BostonTerrierLover BSN, RN

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    Is Corrections a good job for a new RN Grad???

    BostonTerrierLover replied to nursgwithcompassion's topic in Correctional

    Wow, there is this predominance in the nursing profession to get a strong foundation in Med-Surg nursing before venturing out to see what else is out there, . . . Interesting thought, . . Are Doctors...
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    How do I approach my manager for reference/interview

    BostonTerrierLover replied to KiRa1251's topic in General Nursing

    :bow:Why add more, as usual Esme12 nailed this
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    Best ER Tricks what it meant is like putting two tourniquet to get the IV

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Wantoknow-rn's topic in Emergency

    BOSTON's FAVORITE TIPs and USELESS KNOWLEDGE!!!! I used to sit on bags for the transfers to a trauma center via ambulance, it warmed the fluids, and created pressure. You can also use a blood...
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    Well, I did it....

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, I got an advanced Non-nursing degree, a Doctor of Divinity in Missionology from a Theological Seminary. Now, I'm not the best person to answer this question, because I do use my NP in the mission...
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    ADN or BSN

    BostonTerrierLover replied to ginaw623's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    IN FOR A RUDE AWAKENING ON YOUR TIMELINE. . . Even if all your pre-reqs are in order 1. Most schools require you to be FULL TIME STUDENT. 2. Even if you choose ADN, NUR1100 NUR 1200 NUR 2100 NUR...
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    new graduate RN -- terminated after 2 months

    BostonTerrierLover replied to cyoucapri's topic in Men in Nursing

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    from ADN to FNP

    BostonTerrierLover replied to orangepink's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    As a ADN, who went to a ADN-BSN, then MSN/FNP program here's a quick bio. The ADN was the HARDEST, I know thats crazy, but it was the rite-of-passage, I did it at a local community college, and it was...
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    I dont know if I'm cut out for this.

    BostonTerrierLover replied to TheLiberation's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't ever let anyone limit you to LTC because you are an LPN/LVN. I have worked with many Practicals in MANY areas. They Travel, They Agency, They Per Diem as well. LTC may not be your calling,....
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    new graduate RN -- terminated after 2 months

    BostonTerrierLover replied to cyoucapri's topic in Men in Nursing

    Ok, I will take the bullet for asking the question, . . But what did you get terminated for? That is the KEY to how you should feel, OR Were you WRONGLY terminated? Were you offered an exit...
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    Suboxone side effects

    BostonTerrierLover replied to iluvivt's topic in Addictions

    In my patient group the SUBOXONE HEADACHE is number 1 CHIEF
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    Funny thing client said

    BostonTerrierLover replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Addictions

    Does make you wonder who picks out the flavors, Suboxone: Lemon Lime Ludens: Cherry Dimatap: Awesome Grape!!!!! Childrens' ASA: MORE AWESOMER ORANGE!!!!!!!!!!! NO WONDER WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH...
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    Fun Questionnaire for Nurses

    BostonTerrierLover replied to sarah16493's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I thought this was supposed to be fun, this sounds like one of those Poll Callers while I am trying to
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    Infatuated with colleague - need counsel

    BostonTerrierLover replied to RCBR's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Unless you are MARRIED (Boston is a Peacelover), ask the girl out. BUT BEWARE, TWO NURSES CAN BE A
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    How i passed the nclex-rn

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Schizoh's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    oh, . . . and when triaging, the MORE CHRONIC, the MORE
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    lasix and kcl

    BostonTerrierLover replied to RNurse24's topic in General Nursing

    I would have made the quick phone call to breathe and sleep easier, . . . But I'm not going to take the martyr high road that easy, you who know me, I AM OPINIONATED!!!!!! NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS, YOU...
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    SIGNON BONUS help

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Kisses_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I thought I would add. . . IN THIS ECONOMY, AND WITH WHAT YOU HAVE READ ABOUT JOB SHORTAGES, . . . IF YOU SEE A LARGE SIGN-ON BONUS. . . RUN RUN
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    Bad Evaluation?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to dance4life's topic in Travel

    What you have experienced is getting more and more common. I would follow-up and make sure that at least your side of the story is documented. When they check anything less than satisfactory on...
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    agency nurse asks..how to deal with difficult staff nurse

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Kashia's topic in Agency Nurses

    ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS communicate what is going on at your hospital with your recruiter, tell her facts and examples, not I am dealing with this BXXCH at XXXXXXX, fact, examples, and you got some good...
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    Alcoholism: disease or choice?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to HonestRN's topic in Addictions

    It's a disease. No one choose to live like that. The sad thing is the fact someone has to ask that question in 2012 shows how little education is out there on addiction. That's really sad. Thats cost...
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    Frustrated with SN

    BostonTerrierLover replied to DookieMeisterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I can't judge the situation, I wasn't there, and please know I am not judging your reaction, I am just telling of my experience on both sides of the line. AS THE TERRIFIED, SHY, SLEEP DEPRIVED,...
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    How i passed the nclex-rn

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Schizoh's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My Best Advice For Multiple Choice is: 1. Never use clinical experience to answer a question. Pretend you have all the resources in the answers to play with, the NCLEX RN IS NOT THE REALWORLD! 2....
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    Do male nurses recieve as much respect from patients as female ones do?INPUT IS GREAT

    BostonTerrierLover replied to david18's topic in Men in Nursing

    :banghead:I just realized this is the "Male" CNA's FIRST Post, LOL NOW GO GET VITAL SIGNS and WIPE 392A, . . .Femophobe!!!! Jussssssssssssssssssssss
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    Think Twice Before Becoming a "NURSE"

    BostonTerrierLover replied to mcrutRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Sounds Like a Case of Opthorectumitis!!! (That's a Crappy
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    Why such high new RN turnover?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Calder's topic in First Year After Licensure

    THERE ARE STILL GOOD PLACES TO WORK I SWEAR. THERE IS STILL MUCH GREATNESS IN BEING A NURSE. WE NEED A VARIETY OF IDEAs OPINIONs and ATTITUDES, IT WILL KEEP US WELL ROUNDED. THERE ARE STILL PEOPLE WHO...
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    Advice - I'll need a meal tray too

    BostonTerrierLover replied to LalaJJB's topic in Emergency

    Wow, Yeah. I NEVER FEED AN ED PATIENT UNLESS IT IS AN EXCESSIVE HOLD, DM RELATED, OR I AM IN A FREAKING AWESOME MOOD!!! You will soon grow antennas out of your head that are invinsible and pick up on...