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    Just got into LaSalle CRNA program for 2020

    RN403 replied to FutureCRNAbygodsgrac's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Is anyone taking classes online this
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    Just got into LaSalle CRNA program for 2020

    RN403 replied to FutureCRNAbygodsgrac's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    me
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    Valley Children's

    RN403 posted a topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Hello! Looking for opinions in regard to working at Valley Children's Hospital in Madera, CA. I have seen pretty great reviews on career sites about this facility. What has been your experience in...
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    Why I should become a nurse.

    RN403 replied to brendanlambe.fe's topic in General Nursing

    I would look into shadowing a nurse to see for yourself. Reach out to hospitals near you to see if they allow
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    Is it illegal to place a towel over a patient's face?

    RN403 replied to poolnurse's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yeah...unless you are planning on treating your patient to a hot towel facial I would just stick to the shield or
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    I need help, because I'm just starting to be an adult

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

    Use your professors and clinical instructors as references. Look for new grad positions or nurse residencies to increase your likelihood of getting hired. It is absolutely possible to find a job...
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    New Grad Career Advice

    RN403 replied to NurseMariaG's topic in General Nursing

    Any nursing experience is better than none. Starting out in home health does not mean you will never be able to work in the hospital. I have worked with many former home health nurses in the hospital...
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    Best BSN fast track degree ?

    RN403 replied to emilyleah's topic in General Students

    "....there's really no way ill get enough A's to get a the average nursing school requirement GPA" First, you have to change your thinking. Myself as with many others have struggled with science...
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    I'm scared that I deal with stress in a bad way

    RN403 replied to natmanzo's topic in General Students

    Does your school have a student resource center? You might speak with someone there regarding stress management tips and what you are
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    Littmann stethoscopes

    RN403 replied to littlepeopleRNICU's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

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    Cheap but Decent Stethoscope

    RN403 replied to svnnhlbby23's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Litmann Classic II is decent and reasonable. About $70, which isn't much if you are planning to use it long term. I know you are planning on using it for school/testing purposes only, however, you...
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    ASN to BSN Question

    RN403 replied to Jfonseca11's topic in School, College Programs

    If you are planning on getting your BSN then I would just do it from the get go. Earning an ASN and then waiting to take boards until after your BSN program is not practical for a few reasons: 1) Your...
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    This is it.

    RN403 replied to MadisonG's topic in General Students

    I know it is easy to get to the end and starting feeling lax. But, keep pushing strong. You are so
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    Shift, SBAR, report

    RN403 replied to iliket0fuu's topic in Orthopedic

    Report, assessments & reviewing vital signs (followed by notifying MD of any abnormal findings if unable to fix issue myself), med pass, and lastly charting. It helped me to have a routine,...
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    Quetion on preparing oral meds or med pss

    RN403 replied to rlugo29's topic in General Students

    I am aware. Our facility does this. I suppose I interpreted the question differently than what was
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    What to observe

    RN403 replied to bewareofthephog's topic in General Nursing

    Make sure you eat well prior to your observation...especially in the OR. If you are able to pick which OR case you stand in for, pick the one that most relates to what you are learning/your current...
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    Looking for guidance...

    RN403 replied to Gcossio's topic in General Nursing

    Might be the specific requirements of that school. I have noted that some schools do require you to be a CNA prior to starting the program. If you are not wanting to obtain your certification (CNA)...
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    Chasing after a dream

    RN403 replied to EStreet's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Look up the schools in your area that you are interested in and talk with an academic adviser or someone in admissions. They should be able to tell you which courses will transfer over and which will...
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    In my first job, but still looking.

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

    If you can, I would stay at least six months if not a year. I would not tell your manager anything until you have your offer letter in hand for another job. I dont think you are being disloyal. You...
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    Quetion on preparing oral meds or med pss

    RN403 replied to rlugo29's topic in General Students

    Yes? But, why would you pass meds still in the wrapper? Is there more to the
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    How Much Time Do You Invest in Studying?

    RN403 replied to coffee_please's topic in General Students

    I studied about 2-4 hours everyday while in school. I broke it up, though. An hour here, get out and take a break, then an hour there. An 82% on your first exam is great! Once you get used to the exam...
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    Job offer/ experience miscalculated

    RN403 replied to honeybunnyth's topic in General Nursing

    They should fix their error. What they actually do only you will know once it happens. Follow up with HR prior to your start
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    Ideal number of references for a new grad?

    RN403 replied to theRPN2b's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Agreed with PPs. If you are thinking and planning ahead, however, I would secure 3-5 references ready to place on your
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    Which way did he go..Which way did he go

    RN403 replied to Gcossio's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Going to school to be an LPN or an RN will each have their own challenge. The length of time it takes to complete each program will also depend on where you attend school. Deciding to be an LPN or RN...
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    Normal to make mistakes?

    RN403 replied to cloudtalk's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    You are three months in. You will make mistakes. You will make mistakes no matter how long you have been in the game. What are you doing to ensure you don't make the same mistakes repeatedly? That's...