ellescorpio

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  1. how to manage multiple patients on L & D

    ellescorpio replied to SpudID's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I work in a busy labor and delivery and often have to take 3 and on really bad days 4 patients. I try to chart in the same order each time so that I don't forget anything. I always write my...

  2. plantar fasciitis ouch!

    ellescorpio replied to ann945n's topic in General Nursing

    I had problems with plantar fasciitis too and I bought a pair of z-coil shoes and I could tell a difference within a week. I have been wearing them for a few months now and I don't have anymore...

  3. Thank you cards?

    ellescorpio replied to ShannaRN's topic in General Nursing

    This site helped me maybe it will help you http://www.career.vt.edu/JOBSEARC/thankyou.htm My thought is when in doubt send a card, it always looks good! Also make sure you mention something specific...

  4. NCLEX Stress

    ellescorpio replied to TLC RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, I only studied for two weeks. But that is ALL I did, I studied 98 hours when I totaled it all up. I did 3000 questions and I took the HURST review in that two week period. The HURST is...

  5. average study time

    ellescorpio replied to dazed_n_confused's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well, I took the test Monday June 5th and got my early results today, and I passed! I Studied for 2 weeks took the awesome HURST review! I did 3000 questions, which I really feel helped a lot. My...

  6. NCLEX Stress

    ellescorpio replied to TLC RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I PASSED!!!!!!!!! I got my early results this morning and boy were they worth the

  7. NCLEX Stress

    ellescorpio replied to TLC RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I feel the same way. I am scheduled to take the exam on June 5th. Less than a week away now. :chair: I feel like I am going go crazy waiting and I don't know how to use the time I have left most...

  8. Sign-up:Nurse Education Loan Repayment Program by March 30,06 deadline

    ellescorpio replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I have looked at the website for the NELRP, but I am a little confused. I graduate in May 2006. I start work at a qualifying facility in June 2006. When do I apply for this program, do I wait until...

  9. Could She still be a nurse and...

    ellescorpio replied to NurCrystal22's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure, but at my school in TX we fill out a declaration form. As long as he is honest from my understanding it should not be a problem. It becomes a problem if he tries to lie/hide his hx....

  10. How in the world do you make it in CA?

    ellescorpio replied to IndyGypsyNurse's topic in California Nursing

    Have you researched TX nursing conditions? Are you aware of the patient to nurse ratios? Most of my clinical experiences have been with nurses who have 7 or more patients. Nurses are not treated...

  11. How in the world do you make it in CA?

    ellescorpio replied to IndyGypsyNurse's topic in California Nursing

    I know how much the rent is, I am a research coordinator. I research everything. I am married. We have enough money saved right now, we COULD buy a house if we wanted to. My husband is going to...

  12. How in the world do you make it in CA?

    ellescorpio replied to IndyGypsyNurse's topic in California Nursing

    USFguy, I wish you the best . I really do. It sounds like you have had enough of CA, and I understand that. I feel the same way about TX. I am not going to get into a word fight with you. It just...

  13. How in the world do you make it in CA?

    ellescorpio replied to IndyGypsyNurse's topic in California Nursing

    I live in TX. I am moving to CA. I am sorry to say but I have a feeling USFguy has not spent enough time in TX. The weather especially in Houston is hot and humid. They have awful pollution....

  14. Considering moving to Sacramento CA, advice?

    ellescorpio posted a topic in California Nursing

    I graduate nursing school in one year. I live in TX now, and I want to move to CA. I have researched the cost of living difference, but I think real people can put a better picture to reality than...

  15. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    ellescorpio replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Most important of all NEVER NEVER NEVER try to involve your home health nurse in a menage a trois by having your wife stand blocking the doorway talking dirty while you attempt to rub your genitals...

  16. Considering moving to Sacramento CA, advice?

    ellescorpio replied to ellescorpio's topic in California Nursing

    Wow! Thanks for all the great advice and information! It has all really

  17. Considering moving to Sacramento CA, advice?

    ellescorpio replied to ellescorpio's topic in California Nursing

    Thanks, for the advice. Considering the cost of living and pay, since I won't be able to buy for a while, would you recommend living somewhere like San Francisco? San Francisco was my original...

  18. How in the world do you make it in CA?

    ellescorpio replied to IndyGypsyNurse's topic in California Nursing

    I don't know what you are looking for....but I doubt TX has it....It's almost always hot and humid.....generally people are very close-minded....no offense to fellow texans. I am willing to tell you...

  19. I am man, I wonder if I can be a nurse

    ellescorpio replied to cgzca's topic in California Nursing

    I am in nursing school and I respect and enjoy working with the guys in my program. They are great, they get more respect sometimes just because they are men. I notice doctors seem to respect them...