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    nurse managers: is it standard procedure to check references after an interview?

    RN403 replied to sakuragirl24's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    They called all of my references. Usually, calling of references is a good sign and is usually done when they are seriously considering extending an offer. Good luck and best
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    Medical Emergency and Abandonment

    RN403 replied to LittleCandles's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There should be a way to get emergency relief. I would talk to your nurse manager or supervisor or whoever you report to and ask what protocol
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    IV Sizes?

    RN403 replied to Jennx's topic in General Students

    With the patient information given, what size do you think would be appropriate and why? Agree with other posters, depends on the age of the patient, type of fluids that will be running, and if you...
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    How to prepare for nursing school?

    RN403 replied to JACSN's topic in General Students

    There are many threads on this topic that you might find of assistance in the student nurse forum. I wish I would have focused more on enjoying my time before nursing school rather than trying to...
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    Are nurses able to shower after shift?

    RN403 replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Our facility has showers in the break and locker rooms. Personally, I wouldn't dare use it. I have a change of clothes in my locker, however. If I get bodily fluids on my scrubs that are...
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    How far to insert a catheter??

    RN403 replied to Class09's topic in General Students

    Excellent tips,
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    How important is science in psychiatric nursing

    RN403 replied to fiba's topic in Psychiatric

    You need to get through chemistry in order to successfully and satisfactorily complete your nursing degree and go on to be a nurse. You do not use true chemistry itself as a nurse in most cases, but,...
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    Calling codes

    RN403 replied to Momma1RN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Agreed, you did the right thing. I would rather call a code and get help then wait around and have something happen to my patient. After all, it is your license on the line and more importantly your...
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    Flushing IV line

    RN403 replied to canard's topic in Pediatric

    10 cc flush. Like PP stated, might depend on facility policy or nurse
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    Pediatrics not getting in my head

    RN403 replied to mrayamajhi1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are other threads on this topic that you might find of assistance. Overall, I have not seen any mnemonics on this. Unfortunately, it is something that you will just have to try your best to...
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    question about wasting

    RN403 replied to Birdy2's topic in Patient Medications

    If you are the one to find a med like that in your cart, notify your charge or manager immediately and follow facility policy regarding the
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    How far to insert a catheter??

    RN403 replied to Class09's topic in General Students

    For a male I usually lubricate almost the entire length of the catheter itself. For a female I usually lubricate the first 2 or 3 inches of te catheter. for both male and female you should insert the...
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    Thankful for being a nurse?

    RN403 replied to TheNGTKingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I believe each and every one of us can empathize with you. We all have our up days and our down days. We all feel pulled in many directions at times. It comes with the job. Hope you find comfort in...
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    What fascinates you?

    RN403 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    What amazes me about the human body is how much it can endure. I remember watching my first TKA surgery in nursing school. I was fascinated that the human body can endure all of that "hammering" and...
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    New Grads-how long for first job

    RN403 replied to arijay's topic in First Year After Licensure

    About three
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    Keeping Old Report Sheets

    RN403 replied to caseyuptonurse's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Not a good idea to keep patient information at home as other posters have said. The best thing you can do for yourself is to document, document, document. Document thoroughly and use patient quotes...
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    Facebook and small town nursing

    RN403 replied to TXRN44's topic in Home Health

    If it is the tagging of pictures that is your main concern, you can change your settings so that you must approve which pictures you are tagged in. If someone were to attempt to tag you in the ir...
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    care plan help needed!!!!

    RN403 replied to NewNurse91D's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your nursing diagnoses do not come from lab values, but, rather the assessment of the patient. Your nursing diagnoses come from your findings as the nurse when you assess your patient. Pain would be...
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    Other than BSN

    RN403 replied to JenKnowles's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    As a PP stated, there really is not a way around the BSN. In order to move on to an MSN degree/NP program you will need to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. If you look at NP program requirements...
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    Gum in hair!

    RN403 replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Try ice. Once it is hardened the gum is easier to get
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    How to time manage better?

    RN403 replied to caseyuptonurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would ask your preceptor how you can improve on your time management skills. Ask them to be specific. I don't think this would come off snotty at all. You need to be critiqued honestly and...
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    Feel excluded from classmates

    RN403 replied to lampard's topic in General Students

    You're right, you are not in NS to make friends. There are always going to be people who don't like you whether it be in NS or in the working world. I wouldn't let one person get you down. You're...
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    To float or not to float?

    RN403 replied to Montyberg's topic in General Students

    If you know for a fact that your heart is in L&D and you know that you would like to work on this unit post graduation then I would say take the L&D position. This would allow you to make...
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    Nurses Eat Their Young

    RN403 replied to hpvarnad's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There are many threads on this topic that you might find of assistance. Sure, SOME nurses eat their young, but, certainly NOT all. I personally have had more positive and insightful experiences with...
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    HELP!! ATI comprehensive Predictor

    RN403 replied to Ntobe's topic in General Students

    Take the practice tests, review your class notes, and review the ATI prep books. There is no easy way to pass this test. Just study, work on test taking strategies, and exercise your critical thinking...