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  1. Webwoc program anyone?

    Candogal replied to thecareerchanger's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I did Webwoc for the convenience but if I was new I would definitely go to

  2. Blister on bunion

    Candogal replied to Dolo the nurse's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    A DTI stands for deep tissue injury which sounds like this is the case. I'll fitting shoes pressed along the bunion would cause it. The patient needs to throw the shoes out or alter the shoes to...

  3. wound care certification

    Candogal replied to greenwood75's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I did webwoc. From speaking to others Emory seems to be more informative but I did not want to travel and spend the mandatory week in Atlanta. Since I had experience all I needed was to complete the...

  4. Wound measurement question

    Candogal replied to kristin10's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    It would depend on the policy at the center. Due to so many abnormally shaped wounds we tend to measure the longest and widest areas (head to toe, should to shoulder instead of exactly the 12 to 6, 3...

  5. Coccyx wound left open to air?

    Candogal replied to lailadarling's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    A deep coccyx pressure ulcer of an incontinent pt. definitely needs to be covered, leaving it open would put it at risk for an e coli

  6. WOC Nurse NP?

    Candogal replied to CalicoKitty's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I have worked at 2 wound center with a NP in each and both were very good and seemed to enjoy their

  7. One year in, can I be a WOC nurse?

    Candogal replied to katinthehatter's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    You do not need to be certified for an outpatient wound RN position. I began 2 outpatient wound jobs without my certification and finally became certified but quite a few of the RNs working in wounds...

  8. New nurse wound care question: I think I really messed up a wound care dressing

    Candogal replied to namaB's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I think you did fine, the old alginate just like any dressing should not be left in the wound for too long. Whoever wrote the order should have specified to re-pack the wound and then filled the...

  9. inpatient wound versus outpatient wound clinic

    Candogal replied to diva_nurse's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I can only give you an outpatient view as I have only worked a 2 out-patient clinics. You see the same patients over and over again most seem like a weekly basis which means that you have time to...

  10. Can an Ace Bandage be used for an ulcer?

    Candogal replied to HappyRN3's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Sorry, I'm a bit late but yeah to simplify if it's arterial then it already has a decreased blood flow so compression would only make it worse. Compression is good for venous ulcers because the veins...

  11. What type of dressing to use for small leg wound?

    Candogal replied to AniSo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Since you said the wound is getting macerated avoid Telfa that would cause even more damage then the silicone foam dressing. First I would go back to whoever gave the orders and show them the wound...

  12. Stage 3 sacral ulcer, what dressing and how to keep clean?

    Candogal replied to hakunamatata's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I hope I can help, I have worked at 2 wound centers and very rarely do either place use tegaderm anymore-only for example when the patient is going to the beach and we don't want sand and water to get...

  13. Need experienced nurses help with new Stage 2 wound

    Candogal replied to hakunamatata's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    See If you can get her treated at an out-patient wound center where the wound can be assessed by a doctor to determine if it needs debridement, wound vac, packing such as iodoform etc. If not Santyl...

  14. New Grad on Subacute floor at LTC... need advice :'(

    Candogal replied to new.grad.rn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ugh!! I worked as a brand new RN on the overnight shift at a sub-acute/ LTC for 13 long months. It was rough but I'm lucky that for the most part the night crew was a great bunch to work with. I hate...

  15. Advice with severe vascular leg wounds

    Candogal replied to garnetgirl29's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Hi, I presently work at 2 outpatient wound centers- check a local hospital to see if they have a center. I would highly suggest the patient go to a wound center, which the staff will then instruct you...

  16. Is it possible to get out of a signed contract if a nurse doesn't like her job.

    Candogal replied to VKALA's topic in General Nursing

    I have never read or needed to sign one of those type of contracts so I have no idea what is involved. My question is, what would happen if the tables were turned and the hospital wants to fire the RN...

  17. Nursing honor society- Sigma Theta Tau International

    Candogal replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I hate writing negative things because someone else might have really great things to say about it but it was worthless for me and being part of the chapter was a mistake. We were bossed around and it...

  18. Total Contact Cast

    Candogal replied to RachRN11's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I love the TCC for diabetic patients, the wounds heal so much faster we have had a lot of success. The casts are changed weekly but a patient at risk for falls would not be a good

  19. Is it hard ?...

    Candogal replied to MyPrnPleaseBSN's topic in General Nursing

    I got so lucky and was hired for a PRN position in which I had very little experience. My manager said it was my personality and attitude that won over other applicants. She said she could train...

  20. Attitude towards Per Diem's?

    Candogal replied to number41's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Every facility is different regarding per-diem scheduling and you only need to hold up to your end of the bargain with management. I don't understand why the other nurses are giving you a difficult...

  21. does every rn out there hate their job? sonography/x-ray tech instead?

    Candogal replied to Bailando's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, that's kind of harsh to say he/she should not go to nursing school because he/she does not want "rude comments". Being rude and talking about the realities of nursing are two different things....

  22. does every rn out there hate their job? sonography/x-ray tech instead?

    Candogal replied to Bailando's topic in General Nursing

    My first job was working overnight at a sub-acute/LTC facility. No, you don't remember everything from nursing school, you will need to look things up and ask for help. Nursing school is hard- you...

  23. What do you like and don't like about your current job?

    Candogal replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    Wound Clinic- I Love: my coworkers- they are the best team! The hours-no nights or weekends, seeing the same patient's on a weekly basis with new ones sprinkled in. Having great doctors at my side...

  24. New Grad - Just got a job at Starbucks. Help.

    Candogal replied to NightWatch's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with the other posters, keep your Starbucks job and keep applying for RN jobs when you can. It can take a loooong time to get hired as a brand new nurse. You are still using skills that will...

  25. does every rn out there hate their job? sonography/x-ray tech instead?

    Candogal replied to Bailando's topic in General Nursing

    I love my job and I am glad that I chose nursing-so many different opportunities! I think it boils down to teamwork and the attitude of the group as a whole. I used to work with one nurse who always...