Katherined

Katherined specializes in diabetes.

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1. Pediatric Stethascope

   Katherined posted a topic in Uniform/Gear

   Does anybody know the difference between a litmann classic ii pediatric stethoscope and a 3m classic ii pediatric stethoscope? There is a $40 dollar difference between the two but i can't tell if that is simply because one is being offered from amazo...

2. Got a new pricey stethescope and it's no good!

   Katherined replied to ShineyNickelRN's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Does anybody know the difference between a litmann classic ii pediatric stethoscope and a 3m classic ii pediatric stethoscope? There is a $40 dollar difference between the two but i can't tell if that is simply because one is being offered from an am...

3. Changing nursing license to another state/Compact States

   Katherined replied to miwachiru123's topic in General Nursing

   Heres the link to Tennessee: Realize its an old thread but for anyone happening across this... http://health.state.tn.us/boards/Nursing/PDFs/Endorsement_App_RN.pdf

4. Vanderbilt Grad Entry 2012 Application

   Katherined replied to blackbird singing's topic in Advanced

   Hi all- Just started "stalking" this thread recently. I applied to Vanderbilt's FNP program early decision on December 1st. In February i received an email from them stating that my goals were better fit to pediatrics. This statement is true, i do in...

5. Why keep NG tube in for hydration only?

   Katherined posted a topic in General Nursing

   Hi! i'm a RN-ADN and am currently working on my RN-BSN. I'm working on a case study discussing the usage of a NG tube and the ethics pertaining to the situation that surrounds it. The question is whether to continue the use of the tube to sustain li...

6. New graduate RN! Difficulty finding a job!

   Katherined replied to Donnuh's topic in General Nursing

   Maybe! I'll ask him! :)

7. New graduate RN! Difficulty finding a job!

   Katherined replied to Donnuh's topic in General Nursing

   I have a friend who went to a place REALLY close to mexico he can quote- walk across.

8. New graduate RN! Difficulty finding a job!

   Katherined replied to Donnuh's topic in General Nursing

   I'm still a new grad, hehe. i passed my boards in december! I think its always easy to find SOME job, just not a job you want. The ones you want are generally the ones everyone else wants too so its highly competitive It certainly makes it easier to...

9. How do you wear your hair for work?

   Katherined replied to ChasingRain's topic in General Nursing

   ponytail with those weird prewrap things you use for sports injuries. Its the best stuff ever- and headache free! Plus you can buy it in a million colors! YAY! I used to use it for soccer and still LOVE it!

10. New graduate RN! Difficulty finding a job!

    Katherined replied to Donnuh's topic in General Nursing

    I had this same issue, if you are willing to relocate there are definitely a lot of areas that are high need. I know Texas is one of them. I understand about the new nursing thing.... i'm a new grad too and am working home health, thus far i feel lik...

11. Volunteering

    Katherined posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi! I'm a new grad RN and have been thinking about volunteering for the past several years. I don't know if anyone has any good advice on this.... I have considered the peace corps but have decided against it because they have a 27 month commitment. ...

12. Addicts!!! NURSES How do you seperate addicts from pts. who really are in pain?!

    Katherined replied to chasemelony's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience it doesn't matter. Patient says they have pain- it is exactly what they say it is. They get the med.

13. Did ATI help you on the NCLEX?

    Katherined replied to allsmiles2008's topic in NCLEX

    I don't think that you can... your school has to use them. Your best bet is to try amazon, ebay, and half. I know people sell the books and DVD's because people are often willing to pay a lot for them.

14. Did ATI help you on the NCLEX?

    Katherined replied to allsmiles2008's topic in NCLEX

    Took all ATI's, passed all, got a 99% on predictor and passed NCLEX-RN first time. I'd say it works :)

15. Taking NCLEX on 12/29

    Katherined replied to Katherined's topic in NCLEX

    YES! Got my quick results on new years eve!