turnforthenurse MSN, NP

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Clinical tidbits I wish someone would've told me.

turnforthenurse replied to Mully's topic in MICU, SICU

And if you work in a place that doesn't have a 24hour pharmacy and you do not carry the drip in your Pyxis/Omnicell or whatever, make sure you check first and tell pharmacy or your supervisor ahead of...
For the love of God, I cannot figure out why my pretend pt is taking Flagyl!!!

turnforthenurse replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

Flagyl is also used to treat c.diff/pseudomembranous
Taking ACLS Class Tomorrow...

turnforthenurse replied to westieluv's topic in General Nursing

I think you should be fine. They do suggest that you read over the book prior to taking the class, though. ACLS isn't a dysrhythmia course - they will expect you to know your cardiac rhythms. Know...
How to make hospital beds without mattress covers?

turnforthenurse replied to crunchytaco's topic in General Nursing

We cannot put a fitted sheet on some of our beds...mainly the bariatric beds or some of the other speciality beds, like the low air loss ones or ones with lateral rotation. For those we just use a...
What kind of nursing bag do you have?

turnforthenurse replied to Sterren's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

I just use a Vera Bradley bag
Hiring Process for VA (veteran's administration)

turnforthenurse replied to VACallCenterRN's topic in Government, Military

I'm just wondering what makes the VA "so different" from other hospitals, other than the ridiculously long hiring process (from what I heard!)? I thought about applying to the VA. I currently work...
Pain management

turnforthenurse replied to mandaaRN's topic in Patient Medications

IV is good for that "breakthrough" pain because it's onset of action is much faster than PO, but the effect doesn't last long. PO is better for long-term control. I agree, I would give both IV and...
Depression/Anxiety

turnforthenurse posted a topic in Health, Stress Management

How many AN members here suffer from anxiety and/or depression? The incidence of both seems to be on the rise in nursing professionals. 1 in 5 nurses are depressed and twice the amount of nurses are...
Clinical tidbits I wish someone would've told me.

turnforthenurse replied to Mully's topic in MICU, SICU

I'm sorry that happened to you and your son! How frustrating. As for that tidbit...thanks! I never knew that. I just always squeeze the contents of the JP into a cup and hope I don't make a...
Clinical tidbits I wish someone would've told me.

turnforthenurse replied to Mully's topic in MICU, SICU

If your patient suddenly has no urine output, you better jump on the docs and start to intervene. I know that seems like common sense, but it's true. I've seen this with three patient so far, and...
The worst code you've seen?

turnforthenurse replied to jesshopper12's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

I wasn't the primary nurse of this patient, but I was in charge. The primary RN was asking me for advice for her patient, a 94-yo who had a bad case of pulmonary edema. You could hear how wet the...
When a patient states "something isnt right..."

turnforthenurse posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

And try just cannot put their finger on it, what do you do? I have encountered patients like this and was told to never ignore it, because usually when patients think they are going to die, they do....
Do you take vitals on babies who are sleeping?

turnforthenurse replied to chariot's topic in Pediatric

Yes you still do. If anything, I think it's easier to get a HR and RR on a sleeping baby than a crying, fussy
Name Badges Worn Backwards

turnforthenurse replied to westieluv's topic in General Nursing

This is a good idea. I don't intentionally wear my ID badge backwards. It often gets flipped around throughout the day. If I notice it facing backwards, I will turn it the right way. Not that big...
White Board Credentials

turnforthenurse replied to jadelpn's topic in General Nursing

"RN-C" means you are specialized at the national level as a nurse in a medical specialty area. These exams are offered through the ANCC (American Nurse Credentialing Center) and a list is here....
LTAC nurse of 2 yrs. Am I eligible to take CCRN?

turnforthenurse replied to Sachan's topic in Critical Care

Typically, those eligible for taking the CCRN exam work in an ICU or some other type of critical care unit (CCU, CTICU, SICU, etc). Your best bet would be to contact the AACN and ask them about your...
Is Anyone PCCN Certified?

turnforthenurse replied to GinaCat's topic in Cardiac

maybe we can form some sort of online study group? or have a random PCCN fact throwing thread? no one around here is studying for the PCCN so I'm kind of on my own right now! I ended up purchasing...
When a patient states "something isnt right..."

turnforthenurse replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

There have been studies done that show that about 70% of patients who end up with cardiopulmonary arrest experience feelings of anxiety, 8 hours before their arrest. That's a big
Chest Tube Question

turnforthenurse replied to lima470's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

Check your hospital policy. They need to be checked frequently because critical situations CAN and DO happen, like a tension pneumothorax or sudden increase in drainage. Typically drainage of...
8 or 12hr shifts?

turnforthenurse replied to ashleyr34's topic in General Nursing

12 hour shifts can be hard on the body but I personally think I would burn out faster working five 8-hour shifts/week and only have two days off vs. three 12's and ending up with 4-5 days off in...
Job interview

turnforthenurse replied to jashuler's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

For my nurse tech position, I had two interviews - one with HR, where they asked me some more generic questions (tell me about yourself, where do you see yourself in 5 years, why you want this...
Where can a new LPN grad get a job?

turnforthenurse replied to Mita1006's topic in General Nursing

Unfortunately, the market is very tough for new grad nurses. I hope you find work soon. Until then, all you can really do is apply, apply, apply! LPNs are very prevalent in LTC facilities but...
Renewal of RN License

turnforthenurse replied to Bek1975's topic in Texas Nursing

Texas requires 20 contact hours. Continuing Competency: Lifelong Learning You do not have to submit proof unless you are selected for audit, which is why you need to meet your CNE requirements....
Is it conceivable ?

turnforthenurse replied to 1RedHotOma's topic in General Nursing

Go for
NG tube irrigation

turnforthenurse replied to rck213's topic in General Nursing

I've always used tap

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