Daisy_08 BSN, RN

Daisy_08 has 5 years experience as a BSN, RN.

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   Muslim??

   Daisy_08 replied to FloridaLpn2015's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

   I don't know if I can offer any advice other then do what makes you comfortable. If you will feel guilty about not, then stick it out. Or if you will resent it then maybe take it off. I do have a...
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   muslim prayer

   Daisy_08 replied to olamuri's topic in Spirituality, Religion

   Do you have a chapel? I have a few Muslim co-workers who pray there on their break. Also one who just does not pray while at work. So to each there own I guess. Our Chapel has a prayer mat as well,...
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   Allow me to vent please

   Daisy_08 replied to Tweety's topic in General Nursing

   I know its not fair and we all need to vent out our frustrations, especially to a group that understands us. Only read the rest if you want to look on the bright side... (You have a job you like. A...
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   Failed preceptorship

   Daisy_08 replied to Spurse32's topic in General Nursing

   A slow unit should mean you are set up to do really well, so I don't understand what you are getting at. You should have ample time to research and get to help other staff with procedures. I hesitate...
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   Recommended Certifications for Nursing Students

   Daisy_08 replied to tamaram's topic in Canada

   Depends what area you are wanting to work. Your local college will likely have a variety of courses to choose from. If your not sure, take something you find
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   Pre-Nurse with intentions to work RURAL areas

   Daisy_08 replied to canadianwesty's topic in Canada

   If you are not picky about where you live now, apply to a school close to an area you think you would like to work - placements are the best way to get hired, and also the best way for you to see if...
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   sterile water for irrigation vs inhalation

   Daisy_08 replied to AbigailJo's topic in Pulmonary

   When we run out of inhalation bags, we use regular sterile water bottles to to manually fill. I think it would be
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   Occupational therapist interested in nursing

   Daisy_08 replied to Irradus's topic in Canada

   I know a few RNs who have become OTs. I think quality of life is better as an OT. No nights, little or no weekends. As the other poster said the OTs do seem happier. I would think you may do well to...
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   "I work in the medical field"

   Daisy_08 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

   Had a patients family tell me she was in medical school, I ask questions, suddenly she was a nurse, kept chatting... she did a few nursing courses...well not actually...she started a PSW program...
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    Labour & delivery

    Daisy_08 replied to ajamieson's topic in Canada

    In theory that may sound good, however practical experience is valuable. Can you not begin to work as a RPN where you are working as a PSW? You would be at an advantage for knowing the company, work...
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    Working in Ontario or BC

    Daisy_08 replied to RNYYB's topic in Canada

    In Ontario it is up to each employer, so skills can vary, even among RN's. A friend who lives in another city cannot access central lines as an RN. Only specially trained RNs can, but I know in...
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    Working in Ontario or BC

    Daisy_08 replied to RNYYB's topic in Canada

    In Ontario the ADN will qualify you to work as an RPN. You will have some type of skill assessment from the CNO. The RPN scope in Ontario is very different from the US
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    consolidation practicums related to job opportunities?

    Daisy_08 replied to cams767's topic in Canada

    Where you consolidate is where you have the best chance of getting a job, providing you are doing well and your preceptor recommends you. Once you are in a facility you can generally transfer to...
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    Psychiatric NPs in Canada?

    Daisy_08 replied to ivyRN987's topic in Canada

    I am in Ontario and only speak about this Provence. I know we have nurse practitioners working in mental health at my hospital. They likely went did the family stream or adult. To be an RN in...
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    Is it okay for RN to ask recovery patients not to swear?

    Daisy_08 replied to SweetieBeeSandy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    He was swearing in context. but if your uncomfortable I think you have a right to ask, but he also has a right not to comply. I was surprised how nice he was about it. Pt called me a fat B***h, I told...