GitanoRN BSN, MSN, RN

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    Learning a Second Language Through Nursing

    GitanoRN replied to Vespertinas's topic in General Nursing

    admittedly, i began a multi-language medical health class for beginners at the facility where i work, which has grown into a 3 shifts classes. i offer spanish, italian, and french and so far 22...
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    Embarrasing illnesses

    GitanoRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    generally speaking, i work in environment that caters mostly to male patients at least 96% of our patients are men. having said that, last summer one of my regular patients, you know the type i'm...
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    Finally got a job!

    GitanoRN replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in General Nursing

    congratulations!!! as i wish you the very best in all of your future
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    GitanoRN replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    your story brought memories of one of my own... we were having some delicious chocolates that i bought on st.valentine's day at the kitchen, when the door bell rang it was the delivery man for our new...
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    I just need to find a school that will grant a LPN or above.

    GitanoRN replied to johnsog's topic in Nursing Career

    johnsog...first of all, welcome to the cite...and let me congratulate you in your desire to advance your education. furthermore, i won't miss guide you by saying that you should go for the rn instead...
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    Precepting New Nurses

    GitanoRN replied to pitt34's topic in General Nursing

    certainly, i agree with all previous post. in addition, i would like to add the following, as a preceptor not only the preceptee is being evaluated but also the preceptors capability in demonstrating...
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    Dealing with "Web-Trained" Patient/Family Members.

    GitanoRN replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    needless to say, i'm so aware of this issue, and after educating the pt. and their family, i adhere with the present nurses plan, as i document, document, the
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    Embarrasing illnesses

    GitanoRN replied to GitanoRN's topic in General Nursing

    first of all, i felt so sorry for this couple and i don't even know them, then i wanted to lol however, i have one more comment.... awkward!!!
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    Will I have to cut my hair at training? what about after when I'm at the hospital

    GitanoRN replied to sabby17's topic in Government, Military

    many moons ago prior going into the military service, i had 18" cut from my thick hair locks, everyone in the salon wanted to make a wig out of it. btw, i'm one of those that my hair grows pretty...
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    Seasonal nursing

    GitanoRN replied to Pnwmx's topic in General Nursing

    when i did my travel nursing i did follow the seasons with my assignments, it worked for all
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    GitanoRN replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    i'm with you on this one!
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    Let's See Some Positivity! :)

    GitanoRN replied to Sarah96's topic in General Nursing

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    Roll Call

    GitanoRN replied to Tweety's topic in Men in Nursing

    i wish i would have had this kind of camaraderie while i was in the nursing program, there were only a few of us guys at the beginning of the program, then at graduation it was only me! here's a...
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    HIV/AIDS, Infectious Diseases Nursing!

    GitanoRN replied to uniqwa76's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, i commend you for the passion you display on becoming an infectious disease nurse. undoubtedly, it is crucial for more future nurses to specialized in this field. having said that, the...
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    GitanoRN replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, your description it's pretty darn good! i can almost see and smell your entire story... this reminds me when i use to work in oncology, with stage 4 ca pts. that came to us with...
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    TRAVEL NURSING 2012

    GitanoRN replied to shjoll's topic in Travel

    needless to say, i did travel nursing for the first year when i came to the states, and it was interesting until i got a regular position. however, i didn't have my children with me which made it more...
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    Would you leave current job for a Mon-Fri less stressful opportunity?

    GitanoRN replied to ooMissNurseoo's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    absolutely, this is a no brainer take it and don't look back! think about it, less gas mileage to pay since it's closer to your home, and the way gas prices keep going up! you won't miss the $4.00...
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    Am I crazy?

    GitanoRN replied to LOjesjdatVE's topic in General Students

    unquestionably, if i did it as single father of 3, and working, i have no doubt that you can do it as well. undoubtedly, there will be times that you will question your capabilities, however, that's...
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    Counting Respirations

    GitanoRN replied to emptyboxcars's topic in General Students

    i always do the 30, unless i'm press for time the 15, needless to say, if the pt. is hyperventilating or the pt. is a copd i count the full minute. in addition, i never place my full trust on the bp...
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    GUILTY

    GitanoRN replied to GitanoRN's topic in General Nursing

    once again, i can't be judgmental since i was also caught for speeding on my way to work, however, your story regarding the physician it's one that needs to be told~ thank you for
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    Pt refusals

    GitanoRN replied to NurseOnAMotorcycle's topic in General Nursing

    bostonterrierloverrn, you didn't choked in my book, you just felt compassion which at times it seems difficult to find within some
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    ACLS

    GitanoRN replied to kujomonster's topic in General Nursing

    having read all previous post, i must say i do agree with most of them. having said that, in the facility where i work you are required to have cpr certification, and if you work in any of the...
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    The Mockery of Nursing

    GitanoRN replied to Old.Timer's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    true story... recently a young lady came up to me at the hosp. cafeteria and asked me the following... young lady: i was told that you are a nurse, can i ask you a question? me: sure... young lady:...
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    Patient Abandonment by Physician???

    GitanoRN replied to TammyG77's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, the physician's beside manners are lacking in this case, he should have compose himself as a professional, and address the patient in a more proficient manner, after all even "med....
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    I joined this site for positive inspiration

    GitanoRN replied to SushiJoe's topic in General Nursing

    welcome to the cite sushi joe...as i wish you the very best