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  1. Are there any nurses happy to be a nurse?

    Nurse_ replied to frequentFLyER's topic in General Nursing

    There are a lot of nurses who are happy with their job. I am one of them. Happiness in nursing is finding a place with kin minds and a unit you can grow on. The most rewarding part of the job is...

  2. pancreatitis- demerol or morphine?

    Nurse_ replied to ducks123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Demerol is considered the best drug of choice with Pancreatitis. It causes less spasms in the sphincter of ODDI. While Morphine is believed to worsen the

  3. I think I made a mistake by going into the ICU as a new grad.

    Nurse_ replied to Skips's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's been only a month. ONE MONTH. You are still in training. You'll become more competent with experience. The fact that you are worried about being competent tells me you will become one. It's not...

  4. Good Experience vs Job stability-what's more important?

    Nurse_ replied to RNDude2012's topic in Nursing Career

    Since you are just beginning your career as a nurse, I say go for the job that will enhance your knowledge as a nurse. With more experience and nursing knowledge, job stability will always

  5. URGENT: Are CDC Ebola Guidelines 'Good Enough'?

    Nurse_ replied to MissyWrite's topic in Disaster Preparation

    One of the things I felt was truly amiss in the CDC guidelines was their emphasis on just the "CONTACT" precaution where a regular ISOLATION gown is enough. That is not true. We need specific PPE...

  6. I feel like I'm never going to get good at IVs

    Nurse_ replied to greyL's topic in General Nursing

    I read a lot of advice and techniques but it boils down to you. I used to get too shy, not wanting to cause pain with too many IV attempts but one of my co-workers told me to get over that fear...

  7. I really want to quit my job....

    Nurse_ replied to aspragg5387's topic in Nursing Career

    You're new in the ICU. Give it a chance. If people are stuck up, then just mind your business. There's always something to do in the ICU so instead of mingling with other nurses, just do things with...

  8. Nursing job

    Nurse_ replied to myrnamoody's topic in International Nursing

    Was she issued a license in Illinois? Does she have a social security number? Illinois does not require a social security upon receiving the initial RN license. If she was issued a license, she can...

  9. Where is ths so called Nursing Shortage at!? im having a hard time finding work

    Nurse_ replied to ErikaRGurl's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    The shortage is for experience nurses. If you have a really good resume then you should have at least landed a job interview. The market is really stiff for new grad and if you already had clinicals...

  10. NRP required BEFORE hire?

    Nurse_ replied to stargurl2006's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Most hospital will give you 30 days to 6-months from hire date to have all your credentials. But it also depends on the unit you are applying and what the norm is for that specific

  11. PACs -- why can't you infuse through the distal lumen?

    Nurse_ replied to patchezz's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    The reason why we do not infuse anything from PA | distal port is because we have to see the waveform. This is our only indication where the catheter is (as each chamber of the heart looks different)....

  12. Advice for Grad, Jobs: Fact or Fiction

    Nurse_ replied to i♥words's topic in General Students

    I say go with your own beat. Experience is experience no matter where you are, what unit you're in. It's how you present the experience that will get you the job. You'll be oriented at work anyway......

  13. Venipuncture help

    Nurse_ replied to LauraRN14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ask the patient. If they are hard sticks, they know and will tell you where most people get blood. When in doubt, use a butterfly. They are easy to use, visible blood return and if worse comes to...

  14. Calling after submitting an application

    Nurse_ replied to L&DinOregon's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If you read any "how-to-get-hired" articles, one of the things HR managers/companies say is that they do not want overzealous applicants. Do not hurt your chances before you even get one. First, if...

  15. First Nursing Job

    Nurse_ replied to mikkie1317's topic in California Nursing

    It is expensive to hire and train new nurses. That being said, I think it's absolutely ridiculous for the hospital to ask you to sign a five year contract with them. Ask the hospital what would...

  16. What's your spiel?

    Nurse_ replied to lucymalfoy's topic in General Nursing

    You have to be confident. Fake it till you make it. This is the first time, first chance to built a trusting relationship with your patient. What I do is introduced myself. Ask them what their plan...

  17. What is a Calling to be a nurse?

    Nurse_ replied to Myoclonicjerk's topic in General Students

    I'd say priesthood or being a nun is a calling. For me, saying something is a calling requires doing the same job everything single day with the same amount of passion every time. While I believe...

  18. frustrated RN here..need help!!

    Nurse_ replied to TalarossaRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Don't give up! You'll find a place where they'll honor your experience but until then be patient and keep on

  19. Is this a common attendace policy?

    Nurse_ replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely not common in places I've worked. But they are heartless if they did that after knowing what tragedy happened to her and her family... I'd start looking for another place to work if they...

  20. Nurses desensitized to death?

    Nurse_ replied to Meeny's topic in General Nursing

    Desensitized to death? Definitely not. I believe its the acceptance that the cycle of life ends. We have learned to accept that sometimes death is the more compassionate route than keeping a person...

  21. how will i continie nursing in usa?

    Nurse_ replied to chucky27's topic in International Nursing

    Your high school diploma or college transcript will suffice. Nursing school is very competitive here. If you plan to study here, be prepared to pay international student prices and wait for years...

  22. How to bounce back after failing

    Nurse_ replied to ChristySilvaFabela's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You are focusing too much on the negative. Forget about hands on experience, it will not help you pass the nclex. If you are worried about skills, as a new nurse there's a lot of things to learn and...

  23. Should I quit or try to transfer

    Nurse_ replied to goodnurse22's topic in Nursing Career

    Be careful what you wish for... I think you'll do fine. You think you can't handle it but you will. You will learn how to think faster, do things in a safe manner while being pulled in multiple...

  24. Difference between ICU and ER nurses

    Nurse_ replied to bella14k's topic in Nursing Career

    ER and ICU are busy in different reasons. I say this often but everything depends on the hospital. In the ER, you are busy because you don't know what patients you're getting. It could be people who...

  25. How important are reference letters? Which ones really count?

    Nurse_ replied to AQEELSMOM's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It's very helpful for big hospitals with online applications. So it's best to have two with you. The problem with reference letters is most often than not they are not specific to the person. A...