TNgirl2010

TNgirl2010

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  1. Difference in pay at Nashville hospitals?

    TNgirl2010 posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Does anyone know the starting pay for a new graduate RN of the major hospitals in Nashville? I will graduate with my BSN in May, and was just wondering. :) I heard that Vandy starts at 19.50/hr,...

  2. Pregnancy and OB Nursing

    TNgirl2010 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    This is for the OB nurses out there.. I became a nurse with the intention of working in labor and delivery. I did my practicum experience in nursing school in L&D and felt like it was my calling....

  3. The dumbest thing I ever said to a patient.

    TNgirl2010 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Nursing Humor

    Ok, I will share this one. I once told my s/p laryngectomy pt, as I was leaving his room, to "just holler if you need anything!" Ugh I wanted to die right after I said it. Thank God he had a sense...

  4. More ridiculous complaints

    TNgirl2010 replied to JDZ344's topic in Nursing Humor

    I have had several pt's complain that our unit is "too quiet." bahaha (And I hate it when people say the

  5. DNR Grey Areas

    TNgirl2010 replied to RNtoThe3rd's topic in General Nursing

    Well done! I would want you to be my nurse someday (if I required

  6. nurses dating nurses?

    TNgirl2010 replied to rnski's topic in Nursing Humor

    Very interesting topic, I work with a few nurses that are dating/married to other nurses and seem very happy. My husband is of a military background and is about to start a career in law enforcement,...

  7. Alzheimer's: The Art Of Giving Up

    TNgirl2010 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    ((hugs to you and your

  8. Obvious violation of hippa

    TNgirl2010 replied to nicenurselpn's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Wow, how disturbing. Kudos to you for pursuing the matter. I'd stalk, er look back, on her previous posts and info page and try to find out her

  9. looking for a new job and working on resume

    TNgirl2010 replied to Gonzo13's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with the above poster, I would take out everything not healthcare related. Maybe I would leave the military experience since that always shows dedication and hard work. :) Otherwise I think...

  10. New grad hired to Med-Surg. What should I review, if anything?

    TNgirl2010 replied to Bonnie86's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on the job! You knowledge and skills will grow tremendously. In my experience, I learned SO much more on the job than reviewing. Your employer does not expect you to know everything, just...

  11. New ICU nurse, advice welcome!

    TNgirl2010 replied to TNgirl2010's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks Ruby, that was exactly what I needed to hear! :) I'll definitely check out the ICU FAQ's site and the AACN. Thank

  12. New ICU nurse, advice welcome!

    TNgirl2010 posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    Calling all seasoned ICU nurses, I am starting a new job in a SICU in a few weeks with NO ICU experience. I have worked on a Med/Surg floor for the past 1.5 years but never worked in a critical care...

  13. ethical question

    TNgirl2010 replied to WinterpegLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I do not find it inappropriate to attend funerals of former patients who were on your unit. Before I became a nurse, my grandmother passed away and one of her nurses attended her funeral. It meant a...

  14. Dealing with rude doctors..

    TNgirl2010 posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am a new nurse, and have been fortunate enough to work with respectful doctors and NPs--until last week! One of my patients was concerned because the doctor told him he would be back to see him...

  15. The most scariest thing...

    TNgirl2010 replied to debRN0417's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Bless your heart, how traumatizing! Thank goodness that mix-up didn't cause any

  16. Going to fill out paperwork for new job-Do i dress like im going to an interview?

    TNgirl2010 replied to wookieRN11's topic in General Nursing

    Business casual is appropriate. Think dress pants or khakis, closed toed shoes, nice blouse/button up shirt... Definitely nothing low cut or revealing (duh!), simple jewelry, etc. You never know...

  17. fired... where can a bad nurse go to find a job?

    TNgirl2010 replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry to hear that you are in this situation. I think you need to get away from hospital nursing, it's definitely not for everyone. Look into your local health department, clinics, physician...

  18. This forum is scaring me!

    TNgirl2010 replied to Laurel32's topic in General Nursing

    "The amazing thing is that nursing is such a good fit for me is that even after the craziest days I want to get up and do it again the next day!" I could not have said this any better! Keep in mind,...

  19. You know you're Old School when...

    TNgirl2010 replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    This thread is great...I feel like I missed out! I love my "old-school" co-workers--they teach me WAY more than I ever could have learned in nursing

  20. can anyone tell me about the belmont nursing program in nashville

    TNgirl2010 replied to mee9mee9's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    When I started nursing school, we had to wear solid white scrubs (any brand), and Belmont patches were given to us to put on the sleeves. Now they are allowed to wear navy or royal blue scrub pants...

  21. How do you keep awake on a slow night shift?

    TNgirl2010 replied to TylerDurdenRN's topic in General Nursing

    hahahaha, this cracks me up! My husband seriously plays this non-stop! Seriously, COFFEE! I also find bs to do, such as straighten up my patient's rooms (I work Med/Surg), clean, organize...

  22. health professional while married

    TNgirl2010 replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

    I have found that being a nurse does affect my marriage, but not necessarily in a bad way. We just make the most of our time together. (((Hugs))) to you, OP. Life is too short to be unhappy! Good...

  23. questions to ask potential employer during an interview?

    TNgirl2010 replied to nursecass's topic in General Nursing

    There's always: nurse-patient ratio, length of orientation, how often you would have to float, resources available should you need them (rapid response, lab team, etc), charge nurse responsibilities...

  24. can anyone tell me about the belmont nursing program in nashville

    TNgirl2010 replied to mee9mee9's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I'll be honest, A&P at Belmont is challenging. I was always a 4.0 straight-A student, and made a C. A lot of people took A&P at a local community college and transferred it over, which would...

  25. can anyone tell me about the belmont nursing program in nashville

    TNgirl2010 replied to mee9mee9's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I'm a Belmont grad! I would definitely recommend it. All instructors are great and highly qualified, most have been at Belmont for years. The facility is state of the art--the labs are all set up...