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  1. hard time getting back into nursing... any advise?

    gtoko replied to Grnrn's topic in General Nursing

    CONGRATS!! You have been blessed three times over. Let us know what you

  2. to go or not go to pinning ceremony?

    gtoko replied to LuvPedsNrsg's topic in General Nursing

    Dont let family issues stop you from YOUR special ceremony. Go and celebrate. The pinning ceremony is symbolic, you dont want to not go and then have "what if",. Go girl and enjoy. You worked hard to...

  3. hard time getting back into nursing... any advise?

    gtoko replied to Grnrn's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I would walk in to the floor and approach the manager, and introduce myself. It shows you are truly interested. Just wondering why you arent doing the clinical part of the refresher? If you do...

  4. Quality Management/ performance improvement ADVICE PLEASE!!!

    gtoko replied to caeRn's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe you could try your approach a little different. Instead of saying "I am not here to get you in trouble, etc...." A little softer approach??? ,wont make the nurses feel as

  5. New graduate RN! Difficulty finding a job!

    gtoko replied to Donnuh's topic in General Nursing

    When you go to your interview, really sell yourself. Exude confidence and really display your people skills. Show them(nurse manager) how you will be a good fit for them. Also, know your hospital, do...

  6. New Grad ED Exams

    gtoko replied to an6el177's topic in Emergency

    Rapid Intrepretation of EKG by Dale

  7. EMR question (McKesson)

    gtoko replied to shiccy's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I used Mckesson in home health. I thought it was user friendly,didnt really have to many problems with

  8. New nurses thinking of leaving nursing

    gtoko replied to mswim's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Before you "leave" the nursing field, think long and hard before you do. I left nursing,and have regretted doing so ever since. Trust me the grass isnt greener on the other side. I miss nursing, so to...

  9. So I Wore my Cap Today

    gtoko replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    That is cool,wearing your cap. I think the nurse cap is very symbolic

  10. Is it worth it to keep trying? Desperate for answers!

    gtoko replied to americanlatina313's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the above posters, and renew your license... You can do it. I am getting back into nursing after being out for 7 years, I truly feel nursing is my calling, and yes it is hard,but worth...

  11. Why not admit this patient?

    gtoko replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    I would report this to Adult Protective Services. This man needs medical

  12. next best medical career, other than nursing?

    gtoko replied to dark40's topic in General Nursing

    Physical/occupational therapy. Surgical

  13. LPN-too old and no funds for extra schooling

    gtoko replied to Blondemerlot's topic in General Nursing

    I feel your pain. I am trying to get back into nursing and I am feeling extremely discouraged. Feel free to pm me, I would love to talk with

  14. Terrible visitors - Unsafe situation

    gtoko replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I can see your point about things escalating, however, your charge nurse is the charge nurse for good reasons, i.e experience and knowledge. I would think that this is not the first time she had been...

  15. Transfering to Toilet?

    gtoko replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    How about a hoyer

  16. Please help with how to start finding a preceptor for an RN Refresher Course

    gtoko replied to Ladywhite's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Ladywhite, How is it going? I am almost done with my clinical hours, had a great experience Pm me if you want

  17. Can a pt get a PE with a Picc line that has a miniscule opening?

    gtoko replied to pookiesmom's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am not sure I am understanding your question. I thought you attached clave connectors,after removing the end caps,and then flush with saline,followed by heparin.. Its been awhile since I accessed...

  18. Charting

    gtoko replied to nurseshante's topic in General Nursing

    Also, charting that you explained the procedure to patient, and how they tolerated the

  19. How to know if air is the problem in a g tube?

    gtoko replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How long has she had the gtube? Maybe the end is dilated so much ,from use, that the connections will not hold snugly. Please post the solution, as this sounds like something that could happen...

  20. ATI or Kaplan for NCLEX-RN?

    gtoko replied to LuvPedsNrsg's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kaplan. Good Luck to

  21. patients with the same name

    gtoko replied to jorjaRN's topic in General Nursing

    As the previous poster stated, remember your two unique identifiers. Also, a name alert. Good idea about swapping pats

  22. Not The Best Way To Improve Nursing's Rep!

    gtoko replied to greenfiremajick's topic in General Nursing

    Greenfire, Bless your heart. Your post made me cry, but you are a strong and courageous person. Thanks for sharing your

  23. My First Loss

    gtoko replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    Big hugs to you. You are a kind and compassionate nurse. I always try to believe that patients are in a much better place ,after they have passed

  24. Old nurse needs math help!

    gtoko replied to PureLifeRN's topic in General Nursing

    I do not know about dimensional analysis, but I used the good ole formula method and came up with 17.7 ml/hr. How long have you been away from nursing? I am getting back in nursing as well. Good...

  25. Please help with how to start finding a preceptor for an RN Refresher Course

    gtoko replied to Ladywhite's topic in General Nursing

    Ladywhite, Any updates? Did you enroll in a course