purplemania

purplemania BSN, RN

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  1. OB procedures

    purplemania replied to mathew's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Is this for a nursing school clinical? If so, focus on what is NORMAL, then the abnormal will stand

  2. Anyone here work night shift-past or present? Need advice pls.

    purplemania replied to jetta1's topic in General Nursing

    I used to take it easy on the day I was returning to work, and get a nap. I would not have trouble till around 2-3 am, because we stayed busy. If things slowed down I would go for a walk up and down...

  3. need math refresher course HELP!

    purplemania replied to keke27's topic in General Nursing

    just remember they are expecting high school level only. I did not even have algebra before I took that test, but I passed because of the logic questions asked. Even the Math for Med's books teach...

  4. Frustrated with my new career...

    purplemania replied to Nellie Nurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It is typical for new grads to feel overwhelmed, perhaps for a year or more. It is very important to seek help from your manager or charge nurse or both. Even if the manager can't help you...

  5. I Need Advice And Help

    purplemania replied to kathy_79's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Discuss with your doctor. I will say we do this procedure frequently on pediatric patients and have no problems. She will get an IV placed

  6. Looking for info on UT Tyler points system for admission

    purplemania replied to grapejuice01's topic in Texas Nursing

    I bet you are worrying about nothing, but you can call Ms. Beam (secretary at the college of nursing). She should be able to give you the grading

  7. Does your staff do C/S's or does OR team??

    purplemania replied to babies_r_us's topic in Ob/Gyn

    our L&D nurses assist with sections and tubals. We have two suites in L&D area. The CRNA is whoever is on call or scheduled. Our deliveries are about 100-150 per

  8. Dictation using Lanier system over a phone

    purplemania replied to Syxton's topic in General Nursing

    it is not the nurses who do the dictation, usually, but the MDs. You might contact a few medical records depts. in hospitals to get the info you

  9. new nurse, in trouble already

    purplemania replied to lorajane's topic in Nursing Career

    I would quit the job and get another one, if for no other reason than because you do not feel the staff is supportive. Getting fired, or even going thru peer review, does not automatically mean your...

  10. nursing instructor shortages

    purplemania replied to ddewitt's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Ok, I'll bite. I am in favor of education, but I believe there are several reasons NOT to require a MSN for instructors of a vocational program. The first would be that it is a vocational program, not...

  11. I need tips on passing the test

    purplemania replied to Maisie's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree with Chris at Lucas RN. If you do well in the pre-reqs you will do well in nursing school and on the NCLEX. There is no magic bullet for passing NCLEX. More than 80% of people who take it pass...

  12. Change jobs or go to school?? Help!! Need Advice

    purplemania replied to Nurse Q's topic in Nursing Career

    You might contact the Board of Nursing in your state to see what happens to students who are in a program that loses certification. It is a rare thing for that to happen, but if it does, the state may...

  13. Nurse Abandonment - What does it constitute?

    purplemania replied to nightingale's topic in General Nursing

    While I do not think this behavior constitutes abandonment, since the assignment was not accepted, it may be described as unprofessional behavior if there is a policy regarding no shows within your...

  14. BP on wrist

    purplemania replied to jschut's topic in General Nursing

    I would make sure the DON knows about this abusive language. It is illegal in most states to verbally abuse another person. As for the BP cuff, the facility should be supplying you with adequate...

  15. Petition for Declaratory Order

    purplemania replied to Katydidit34's topic in Texas Nursing

    it is ok to whine. We all need to vent now and then. Hope the rest of your licensing process is

  16. Chemistry in Nursing School(getting more panicked by the day!)

    purplemania replied to LadyMadonna's topic in General Nursing

    My BSN program required 4 credit hours of chemistry and I thought it was hard too. However, I asked for help from a grad student referred by the

  17. Precepting new nurses

    purplemania replied to bklynborn's topic in General Nursing

    do you have a self-assessment form she can complete after each shift, or on a weekly basis? We have one that the new nurse, the preceptor and the manager each complete, then meet to compare notes....

  18. manipulative patients / drug seekers

    purplemania replied to LuvMyFireman's topic in General Nursing

    if the drug is ordered and your assessment does not indicate any physical reason not to give it, then why the

  19. new nurse -advice- stressed out

    purplemania replied to asnrse's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Such a sad example of unprofessional behavior between peers. The "preceptor" should have anticipated your lack of experience would lead to anxiety and stress, which is often relieved by tears. I would...

  20. Please tell me that Nursing is better than being a CNA!!!

    purplemania replied to Worthy's topic in General Nursing

    you are stressing yourself out too much and will get burned out, if you are physically able to complete the program. I went to school part-time and worked full time, but if you can quit work, or work...

  21. Senior needing help! Please read!

    purplemania replied to angelvv05's topic in General Nursing

    Hi. Hope this choice of topics indicates an interest in the nursing profession. 1. I coordinate training and paperwork requirements for all new hire nurses, plus make sure the right person is in the...

  22. State of Texas hospitals--anyone know how I can find which hospitals are

    purplemania replied to passing thru's topic in Texas Nursing

    I didn't know such a thing existed. Have you tried calling HR for one of those facilities to see if they can guide you? Or maybe look at the Texas Dept. of Health site and contact them. Sorry I am no...

  23. "A monkey can be trained to do what you nurses do"

    purplemania replied to angel337's topic in General Nursing

    I would be tempted to respond with, "And I bet you are just the monkey who thinks he can do

  24. Daycare center for sick children? What would you like to see?

    purplemania replied to careerdejour's topic in General Nursing

    a nurse friend of mind considered this type business but the liability ins. was so high she decided against it. That may vary from state to state. You would need a nurse to be there at all times, not...

  25. Need help on a paper I'm writing - current issues in nursing

    purplemania replied to NewNurse2be's topic in General Nursing

    I recommend you get used to looking at certain websites for info (this one included) as you will probably write several papers before graduation. Try http://www.cdc.gov, or http://www.about.com. There...