GitanoRN BSN, MSN, RN

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    Specific Landau or Urbane mens scrubs size question

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

    Unquestionably, I have worn Landau & so many others, however, lately, I been using MED GEAR they have some Cool scrubs for men & they fit me just right, mind you I'm 6' 42chest & 30 waist...
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    New Nurse, when to send a patient out.

    GitanoRN replied to beatrice1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    i mentioned to him that she was becoming lethargic and not herself. he snapped at me that her sugar wasn't low enough to cause these symptoms. then i mentioned to him that she usually runs around...
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    You're a Nurse If

    GitanoRN posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    i'm sure some of you have seeing this, however, i thought i would bring a smile to your face~ you're a nurse if... *you can drink a pot of coffee and still go to sleep in the morning. *you...
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    What is the difference between an oral and rectal thermometer?

    GitanoRN replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    lmao....
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    Useless degree! At what point do you quit trying?

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

    first of all congrats on your accomplishment of receiving your bsn. admittedly, i agree 100% with biffbradford when they stated and i quote "quitters never win and winners never quit!" and lastly,...
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    A Time You Made a Patient Smile?

    GitanoRN replied to amyn87's topic in Nursing Humor

    certainly, we all can relate with this issue some more than others. just today, i had a pt. that came up to me and said "i know that today is going to be a good day, cause you're here". at times, it...
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    3 types of shifts

    GitanoRN replied to Pepper The Cat's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, we all have days like the ones you have described, however, the only way i deal with crazy stress shifts is by taking it out on myself, by hitting the gym!!! but you what i get the...
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    Read or Questions?

    GitanoRN replied to Imeanreally's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    needless to say, you have another chance to redeem yourself; you see now you have a better idea of what to expect on your next try. therefore, use it wisely, i have no doubt that you can do this,...
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    has this happend to you?

    GitanoRN replied to BigMama3's topic in General Students

    certainly, dawn, let this be a lesson to grow and place your energy in getting a better grade in the future. unquestionably, don't dwell in the past, work for a better future, for your...
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    Who are you at work?

    GitanoRN replied to pinksunflower's topic in General Nursing

    needless to say, i'm dependable, confident, determine. in addition, i'm very professional at work, and for some reason i get along with just about everyone; i think is because they always can count...
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    Any other cold hearted nurses out there?

    GitanoRN replied to sweet~revenge's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    certainly, i don't recall being cold hearted or refer as one. however, i do recall a situation long time ago when i use to work in a prison. a 45yr. male c/o of sob & mild chest pain was brought...
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    Let me get this clear

    GitanoRN replied to FutureRN_NP's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, nursing salaries depend on the city or region you live in, and some hospitals do pay a little more for your experience, which is your responsibility to communicate this to your...
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    I just suck at sticking people.

    GitanoRN replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    obviously, all of us even the experts had to begin somewhere. having said that, just trust yourself and another clue that i find helpful is that i listen to my patients. you see they know their own...
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    What are good things to know by heart?

    GitanoRN replied to glenlorie's topic in General Students

    one thing to keep in mind is that even the doctors don't have all the answers, that's why they run to their ipads or computer. trust me it will come to you when you need it the most. in addition, i...
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    Is Being a Male nurse hard?

    GitanoRN replied to thegreatone28's topic in Men in Nursing

    although nursing work doesn't discriminate on gender regarding easy or hard work. men in management or even higher positions in nursing are well represented in several departments where i work....
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    Is there a specialty that

    GitanoRN replied to The_JuliaFraser's topic in General Nursing

    undoubtedly, endocrinology is the answer the specialty of the male & female reproductive system, btw great field to get into...good
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    Grooming for male pre-nursing students

    GitanoRN replied to rocketberger's topic in Male Nursing Students

    regarding this issue, i must say it all depends on the school. however, if you sport long hair it should be kept on a tight well groomed pony-tail with no facial hair falling towards the face....
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    Male Nurses?

    GitanoRN replied to HADD7's topic in Georgia Nursing

    first of all, congrats! on your acceptance to the nursing program. in regards to male nurses getting into the program with lower gpa's i can't speak for darton college. however, all of the colleges...
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    Help, second day of pre-nursing school and a lady in my class keeps bugging me

    GitanoRN replied to ThePhilster's topic in Male Nursing Students

    i don't know why but the scene from " fatal attraction" keeps popping in my head... " i won't be ignore" ... my advise is, if talking hasn't work & you have notified your instructor about this...
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    help!..2 bothering questions...

    GitanoRN replied to tss2507's topic in General Students

    undoubtedly, if a pt. can't answer for themselves and they are on "semi-comatose state" then am care should be performed, imagine what the skin is being exposed to if the pt. is not bathed, not to...
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    6th Time a Charm.. Anyone can do this!

    GitanoRN replied to Rita1015's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    first of all congratulations!!!! that's what i called perseverance, wishing you the very best always...
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    Dumb things new nurses do....

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

    only, a week after receiving my rn license i recalled a situation with a pt. that was scheduled for or. i worked the grave yard shift as many new grads do, and i noticed the doctor's order was still...
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    Disgusting job but still keeping a smile

    GitanoRN replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    all the above
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    In what areas do seasoned nurses work?

    GitanoRN replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

    unquestionably, you'll find experienced nurses working in all departments. however, i have noticed that most males as myself, work in e.r. & icu & ccu lastly trauma. having said that, during...
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    male nurses with beards

    GitanoRN replied to nrsman1's topic in Men in Nursing

    i can only speak for myself, since i sport a very close "goatee " it almost looks like a 5:00 o'clock shadow. obviously, following your institution's guideline on staff appearances, i don't see why...