lawandaluxnurse ADN, BSN

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    Advantages of Bedside Nursing

    lawandaluxnurse replied to KeepItRealRN's topic in General Nursing

    WELL
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    short vtach after longer vtach

    lawandaluxnurse replied to judgeme's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with esme12 you call that MD until you have an order to treat x beats of v tach or greater. It covers you and the patient. If the MD does not want to be bothered that is his problem....
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    Not Seeking Medical Advice, Just want to know I am not alone

    lawandaluxnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been told I have a few ovarian cysts, I am not seeking medical advice on this forum, I just want to know how others have dealt with this and or how you managed to get through the waiting...
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    Not Seeking Medical Advice, Just want to know I am not alone

    lawandaluxnurse replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the relplies, helps
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    Too old for ICU?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to eyeball's topic in Critical Care

    Go in there and give them you best at the interview. There is no reason you should not be considered! GOOD LUCK! You will do
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    I think I've landed my dream job

    lawandaluxnurse replied to bostonbakednurse's topic in Home Health

    Yes I am curious what state are you
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    Burned a bridge, how to start over??

    lawandaluxnurse replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks
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    Burned a bridge, how to start over??

    lawandaluxnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    I will keep this short, I need some advice. I have been an RN for 13 years, have done many areas, cared for a parent with alzheimers, had 2 major surgeries and others personal issues....
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    Ethical (?) Dilemma?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    take your days ASAP, it is your position, I agree with above post 2 to 3 months will turn to 5 or 6 and keep going
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    medsurg/tele rn going for OR...any advice?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to pale_pilsen's topic in Operating Room

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    medsurg/tele rn going for OR...any advice?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to pale_pilsen's topic in Operating Room

    I agree with you. Shouting was not the intent it was just the way I typed it. You are right there is gameplaying and all of that in every type of nursing and yes not all ORs are like the 2 I...
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    medsurg/tele rn going for OR...any advice?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to pale_pilsen's topic in Operating Room

    Oh, this is so not true. :rolleyes:I have never had a surgeon throw an instrument at me and if one did, there would be hell to pay. That may have been acceptable years ago- not anymore. IT DID...
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    Intimidated Nurse, Informed Patient, and WebMD

    lawandaluxnurse replied to rnccf2007's topic in General Nursing

    An "intimidated nurse" has lost the ability to be an effective patient advocate -- don't become "intimidated". FROM ALTRA THIS IS BRILLIANT, I LOVE
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    medsurg/tele rn going for OR...any advice?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to pale_pilsen's topic in Operating Room

    that should be answer pagers. OR is an interesting place to work. It is fast paced most of the time and can be exciting, I just wanted to point out it is not as easy as some think. It...
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    medsurg/tele rn going for OR...any advice?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to pale_pilsen's topic in Operating Room

    keep dreaming about those breaks they are rare even in OR. yes one patient at a time but you also have a whole staff to attend to surgeons, anesthesia, assists, techs, students and you...
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    Does bullying really go on in Nursing?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to R_Clemens's topic in General Nursing

    Ya think!! Yes i occurs in nursing!! Been
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    Ok, this one hasn't been done in a while....

    lawandaluxnurse replied to FancypantsRN's topic in General Nursing

    mine is a name that my friends used to call me as a joke when we would pretend dressup and think that we had the "luxurious"
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    TOO OLD

    lawandaluxnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is anyone out there as po'd as i am, trying to switch to critical care, keep getting blocked, is 46 considered ancient for and RN, I have 13 years under my belt, i can still run circles with the...
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    My life is so hopeless right now!

    lawandaluxnurse replied to Lisa321's topic in General Nursing

    to not a hat person poster, Jesus or God may not have been there for you because you didn't see them. if you are not a believer then you are not a believer, but not a reason to dscourage...
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    Secrets for preventing back problems?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to misscherie's topic in General Nursing

    pilates, core exercises, proper lifting techniques, that is the only way, and always use lifts if available, or ask for help, don't give up your back for a job that won't care about you,...
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    Suture/Staple removal in NYC

    lawandaluxnurse replied to RNpaula's topic in General Nursing

    In WI we can remove as long as we have a md
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    Adult experience only but want newborns!

    lawandaluxnurse replied to MommyandRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree with above poster, try it, keep applying, something will come along! You have nothing to lose by trying! GOOD
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    Getting the spark back....

    lawandaluxnurse replied to ivorybunny's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your post I found it inspiring. I think there are alot of healthcare staff out there that could benefit from this idea. Thanks
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    Was told I don't make a difference in the lives of Alz pts....

    lawandaluxnurse replied to NurseBunny13's topic in General Nursing

    Your supervisor is wrong. Don't ever think you don't make a difference with your patients. Those with alzheimers and those without it. I am an RN and took care of my mom for 7 years while also...
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    What Would You Do?

    lawandaluxnurse replied to westieluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    GO for it. Why be miserable? I do agree with other posters give notice. I have been burned. You don't want to go down that road. Good luck