turnforthenurse MSN, NP

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I don't think I want to be a nurse anymore...how about RT?

turnforthenurse replied to mamaxmaria's topic in General Nursing

If I didn't go into nursing, I think RT would have been my second choice. I was exposed to some RT in school. I took a medical terminology class and the instructor happened to be a RRT. One day he...
Hired into ICU as a new grad, now bring shipped off to ICC... :(

turnforthenurse replied to Phlavyah's topic in Critical Care

You should be greatful that you even have a job because there are a lot of new grads out there who would love to be in your shoes! Even if it wasn't your first choice. I understand you're frustrated...
Total Disregard for Visiting Hours

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

We have visiting hours pretty much all day. They are from 09-2100 but I have seen family members stroll on in right at 0600...an family members stay way later than 2100. We do not let children under...
Arrrgghhh, get the smell off!!

turnforthenurse replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

That's horrible, I'm sorry that happened to your mom! I would never refuse to empty an ileostomy because of a smell. Same goes with entering a patient's room or helping to clean them up because of a...
What and How Much Can You Tell to Patient's Family?

turnforthenurse replied to CuteNurseUnl's topic in HIPAA Challenges

I do this, too, if there was no HIPAA number established upon admission. And document to CYA! This is also a good idea. This would be good for "loopholes," such as the number getting into the...
Name your favorite scrub top/pants!

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

Cherokee Flexibles, Koi and Wink. The Wink scrubs feel really ROUGH compared to Cherokee and Koi, but they are actually VERY comfortable. My favorite thing about them are the
Clinical tidbits I wish someone would've told me.

turnforthenurse replied to Mully's topic in MICU, SICU

...because atropine works on the vagus nerve and heart transplant patients do not have a vagus nerve Edit: looks like Esme beat me to it! And while on the subject of atropine, it works on the AV node...
I can't believe that I made such a stupid mistake and am kicking myself!!!

turnforthenurse replied to RN Chaos's topic in Patient Safety Issues

We all make mistakes. Somebody who says they have never made a mistake is lying. Just consider it a lesson learned and I'm sure you won't make the same mistake again! Try not to beat yourself up...
What and How Much Can You Tell to Patient's Family?

turnforthenurse replied to CuteNurseUnl's topic in HIPAA Challenges

We are implementing "HIPAA numbers." Basically it can be anything...last four digits of the patient's MR #, last four of their SS #, etc. Some families decide they have want to have a code word....
applying to TX BON

turnforthenurse replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Texas Nursing

Yup, once you have all of those things + the background check, the BON will send your ATT. And don't forget the Jurisprudence exam. You should be able to get your ATT but TX will not issue your...
What's so great about a pinning ceremony?

turnforthenurse replied to SummitRN's topic in General Students

Pinning is a celebration of your accomplishments through nursing school, and you go through so much...it's that transition from being a nursing student to having your nursing degree and (soon) your...
Anyone has used PCCN review books/CDs/software?

turnforthenurse replied to toriphile23's topic in Cardiac

Search CCRN on iTunes. There should be free podcasts by Cammy House-Francher from her CCRN series. I know some of it is more in-depth than what we need to know for the PCCN but overall it's a good...
What do you bring to eat?

turnforthenurse replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

I usually bring leftovers or I will make a sandwich or bring a Lean Cuisine. I will also bring things like yogurt, fruit & string cheese to snack on. And I always need to bring my coffee! I...
Which year do nursing students start their clinicals?

turnforthenurse replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in General Students

I went through a BSN program and mine started our first semester of our sophomore year, but it was 4 weeks into the semester. For those first 4 weeks, we had classes on therapeutic communication and...
PCCN Review Information Needed Please

turnforthenurse replied to wasabiRN's topic in Cardiac

I have an answer for you in regards to his CDs, but if you're trying to get a grasp on his teaching style, search his videos on Youtube (ed4nurses). I think he is a phenomenal educator...I just wish...
Head to Toe Assessment for Ventilated pt in CCU

turnforthenurse replied to ICURN1286's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

Love the
applying to TX BON

turnforthenurse replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Texas Nursing

It took me about a month to get my ATT. I had issues with the fingerprints...because I was out of state they made me send in the traditional ink fingerprints instead of the electronic ones. The...
Is there a proper way to chart what a patient/resident says?

turnforthenurse replied to black_widow192's topic in General Nursing

Any time I chart what I patient says, I chart "Per patient" or "Patient stated." In your case, I would have charted "Patient stated the nurse didn't give me my medicine all day, and he told the aides...
Opinions on weekend only night shift position

turnforthenurse replied to Florencebyondthepale's topic in General Nursing

I personally wouldn't. If I worked straight weekends at my job I would probably find another one. Not that I have much of a social life to begin with, but the weekends are really the only time I get...
Is there a way to get a BSN in 3 years instead of 4? If so, how?

turnforthenurse replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

Yeah, if you have a degree in something other than nursing, you could apply for the fast track problem. No one is going to think you are trying to rush through nursing school, either. I went to a...
Day shift or night shift - Which do you prefer? Why?

turnforthenurse replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

I work nights (7P-7A). I don't have any kids, but I work with nurses who have children and they said nights are better their family. I personally LOVE working nights. I love my coworkers - we have...
First Clinical--Pulmonary Unit

turnforthenurse replied to studentrn2014's topic in General Students

Look into respiratory disorders, such as pneumonia, TB, asthma/COPD/emphysema, and lung cancer. Do you know if the unit will have patients on long-term ventilators? If not, you might see patients...
ECG Interpretations and Treatments Help Please...

turnforthenurse replied to ccshops's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

Definitely. But once a patient becomes hemodynamically unstable, you would want to cardiovert. OP, what helped me was repetition. And a good EKG book. I really like ECG Workout by Jane
Anyone has used PCCN review books/CDs/software?

turnforthenurse replied to toriphile23's topic in Cardiac

Is anyone else at work planning on taking their PCCN? Perhaps y'all could pool together your resources and chip in. Or talk with your hospital's education department - they might have PCCN study...
Do I REALLY need a BSN?

turnforthenurse replied to myschuler's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

I don't think all internships require a BSN, it just depends on the hospital. I know someone who went through an ICU internship in my area and she has her ADN. Yes, it is unfortunate that with your...

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