Just_Kidney

Just_Kidney ADN, BSN, RN

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  1. Pay in Montana

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello! I am a nurse in Washington State and my wife and I are planning to move to Montana next Spring. I am curious what I can expect in terms of pay for that area, since I'm sure its lower than where...

  2. Personal iPad

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in HIPAA Challenges

    For my personal life, I use a digital planner on my iPad for my calendar, to do lists, etc. At work, I currently use a paper planner (I’m a dialysis floor nurse and clinical nurse manager)....

  3. MSN/MBA

    Just_Kidney replied to InnovativeRN's topic in School, College Programs

    This is old...what did you decide? I’m interested in maybe doing this

  4. Dialysis Nursing in a nutshell

    Just_Kidney replied to perksrn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    In my clinic, if we are short a tech, the nurse is not expected to assume control of a pod. I do try to help out, string machines, take vitals, document 30 minute checks and maybe do some rinse backs...

  5. Advice for Promotion

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been working as a floor nurse at a SNF for two years. A position just opened up for a Resident Care Manager and Ive decided to apply. I informally asked about the position yesterday and was...

  6. Advice for Promotion

    Just_Kidney replied to Just_Kidney's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you very much, that's helpful. Those are things I will address in my cover letter and prepare for if/when I have an interview as well. Thanks for your

  7. Advice for Promotion

    Just_Kidney replied to Just_Kidney's topic in General Nursing

    Thank

  8. CNA job in a hospital with no experience

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I got my CNA in June and for various reasons, I'm just now looking for a job. I applied at a major hospital in the area where I have been a volunteer for the past year. The job description says they...

  9. Combative dementia patient

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm a new grad working in a SNF. I have a resident on my hall with late stage Lewy body dementia who needs 1:1 care but due to understaffing, can't get it. I keep an eye on him as best I can but I...

  10. Fitbit friends

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all! I'm a new grad RN working in a SNF. I just got a FitBit but I only have a couple friends with one! I want some people (who aren't too hardcore about it) to challenge me to "step" up my game a...

  11. Fitbit friends

    Just_Kidney replied to Just_Kidney's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't think of that.

  12. Why does everyone say that they "consigned" a drug waste.....

    Just_Kidney replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    I saw this at my work the other

  13. What certifications/certificates should I get?

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just passed my NCLEX and I have a new job as an RN in long-term care. My long-term goals are to move from the LTC side of my new facility to the skilled nursing side, and once I feel comfortable...

  14. Does this violate hipaa?

    Just_Kidney replied to April423Ko's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I would get another reply on this before you act, but my understanding is no, it doesn't violate HIPAA because HIPAA doesn't govern family members sharing information about their family members'...

  15. took NCLEX with 75 questions..no math calculations and about 15 select all that apply..

    Just_Kidney replied to cloham's topic in General Students

    I passed! My license went live on the state Department of Health website about 2 hours

  16. took NCLEX with 75 questions..no math calculations and about 15 select all that apply..

    Just_Kidney replied to cloham's topic in General Students

    I'm keeping mine crossed

  17. took NCLEX with 75 questions..no math calculations and about 15 select all that apply..

    Just_Kidney replied to cloham's topic in General Students

    I just finished mine: 75 questions, one math question, maybe 7-10 SATA, no other alternate format questions. I'm afraid that's a bad thing but overall I feel pretty decent about it. I'm hoping I'm not...

  18. New Grad LTC

    Just_Kidney replied to MeganStar's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am a new grad ADN in the greater Seattle area and I just got hired at a combination LTC/SNF. My pay will be $28/hr plus shift differentials. Patient/nurse ratios are 1:15 on the SNF side and 1:18-20...

  19. NCLEX & Kaplan

    Just_Kidney replied to caroG5's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank

  20. What to wear to fill our paperwork at new job?

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in General Nursing

    So I got my very first RN job! Woot woot! I wore a business suit to the interview but now I'm going in next week to fill out HR paperwork, background check stuff, etc. and I want some advice about...

  21. NCLEX yesterday... License number posted on BON, states pending.. What does that mean?!

    Just_Kidney replied to LB.RNBSN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm in Washington State, but on my BON website it has stated pending and had a license number for me since I sent in my original application to the state. I haven't even tested yet. That probably...

  22. NCLEX & Kaplan

    Just_Kidney replied to caroG5's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks! I'm testing on Tuesday, I've been using a friend's Kaplan account so just doing the trainers after she's done them. I've only done the first three (I know, so far behind where I should be)...

  23. Measuring wounds when I can't see the ruler?

    Just_Kidney replied to tsm007's topic in General Nursing

    This is what I've used before. Disposable paper rulers. If you can talk your facility into getting some or if you're willing to spend a little out of pocket, it's only $20 for 250 of them on Amazon....

  24. Anyone taking NCLEX the week of July 21st?

    Just_Kidney replied to missnursetrue's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My husband and I are taking it the 21st at 1400 also. I've been doing review of content on my own-making master study guide for myself for content and using a variety of apps for questions...

  25. First interview/red flags?

    Just_Kidney posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So I graduated with my ADN last month and have been applying with no luck in the urban area I live now. Then my husband got a potential job offer about an hour away from us so we are contemplating a...