LouisianaNurse2006

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  1. How I Passed Boards

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to yogadedra's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congradulations and Best Wishes! Did you have alot of pharmacology on the NCLEX? Which drugs should I become most familiar with?? Thanks for

  2. Least amount of study time?

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to LouisianaNurse2006's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    WOW! That's awesome...... I have been reviewing for 2 weeks now, and I am so burnt out.... but I start orientation on the 19th at the hospital... so I really want to get the NCLEX OVER before then...

  3. Called Pearson, HELP

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to dmv0309's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Do you know how long it usually takes to receive an ATT after

  4. How much time did you spend preparing for the NCLEX-RN?

    LouisianaNurse2006 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    How much time did you spend preparing for the NCLEX-RN? What is the average? I don't want to wait too long, but I don't want to jump in too quickly and not be ready. I am taking an online review...

  5. Nclex Friday June 2, 2006 Any Advice???

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to MERCEDES674's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good Luck - just concentrate on reviewing the basics! Does anyone know how detailed we need to be about knowing Lab Values?? I am just memorizing the basic ones from school. Same for pharmacology!...

  6. Pearson is down!

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to elizabells's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Way to

  7. Nclex-rn Priority questions how did you go by answering them?

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to MERCEDES674's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have read that patients that take priority would be new admits, any pt with s/s of bleeding (hypovolemia), any change in LOC, or any s/s of impending respiratory or cardiac problems. Does this...

  8. help please--position of amputation

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to 3months's topic in Orthopedic

    We were told in school to elevate stump first 24 hours, then straight to prevent contractures, with prone position a few times a day if not contraindicated. Does this sound okay to

  9. ortho vs cardiac

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to mogiee's topic in Orthopedic

    Since I am starting in Ortho as a new graduate next month, I am interested in the Pros and Cons of the Orthopaedic Floor....... give me the best and worst parts of working in Ortho! Also, is it...

  10. Opinions for a new grad

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to RN and Mommy's topic in Orthopedic

    Congradulations! I am a new nurse starting in Ortho also, unfortunate though I don't have the CNA experience you have.... so I will be starting out and having to learn everything from scratch! I...

  11. Starting school soon...

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to Boogie's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Congradulations and best wishes...... I am 42 and just graduated at the top of my RN class.... age is of no consequence.... in fact, if you are committed and determined to do well you may find the...

  12. nursing salary

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to Cmunst45636's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    New Grad base pay ranges from 16.50 to 19.50 depending on the hospital and shift differential ranges from 4.00 to 8.00 again depending on the hospital. Lower base pay has higher shift diff and vise...

  13. Pre-NCLEX stress ...

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to Elleann's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    So sorry to hear of all your misfortune.... it does help to talk about it! I hope you are feeling better

  14. online course review

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to seesha's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Did the Hurst Review help you

  15. Question to all who taken Nclex recently

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to cinthern's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Has any of you taken the HURST Review and if so did it

  16. Time Management

    LouisianaNurse2006 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would love to hear one or two of your very best time management, time saving tips/tricks for floor nursing from some new nurses! The best ones I have picked up at clinicals this semester are: Give...

  17. Time Management

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to LouisianaNurse2006's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What about any good Nursing Time Management Books?? Have any of you ever come across one that really helped and was not packed with useless, common sense type stuff? Thanks for all of your quick...

  18. Time Management

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to LouisianaNurse2006's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good point! The way we were taught was to go down the check off sheet initialling everything normal (&record #'s) and then on the narrative go into detail with the abnormal. No need to initial...

  19. Can't believe I'm so scared

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to nurscee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm sure it will all come back to you once you get in "nurse mode" again. Don't be afraid to ask questions. If the hospital is brand new and just opening, I'm sure everyone will be asking alot of...

  20. First med error

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to sunny95's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Everyone makes mistakes, just thank God it didn't harm the patient. I am sure the Dr and your DON have made their share of mistakes also.... we are all only human. Good for you that you were brave...

  21. frustrated on "2 yr experience required"

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to megan mahal's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Instead of trying to find a "new graduate program", could you just apply as a new graduate on the floor and learn the routine through orientation. I mean you are a USA citizen and you did pass the...

  22. Help! Need Time Management Tips

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to Serenyd's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Great Question! I am only a student nurse, so I can't help you, but I can't wait to read any tips and/or tricks for time management! Prioritizing and organizing is so vital to nurses..... but just...

  23. just pass nclex..what next??

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to megan mahal's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If I were you I would type up a really nice resume and then hand them out or mail them to the Personnel Dept or Nurse Recruiters of hospitals closest to where you live and see what happens. Also you...

  24. Love this discussion forum!

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to kellyo's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Same here. I can't stop wondering what is will be like. I have become addicted to this forum! With 9 months left of my ADN program, I am nervous, scared, and excited all at the same time at the...

  25. What Did You Think Of Nursing School?

    LouisianaNurse2006 replied to rayofsunshine's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It is not so much that any one thing is extremely difficult.... the problems and stress is mainly because it it just so time consuming. There is so much piled on you all at the same time that you...