JRM357NP

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1. Medicine vs Surgery Unit

   JRM357NP replied to Alto22's topic in General Nursing

   So I am trauma by trade, my wife worked in the SICU and I had a good friend that worked in a Medical ICU. Each has their trade-offs. Surgical ICU, is fast paced and based off the type of facility you work in (Trauma or teaching institution), so if yo...

2. Washing scrubs?

   JRM357NP replied to dd131's topic in General Nursing

   HA!! Yes the T-shirt, I do this too... a whole lot cheaper as well...

3. Stethoscope cover for men?

   JRM357NP replied to Philly85's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Don't worry about the cover or the holder in my opinion. Get you some good scrubs in the that can accommodate the stethoscope, the clip (and even in the pocket sometimes) will cause the stethoscope to catch on things. Just my opinion and experience.

4. Priming and blood return

   JRM357NP replied to BandaidBunny's topic in Oncology

   Wow... First question is what does your facility's UNIT policy state on accessing central lines? That is a big concern right there. Did you have a MD's order to access the line? That is a CYA in itself. So documentation and speaking with the patient ...

5. What accreditation Am I Looking For in a BSN Program

   JRM357NP replied to acarson7's topic in ADN/BSN

   Along with Accreditation, make you are looking for a strong program with a high percentage of first time passing on the boards. Often times Healthcare facilities know the programs who sends out the higher caliber nurses... so keep that in mind as wel...

6. Will a ASN in KY and BSN in GA will there be a problem?

   JRM357NP posted a topic in Georgia

   I am in the Army about to get out, I am contemplating getting a ASN at a community college in KY and once I finish that get my BSN, hopefully from Columbus State University. Will I have any problems doing that? Could there be some sort of conflict si...