentnurse0383's topic in General Nursing

    Uhh...I don't know... Are you sure there isn't more to the
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    Blood transfusions??? just say no...

    Nccity2002 replied to macgirl's topic in General Nursing

    OP, had you discussed your dilemma with your Church pastor? Maybe he can give you some guidance from a spiritual standpoint. From a practical standpoint, it is hard enough for new grads to find...
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    My horrible hospital stay. What would you do?

    Nccity2002 replied to Carebear77's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Lil'mama. Call the unit directly and ask to speak (or the number) of the nurse manager... and have a little chat with her. As someone mentioned before, stick with the facts. As a...
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    How fast does dopamine work?

    Nccity2002 replied to ornurse25's topic in General Nursing

    What??!
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    Is this legal? What are the nurse's rights on privacy in the workplace?

    Nccity2002 replied to sasha2lady's topic in General Nursing

    Get risk management involved ASAP, and if there are witness to the alleged abuse, there is a moral and legal obligation to report the abuse (is there as social worker/case manager following the...
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    How fast does dopamine work?

    Nccity2002 replied to ornurse25's topic in General Nursing

    Dopamine (dopamine hydrochloride) 's onset of action occurs within five minutes of intravenous administration, and the half-life of about two minutes, the duration of action is less than ten minutes....
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    Am I waisting my time with associates degree?

    Nccity2002 replied to chall2011's topic in General Nursing

    Actually she still can do a MSN bridge , most universities offer a MSN bridge program for students with a bachelor in another field ( she can save a lot of money, if she do this). I strongly...
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    Am I waisting my time with associates degree?

    Nccity2002 replied to chall2011's topic in General Nursing

    I did not appreciate the physician word choice (waste of time !!), but I can see where she is coming from. True is, if you are seriously considering nursing as a career choice, you need to go for...
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    Weakness for an answer in a job interview

    Nccity2002 replied to Critsplace's topic in General Nursing

    That would be TMI (too much infor). When inquiring about "weakness and strenght", employers are looking for problem solving skills related to your practice. As someone else mentioned before, you will...
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    Nurse Practitioner Travel Assignments

    Nccity2002 replied to Alisabeth's topic in Travel

    Thanks!!
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    Starting at LTAC facility after working at LTC- advice?

    Nccity2002 replied to bstewart40's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Congratulations on your new job, but...a word of caution. As an agency nurse, you will be expected to hit the floor running. I am assuming you mean acute care (as in in-patient hospitals) when you...
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    Give me the numbers regarding "Nursing Shortage"

    Nccity2002 replied to kalevra's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Despite everything, I do believe there is a nursing shortage. All over the country, new nurses are reporting difficulty finding jobs, as hospitals seek out experienced nurses to cover heavy patient...
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    am I that "b" nurse? or am I being an advocate?

    Nccity2002 replied to guestnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Kudos to you...your assertiveness is admirable!! I think it was very brave of you to advocate for that new graduate. I am sure this is not a new situation with that particular "preceptor", hopefully...
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    Maryland ANP/FNP clinical preceptor needed!

    Nccity2002 replied to studentANP's topic in Post Graduate Students

    check the link below...you may have to make some phone calls, but i am sure, someone will be able to assist you. good luck.
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    Is this professional?

    Nccity2002 replied to Jenni811's topic in General Nursing

    ...Ask her...and keep us
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    I am a new grad and got a job as ALF director position!

    Nccity2002 replied to eve5483's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ...I think the OP was referring to initial assessment. At least in my state (CA), the BRN requires it to be done by a Registered
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    Getting Sick at Work

    Nccity2002 replied to meaganellise's topic in General Nursing

    A few years ago, I had a severe allergy reaction to a new make up product. My eyes and face were very swollen (could barely open my eyes), as the night progressed, it kept getting worse....
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    Transfer from OR to ICU???

    Nccity2002 replied to cooper86's topic in Critical Care

    Hi Cooper, With the present economy, I'd take it!! You can always transfer to the ICU...and who knows, it may grow on you. Good