Super_RN BSN, RN

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    Thank you gifts for nurses?

    Super_RN replied to mitchsmom's topic in General Nursing

    How about sending in lunch via Subway or something like that? I agree that individual cards are a nice touch as well. :balloons:
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    Question about Trachs

    Super_RN replied to mpbc25's topic in General Nursing

    Sure! Not all inner cannulas are disposable although it is more common now. Take the cannula out, dip it in peroxide, scrub it, rinse with saline and put it back in in a matter of seconds :)
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    Sweet Dreams, Baby! Tell us about your strange dreams r/t nursing

    Super_RN replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am always trying to check the vent when the alarm clock goes off. :) I have told my boyfriend several times to go check the vent and suction the patient :chuckle :)
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    A patient complained about me...

    Super_RN replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    If it were me, I would go ahead and let her know about it. In my opinion, it makes her aware that you saw the problem and are addressing it. It also let her know you are taking action to resolve it...
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    Is there a good method to decide who works what holiday?

    Super_RN replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    We are scheduled to work every other holiday. We can also trade if someone wants to trade holidays, but it rotates every year. I work 4th of July last year, I don't next year. Seems to work out...
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    Cheaters during a test!!!

    Super_RN replied to pixie-dust37's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry, but I disagree. Standing up for what is right is not snitching or being a tattle tale. No, she will not "save the whole friggen world" by informing the instructor of the suspicions, but it...
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    What punishment should this nurse get?

    Super_RN replied to Daytonite's topic in General Nursing

    I did a float shift for one year and then switched to nights. I feel for the nurses who do have to rotate shifts, that is hard, I have been there. However, as Tweety says, if the position is...
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    5 items

    Super_RN replied to design_student's topic in General Nursing

    Although I guess co-workers won't fit in a pocket!
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    5 items

    Super_RN replied to design_student's topic in General Nursing

    Common sense, stethoscope, pen, scissors, and good co-workers!!!
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    What punishment should this nurse get?

    Super_RN replied to Daytonite's topic in General Nursing

    Most people adjust to night shift. I work nights and I don't think it's too much to be expected to stay awake and full function--it's my job. Sure, there are nights where I take a run up and down...
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    oops?

    Super_RN replied to mediatix8's topic in General Nursing

    Our IV drug book is a life saver! Actually, more like our "Bible"! :)
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    Question on taking Blood Pressure and Respirations

    Super_RN replied to Rhonda V's topic in General Nursing

    We do that a lot on obese patients. The BP needs to be taken there consistently throughout their stay to have an accurate baseline. Sometimes we will use thigh cuffs for the upper arms if the cuffs...
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    Sorry To Upset You, But....

    Super_RN replied to lisa41rn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think that attitudes are from individuals, not departments. Some people are just like that and no matter what you do to try and make things smooth...well, I think they wouldn't know what to do if...
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    Pet Peeves

    Super_RN replied to sjb2005's topic in General Nursing

    Whoa, that showed up huge. Sorry about
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    Pet Peeves

    Super_RN replied to sjb2005's topic in General Nursing

    [font=arial][size=4]--tangled iv tubing, monitor cables, bp cuffs... --when you start your shift and notice the waveforms are scratchy and go to discover the reason...mr. hairiest chest in the world...
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    I really need to talk about this! (long)

    Super_RN replied to NurseforPreggers's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You did everything absolutely right! From your posting, the only one who referred to the patient as a PIA is the doctor, so she has no right to put those words in your mouth. As far as I am...
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    Stupid Things that get you kicked out of nursing school

    Super_RN replied to IvoryLena's topic in General Students

    Oh my gosh! The ignorance of some people! I have to admit, some of those made me
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    funniest thing you saw a nurse do.......

    Super_RN replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    LOL! Infiltrated member! At least his last days were full of grins!!! :rotfl: :rotfl:
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    funniest thing you saw a nurse do.......

    Super_RN replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my gosh! That statement cracked me up!!
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    funniest thing you saw a nurse do.......

    Super_RN replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    Make that 3 of
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    ICU nurses - acuity systems?

    Super_RN replied to neurotraumaRN's topic in General Nursing

    I feel for you! Patients like that deserve for to be 1:1, not only for their sake, but for yours too!! It is a violation of patient safety to have assignments like that. I would definitely fill out...
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    How much did you make as a new grad?

    Super_RN replied to SerenityR.N.'s topic in General Nursing

    Started at $18.65 two years ago. Base pay now is $20.42 + shift diff. That's in rural Ohio.
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    funniest thing you saw a nurse do.......

    Super_RN replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you Supr-rn for coming to my defense. Of course, It wasn't the nicest thing, but it was my first (death) maybe I should have added that. But it was pretty unnerving for me, and the other nurse...
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    funniest thing you saw a nurse do.......

    Super_RN replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    O come on Cara, everyone knows dead patients are really the funniest. I think as nurses we have a morbid sense of humor that helps us deal with stressful situations. It makes horrible situations...
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    Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo Woes

    Super_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for approximately 8 months or so. I have noticed in the last few months especially that the week before my period I am an extreme emotional roller coaster. I have...