Amanda.RN

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  1. Can an NP invoke health care proxy

    Amanda.RN replied to rich2008's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    At my job, it requires the signature of two physicians, or a physician and a psychiatrist. No other disciplines are allowed to sign that document. I'm in Wisconsin, and I'm fairly certain that's the...

  2. Disrespectful

    Amanda.RN replied to lovelyb26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I've never heard of this kind of tension, but I suppose there will always be tension amongst degrees where there are similar job duties and responsibilities. Listen to your heart and follow your...

  3. Pray for me...

    Amanda.RN replied to IHeartDukeCTICU's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Good

  4. NPs ever have to take call?

    Amanda.RN replied to ghostbird's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    In the primary care setting at the facility where I work, the NPs do not have to be on call. I'm sure this depends on the setting in which you're ultimately

  5. Nervous

    Amanda.RN replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats! I'm sure you'll do well. Just remember to smile, stand tall, keep your head up, and say hi to others; oh yeah, and breathe! Chances are that everyone else will be as (or more) nervous than...

  6. accepted supervisor position, need resources

    Amanda.RN replied to VivaRN's topic in Nurse Management

    VivaRN, if you're looking for a good read, these are books that have been recommended to me & I found them helpful: Communicate with Confidence by Dianna Booher How to Win Friends & Influence...

  7. How soon should I go from LPN pay to RN pay

    Amanda.RN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    When you speak with the DON, make it clear that you want to be reimbursed for the entire time you've been working with an RN license. The raise should have been active the moment you passed the...

  8. Am I "wasting" my time trying to become a RN if I want to get into informatics?

    Amanda.RN replied to cubensis's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At the facility where I work, we hire BSN prepared nurses who specifically have a degree in Nurse Informatics. They want these nurses to have the computer background, as well as a good understanding...

  9. How can I stop being so scared and shy?

    Amanda.RN replied to leogirl8's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Fear of public speaking is not uncommon. Have you considered trying to join a group or take a class on public speaking or oral communications? With help and practice, you will be able to overcome this...

  10. NJ nurse want clinic job

    Amanda.RN replied to milan2006's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    All of the clinic job postings I have seen require at least 2 years of med/surg or related experience. It would be optimal to get some experience prior to working in a clinic setting because clinic...

  11. IM Injections

    Amanda.RN replied to sillylilly05's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    ...forgot to comment on syringe size. The length will always be dependent on the site and size of the person. Really emaciated patients will only need a 5/8" for the deltoid, but most people require...

  12. IM Injections

    Amanda.RN replied to sillylilly05's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Please visit the following link: http://www.ykhoanet.com/baigiang/dieuduong/vuphong/Skill_kythuattiemantoan.pdf This is very detailed information on IM injections and gives visuals on finding your...

  13. agency nurse asks..how to deal with difficult staff nurse

    Amanda.RN replied to Kashia's topic in Agency Nurses

    She doesn't sound like the kind of person who will be receptive to you pulling her aside. Doubling up on Tylenol dosing is a med error -- if you documented the dose you gave, she made a med error by...

  14. Medication addministration and distribution errors

    Amanda.RN replied to CorrectionsNurseSup's topic in Correctional

    If you're provided with the right equipment, I think medication errors can be decreased significantly -- I'm not saying 0% is totally realistic, but when provided with eMAR and barcode scanning...

  15. Clinic Job Hunt Question

    Amanda.RN replied to ahatch1021's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    What area / state are you in? Wisconsin has a great state-wide job search engine (www.wisconsinjobnetwork.com), and I'm assuming other states do too. Monster is another big one. Your school may also...

  16. accepted supervisor position, need resources

    Amanda.RN replied to VivaRN's topic in Nurse Management

    I'm so happy to hear that VivaRN! I recently accepted a supervisor position as well -- I start on February 2nd. I'm really looking forward to it! I'm so glad to hear you enjoy your

  17. Best way to contact unsuccessful candidates after interview

    Amanda.RN replied to orangecampino's topic in Nurse Management

    I agree that e-mail or snail mail would be best. You could add a blurb like, "If you have feedback on your interview experience, please contact me at 555-555-5555." or something like that. I agree...

  18. failed nclex

    Amanda.RN replied to Freddie86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Everyone always thinks they failed when they walk out. Wait until the results are available before you jump to conclusions and get upset. Please keep us posted when you find

  19. Grooming for male pre-nursing students

    Amanda.RN replied to rocketberger's topic in Male Nursing Students

    We were always required to pull our hair back in a pony tail and maintain good hygiene. I think that as long as you keep your hair pulled back, and keep your facial hair groomed well (trimmed, well...

  20. Getting hired with an associates degree?

    Amanda.RN replied to futurenurse1248's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have my associates and have been recruited for every job I've had since becoming an RN, including my recent promotion. When I was still in school and doing my preceptorship at a local hospital, the...

  21. How do you track tardiness/absences

    Amanda.RN replied to kgh31386's topic in Nurse Management

    If you have the Microsoft 2010 Suite, Excel has a really nice template that you can revise to be an employee absence calendar. If you click "New" and then search through the available templates,...

  22. LPN. or RN

    Amanda.RN replied to gapeacheykeen's topic in Nursing Career

    Definitely go for RN. Start with your ADN from a local technical college (generally these programs offer a "LPN exit point" where you can decide to stop classes and take the LPN NCLEX if you really...

  23. Nursing school is pretty easy so far...

    Amanda.RN replied to rjones416's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    It sounds like you're in the Gen Ed classes yet... It will get harder when you actually reach the core nursing courses. If it doesn't and the nursing courses are a breeze too, you're either a genious...

  24. Documentation altering/tampering...Is this the norm???

    Amanda.RN replied to RollerRN's topic in Home Health

    Coverage and reimbursement is a frequent topic of discussion amongst administration / management everywhere (from home health to primary care to hospital settings, etc). Unfortunately, like any...

  25. Nursing Student Terrified about Preceptorship

    Amanda.RN replied to aismail3's topic in General Students

    Congratulations on making it to your last semester! You're on the 'home stretch'!! :) Take a deep breath! You are there to learn, so your preceptor would never just have you go off on your own and...