ArmaniX

ArmaniX MSN, APRN

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  1. Help help!!! I have to take microbiology and anatomy/physiology togther??? Or? No?

    ArmaniX replied to futureNurse933's topic in General Students

    First let me address your current issue with the CAPS button, yours seem to be stuck in the 'ON' position. Kindly, turn it off. Secondly, take whatever classes you want together. This is not a...

  2. Warning, do not go to st phillips lvn program

    ArmaniX replied to LVN14Batgirl's topic in School, College Programs

    One post would have been

  3. Anxiety creeping in - what gives?

    ArmaniX replied to ORNurseCOS's topic in General Nursing

    People are more so likely to complain about the bad then praise the good. It's human

  4. Need Opinion: 2 Nursing Schools on Resume?

    ArmaniX replied to smellyacres's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just create a section on your resume for clinical rotation sites and then list the hospital / unit type. I don't see any need to express that one clinical took place at another

  5. How old are you?

    ArmaniX replied to 1_fit_male_nurse2b's topic in Men in Nursing

    In my

  6. is it appropriate to call?

    ArmaniX replied to its_meee's topic in General Nursing

    More than likely they are waiting for you to sit for the NCLEX. I don't really know of anyone who was hired prior to becoming licensed. But regions differ I

  7. Designated "muscle" on clinicals

    ArmaniX replied to oklamedic2011's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Just pretend you are extremely weak.. or have a hurt back and really are limited in your ability. I suggest doing this sooner then later because you will be used up until the point you do injure...

  8. What happens if you don't complete a travel assignment

    ArmaniX replied to godbless-yute's topic in Travel

    I believe there are fines for cancelling your contract early.. I don't know if they take outside, uncontrollable, factors into consideration. Give it some time and I'm sure Ned will reply or someone...

  9. Some people are too smart for nursing

    ArmaniX replied to Careerchange88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It was required in my program that with the start of each semester we see the academic advisor to make sure we are on track. In the last semester before I'd graduate the advisor looks over my...

  10. cell phones at work

    ArmaniX replied to tuxedopenguino's topic in General Nursing

    In my icu we do not have any work cellphones which I truly love. No interruptions. If I page a doctor I am by the phone if I'm not immediately connected with the critical care team. On my old SDU we...

  11. 500 cc of Vanco/Ns over 2 hours via pump via picc line

    ArmaniX replied to lumbarpain's topic in Patient Medications

    Blondy2061h that seems so abnormal to me. I guess different practices in different hospitals. If I had a patient tanking at 60/20 and began to put it on a pump I would never here the end of it. That...

  12. 500 cc of Vanco/Ns over 2 hours via pump via picc line

    ArmaniX replied to lumbarpain's topic in Patient Medications

    Why are you running it via an IV pump versus pressure bag if their blood pressure is

  13. 500 cc of Vanco/Ns over 2 hours via pump via picc line

    ArmaniX replied to lumbarpain's topic in Patient Medications

    Are you in a hospital? Was it a loading dose? Perhaps per her size it is the necessary dose. I'd have consulted pharmacy prior to administration if I was concerned with the dose. But with your...

  14. Is the student pregnant?

    ArmaniX replied to RNqueens's topic in School

    The only benefit of you speaking with her would be that you can make sure she is knowledgeable about pregnancy "steps" and prenatal or what not (as you can tell.. not my field of expertise!) Maybe...

  15. ICU RNs floated to floors?

    ArmaniX replied to jamisaurus's topic in Critical Care

    Why is it impossible for one type of nurse to not be pinned up against another type? Instead of pointing out the skills of a med surg versus icu nurse we focus on their weaknesses. It is NOT a...

  16. Initial Management of Shock

    ArmaniX replied to catnessk's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would believe fluids to be the answer also.. so I Will be curiously looking for others

  17. Keiser Orlando Nursing Program

    ArmaniX replied to MsBreeRN2B's topic in General Students

    Why don't you direct your questions to someone from the school such as an advisor from their nursing program? I believe keiser is extremly expensive and im not too sure on their nclex pass rates. Why...

  18. Nurse Tech in ICU

    ArmaniX replied to Wayne876's topic in General Students

    Don't mention your goal of becoming a

  19. ICU RNs floated to floors?

    ArmaniX replied to jamisaurus's topic in Critical Care

    I haven't been in the ICU enough to see this but I do know we can be floated to stepdown floors with a 3:1 ratio... while previously working a stepdown unit if we were floated our max patio ratio...

  20. Sliding scale insulin...give or hold?

    ArmaniX replied to Annie Wilkes RN's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Patient is not eating? I personally would hold and contact the doctor. If this is a change in patient condition it should be addressed. Maybe the doctor will adjust the sliding scale. My concern is...

  21. Get off the phone

    ArmaniX replied to Rexie's topic in General Nursing

    I usually find it effective to just take the phone out of their hand and hang up for them. But by that time I usually wake up from my

  22. Needle Stick Injury

    ArmaniX replied to mugs's topic in General Nursing

    If you practice safety and follow the guidelines you've been taught on needlestick prevention then you should not get stuck. Be aware of your surroundings and location of sharps at all times. Be...

  23. Did I get lucky to get a huge increase, or was it because of my position?

    ArmaniX replied to cnaman95's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Why don't you question your employer about pay difference between PRN and

  24. Don't feel like I'm getting the hang of this job?

    ArmaniX replied to _Skittles_'s topic in First Year After Licensure

    Remind your coworker nursing is more than a 12hr job. Also, "it's only two dressing changes," he should be able to handle it just fine. The more you nurse the better you'll get. Experience can't be...

  25. Heavily considering change to Day shift

    ArmaniX replied to rearviewmirror's topic in Emergency

    I am in the same boat as you. I am going to ask to be moved to day shift this week. I was recently hired and there exists staff deficits on both shifts. Hoping I get the