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    Do healthcare administrators know one another?

    Hoozdo replied to SuziQ63's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience as a surveyor, yes, they do know each other. They all keep tabs on each other and each
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    Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    Hoozdo replied to Guest371144's topic in Correctional

    This has been a great thread! I just interviewed for a large metro county jail position and got offered the job today! The job will be in intake which I think will be very interesting. I had a...
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    Nursing school stress

    Hoozdo replied to ashelly's topic in General Students

    So, are you saying you don't normally read your text books? You need to completely change your study habits. Read your text books, highlight important parts as you read, outline the chapter on paper...
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    Lazy RN looking for a gig

    Hoozdo replied to Alex_RN's topic in General Nursing

    You might like PRN Home Health. I am working on Sat and Sun only it is mostly enjoyable with low stress. Keep your eyes peeled on Indeed.com and see how often home health companies are looking for PRN...
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    Would a transplant recipient be on the same strict neutropenic precautions as an AIDS pt?

    Hoozdo replied to Nsco2018's topic in General Nursing

    You are trying to compare apples and oranges. There is not enough info given in your question to even guess at an
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    RN tipping Botox

    Hoozdo replied to BecksRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure of the legality, but I go to a med spa in Arizona. I would not even think of tipping a nurse. Nurses are professionals not service people. Would you ever consider tipping a doctor? I...
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    Full time vs Part time vs Per Diem

    Hoozdo replied to KerenAvneryRN's topic in General Nursing

    It's too bad healthcare is not affordable in every state. I am working per diem but my healthcare is $800 a month and that's through COBRA from my old full-time gig. I checked into Obamacare but that...
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    Team work interview question

    Hoozdo replied to Guest1059175's topic in General Nursing

    Team nursing has left me in a bind a few times. Teams consisted of RN, LPN, and CNA. There were many days when I was the only person on the team (RN). You can't have a team with one person. This was a...
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    Not cut out for home health?

    Hoozdo replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Home Health

    What book is the Oasis Book for 60 bucks. I think I could use this book and the price isn't
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    New job- to quit or not?

    Hoozdo replied to ViviRN's topic in Nursing Career

    It depends on how much money you have saved. If you can afford a couple of weeks or month with no pay then just quit. Why torture
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    dropping meds in front of surveyors

    Hoozdo replied to LibraNurse27's topic in General Nursing

    That's why I added if necessary. If the med was still in a wrapper, then no need to waste
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    dropping meds in front of surveyors

    Hoozdo replied to LibraNurse27's topic in General Nursing

    I used to be a surveyor! It is quite common to drop at least one med during med pass observation, so common it is almost predictable. Just make sure you waste it properly if
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    Surgeon for an instructor

    Hoozdo replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    I had an MD teach my pathophys class and he was a wonderful instructor. He was the one of the most memorable teacher I had in my life. I don't think it is unusual to have a Dr to teach pathophys. I...
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    Anyone work for Coram as IV per diem nurse?

    Hoozdo replied to RNfromSA's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    I have been offered a full time position with CVS-Coram. Does anyone have any current input?
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    2018 Nursing Salary Survey Results Part 1-Demographics

    Hoozdo replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    I am having problems viewing these charts, they always fail to ininialize. I have installed the Tableau software, updated Adobe, updated flash. I seem to be missing a major compoment to get the charts...
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    2018 What is the average Home Health PPV rates for PRN RN in Dallas, Texas area?

    Hoozdo replied to Angela-F, BSN, RN's topic in Home Health

    My experience in the Phoenix area is SOC 125 ,everything else 45 and 5 for gas money for each visit. The pay at my last agecy was very
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    California or Phoenix??

    Hoozdo replied to neurogirl77's topic in General Nursing

    I would not recommend visiting Phoenix in the summer, it is quite hellish in the summer. San Diego has much more pleasant weather. Have you considered Las Vegas? It's runs about 10 degrees cooler than...
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    Buy your own laptop?

    Hoozdo posted a topic in Home Health

    I just started with a new agency and they don't supply laptops. Is this typical? If I were to buy one I will only get a $300 reimbursement. It seems kind of skimpy to me. They don't supply phones...
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    Arizona Opportunities

    Hoozdo replied to ArvinC EMT's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Since no one has answered you yet, I'll throw something out. I live at least a one hour drive from Mesa and don't get out there much. Banner has two hospitals out and are OK to work for. Google...
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    AZ ICU's

    Hoozdo replied to BrittanyRN18's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I would rule out St Joe's just because of the parking situation. You have to park off-site and take a bus to the hospital. So imagine after working a 14 hour shift - you have to wait for a bus that...
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    Buy your own laptop?

    Hoozdo replied to Hoozdo's topic in Home Health

    Thanks for all of the input! My husband is a computer geek and has a nice Lenovo laptop laying around that he doesn't use much. It will be mine! I really appreciate all of your responses. Time will...
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    Tuba City AZ or Fort Defiance AZ??

    Hoozdo replied to toadrn1's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen all of the above INSIDE of my house in suburban
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    May is Neurofibromatosis Month

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

    I am keeping you in my thoughts Pepper. Please keep us posted on your
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    Please Help! Which Ones Should I Pick?

    Hoozdo replied to SpunkyStarGazer's topic in General Nursing

    Apply for all units and if you get lucky, you might get one interview. I don't know where you live that new grad opportunities are easily acquired. A new grad getting to pick which unit to be trained...
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    Physical assessment on sedated pts

    Hoozdo replied to Allend's topic in General Nursing

    You assess them with the drips on. Also there is a difference on whether a pt is sedated or sedated and paralyzed. Typically, there is an order for a "sedation vacation" in a pt that is sedated and...