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  1. Licegate 2017

    foggnm replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the

  2. Getting a puppy and working 12 hour shifts?

    foggnm replied to Hwills94's topic in General Nursing

    I was thinking about your post over the weekend. I just wanted to add that shepards are very much 'working dogs' and if you don't have time to devote to giving such a breed a lot of exercise and...

  3. Advise wanted. Considering 2nd career as NP

    foggnm replied to elmtree's topic in Advanced Practice

    Well if you become an NP you'll most likely work outside of the hospital as, just like MDs, the majority of provider jobs are outpatient not inpatient. Healthcare is generally not a very political...

  4. Getting a puppy and working 12 hour shifts?

    foggnm replied to Hwills94's topic in General Nursing

    Puppy issues aside, I'm a believer in having a dog door or help with potty breaks when animals are home for more than 10 hours. And for a 12.5 hour shift, you're likely gone for 13.5 hours or more...

  5. New Nurse, New Job, Feeling Dumb

    foggnm replied to aimee32907's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was thinking about this post the other day. It is interesting how many nursing students or new nurses confess their performance anxiety on this board. Fundamentally, I think it is a failure of the...

  6. Go Fund Me for Co-workers?

    foggnm replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the

  7. When to call Rapid Response Team?

    foggnm replied to LUCBSN's topic in Critical Care

    It is probably best you review your RRT policy and/or discuss this with your manager or charge

  8. New Nurse, New Job, Feeling Dumb

    foggnm replied to aimee32907's topic in First Year After Licensure

    With your level or experience, education, and talents you will be successful. If you still feel after 6-12 months in nursing that you're not feeling confident then talking with a counselor, pastor, or...

  9. Nursing Student From Hell

    foggnm replied to DWelly14's topic in General Nursing

    God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the

  10. Switching to night shift... A good choice?

    foggnm replied to jss1985's topic in General Nursing

    You have to do what's right for your family first, yourself, and school. You'll know what works best for you, just have a plan and stick to it and if it doesn't work, change the plan. I'm not sure why...

  11. How do you feel about being a nurse?

    foggnm replied to Grier's topic in General Nursing

    This is more or less how I feel about nursing. It is very personally rewarding and I am thankful for the lessons I've learned. It has made me a better person. However, the conditions of work are often...

  12. I want to quit first RN job after a few weeks.

    foggnm replied to newgradrn2016's topic in General Nursing

    You should give notice. But 'at will' generally means that an employer can terminate the relationship for any reason. As opposed to working in the government where termination requires significant...

  13. My hair is dyed.. Job interview

    foggnm replied to mallerina87's topic in General Nursing

    If you overall look and act professional, the tips of your hair aren't going to change that. Now if your hair was dyed bright pink I might have a different recommendation. Anytime you see someone with...

  14. Will nursing wreck my hands?

    foggnm replied to BookishBelle's topic in General Nursing

    Hospital nursing will wreck your back and maybe at times your emotions or soul, but with frequent moisturizing you can save your

  15. Should drug diverters be prosecuted?

    foggnm replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    If it is against the law, then it should be prosecuted. I also don't think any licensed healthcare profession should be given a chance to practice again if they have diverted drugs. I believe in...

  16. ICU JOB OFFER

    foggnm replied to MoroccoRN's topic in California Nursing

    It is hard to say if that pay is low not knowing your market. Generally pay is much higher in CA. The mistake nurses make is looking at a wage number and thinking, "oh $35 is better than $29," instead...

  17. Being Managed By Someone Younger

    foggnm replied to Apple-Core's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Probably fairly common given that inpatient nursing is ruled by younger people (as it is a very physical job). I'm not sure why it would be an issue. There are competent and incompetent people both...

  18. Unsupported at home.

    foggnm replied to NewbieNurse91's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered marriage counseling through your church or a counselor? No one will ever understand that 3 days of 12 hours is often much more exhausting than a traditional work week--don't try to...

  19. I can't get "poop" taste out of my mouth?

    foggnm replied to Philly85's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a trauma/surgical/burn ICU and I know exactly what you're talking about. I even have thought about introducing a nasal spray for nurses called 'No Scents' that you can use to spray in your...

  20. Emergency Calls- How long do we wait?

    foggnm replied to Amethya's topic in School

    If there's an emergency you call 911, no waiting. If the child is blue, respiratory rate >40, poor cap refill, O2

  21. how long do you wait?

    foggnm replied to bsyrn's topic in School

    Your care ends at the end of your work day. I'd follow the policy for other kids that have late pick ups. There's no difference between you waiting for a well kid or sick kid, so in that case you...

  22. tips and tricks for difficult IV starts?

    foggnm replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

    It sounds like you're already on the right path to being an IV expert. Practice, learning from other experts, trying different techniques, learning ultrasound, etc. There is no magic, just

  23. Tired of job hunting & getting no where!!!!!

    foggnm replied to RN-Que's topic in General Nursing

    I'd say worry less about the starting pay and more about getting the job you want. Get some experience as an RN, then move to a higher paying market if that's an option. I'd say the problem isn't the...

  24. Stethoscope cover for men?

    foggnm replied to Philly85's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Carry it in your cargo pockets or a stethoscope holder which also doesn't give you the neck

  25. Important question on IV Fluids

    foggnm replied to KingOfTheCastle's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If you're saying 1/3 of the total IV fluids is 75 mls, then the total IV fluids is 75x3 or 225ml and the other fluid is 150ml. But I'm not really sure what you're