DCCCRNn2005

DCCCRNn2005

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  1. preceptor problems (long sorry)

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I need some advice. First off I may be way too sensitive about this, but as you gathered from the title I am having problems with my preceptor. I am a new grad (may, licensed in June) in July I...

  2. running close on time

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in Travel

    Need some advice, getting ready for my third assignment. Had no problems getting things togther with my last two assignments. I was hoing to start in a new assignment next monday, I'm done on thursday...

  3. Help me choose a city by the water?

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to nur2007sing's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I'm a traveler from the piedmont of NC, but I just finished up an assignment in New Bern, NC at Craven Regional Hospital. It's a beautiful area, and the people there are awesome. The town sits right...

  4. Traveling with husband

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to robpritc's topic in Travel

    just finishing up my first travel assignment, and dragging my husband of almost 2 years along. WE LOVE IT!!! We get to be on vacation 4 days a week (I work 3 12s) We are enjoying every minute and plan...

  5. basic needs

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in Travel

    I am getting ready to start my first travel assignment, for 13 weeks. My husband will be traveling with me. (non-RN) I'll be at least 4 hours from my home, and I was just wondering if anyone could...

  6. Probably a repeat question about a new grad...

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to WDWpixieRN's topic in Travel

    most of the companies i've looked into require at least one year of experience in acute care. But the more the better. You need to make sure you are comfortable with your skills before setting out in...

  7. getting started in Travel Nursing

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in Travel

    I am so excited about getting started in traveling!!! I am a reletively new nurse, only been working about a year and a half. But I am very unhappy in my current job and was looking for a way out. A...

  8. Pay cut vs. Power

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hey there ya'll! I need some advice. I am a relatively new nurse, graduated May 2005. I have been working on my unit since I graduated and got out of orientation. My current schedule includes days,...

  9. Pay cut vs. Power

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to DCCCRNn2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I seem to have misquoted by using "power" in my post. And others were right I should have replaced that with responsibility. I don't want the position so I can flaunt amongst the unit thinking I am...

  10. need career advice

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Kinda long, Sorry, Okay I graduated may 2005, I immediately started working at the outpatient dialysis center that I have been at since I started my last year in school. The manager knew when the...

  11. need career advice

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to DCCCRNn2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was in no way thinking that I wanted to be in charge, all I want is to go in, take care of the pt.'s and be done. I don't want to supervise (not ready yet) The only reason i put in the comment about...

  12. I can taste that

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to monkeyman1000's topic in MICU, SICU

    i had a few pt.'s say that to me the other week but before that i had never heard of anyone tasting iv fluids kinda wierd

  13. Na Na Na Na Na (raspberry!) :D

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know that I shouldn't laugh at others but this was a little personal victory of mine that I need to share. This made my day. About 2 years ago I worked in a nursing home as a CNA while I was in...

  14. Comfortable Nursing shoes

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to newmom27's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'm not a LPN, but can I say, go for the crocs!!! I am telling you, you will not be sorry. 12 hours and no sore feet, believe me, I love mine I wear them all the time (cleaning after I leave the...

  15. Learning Rhythms

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Has anyone found a book or website that helps in learning rhythms? I'm a new grad, that works in step-down ICU and I feel somewhat comfortable with interpreting but would like some practice. J/W if...

  16. how many of you get others to open "THE ENVELOPE"?

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to noele1213's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I didn't have a choice as to whether I wanted to open the "did I get in envelope." I was dressed up ready to go to the prom when the mail came. I didn't want to spoil the night if I didn't get in to I...

  17. Hormone Weight loss injections

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to DCCCRNn2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks siri and islandgirl those links helped out

  18. Hormone Weight loss injections

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Has anyone ever heard of these yet? They are supposed to be I believe Hcg (pregnancy hormone). I had a pt. ask me about them the other day. I have a friend who has been on them a lost alot of weight,...

  19. first day out of oritentation

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    My first day out on my own is going to be on Tuesday. 7a-7p and all me. I've had a good education, and a great preceptor who has weened me away. But still it's the fact that I'll be alone, all...

  20. first day out of oritentation

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to DCCCRNn2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    just a update, this week went very well. It was hard doing 3 12's in a row but i made it through. My main thing is the little things, like making sure all my orders are done, (I mean I catch the big...

  21. Any experience with Micronor?

    DCCCRNn2005 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was put on Micronor (estrogen free) BC pills in August. The combo pills were running my BP up through the roof. (not good for anyone especially at 21yo) Well anyway I haven't had a period since...

  22. Nursing and Piercings

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to futureTMA's topic in General Nursing

    I have several piercings in my ears, but the only one i usually wear is my tragus (for those who don't know that little flap that's connected to your head in the middle of the ear) One of the techs...

  23. RNs, What do you think about "too posh to wash"?

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to DZcarrie's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    1. do you delegate your basic care to cna's? 2. what area of nursing are you in and what is a typical nurse/pt ratio? 3. how do you feel about delegating out work? and any other thoughts on the...

  24. Let's introduce ourselves...

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to pedi-RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm Mandy, RN!!! I took boards on June 1st and passed with 75 questions!!! Got married on June 11th! I've been working prn in out patient dialysis for about a year as a tech, and I'm staying on prn as...

  25. How much do your PCT's do?

    DCCCRNn2005 replied to Nurseinthemaking's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I have found that PCT's make me nervous too. I worked as one for several months before sitting for boards, but it wasn't until I had that license that I realized how precious it is. Techs just don't...