Lev MSN, RN, NP

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    After 3 weeks.....

    Lev replied to motherof3sons's topic in General Nursing

    Wow...I hope everything works out. Sleazy surgeon..Probably not that uncommon because many are bigoted.
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    How to study questions using kaplan?

    Lev replied to carrotcake's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Your scores are good. The PDA book is a good choice. You know how you learn best, so as long as you are managing your time effectively and still have time before NCLEX keep on
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    Terrified Mortified Petrified Stupefied

    Lev replied to Terra Fermata's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi Terra, Hopefully you will feel less intimidated by the time you graduate and one day YOU will be able to juggle a full assignment just like that nurse. Nursing is a huge learning curve and it will...
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    What should I be doing?

    Lev replied to AshleyLouise22's topic in Nursing Career

    Hi Ashley, Now is the time to network at your clinical sites and with your clinical instructors. If you can get a job as a CNA, especially in a hospital, it will serve you well. Some managers like to...
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    awful pt assignment or the norm?

    Lev replied to maybug's topic in Medical-Surgical

    To answer your original question: awful patient
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    Interview for Ortho Unit this week

    Lev replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in Orthopedic

    Big things in ortho: pain management and
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    indecisive on becoming a registered nurse

    Lev replied to crystal8819's topic in Nursing Career

    Some people say "nursing is the most difficult job you'll ever love." nursing is a tough job; physically, emotionally, and psychologically difficult. There are rewarding times too. If you work in a...
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    I only held his hand

    Lev replied to motay68's topic in General Students

    That was really moving! It's the little things that count...these moments keep us sane when we sometimes wonder why we keep doing what we
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    Student Worker: Nursing Home

    Lev replied to Yarlene621's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Is this an advertised position? It should have a job
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    Advice for new preceptor please

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks NBC, that was helpful. Anyone
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    Advice for new preceptor please

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in Nursing Career

    Bump....
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    How to explain reasons for leaving?

    Lev replied to afterseason's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Is the first job in addition to all the things you mentioned also far from your house? Reduced travel time can be a "safe" excuse. Otherwise, you'll have to think of a generic fit all excuse that...
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    "Two-yearitis"

    Lev replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I will be approaching the two year mark in a couple months. While I do favor the increased confidence and knowhow I still have plenty to learn. And I know I was asked to precept a nursing student...
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    Med-Surg and leaving at 7:30

    Lev posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is it possible? Even if I'm all ready to go at 6pm, something always happens between then and 7pm. 5-7 - when stuff happens. Maybe if I stop taking a lunch break, I can get out on time. Today it was...
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    Will the Texas ED RN become a scapegoat in the Ebola patient discharge?

    Lev replied to preddish's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    When I first heard the report on NPR I said to myself "of course they blamed the
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    The culture of AN

    Lev posted a topic in General Nursing

    Singing in my Heart is taking a break from All Nurses. This is not the first time one of our esteemed posters has felt the need to do this. I would like to suggest to the moderators the option to flag...
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    How to diffuse a situation involving dissatisfied/angry patients

    Lev replied to jchongmeeluk's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I echo Esme's post. Let them know that you understand their concern and ask them what they would like you to do to fix the situation. Usually they have a clear expectation that is not difficult to...
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    The culture of AN

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I didn't mean the current report button feature. I meant the proposed one in the original post that was in addition to the current report button, which now seems obsolete. Glad to hear GrnTea is...
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    The culture of AN

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    Ahh thank you. I believe you're
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    Oncology ICU

    Lev replied to jema1990's topic in Critical Care

    I'm pretty sure Hopkins has a surgical ICU focused on oncology patients. I think it's called the WICU. The W is the first letter of the last name of one of their
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    The culture of AN

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone! Wow I did not expect such an informed response. Thanks for pointing out the resources that are already available. I am aware of the yellow report button. I wasn't sure if people were...
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    Please Start!

    Lev replied to Pepper The Cat's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Please stop ignoring elevated blood sugars and blood pressure (and then ambo transport comes and won't take the
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    Patho class

    Lev replied to Rn 1979's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Perhaps ask your professor for advice on the best way to prepare for her exams? Find out how your fellow students are
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    Need help coping with death of a loved one while in nursing school

    Lev replied to lobatse's topic in General Students

    Go to the funeral. If you don't you will regret it. Going to the funeral will help you grieve and give you a sense of closure. Your school should excuse this and find a way to help you make up the...
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    How long did you work med-surg before getting an ICU job?

    Lev replied to Lev's topic in MICU, SICU

    I got called to interview for a cardiovascular step down position! I don't think their CVICU hires people without critical care experience, but if I do get a job offer, I could transfer to the CVICU...