DDRN4me

DDRN4me

pedi, pedi psych,dd, school ,home health

Member

  • Content

    761

  • Visitors

    11,896

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    12

All Content by DDRN4me

  1. Why not Nurse Practitioner?

    DDRN4me replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    I used to think that I wanted to be an NP...but now am leaning more to education and continuing my regular NM job... I love doing the day to day stuff at my facility; and am now thinking about CNS...

  2. Residential TX for kids, anyone?

    DDRN4me replied to RNOTODAY's topic in Psychiatric

    RNOtoday, It would depend on the specific wording on the consents. If there is not a line that states something like "administration of OTC medication such as" then i would not consider it informed...

  3. Heartbroken

    DDRN4me replied to HisHands's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you are just frustrated with the lack of time you get with dh. I would definitely speak to the DON, and re-explain your situation. Request some time off maybe; even a weekend, where you...

  4. Torn and Discouraged

    DDRN4me replied to wugfun's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I understand how hard it seems... but as many other posters have stated, one class at a time is neither financially or workload burdening. Check with your employer for any tuition reimbursement...

  5. Residential TX for kids, anyone?

    DDRN4me replied to RNOTODAY's topic in Psychiatric

    Dont know how i missed this thread!!! I am a nurse manager in a similar facility (88 beds in main residence and 2 group homes of 12 ) we have kids from age 5-17. Most are medically healthy although we...

  6. Rivier College Nashua- Questions

    DDRN4me replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    I have been a nurse (LPN then RN) for over 25 yrs; so I am continuing in my field. I am currently a nurse manager at a residential facility for kids with behavior and psych issues, and love it. I did...

  7. Holden Health?

    DDRN4me replied to DreamyEyes's topic in General Nursing

    have heard mixed reviews about Holden,, have you thought about Greater Lowell Tech in Tyngsboro?? I know they start in the fall and have the entrance exam in the spring. Very strong

  8. Rivier College Nashua- Questions

    DDRN4me replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Tarsha, i am also graduating next month... and cant wait!! LOVED the profs at Riv..they are genuinely interested in the students and helping us

  9. Resigned Today

    DDRN4me replied to CseMgr1's topic in General Nursing

    ((((Case)))) sometimes the best thing about a job is your last day there!!!! believe me, i was in your situation not that long ago...thought the job was great for me then realized i was in he## ....

  10. One month Notice?????

    DDRN4me replied to mim-o's topic in General Nursing

    Although i work in an "at will" state as well, in a professional or management position i always try to give a month's notice. It usually takes that long for the wheels to turn to replace the...

  11. Frustrated- What Are My Options!?!?!?

    DDRN4me replied to ryansmum's topic in General Nursing

    Have you spoken to Rivier? they have a realy flexible enrollment..i have pretty much taken one or two classes at a time; am finally graduating next month!:monkeydance: they are pretty generous with...

  12. PEG tube placement checks

    DDRN4me replied to IngyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Gastrostomy tubes can migrate; can obstruct sphincter of Odi; or go into small intestine or coil up into esophagus. I usually aspirate for resdual; and if questionable, will test ph. if done properly...

  13. Abuse cases in the ED. How....?

    DDRN4me replied to RNtigerEMT's topic in Emergency

    jabramac, there are many reasons for a child to be small; not all are neglect, and you are obviously persuing all avenues to investigate. This other child is obviously in dire need of parenting like...

  14. Teenage Obesity (long)

    DDRN4me replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    Kristina, I would first call Childrens Hospital in Boston (617-355-6000) or Dartmouth Hitchcock ... and see a PEDI endocrinologist or metabolism clinic ... they are much more geared to a 16 yr old...

  15. How do you handle clients that are too affectionate?

    DDRN4me replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    Simply remind them that they needto give you "personal space". Many behavior plans will add that issue in. if it continues , remind them that is not appropriate, they may need to be told many times;...

  16. On call for free?

    DDRN4me replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a similar facility ; I am the Nurse Manager . I am on call all of the time unless I am away; then they will call the Medical Director or one of the APRNs. I do have staff nurses from...

  17. Help! I need some advise

    DDRN4me replied to jetma's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Where are you moving to in Ma? If you call an admissions counselor at the school you think you want then they can look at your transcript. good luck! I live in MA and am getting my bsn from Rivier...

  18. Who Would Like To Be Part Of The Lose Weight And Get Healthy Team?!

    DDRN4me replied to Batman24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thanks Tweety... should the threads be merged?? I lost almost 50 lbs and have kept it off for a year with WW. I feel wonderful and have soooo much more energy. I had vowed i didnt want to be a fat ol...

  19. Admits after 6:00 pm? Does your hospital do this?

    DDRN4me replied to PickMePlze's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with the posters who say that nuring is a 24 hour job. I have worked in many different facilities and settings. EVEN in Home Health you get issues that come up before the end of your...

  20. another stupid question...how old are your drug handbooks?

    DDRN4me replied to Vida's topic in LPN to RN

    I replace q o year..the company I buy from sends me an annual update about 1/2 way thru the year. If a drug isnt in there i will look it up online or call our pharmacy for an info

  21. Pulmonary Toilet? Huh???

    DDRN4me replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    Good , agressive pulmonary toilet often helps a crumping

  22. After reading negative thread, want to give up nursing dream!

    DDRN4me replied to jollyjenny's topic in General Nursing

    think the reason why there are so many negative threads is because this site is one of the few places where people can talk about things that really bother them and vent :yeahthat: I have been a nurse...

  23. Not the greatest night...

    DDRN4me replied to zacarias's topic in General Nursing

    # 4 would be due to autonomic dysreflexia, which could happen with almost any spinal injury...just something else to keep your eyes out for!..if you need more info go to the spinal cord injury...

  24. Latex Allergy

    DDRN4me replied to kleinbbc's topic in Operating Room

    :uhoh3: I would never take that chance with someones life!!!! as we all know, a "latex sensitivity " could turn into full blown anaphalaxis in seconds...sorry i value my patients life and my license...

  25. children with asthma

    DDRN4me replied to b eyes's topic in General Nursing

    There could be many triggers as previous posters have said. Has he been tested for allergies? I have had quite a few kiddos who have allergies to dust or mold ..both of which are in some schools . It...