Sun0408 ASN, RN

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    Signing out medications for my manager.

    Sun0408 replied to OlaHospiceRNBSN's topic in Patient Medications

    Oh wow, soo fishy !!! I would be very careful, could be diverting. I hate to say that but why only one med and not all meds? Why does he not have access to the pyxis ? As a manager on the floor, he...
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    nclex-rn problems with bon

    Sun0408 replied to nana288's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

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    nclex-rn problems with bon

    Sun0408 replied to nana288's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have never heard of those. Sounds like you will have a tough time getting permission to take NCLEX-RN with credentials/degree from that school. Many states do not recognize them..I'm so sorry you...
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    New to the ER in a level one trauma center - any suggestions?

    Sun0408 replied to Shelea01's topic in Critical Care

    Get a hold of a TNCC book, it will help you with trauma pts in the bay.. Don't stress too much, so much is on the job training and they shouldn't just throw in the trauma bay before you are ready.....
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    Is Any Nurse Actually HAPPY?

    Sun0408 replied to Cauliflower's topic in Health, Stress Management

    The first 6 months of working as a RN, I felt chewed up, spit out, unappreciated etc. You name it, I felt it. But it did get soo much better. The other nurses on my unit were great tho and took me...
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    Ok...so which of you on allnurses.com is this family talking about? :)

    Sun0408 replied to JustBeachyNurse's topic in Nurses Rock

    That was fantastic to read, thanks for sharing.. The little things mean so much to others, sometimes we just don't realize
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    Trouble with starting IV's

    Sun0408 replied to Katniss88's topic in General Students

    After the flashback you advance the needle just a bit further to get the cath in the vein, then you just advance the cath.. Open a new IV and look at the tip. The needle sticks out further than the...
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    Leaving a job before the training process is over?

    Sun0408 replied to Rn2012OJ's topic in Nursing Career

    Many are let go after notice is put in. You are not on your own yet so you are not part of the staffing. Be careful, doing so many place you on the "Do not hire" list. If it is a large company, this...
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    Agonizing wait after peer interview... help please!!

    Sun0408 replied to NYNYRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You can always do a follow up phone call to the HR recruiter you spoke with. No harm there but avoid being the psycho app, calling several times a day. The email idea from above is really good too
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    Patient Prioritization Questions

    Sun0408 replied to WantAccel.BSN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Don't get soo stuck on the numbers unless its something crazy wrong.. Look for clues in the questions or answers to help lead you to the correct answer. I've seen COPDers in the 88 range and doing...
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    Why should I become a Psych RN?

    Sun0408 replied to bellabarbiegirl's topic in Psychiatric

    Did you have clinicals at a psych facility? Keep the office job until you find something you are interested in. Please before you accept the position shadow a few shifts, talk with the staff and...
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    Patient Prioritization Questions

    Sun0408 replied to WantAccel.BSN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Some COPDers live in the upper 80s to low 90s range but the priority comes from what the question is asking and the answers provided. Is the COPDer having noted issues outside the norm, is there...
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    Will you pay 1000 dollars ticket for a interview?

    Sun0408 replied to kindlylili's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No, I wouldn't. Do you have ND license ?? Do you have a lot of experience or in a high demand area like ICU, L&D?? That is 1k, I would never get back if I went and wasn't hired. Telephone...
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    Trouble with starting IV's

    Sun0408 replied to Katniss88's topic in General Students

    You will hurt your pt with an IV, making them walk after surgery, cleaning wounds etc.. Simply put, get over it.. I say this with a smile and from a loving place :) All of those things may be hurtful...
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    How do you feel about male nurses in OB/GYN/NICU?

    Sun0408 replied to 274216's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Go for it if it's your passion. Nothing wrong with a male nurse in any of those fields
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    I finally got the good POP after 3 trys

    Sun0408 replied to jabarie90's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats !!!! Don't worry if your name is not on the website tomorrow.. Depending on your state, it could take a few days to weeks.. California is the slowest I've heard of so far.. I'm in SC and it...
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    Tips for doing well in Med Surg and Pharm

    Sun0408 replied to Tonks57's topic in General Students

    Yes, lots to do each semester.. Get a large calender that shows the whole month. Write assignments due dates on them. Clinical dates and test days. This will help you get organized. Stay on top of...
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    What's the craziest thing a patient or family member has said to you?

    Sun0408 replied to monkeybug's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Not an OB nurse but enjoyed reading your stories.. The OP takes the cake LOL.. I don't really have anything like that, in trauma we see and hear alot but the most often spoken words is "why is he/she...
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    Desating and Suctioning

    Sun0408 replied to SterlingArcher's topic in MICU, SICU

    How often and how long are you suctioning them?? It may be you are doing it for too long and too often, not allowing them to recover before attempting another pass.. I try to minimize my sxn to 10...
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    How does a hospital patient who is NPO react to a Flu shot?

    Sun0408 replied to Samian Q's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I've never told anyone to drink plenty of fluids after the flu shot. As for in the hospital, our flu vaccines are given right before DC
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    First Year Almost Over, No Magical "Ah ha" Moment Yet

    Sun0408 replied to babysteps25's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am not experienced by any means. With 3 years on the job, I still have days or nights that are just crazy and I can't get anything done. I still question myself on when to call the doc, etc...and I...
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    No calls...

    Sun0408 replied to mbward's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think once you graduate and pass boards you will have more call backs. Its tough for new grads right now, the job market is tough and HR recruiters are getting loads of apps a day. Im sure they are...
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    *confused* Sliding Scales and Insulin (particularly Actrapid)

    Sun0408 replied to hazyblue's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    The finger stick times should be on your EMAR or MAR for the due times along with the sliding scale. Pharmacy usually adds this so everyone knows when the finger sticks are due and what the prescribed...
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    *confused* Sliding Scales and Insulin (particularly Actrapid)

    Sun0408 replied to hazyblue's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Yes, you are only to do checks as ordered UNLESS you feel the pt is showing S&S of going hypo. At that time you would follow your facilities hypoglycemic protocol. No, the sliding scale is...
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    Got my first job in Trauma Unit!!!

    Sun0408 replied to nsgstu's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Know your gtts, know signs of bleeding, hone your neuro assessment skills. Many trauma's also have head injuries and TBI. Remember just because trauma pt is sedated and quiet doesn't mean they don't...