Dixielee

Dixielee BSN, RN

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  1. Nursing drop outs..Why??

    Dixielee replied to kario's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think in recent years, more people are going into nursing as a second profession because the one they chose first was downsized, exported or deleted. They get into school and realize how hard it can...

  2. Question about flu shot

    Dixielee replied to West's topic in International Nursing

    Like you, I had the "real flu" once and it made a believer out of me. I was in my late 20's had 2 little kids, and got so sick I didn't care if I lived or died. My daughter was only 6 and called my...

  3. 50k sign-on bonus

    Dixielee replied to ethelbsnrn's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks for checking that out Nekhismom. It makes sence now. So the bottom line is unless you really want to live in McAllen it is probably not worth it. Supplementing a good regular paycheck with good...

  4. OVERTIME situation

    Dixielee replied to Pete495's topic in General Nursing

    Would you rather be labeled a traitor or be labeled dead? Hospital admin will work you as much and as hard as you allow them to. If you and others continue to work regardless of the risks, they will...

  5. What's the difference between a CNA II and an LPN in NC???

    Dixielee replied to Maggie in NC's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    A CNA is a certified nursing assistant, an LPN is a licenced practical nurse....the big difference is the word "licensed". An LPN can give meds, take responsibility for his/her own patients and can...

  6. Outlying hospital mistakes

    Dixielee replied to clgmezzo's topic in Burn

    I have been on both sides of this situation, not as a burn nurse but as an ER nurse. I recently worked in the ER of a large metro hospital with the regional burn center, so we got a lot of transfers....

  7. ER abuse was encouraged last night

    Dixielee replied to Snowy's topic in Emergency

    Oramar, I must respectfully disagree with you. An injured person is the best person to determine how he feels and has a good idea of the extent of his injuries. I can't tell you how many people come...

  8. Thought for the Day: Make Sure You Visit Before Committing!

    Dixielee replied to Town & Country's topic in General Nursing

    While I would never commit to a permanent job site unseen, that is part of the fun of travelling. You get as much info as you can, but until you are really there you don't know what you are getting...

  9. What's the hardest shift to work in?

    Dixielee replied to 91WhiskeyM6's topic in General Nursing

    I just got home at about 0430 from my 3-3 shift in the ER, leaving them with a full house of patients. You come in with it is busy and you leave and it is still busy! Night shift dull?? Never in the...

  10. working nights

    Dixielee replied to lgreen's topic in General Nursing

    There is such a shortage of nurses right now, I would not worry about having to work nights just yet. Believe it or not, there are a lot of nurses who prefer nights. It is not just something that you...

  11. 50k sign-on bonus

    Dixielee replied to ethelbsnrn's topic in Texas Nursing

    Four years is a long time to commit to anything that you are uncertain of. I worked at a hospital last year that was paying about $10K for a 2 year committment. They did give it all within the first 6...

  12. Immunizations in Phoenix/Tempe?- where can I go for cheap?

    Dixielee replied to taapple's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I needed several immunizations prior to beginning as a travel nurse because I could not prove I had had some childhood diseases. I went to the local health department and I think the whole thing was...

  13. Sad story 480-pound woman dies after six years on couch

    Dixielee replied to dietersmanifesto's topic in General Nursing

    We had a similar situation several years ago in our ER. The man was not obese, but immobile. I have never seen or smelled anything so horrible in my life! He was in his 60's and had a hip replacement...

  14. What would you do in my situation...?

    Dixielee replied to Nurse Ratchet's topic in General Nursing

    This is from my husband who has been listening to me read some of these responses. He is an ex-police officer who has also dealt with life and death decisions. He is here to listen to me when I come...

  15. With an ADN can I be a ER nurse right out of the program?

    Dixielee replied to zlip14's topic in Emergency

    You made some great points. It sounds like you found a wonderful, nurturing home and I bet your patients get the care they need as well. You stated, "I STILL find stuff that i do not know. but i never...

  16. What stethoscope should i get???

    Dixielee replied to James12345's topic in General Nursing

    I have been a nurse for 30 years and the Littman Cardiology 3 is the best I have ever had. It may not be the best on the market but it is the best I have owned. I had it engraved and it is into the...

  17. Question about being a new grad and a new mommy....

    Dixielee replied to Hooligan's topic in General Nursing

    I think there is no higher calling than to be a mother. You are making a great choice to only work part time and to devote your time to your family. Nursing is a wonderful career for mothers. It...

  18. What would you do in my situation...?

    Dixielee replied to Nurse Ratchet's topic in General Nursing

    I see in your profile that you are only 19 years old, so I will cut you a little slack because of that. You may want to re read your post and consider who you are asking for help with your problem....

  19. With an ADN can I be a ER nurse right out of the program?

    Dixielee replied to zlip14's topic in Emergency

    Michelle, you are on your way to becoming a great nurse! You have been brutally honest with us and with yourself and that is a hard thing to do. You are right about it being very different when you...

  20. 2 weeks notice

    Dixielee replied to rhonda L's topic in Rural

    Dear so and so, After much thought and prayful consideration, I find that I must resign my position effective....whenever. I have learned much and gained many friendships during my tenure at blank...

  21. I am man, I wonder if I can be a nurse

    Dixielee replied to cgzca's topic in California Nursing

    I work in ER and it is not rare at all to see a male nurse. There have been shifts when I was the only female there! One night all the techs, the nurses, the doc and the clerk were all male, except...

  22. just graduated high school...

    Dixielee replied to baby_bubba's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, baby bubba you can sit for boards with an associate degree. While it may sound too good to be true, you still have a long road ahead of you. Since you just graduated from high school, you are...

  23. just graduated high school...

    Dixielee replied to baby_bubba's topic in Nursing Career

    Your information is a bit sketchy. You said you have enrolled in a nursing program at a community college. It seems than you would need an advisor to do that and they would be the one to answer a lot...

  24. Pain Scale Sucks Doggy Poo...

    Dixielee replied to andyman1216's topic in Emergency

    You just have to wonder what the old man had been through. Has he just lost a wife of 50 years? Had he outlived his children? There are so many things that make this life worth living, but sure make...

  25. With an ADN can I be a ER nurse right out of the program?

    Dixielee replied to zlip14's topic in Emergency

    I parrot what Susswood said. Your limiting factor will be your lack of experience not your degree. You would do yourself a big favor if you had a year of med surg under your belt. That is always my...