NewEnglandRN

NewEnglandRN RN

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  1. I'm sick...Missing clinical tomorrow

    NewEnglandRN replied to NewEnglandRN's topic in General Students

    Thanks so much for the replies. I did not go to Clinical today... my instructor was very supportive and told me not to worry about it... just get better. When I asked about doing a make up assignment,...

  2. Should I get the Hep B vaccine?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Lisa Michelle's topic in General Students

    Hep B was required for admission to my school. I had the series in 1990, so my Dr. drew a titre and I have no immunity, so I have to repeat

  3. Figuring out IV drip rates

    NewEnglandRN replied to RedSox33RN's topic in General Students

    Whitney, I wish I had the answer for you. I am drawing a complete blank and know it's something so simple. I'll be hoping someone comes along soon to

  4. Help....tried out Littman Classic II

    NewEnglandRN replied to aegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Try the Littman Master Classic; it works well for me. All yes, the soft-sealing ear tips really make a different if you have small ears (get the small ones.) Good

  5. PDA for meds

    NewEnglandRN replied to ERRNwant2b's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have a Tungten E (only $149.) I purchase a memory card and downloaded Davis' Drug Guide. I love it so much! I used www.skyscape.com and cannot wait to order something else. I think I head over there...

  6. My name is Chim-Chim Apple Hiney

    NewEnglandRN replied to kristylee's topic in Nursing Humor

    I'm Buttercup Apple Sprinkles... sounds

  7. What Tree Did You Fall From?

    NewEnglandRN replied to AllenJ's topic in Nursing Humor

    Funny, I was born 7 weeks premature and it lists me as a Walnut tree (and I'm very allergic to all tree nuts!) But, I am more like an Apple Tree which was my due date. Hmmm... I have qualitites of...

  8. migraine faker at the ED!

    NewEnglandRN replied to z's playa's topic in Emergency

    This exact thing happened to me on Topamax. Although I did not see much success with decreasing migraines, it did make them slightly less frequent. I had visual problems after 2 months on the drug and...

  9. Alcohol prep pads

    NewEnglandRN replied to aegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I guess they don't want the aides or students going home with any... they keep them locked up in the med

  10. Alcohol prep pads

    NewEnglandRN replied to aegirl's topic in General Nursing

    At the LTC facility I am doing my clinical at, they HIDE the alcohol prep pads. You would have thought we were asking for a portable MRI scanner to fit in our pockets! :chuckleSo, we went our and...

  11. Xray tech~ more $$$ than RN???

    NewEnglandRN replied to SoulShine75's topic in Nursing Career

    Excellent post,

  12. Urgent Warning***beware

    NewEnglandRN replied to CHATSDALE's topic in Nursing Humor

    Gezz, when I opened the door, the man ran away as fast as he could screaming "No, No!"

  13. Describing Skin Turgor

    NewEnglandRN replied to snwflknurse's topic in General Students

    Where are you taught to assess skin turgor? Back of hand, arm, clavicle, etc.? It's so great this post came out when it did as I was wondering the same thing.

  14. Gifts/cards etc to thank clinical instructor & site?

    NewEnglandRN replied to enfermeraSG's topic in General Students

    I completey agree that a nice Thank you note means so much. At the end of the school year, I send a handwritten letter to my children's teachers & support staff. I have had several people tell me...

  15. Anyone go through a divorce while in Nursing school?

    NewEnglandRN replied to NewEnglandRN's topic in General Students

    Thanks to everyone for sharing your stories. This is such a major decision... I'm going to try to take it one day at a time. I really believe everything happens for a

  16. HELP,need input for a MAJOR decision

    NewEnglandRN replied to emsboss's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there {{{emsboss}}} You are so close, don't give up! You can do

  17. How far/long is your drive to school/clinicals?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Lisa Michelle's topic in General Students

    My College is only 10 minutes away! This semester's clinical assignment is about 20 minutes. Not bad at all. However, next semester, my clinical site could be up to an hour each

  18. Radiology Techs practicing Nursing?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Evagall's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    My former Radiology Department never had any problem working with Nurses. I greatly admire Nurses which is why I'm in Nursing

  19. Radiology Techs practicing Nursing?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Evagall's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    When I worked as a Tech 14 years ago, it was a HUGE NO-NO to touch any lines or equipment. I would definetely follow through with this right

  20. Xray tech~ more $$$ than RN???

    NewEnglandRN replied to SoulShine75's topic in Nursing Career

    In my area, RTs start around $18 and RNs $23. Every few years the RT field gets "saturated" and new grads have a hard time finding work. Schooling is even more demanding than Nursing (but keep in mind...

  21. verapamil

    NewEnglandRN replied to stephera's topic in General Nursing

    I take 180mg of Verapamil for migraines. It has decreased the number I get per week and has improved by BP and

  22. Bad day at Work

    NewEnglandRN replied to Ortho_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry your shift was bad. Just keep in mind all the scrapbook goodies you can get next

  23. before clinical breakfast ideas?

    NewEnglandRN replied to kimhaw's topic in General Students

    I usually grab a donut and Vanilla Chai at Dunkin Donuts :stone That might explain the ten pounds I've gained since school

  24. Need Some Advise. Want to be an RN: late 30's AM I TOO LATE?

    NewEnglandRN replied to RNRNRNRNR's topic in Nursing Career

    definitely not! in my class of 62, i would estimate that 50% of us are over 30. you are never too old to further your education or start a new career. good

  25. Risks Working in NICU????

    NewEnglandRN replied to TristateRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I worked as an Xray Tech for five years and have thyroid problems diagnosed at age 32. I will be on thyroid medication for the rest of my life. That being said, I always wore a lead apron while doing...