purplemania

purplemania BSN, RN

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  1. ER Nurse requirements by state

    purplemania replied to burnay76's topic in General Nursing

    We don't have state requirements. However, if the ED has a trauma designation there are requirements, especially as they pertain to the skill mix and continuing education. Those requirements are...

  2. Fake Nails on Nurses, Yay or Nay?

    purplemania replied to Patience's topic in General Nursing

    Evidence based practice states that artificial nails are dangerous both to the nurse and the people they tend. Why risk

  3. NOCS: How to darken a room?

    purplemania replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    Here is what I did: Measure the INSIDE of my windows then added 1/2 in or so all around (height and width). Went to upholstery section of fabric store and bought black vinyl that had a flannel backing...

  4. A&P nightmare!!!

    purplemania replied to srkastc's topic in General Nursing

    I would contact the Dean about her attitude. If she has to stay and you are willing to stick it out in order to graduate sooner then just concentrate on what you need to do to pass. You do not need to...

  5. No Peds courses in nursing program...vent!

    purplemania replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    The school is obligated to require certain courses as outlined by the state's higher education board. If you have a question, you might contact that board to find out what is REQUIRED and what is...

  6. Can RN license from one state to be used throughout US?

    purplemania replied to yqin's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    The short answer is yes. You get your first license then when you want to practice elsewhere you contact that state's Board of Nursing to get the procedure. Some states are "compact" which means you...

  7. acls/pals

    purplemania replied to lucy603's topic in General Nursing

    Watch out! You can only do the didactic online. You will still have to find someone to observe you doing all the competencies and will have to pay for that. You will probably have to attend the course...

  8. Outpatient or hospital setting?

    purplemania replied to lilgreenrn's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree. The hospital is where you learn so much more than in a clinic, plus you are paid better. I have worked both. Not all MD's "treat you

  9. Need help with abbreviations!

    purplemania replied to Luvelyone's topic in General Nursing

    RNFA's have special licensure in Texas. They assist in surgery and open/close some cases. Be sure to ask HR what all you are qualified for and find out the hours and other expectations so you will be...

  10. Need help with abbreviations!

    purplemania replied to Luvelyone's topic in General Nursing

    RNFA's have special licensure ni Texas. They assist in surgery and open/close some cases. Be sure to ask HR what all you are qualified for and find out the hours and other expectations so you will be...

  11. Career switching advice

    purplemania replied to Spartan05's topic in General Nursing

    Again, nursing is so diverse there is no way you could be bored or misfit unless you give up too soon. You will learn a lot about yourself while in nursing school as well as a lot about nursing. So...

  12. Which is better, handwashing or hand sanitizer?

    purplemania replied to queenjean's topic in General Nursing

    The CDC recommends handwashing for the friction. Hand sanitizers are ok for "between" washes if your hands are clean (you had on gloves and they didn't get dirty). See

  13. AHHHHHHHH orientation!- help

    purplemania replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    you had to "perform" in front of your instructor. No different. You can do

  14. What does your hospital do for patient satisfaction?

    purplemania replied to KimRN41514's topic in General Nursing

    we provide free coffee/tea 24/7, cookies in the pm and fruit in the am in the waiting rooms. Our satisfaction committees are very active and visible. We use the patient advocate person when needed,...

  15. How well is your living status?

    purplemania replied to NoeIssa's topic in General Nursing

    I live very comfortably and have a single salary. But I live in a part of the country where real estate is fairly cheap, compared to other regions! My 2300 Sq ft home was $85,000 10 years ago. It...

  16. Names

    purplemania replied to EstOyLista's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Duelas are utilized in some areas of the country for the range of stages you mention. Nurses in hospitals are generally assigned to Post-partum, L&D and Nursery. But there are always exceptions....

  17. Any other ppl have bad preceptors?

    purplemania replied to NewGrad07's topic in General Nursing

    when in this situation you need to bring it to the attention of your instructor so that a change can be made. If a change is not feasible then you really need to stand up for yourself and say in a...

  18. How do you handle Physicians Bad Attitudes?

    purplemania replied to scrubsnhugsRN's topic in General Nursing

    write him up EVERY

  19. Hypochondriacs who come in...

    purplemania replied to KMP77's topic in Emergency

    Hypochondria is a disease too. Respect everyone's complaints, even if they are unfounded, as they might be serious this

  20. DNR order

    purplemania replied to Inquisitive one's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    State laws must be considered. If you have any doubts contact you social worker. They deal with this issue a

  21. "A good first impression???"

    purplemania replied to ahett's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked in two facilities that required color-coded uniforms. No one reimbursed us. I appreciate being able to know which dept someone is from but am not sure it means anything to the

  22. help with basic infection control

    purplemania replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have a tech in charge of the isolation carts and he has devised some visual aids that help all the staff. He has laminated cards with the name of the most common diseases/germs requiring isolation....

  23. Newbie LPN- need drug help!

    purplemania replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    Be sure you know how to use the reference material. No way you can memorize everything and new drugs come out every year. I give med/math tests to new hires and on a few questions they are allowed to...

  24. In Turnabout, Infant Deaths Climb in South

    purplemania replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    A friend is doing research on the perception of AA female adolescents regarding being overweight. Many girls do not consider themselves obese so it is hard to educate them towards wellness. Of course,...

  25. How long before i get my RN license?

    purplemania replied to almoret's topic in General Nursing

    In Texas you can verify online before the paper one is mailed out, but usually it only is a few days difference. We are required to carry our license so there is a BIG one, suitable for framing I...