NsugaBuga

NsugaBuga

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  1. LPN vs. RN

    NsugaBuga replied to Pneumothorax's topic in General Students

    Right. But I do know some RNs (and a soon-to-be RN) that I work with..... that look at LPNs and speak to them as if they dont know anhything at

  2. What it means to be in an "outbreak"

    NsugaBuga replied to Aeterna's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    And ofcourse its the nurses fault, and always will be. Its frustrating because we're not the only staff who hops from room to room. I've seen family members call from home and say Theyve caught what...

  3. How long did you stay at your 1st job?

    NsugaBuga replied to 01dayatatime's topic in Nursing Career

    im still at my first job. been here for 10 months. im looking for a second job

  4. New Grad...need help dealing with super negative staff!

    NsugaBuga replied to ZenStudent's topic in First Year After Licensure

    i dont pay attention to what others think. every day that i'm at work, i know what i need to do to get the job done. i'll be fine so long as everybody is working as a team and making sure the...

  5. How do you de-stress?

    NsugaBuga replied to fordgrl76's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm now gonna get myself a real good mattress, w/ a new comforter set. I deserve

  6. How can I keep my scrubs from fading?

    NsugaBuga replied to TeleRN311's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Dont toss them around in the dryer til theyre bone dry. Take them out half way, and hang them. Works for all

  7. What is your favorite scrub brand and why?

    NsugaBuga replied to Patrick Brooks's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love Barco/Greys Anatomy for their colors, prints, fits (both top and bottom,) and quality. They come in my size, and stay the same size after washing. The pants are right for my short legs and...

  8. petite scrubs

    NsugaBuga replied to jordanmarie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    im your size..... and i love.....barco uniforms especially the greys anatomy ones are the

  9. Student Uniforms - What are yours like?

    NsugaBuga replied to tag2007's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    For lpn school, it was khaki top and bottom scrubs, w/ a navy scrub jacket. Top and jacket w/ the school patch. White shoes and socks. Convenient cuz these were the colors they wear at my first...

  10. Sticky poop...I need some tips!

    NsugaBuga replied to bwenzrn's topic in General Nursing

  11. What's your nursing kryptonite?

    NsugaBuga replied to ktliz's topic in General Nursing

    Maggots??? Whats the story w/ that? One thing that grossed me out was snot from this one persons nose. I think its because it was so unexpected. :confused:It was green and thick... and wouldnt stop...

  12. What kind of snacks can I get for the nurses at the floor where I had my clinicals?

    NsugaBuga replied to onlyj's topic in General Nursing

    mmm veggies w/ ranch

  13. Comments about personal appearance

    NsugaBuga replied to AOx1's topic in General Nursing

    I used to get that alot and Im sure it wont stop. I actually am underweight for my height. But in defense, I think I'll gain when I'm in my 30s... or start having kids. (whichever comes first) Also,...

  14. Job market reality for new nurses

    NsugaBuga replied to DNS on the go's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Those particular students need to get the right mindset

  15. Can someone reassure me?

    NsugaBuga replied to clarabelle81's topic in General Nursing

    I just feel like when watching whoever does that, I'd make a mental not of it, question that action, and not ever do that. Doesnt everybodys room have a sharps container at their

  16. Nursing Homes and Jobs

    NsugaBuga replied to ttpurtee's topic in General Nursing

    No.... and yes... Yes because you just might get to see all the work they do. You can even ask them questions and watch/assist them in doing some procedures. Like Ashley said, its a foot in the door...

  17. Attention: Delaware new grads!!

    NsugaBuga replied to NEWRNDE's topic in General Nursing

    Agencies dont hire graduates. I hear they used to train and hire graduates, but thats not happening anymore because of the time and energy it took to train nurses. An owner of one told me that they...

  18. Attention: Delaware new grads!!

    NsugaBuga replied to NEWRNDE's topic in General Nursing

    I think the 'freeze' is still going on. Nobody wants to hire graduates so they cant get experience anywhere. Most of my classmates lived around our school, in the wilmington/newport area, and got...

  19. What pay are nurses making these days?

    NsugaBuga replied to BeOne77's topic in General Nursing

    Even for the students straight out of highschool, w/ info fresh in their brains, and having taken all the right courses, its still hard and they'll get a way to set you back. I've seen pple get all...

  20. What pay are nurses making these days?

    NsugaBuga replied to BeOne77's topic in General Nursing

    Even for the students straight out of highschool, w/ info fresh in their brains, its still hard. I've seen pple get all their prereqs done along w/ all the gpa requirements, and sit on a waiting list...

  21. What's your nursing kryptonite?

    NsugaBuga replied to ktliz's topic in General Nursing

    I had a clinical on a vent unit.. and I'm telling you, this phlegm flew across the room w/o warning!!!

  22. How do you de-stress?

    NsugaBuga replied to fordgrl76's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Get on the phone to talk to loved ones, or go out w/ friends. Then theres

  23. Five questions for nurses to answer for a nursing sutdent

    NsugaBuga replied to nortpea's topic in General Nursing

    I'm confused. How would giving insulin w/o a blood sugar measurement benefit anybody... and how would that be