Nccity2002 MSN, RN

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    How do you know if you put an IV in an artery?

    Nccity2002 replied to crystal777's topic in General Nursing

    Once inserted, Look for an oscillation/fluctuation in your saline lock tubing...there should be none. Ultimately, you can always send an ABG's (there would be a difference between arterial and venous...
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    Team nursing in ICU?

    Nccity2002 replied to thehutz's topic in MICU, SICU

    I worked as a traveler in a facility that used this approach in the ICU. Basically, the LVN/LPN would care for two "stable" patients, while her "assigned" RN would take care of the drips/IVPB/IVPs....
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    Looking for ICU preceptor

    Nccity2002 replied to Kristi_bb's topic in Critical Care

    they link below: http://www.npclinics.com/ good
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    Being stopped from going to critical care

    Nccity2002 replied to sonia211's topic in Critical Care

    Why is he denying your transfer?? Get a straight/direct answer from your manager (you did not mention it in your post)...then if you still feel he is being unfair, consider involving your HR...
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    What Is Your Most Gross, Yucky, Disgusting Nursing Horror Story?

    Nccity2002 replied to yazisizit's topic in Nursing Humor

    Many years ago, I did leeche therapy on a patient with a gangrenous wound; which basically meant that once the leeche was done feeding, I'd dispose of it by placing it in an alcohol container (they'd...
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    Favorite bumper stickers

    Nccity2002 replied to beachmom's topic in Nursing Humor

    "Nurses Save Your A^%$#.... They Don't Kiss
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    When hiring, do hospitals look at where you got your BSN?

    Nccity2002 replied to traceydolovesyou's topic in General Nursing

    I had been a nurse for ten years...have a BSN and a Master. I can only recall a couple of employers asking where I went to school (still got both jobs ;
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    With all the attitudes at work - Now my daughter is turning into a Diva

    Nccity2002 replied to tiroka03's topic in General Nursing

    LOVED
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    Rectal trumpet

    Nccity2002 replied to MLB55's topic in Critical Care

    OMG!! Never heard of this practice (LOL)....but I will be interested to hear if anybody else is doing
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    Nurse chatting/dating patient

    Nccity2002 replied to springgarden's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    In a nutshell...yes, there is something wrong. From an ethical standpoint, as a healthcare provider your are there a as trusted figure to guide care when most individuals find themselves in a...
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    Do FNP's really make 80k to 90k a year?

    Nccity2002 replied to mariposabella's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Oh No...You Didn't!!! :redlight: LOL...;
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    Im doing my job,Im not part of your team

    Nccity2002 replied to optimist's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, well...I will probably ruffle some feathers Optimist, obviosly this situation is REALLY bothering you. Everyone had made really good points for and against, all I can say is follow your heart,...
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    Im doing my job,Im not part of your team

    Nccity2002 replied to optimist's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Linearthinker. As long as there is not harm (other than annoyance... :anbd:)...do not sweat the small stuff...or you may come off as a the sour grape of the
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    Are LPN's being phased out?

    Nccity2002 replied to JSlovex2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I live in Orange County, California and in my ten years career span, I had worked in many facilities around the area (either as registry or a traveler). I had only been in one hospital in this area...
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    feels like a real icu today

    Nccity2002 replied to Darkfield's topic in MICU, SICU

    Ahhh...To be young and full of
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    Did this ever happen to you?

    Nccity2002 replied to stram87's topic in Critical Care

    In the future, follow the chain of command of your facility. I gather you work in a teaching hospital...get used to getting "funny" responses from residents (especially around June/July:no:)...if...
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    Anti-Intellectualism/Autonomy in nursing

    Nccity2002 replied to felineRN's topic in General Nursing

    Actually they would (if your current insurance do not cover you in such situations...you may want to consider shopping around for a better insurance.) As an employee, a hospital will cover you and...
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    Anti-Intellectualism/Autonomy in nursing

    Nccity2002 replied to felineRN's topic in General Nursing

    Had you ever consider transferring to the ICU?? Reading your post, you sound like you are in the wrong specialty....if you want more autonomy...come to the dark
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    Advice for International applicants for post graduate programs

    Nccity2002 replied to Mehrana's topic in Post Graduate Students

    It depends of whether you are considering a ground or long distance program. You basically need to be licensed in the state, were you will be doing your clinical hours. For UCLA, you do need to be...
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    Please help me, I'm in trouble.

    Nccity2002 replied to ShellyRn1117's topic in General Nursing

    Shelly, First of all, please know you have so many people praying for you, as we speak:hug: Do not loose heart, difficult times, either break you or make you stronger. From a pratical standpoint,...
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    Ativan IVP given undiluted into central line.

    Nccity2002 replied to Septic Boy's topic in MICU, SICU

    Interesting...according to the drug manufacturer: " Immediately prior to intravenous use, ATIVAN Injection must be diluted with an equal volume of compatible solution. Contents should be mixed...
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    Moderate (Concious) Sedation by RT?

    Nccity2002 replied to OkieICU_RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Scary...
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    NP Preceptors in the OH, KY, IN tristate area

    Nccity2002 replied to aprilten7's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Try the link below...good luck.
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    Any male NP's out there?

    Nccity2002 replied to serpico79000's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    SkibumNP Wrote: "If you are still in the process of looking at schools I would HIGHLY recommend looking at PA programs. from what i have seen they focus much more completely on medicine and less on...
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    Irrigating a chest tube...

    Nccity2002 replied to KaitRN's topic in Critical Care

    hi kaitrn, according to kinkwood (a cardiovascular anp)" practices such as suctioning and/or irrigating chest tubes to free blood clots, either pleural or mediastinal, are described in the literature....