tyvin BSN, RN

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    Any tips for my Companion job interview?

    tyvin replied to carolbrigid's topic in General Nursing

    All good suggestions especially the first one. Letting them know you are all about confidentiality is a big plus. Hospitals want people who they can trust and whom can be trusted with patients details...
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    I can't beleive this!

    tyvin replied to jmtndl's topic in General Nursing

    Go to your supervisor and explain what happened. You could fill out an incident report to make sure there's documentation. Ask your DON what you should do. As far as the doc making false statements...
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    I aced the test! Now how do I get home?

    tyvin replied to Mully's topic in General Nursing

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    question

    tyvin replied to kirslet's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just wanted to say I Hope someone can answer your questions. I took mine back in the day when it took over a month for the results to be mailed to you. Good
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    Med Pass 3-11 shift

    tyvin replied to jesuslovesme's topic in General Nursing

    Along with the evening med pass you will have treatments as well. Don't forget about the diabetics as many have sliding scale orders. The 8 and 9 pass can be heavy depending on the population and then...
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    Have you ever had to lawyer up?

    tyvin replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yes twice; but a letter of confidentiality was signed barring me from ever revealing anything about the cases. I can say that I won in both
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    fainted during a procedure at work!!

    tyvin replied to NurseKate16's topic in General Nursing

    Many moons ago as an enthusiastic student nurse on rotation at a suburban hospital I was given the opportunity to assist with a thoracentesis. I was ecstatic. The patient was positioned sitting up...
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    do you need to take NCLEX again if you don't work for 2 years

    tyvin replied to beba/rn's topic in General Nursing

    It depends upon which state you live in; some are more strict then others. Where I am if you let your license laps for 2 years then the BON determines what courses you take to be able to get your...
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    asking all nurse supervisors...

    tyvin replied to enchantedpixie's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Are you talking about an RN who has experience in "other then" LTC; if so I would say yes. Experienced RNs are extremely adaptible and as long as this person understands what they're getting into I...
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    Bad Idea???

    tyvin replied to Daisy_08's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't waste my time. Why spend all that time and energy into a career you have no intention of pursuing? Also; there is the cost factor. Unless she's got lots of money I think it would be wise to...
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    Rocephin Question

    tyvin replied to janat's topic in General Nursing

    It's a fact that Rocephin is more effective when administered IV then IM. Even if it's only one shot it's better to get an order for a saline lock so the med can be administered IV. That way the whole...
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    Song Ideas?

    tyvin replied to us2uk4u's topic in General Nursing

    Got to have some Queen in there "We Are The Champions", for the professors "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler will make em all cry, "Good Riddance" by Green Day is probably my favorite for the...
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    self study for certification?

    tyvin replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with iluvivt; you definitely must have discipline when it comes to a study schedule. Mnemonics and flashcards are your friend...good
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    What would you do

    tyvin replied to SashaO's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This sounds sounds to me like a case of low self- esteem on the VP's part. She may feel threatened by you for whatever reason. You may subconsciously remind her of a person or an event in her life...
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    Very nervous.. can I lose my license for this?

    tyvin replied to glitterness's topic in General Nursing

    When the DON told you to go home and you told her you were not done but she let you go; meaning you have nothing to worry about. Good call calling the DON since no one would help you. Welcome to the...
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    I need help.....plssssss.

    tyvin replied to Tatycare's topic in General Nursing

    Yes; anything that pumps up the
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    Objective Documentation on Demanding Patient?

    tyvin replied to al586's topic in General Nursing

    You did just fine in your post. Document what happens; the timing thing is great and use her own words. Also; you should have the charge start a behavior sheet on this patient after all metabolic...
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    Trach suctioning. Bullet vs. no bullet

    tyvin replied to divaRN*'s topic in Pulmonary

    NS bullets is a name normal saline that comes in the individual dose packets of 3ml is given. There are a few others names but on this forum they're usually referred to as NS
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    what to put in "desired salary" box when selection is required?

    tyvin replied to janice_c67's topic in General Nursing

    Open to negotiation whether there's a box choice or
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    Floating related to age

    tyvin replied to SandraCVRN's topic in General Nursing

    It should be based on years of employment and not age; sounds discriminatory if you do it by age and what about the nurse whose been there 10 years and then someone else comes in whose 60 and they get...
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    How do you chart verbal aggression by a client?

    tyvin replied to RxOnly's topic in General Nursing

    Correct charting procedure is to quote the patient word for word in quotes. That way there is no misunderstanding. As has been said just putting verbally aggressive leaves it up for
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    QUESTION?

    tyvin replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on how much the RNs are being paid. You should find out how much the higest RN salary is and ask for 30%
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    TB Skin test question

    tyvin replied to new_worker's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is against the law in any state in the United States of America to force someone to take the treatment. If you come up positive and don't want to take the very controversial meds then a yearly...
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    TB Skin test question

    tyvin replied to new_worker's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No it
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    Am I obligated to tell them of my other job?

    tyvin replied to tripsis's topic in General Nursing

    Externships are suppose to be opportunities for learning and I think taking two is unprofessional and greedy. If you tell them they will definitely not approve. They will find out; if I were you I...