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  1. Recruiters legit or not?

    gtoko replied to netglow's topic in General Nursing

    I would be skeptical also. I am seeking a permanent f/t position also. It is tough in my locality. Travel nurses and agency are virtually unheard of now. Good luck and keep us updated

  2. To Cover or Not to Cover the IV Cap?

    gtoko replied to Sweetie2005's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Covering the site with a plasic baggie while in the shower works also. Not high tech or sophisticated ,but it works to keep site

  3. Living like a vampire....

    gtoko replied to BabyLady's topic in General Nursing

    Room darkening curtains, sleep mask. Can you take a little nap later in the

  4. Resignation Letter Review

    gtoko replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I think it sounds appropriate. Most employers are now requiring at least a month long advance resignation notice. GOOD LUCK

  5. Please Help Me Psych Myself

    gtoko replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    Go for it!! It sounds as if you have the motivation to do so:) Good luck to

  6. Childcare

    gtoko replied to celclt's topic in General Nursing

    I drop our son off at 0615am and then dh picks him up when he gets off work. I work 3 12 hr shifts. Our son loves going to the daycare center. He is 3.5 yrs

  7. What is your routine to clean-up and decompress after your shift?

    gtoko replied to kelsn's topic in General Nursing

    A long hot bath, snack, drink, bed....

  8. Help please ;/ I'm a nursing student-need help remembering a med name

    gtoko replied to almost_there2010's topic in Emergency

    Albuterol and Atrovent

  9. Walking away from nursing after 8 months

    gtoko replied to HeyHeyitsMaay's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Whew , you had a bad day. Happens to everyone. You seem like a caring and compassionate nurse, dont let a bad day ruin everything. Can you talk with your manager about this? Think of how hard you...

  10. Is it hard to find an RN job being military wife?

    gtoko replied to RN Liz's topic in General Nursing

    I dont think you will have any trouble finding a position. Just a suggestion, try looking in to the civilian armed forces, lol,( ie g.s./ dod nursing positions) I have been a nurse for 7 yrs and a...

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

    gtoko replied to Ladywhite's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Ladywhite, I read that you cannot send pm, so I sent you one. Hope you are able to access it. The nurse refresher program I am in consists of 23 modules didatic and the clinical portion is 160...

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

    gtoko replied to Ladywhite's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps the nurse educator at the hospital. Does your state BON have any resources? I am going through a nurse refresher program,feel free to pm me ,I would love to talk with ya Good

  13. Rehire Eligiblity after leaving the wrong way

    gtoko replied to fayethlove's topic in General Nursing

    Check with human resources dept. personally. There probably are policies specific to rehire eligibilty, and human resources will be able to inform you about your hiring status. Good luck :) and glad...

  14. CPR

    gtoko replied to christy k.'s topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I did CPR renewal online. It only cost me 20 $. The hospital that I work at did not accept it, stating CPR renewal has to be actual hands-on. Check with your hospital first

  15. Nurse/Surgical Tech question please help

    gtoko replied to lovesunsets's topic in General Nursing

    I was a surgical tech for many years before becoming an RN. I was awarded a point on my nsg. school application for having previous healhtcare experience. None of my surgical tech. courses...

  16. math phobia

    gtoko replied to wengreen's topic in General Nursing

    Start with math basics and progress from there. There are alot of nsg calculation review books ,and online. I like Math for Meds. Good

  17. How to stretch Dansko shoes

    gtoko replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    I wore thicker socks at

  18. Talking to Physicians

    gtoko replied to cluv2nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I agree ,using the SBAR format will help you organize and present in a clear, concise manner. Have a confident tone in your voice. Just picture the person in their underwear... Good luck

  19. Nurse refresher

    gtoko replied to gtoko's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for your kind words and sound advice. I will keep you

  20. Nurse refresher

    gtoko posted a topic in General Nursing

    Good Morning, Are there any nurse refresher students out there ? I would love to hear about your experience, job placement,etc.. Thanks in

  21. Sprucing up the Resume

    gtoko replied to tbavis's topic in Nursing Career

    Glowing recommendations and excellent references. Good Luck, it will

  22. Do you think this site would profit from a chat room?

    gtoko replied to SoulSearcherRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is a good idea. I would

  23. ICU? Don't have to ask me twice...

    gtoko replied to Da_Milk_of_Amnesia's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats!! Sounds like an exciting and prosperous career

  24. New to nursing with no nursing background!

    gtoko replied to sasha0820's topic in General Nursing

    Here in southeastern u.s., md office usually hires medical assistants or l.p.n. The pay is much less than an acute or ltc facility,but the hours and shifts tend to be much better. I have not seen any...

  25. Any Tips on Obtaining Schedule 2 when MD. don't want to be bothered

    gtoko replied to Zen123's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Is this for a new order ? I wouldnt care what time of the day it was, the MD is managing care of the patient,and nurses are supposed to be advocates for their