Dorito ASN, RN

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  1. Dorito

    will anyone ever hire me

    Dorito replied to isadoragag's topic in General Nursing

    What do you call a doctor at the bottom of his class? A DOCTOR. They won't even check your academic grades etc. You'll be a great
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    Online ACLS certification

    Dorito replied to trace_element's topic in General Nursing

    If you take the course online you should plan to attend somewhere that they do a skills checkoff. Not any supervisor can do this...it must be an ACLS instructor. Depending on the online course most...
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    CNA to Nursing?

    Dorito replied to new51's topic in General Nursing

    I belive it's a requirement in our state (WI) and I agree- it's highly recommended. Best of
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    I need advice on what to do I am scared..

    Dorito replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Maybe you could take a CNA course. You could work PM's and weekends and it would prepare you for nursing. Many places require a CNA course prior to nursing school anyway and you'll learn a lot as...
  5. Dorito

    You know you have a great job when.....

    Dorito replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    HAHA
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    Going back to get RN from LPN, scared to death

    Dorito replied to kstec's topic in General Nursing

    I had been an LPN for many more years before I finally got the courage to return to school. (probably about 12 years-15 before I finished). I agree with Gypsy....RN school was a lot easier because I...
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    Developing Nursing Preceptor Program

    Dorito replied to hershey's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    We have something called the Professional Nurse Development program. It has ranged from 4-6 weeks. There is also a 6 month program in our local area that received a grant but it's much more in depth...
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    press gainey

    Dorito replied to celery's topic in General Nursing

    Are you using another method of evaluation or just eliminating the survey all together? Congrats to you....wish we could all be so
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    Forever French manicure

    Dorito replied to Natingale's topic in General Nursing

    Our policy prohibits false fingernails due to the high incidence of bacteria that adheres to the glue. I don't know of any nurses that have long
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    I am getting terminated tomarrow

    Dorito replied to nl2005's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe they aren't going to terminate you. Maybe they will just put you back on probation. Maybe the ER isn't the right match for you. Hang in there- I'm sure you'll find future employment and maybe...
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    Is this common???

    Dorito replied to femsmahus's topic in General Nursing

    I had a bad experience when I went to my first clinical. I had been an LPN for over 15 years in an acute care facility. The primary nurse that was caring for the patient I had been assigned to was...
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    Florence Nightengale's Notes on Nursing...

    Dorito replied to stephlucasrn2008's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not familiar with it but it sounds interesting and might be a great gift for a Nurses Day
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    Nursing Burnout

    Dorito replied to mollymoocow's topic in General Nursing

    I also think working in the same environment long term contributes to burn out. I switch departments about every 5-8 years and in almost 30 years I think this has prevented major burnout. It keeps me...
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    What happens...

    Dorito replied to DoubleblessedRN's topic in Emergency

    More than likely the patient will be returned to her own home if she refuses nursing home and is A&O. If she falls or is unable to care for herself at home then most likely the courts would be...
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    Developing Nursing Preceptor Program

    Dorito replied to hershey's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I purchased a program from HCPro. It's called Nurse Preceptor program builder. It has a CD with a lot of Word documents and can be modified for your own facility. The biggest help has been the case...
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    New To Field And Boards- Input Please! :)

    Dorito replied to UnclearFuture's topic in General Nursing

    If you love geriatrics then LTC would be a great start for you but I would recommend a CNA class. You'll get a real "taste" of the profession and many nursing schools now require that you are a CNA...
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    Getting the foley past the prostate

    Dorito replied to queenjean's topic in General Nursing

    I saw a Urologist inject some KY right into the urethra once and then used a bigger foley. I had tried smaller ones but he said they're too pliable and that you should use a bigger size. Also,...
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    Quitting smoking.. for real this time.

    Dorito replied to tachybradyRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    After smoking for over 30 years I tried a new approach Monday the 24th. I went to get laser therapy. I've used patches, meds, cold turkey etc in the past but I've never experienced this type of rapid...
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    My first clinical is soon, any advice?

    Dorito replied to meezer1234's topic in General Nursing

    Just try to be yourself. Your patient won't bite so try to strike up a conversation with them. It will put you both at ease. Don't forget your sense of humor. Best of Luck....you'll do fine. Some of...
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    please help

    Dorito replied to jennifers's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that some counseling may help you both. Maybe you could hook up once a week or a couple times a month for "date night" and re-connect. My Ex and I had a rough time of things while I was in...
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    Can I challenge the LVN exam?

    Dorito replied to Blondie2008's topic in General Nursing

    I do not believe you can challenge the LVN/LPN NCLEX unless you can show proof that you have completed an accredited school. I also agree with the above poster -the differences between CMA's and LPN's...
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    I See JCAHO People.....

    Dorito replied to CareBayer's topic in General Nursing

    Stay calm. Wash your hands when you go into the room and when you leave. They are watching that closely. We had a survey last Fall and it went pretty well but they did observe someone that didn't wash...
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    Upset about being yelled at by MD (long)

    Dorito replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you did a great job to me. If she had ordered P.T. for the patient on admission and she was doing so poorly with mobility it seems like the therapist should have passed this info on to a...
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    Education topic ideas

    Dorito replied to TriageQueen's topic in Emergency

    You could always draft up a survey and give it to the staff to see what topic, day of the week, time would be most appropriate for them. I've found if I offer a prize drawing to staff if they fill out...
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    Need help, STAT!!

    Dorito replied to mummer43's topic in General Nursing

    Is there a specific scenario you could inquire about to see how the candidate would handle the situation? Also, asking about the type of personality they have the most difficulty working with, what...