Dazglue ADN, BSN, MSN, RN

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    Help... not sure if nursing is for me

    Dazglue replied to samanthadaisyRN's topic in General Nursing

    From one nursing student in her last semester to another I know how you are feeling. I think it is just that we are getting so close to the end that we are terrified because we don't know everything...
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    How much do techs make?

    Dazglue replied to tk88's topic in Emergency

    Ours start out at 8.44. Of course ER techs start out with more. I think for them it's 10 bucks an hour. Like someone before said not enough for what they
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    Older nurses taking forever to computer chart

    Dazglue replied to Giga's topic in General Nursing

    I wish people wouldn't think ALL young people think this way because I do NOT! OP shouldn't talk about "older" nurses because one day she may need that "older" nurse when the system goes down and she...
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    Did your Docs get you a Christmas gift or recognize your work?

    Dazglue replied to rkitty198's topic in General Nursing

    I work in the ER. Our ER Doc that is over the ER bought us goody bag and a pretty cool notepad. (better than nothing...it's the though that counts) Anyways, we're from the south so anytime there is a...
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    Catheters in Pregnant Pt going for US??

    Dazglue replied to jjvemiller's topic in Emergency

    At our hospital we just started any female over the age of 18 gets cath b/c a lot of patients were contaminating the clean catch urine specimens. I understand the rationalization but I think they...
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    Is there an easy way to do Med/IV math???

    Dazglue replied to dade4l's topic in General Students

    The only advice I can give is practice, practice, and practice. Do you hace a dosage calculation book? Maybe your instructor can give you sheets of practice
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    How do I get the "one year acute experience" all hospitals are looking for?

    Dazglue replied to dienne's topic in General Nursing

    Apply for the jobs anyway. You never know. Also, try to apply for med/surg jobs even if they also say there is a 1 year
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    ASN OR BSN FIRST?

    Dazglue replied to pnmia10's topic in General Nursing

    Well if I was you I would apply for both programs and see which one I got into and went from there. If you get accepted to both then you have to think about what's best for you whether it's financial...
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    Southern Union Community College

    Dazglue replied to 2bnurseguy_2005's topic in Alabama Nursing

    I am in SUSCC's nursing program now! I'll be happy to answer any
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    Auburn BSN

    Dazglue replied to ucfknight's topic in Alabama Nursing

    AUM has an accelerated program I think. It's Auburn's other campus in
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    Starting pay for LPN in Alabama?

    Dazglue replied to vinsonbm's topic in Alabama Nursing

    At my hospital they start out around at 18
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    Hesi Fundamentals Test Help

    Dazglue replied to srosie's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    It's really not that bad. I made a 99 on mine! You can't study for it because it's what you have already learned the entire semester. You can review the material though. Good
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    How to prepare for med-surg class?

    Dazglue replied to swansonplace's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Med-Surg really isn't THAT bad. The best advice I can give to you is STUDY! You need to learn the disease process and after that practice answering questions about the disease process BEFORE the test....
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    Pt choking and DNR....

    Dazglue replied to Beachbum2010's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I feel so sorry for that man. It's not liked he choked on purpose. Obviously he's either disabled or elderly and frail for you to be feeding him but I don't think you should refer to him as a crazy...
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    Taking the nclex-rn for the 5th....

    Dazglue replied to NowPedsRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats on passing! I'm so happy for
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    Drug Testing for NS

    Dazglue replied to PhiladelphiaLove's topic in General Students

    Yes. Mainly because the clinical sites require them before we start clincal. We never know till 24 hours in advance though. And we are subjected to them randomly. One positive drug test and you are...
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    Our new hire, new grad charge nurse

    Dazglue replied to kimbo9's topic in General Nursing

    My thoughts exactly. You never know she might be great at this position. She will probably need help and I hope someone out the kindness of his/her heart will assist. Everyone needs guidance at the...
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    New Grads, Bitterness, and Maybe A Real "Nursing Shortage."

    Dazglue replied to Trinitas2010RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I live in Alabama and to be honest I've never heard of any new grads or experienced nurses having trouble finding jobs. I guess we are just blessed down in this area. The only "shortage" here is that...
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    Taking picture of patient?

    Dazglue replied to rkitty198's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I didn't say she doesn't deserved the consequences of her actions. It's just that I don't wish bad things on people or be happy or "satisfied" of her punishment. It would have been great if the...
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    Taking picture of patient?

    Dazglue replied to rkitty198's topic in General Nursing

    Unlike the first poster I wouldn't say I'm gald her job is in jeopardy because I would never wish bad on someone. However, taking the picture was out of line. HIPPA violation whether the patient said...
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    do you like your ER?

    Dazglue replied to prmitchell's topic in Emergency

    Stay where you are! If you love your job, keep it!! Lol. Trust me! I love my job in the ER. Been at my hospital for almost 5 years. I started out as a transporter and did clincials elsewhere but...
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    Religion, culture and nursing

    Dazglue replied to raebabelvn's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    It's something to think about. Take care of your patient the best way you can or allowed to do. Be courteous. Don't
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    What type of IV do I give? and/or not give?

    Dazglue replied to michele08540's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thanks alot VickyRN! That even helped
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    Starting Clinicals, Hepatitis B Vaccine question

    Dazglue replied to nursegc's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    At my school it is
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    Need help on one clinical calculation

    Dazglue replied to sau90's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Not only do you need to converse the rate but don't forget the initial answer is per minutes and you need to muliply times 60 to get the hourly rate. Don't forget to round if