GitanoRN BSN, MSN, RN

Trauma, ER, ICU, CCU, PACU, GI, Cardiology, OR

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    Blaming the nurse

    GitanoRN replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in General Nursing

    nurse forgot to replace the light-bulb on the retinoscope instrument nurse's
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    Blaming the nurse

    GitanoRN replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in General Nursing

    nurse didn't supply an extra pen or stethoscope, for the doctor to use during their rounds nurses
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    Finally a Nurse Manager That Does NOT Tolerate Nurses Eating Their Young

    GitanoRN replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    first of all, let me express my congratulations for having a nm that is conscious of this lateral abuse. having said that, the facility where i work has "zero tolerance" for this behavior and the same...
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    Question for anyone who has sought a job!

    GitanoRN replied to Jammin' RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    unquestionably, it doesn't hurt to apply you might be surprise with the results, therefore, don't sell yourself short, got for
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    Is it ok give the patient water when they are having hypertension emergency

    GitanoRN replied to princess007's topic in General Nursing

    certainly, i would definitely need an order from the patient physician for me to offer the pt. water. having said that, my reason behind this is because in some cases a huge water intake is restricted...
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    Your Opinion Please

    GitanoRN replied to May2011Grad's topic in General Nursing

    congratulations are in order...as i wish you the very best in all of your future endeavors...
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    These two hats are wearing me down

    GitanoRN replied to Futterwacken's topic in General Nursing

    i couldn't agree with you more, however, there are some of us nm that have a good perspective on what truly goes on in their units and we work diligently trying our best to resolve the glitches to...
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    These two hats are wearing me down

    GitanoRN replied to Futterwacken's topic in General Nursing

    admittedly, i'm one of the nm at the facility where i work, having said that, we are waiting on 6 cna's among other medical staff that has been approved to start orientation within 2 wks. however, in...
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    Lots of Question!!

    GitanoRN replied to Countrygirl10's topic in General Nursing

    first of all welcome to the cite and let me congratulate you on your desire to further your education. as it was mentioned previously, is best to sit with a nursing guidance counselor in order to get...
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    "Sir or Ma'am" when addressing physicians?

    GitanoRN replied to nurs4kids's topic in General Nursing

    certainly, the military service embedded this in my brain and it's a custom with me. having said that, i don't over use it during a conversation with a physician, which most of the time i address them...
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    These two hats are wearing me down

    GitanoRN replied to Futterwacken's topic in General Nursing

    certainly, i don't mean to offend you or anyone, but only two hats seriously?... at the facility where i work i have lost count on how many hats we nurses have to wear, for instance, these are some of...
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    How do I send Private Messages.

    GitanoRN replied to BlackMurse1's topic in General Nursing

    welcome to the cite, also don't hesitate to ask the moderators they are truly helpful...trust me after a while you'll be navigating through the cite like a
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    Moral Question

    GitanoRN replied to bluesky308's topic in General Nursing

    a dear colleague of mine has the same dilemma, she was told by her dermatologist that the cause of atopic dermatitis is not known. however, the disease seems to result from a combination of genetic...
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    I love my days off

    GitanoRN replied to beast master RN's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, when i get days off in the middle of the week which happens every 3 mo. they are my favorites:yelclap: you see as a single parent i don't have to worry about the kids for 8 hours, or...
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    How do nurses practice giving shots?

    GitanoRN replied to sakiohma's topic in General Students

    merlyn, i can almost envision you standing ten steps away and holding the syringe like a dart... lol .... btw the sign of the cross was also a tip that i got from a seasoned nurse many moons
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    Should I stay or should I go?

    GitanoRN replied to Heart for Nursing's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    totally agree with all posters before me... take the job &
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    Bogus degree?

    GitanoRN replied to nurseprnRN's topic in General Nursing

    grntea, there are times that is best to say nothing at all, because the person in question can become defensive regarding their credentials, and you could end up as the bad guy. undoubtedly, this is a...
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    What can I do to these scrub stains? Help Me!!!!

    GitanoRN replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    unquestionably, great advises from all of you regarding the dilemma of stains. as a single parent i had to learn all of the above mentioned on my own. therefore, i never run out of peroxide, bleach,...
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    Would this be appropriate for an interview?

    GitanoRN replied to Despareux's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    it truly sounds like you got it under control, the outfit you mentioned sounds solid for an interview. in addition, keep in mind to use some little tricks like when they ask you a question and you...
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    ******, tired and frustrated (A Vent)

    GitanoRN replied to danarooo's topic in First Year After Licensure

    certainly, after reading your post i felt like i was looking in a mirror a long time ago mirror of myself, i'm sorry that you're having to go through this. everyone, is aware that every nursing...
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    Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Psych Patients

    GitanoRN replied to rn/writer's topic in Psychiatric

    we must have had the same instructor, that's the first sentence that came out of my instructor during my clinical, long
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    How do I approach my manager for reference/interview

    GitanoRN replied to KiRa1251's topic in General Nursing

    i'm sorry, however, don't despair there will be other positions that you will be suited for, and remember if it's meant to be, no one can take it away from you. in addition, look at it as an...
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    Stupid things doctors do?!

    GitanoRN replied to healthstar's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    unquestionably, i prefer to call it a a little misunderstanding than (stupid things doctors do). with that said, i recall one of many doctors orders which read as follow " prn rom to lower...
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    Your Opinion Please

    GitanoRN replied to May2011Grad's topic in General Nursing

    needless to say, i would take the job over the school, as we all know jobs are hard to come by these days. in addition, i would make sure that i leave a message to the don. however, i'm also a bit...
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    Trauma Nursing

    GitanoRN replied to Wolf at the Door's topic in General Nursing

    admittedly,i use to worked in trauma (the red zone) as it was known by all medical staff, once the pt.s were stabilized they would be transferred to the 12 bed trauma unit. furthermore, pts. would be...