Loo17

Loo17

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  1. Attempting to squeeze past the applicant tracking system

    Loo17 replied to EarthhAngel2013's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Where I work they frown on that. HR says it looks deceptive. Our software has a section for volunteer work

  2. Trauma ICU or NICU?? Advice please!

    Loo17 replied to Knights Nurse's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Why are you looking to leave your current job after only 4 months? Knowing what you don't like about that job might make it easier to offer

  3. Narcan with negative tox screen

    Loo17 replied to RainMom's topic in Patient Medications

    They probably thought that there was a slight change in mental status with the initial smaller dose so they went for the gusto with the 2mg dose. Plus if there was a chance the patient OD'ed on...

  4. for those who work 12 hour shifts, how long is your lunch break?

    Loo17 replied to mee9mee9's topic in General Nursing

    30 minutes unpaid and we are not allowed to leave the hospital

  5. New to LTAC

    Loo17 replied to Mixnmatch's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Lots of vented patients with many co-morbidities. Many of the patients I saw were obese, vented, with g-tube or TPN for nutrition. These patients were failure to wean in the ICU and came to LTACH...

  6. Getting report during change of shift

    Loo17 replied to CTnewgrad826's topic in General Nursing

    I work in the ED and trust me its just as frustrating on our end. It seems that the hospital bed manager always makes beds available at change of shift-probably due to staffing. We (the nurses going...

  7. Critical Care IV Drug Calculation.. Please Help me!

    Loo17 replied to LadyKai's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You don't need to worry about the titrate to solve the problem based on the information you provided. An actual titration order (or facility policy) would have a goal BP or MAP, you would titrate...

  8. IV Medication Setup

    Loo17 replied to starlane's topic in General Nursing

    You follow the policies at your facility and the doctors order. The meds are already mixed in fluids, if you dilute them more depends on the order. You cant just piggyback with extra fluids without an...

  9. Any suggestions on shoes???

    Loo17 replied to ashsoontobeRN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Its important to buy the right size with danskos. They are supposed to be loose unlike most shoes. If your heel is right up against the back they are probably too

  10. Do you clean bedpans or throw them out?

    Loo17 replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    Wish we could do this. Employer told us doing that costs the hospital too much money because biohazard waste is very expensive to dispose

  11. Medication test Kindred

    Loo17 replied to moni777's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    I took the test at a different kindred so I am not sure if it is the same but we went over the information during classroom orientation prior to taking the

  12. Results

    Loo17 replied to snickers89's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I didn't think traffic violations were

  13. Do you clean bedpans or throw them out?

    Loo17 replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work, bodily fluids (including stool). Can not be thrown in the regular trash. The stool needs to be placed in the toilet or if it is watery, in a biohazard

  14. Is it OK to discipline nurses extra for calling in sick on a holiday?

    Loo17 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Every place I have worked has had a policy regarding calling out on a holiday. Where I work now has a policy stating if you call out the last scheduled day before, day of, or day after a holiday that...

  15. When to piggyback This

    Loo17 replied to Birdy2's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work the initial Zosyn dose is over 30 min with all over doses being delivered over 4 hours Q8H. The ID docs say that this improves patient outcomes and reduces length of stay by keeping...

  16. Ultrasound Guided IVs

    Loo17 replied to dsforza's topic in General Nursing

    I found the article below to be quite useful. Ultrasound-guided peripheral I.V. access: Guidelines for practice - American Nurse

  17. Is There Enough Time for Patient Teaching and Teach-Back in Fast Paced Acute Care Settings

    Loo17 replied to brcanda3's topic in Patient Education

    Dobyour patients get set up with a visiting nurse? As a previous visiting nurse I find this is a crucial part of the puzzle and can be a great opportunity to reinforce hospital teaching in their home...

  18. Do you carry around your stethoscope?

    Loo17 replied to tarotale's topic in General Nursing

    As I said, I always have my stethoscope available and use it when applicable. I am simply saying for the most part one could get by without. Most of the docs I work with are great, the best nurses...

  19. Do you carry around your stethoscope?

    Loo17 replied to tarotale's topic in General Nursing

    I am not saying I agree with the OP but nowhere did they ever say they would chart what they didn't do. Charting in the emergency department is different than on units. You could easily get by not...

  20. Do you carry around your stethoscope?

    Loo17 replied to tarotale's topic in General Nursing

    I do carry mine and use it however...in the ED where I work I think a nurse could easily get by without one. A patient comes in SOB, the med student, resident, and sometimes attending physician...

  21. Vancomycin rate question

    Loo17 replied to Birdy2's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Infusing Vanco too fast is dangerous clinically, not just because it is a vesicant. Micromedex (our pharm reference) recommends infusing no faster that 10mg/min. Infusing faster can potentially lead...

  22. Educating patients on ER use

    Loo17 replied to anh06005's topic in Patient Education

    Urgent care wants the $50 upfront before being seen. They have the option to turn you away for non-payment. The ED will take $5 payments until the bill is paid. When you have no money but need to be...

  23. restraint/seclusion order question

    Loo17 replied to sassyann85's topic in Psychiatric

    I would agree with the above poster. Any time the restraint or seclusion is changed we also need a new order. Our orders in the ED are only valid for 4 hours and need to be renewed after

  24. Undershirts

    Loo17 replied to studentnursemon86's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I buy these athletic type tops by Cuddle Duds similar to underarmour but less expensive. Target, walmart and kohls sell them but I usually buy them at tjmaxx or marshalls for $10. They come folded...

  25. Could I have done anything else?

    Loo17 replied to MDMBSNRN's topic in Critical Care

    That is horrible. I hope you are able to find greener pastures one day soon! Good