puroticorico

puroticorico MSN, CNA, RN

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  1. Night shift syndrome

    puroticorico replied to SweetsRN522's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have utilized ear plugs, black-out curtains, and still an eye mask. I have tried melatonin and Valerian root extract, but I'm not much of a

  2. Dry Hands

    puroticorico posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone have any wisdom on how to heal dry hands and maintain them this

  3. Dry Hands

    puroticorico replied to puroticorico's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks so much everyone! I have tried absolutely every lotion but I feel like reapplying lotion every time I wash my hands is ridiculous. It may be the soap my hospital uses

  4. salary of RN-BSN/MSN

    puroticorico replied to deatherk's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    New nurses in Chicago have a base hourly salary of $27, not including night or weekend

  5. Being Gay and a Male Nursing Student

    puroticorico replied to RShieldsSN14's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I LOVE that I just came across this thread! It's a good point. Coming from a gay male who just finished nursing school, I see my sexuality as an advantage. We usually get along with all the girl...

  6. Wearing scrubs at the gym??

    puroticorico replied to phieud's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Pretty much anyone can buy scrubs. They are like PJs now-a-days. The guy working out may have not been a medical professional at all. If he just uses them to work out, good for him. I just hope he...

  7. Help with direction to take ?

    puroticorico replied to Dave10's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I agree with Joe above. See what local hospitals are looking for. For instance, if you're in a city with an excess of nurses like Chicago, there is a lot of competition. They prefer to hire those...

  8. Skeletal Traction

    puroticorico posted a topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Is there a difference between Crutchfield tongs and Gardner-Wells tongs?? Are they both used on the skull for the same purpose? Thank

  9. Comfortable Male RN Shoes

    puroticorico posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Hi fellow nurses, I'm sure this is the 100th post you've read regarding shoes recommendations but I feel like I am out of options. I have tried what are said to be the "best" New Balance (Baddeley...

  10. I passed my NCLEX PN =) Some tips

    puroticorico replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you so much for all your help and wisdom. I added all of the points you shared to my study

  11. ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor

    puroticorico replied to pipersjo's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with you 100% about the ATI. Our school takes off 3% from our final grade if we don't pass the first time around. You're out of the program if you fail it the second time.

  12. ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor

    puroticorico replied to pipersjo's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Join the crowd, ug. ATI is tough and

  13. ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor

    puroticorico replied to pipersjo's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi deleern. What did you do to study for the Comprehensive ATI? Any

  14. Med-Surg ATI

    puroticorico replied to NorCalMel's topic in General Students

    I could not agree more than the ATI study guide books are useless. They're wayyy too basic for the actually test! I still do horribly on the practice exams and fear I'm going to fail the actual...

  15. Med-Surg ATI

    puroticorico replied to NorCalMel's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the heads up! I have to take it in a few weeks but I'm unsure how I'll ever get through that large study

  16. Med-Surg ATI

    puroticorico replied to NorCalMel's topic in General Students

    Yes, supposedly there is a ton of information that isn't mentioned in class. I feel like the book isn't all that helpful and remains quite basic. It sure could be used as a doorstop. Thanks for the...

  17. Anyone else feel like they got "shafted" in clinicals?

    puroticorico replied to forgop's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Keep in mind that the girl nursing students often say that the guy nurses are the most patient and best teachers. You'll be one soon! Plus, a lot of the patient's think you're the doctors, this can...

  18. ATI testing

    puroticorico replied to Drysolong's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good points. I also feel like the practice questions in the book are cake and not helpful, while the online practice exams are easier than the actual test in class

  19. ATI testing

    puroticorico replied to Drysolong's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    If anyone has the questions to the Med-Surg ATI (newest version) please let me know! :)

  20. Studying for the NCLEX

    puroticorico replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    BAHAHA!! Just hook the coffee up to an

  21. This is your brain on nursing...

    puroticorico replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    OY I feel brain dead

  22. getting a job with an ASN and a BA?

    puroticorico replied to ryanalice's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I really feel it matters where you're looking for a job. For instance, here in Chicago, there are limited jobs due to all the nursing schools so even with a Masters of Nursing it's difficult to find...

  23. Nurse on vacation

    puroticorico replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    Haha oh isn't that reality! Don't bring your cell phone on vacation

  24. ati RN comprehensive predictor 3.0

    puroticorico replied to mark3274's topic in General Students

    All I know is that the ATI is BS. It's a way for a company to earn money and a chance for schools to have their students pass the

  25. DePaul MENP '10??

    puroticorico replied to IGiveTheShots's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I haven't heard anything about my application and log in to the College of Liberal Arts to check on my application status often. It seems like they are running behind. I don't think I should be...