TexasPediRN

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  1. how to delegate

    i'm going to split this up into 2 parts and hope that this helps you.. i hope this helps you somewhat!
  2. What to say?

    I think that you need to write her up as well as have a talk with the NM about her. I think you need to tell her that you expect her to perform her job and to not leave things undone. That you all...
  3. I graduated nursing school when I was 21 years old - for the last 2 years of nursing school I worked at least 2-3 shifts a week as a student nursing assistant. If I did not have clinical or class the...
  4. Missing Clincials??

    Just a thought.. There are different clinical schedules at each school. Some students could have clinical Mon/Wed, others Sat/Sun. If you let the instructor know in advance, you may be able to switch...
  5. Did you see this on the Today Show?

    I wasnt going to respond until I saw their website.. I think that volunteering is one thing, but asking for donations is a whole other category. Yes, you are going to get many donations such as...
  6. Sit the last one out? Mulling this over....

    I think you know the answer to this question.. Dont do it. Its one more clinical day - you may learn something amazing, plus it shows that you are commited to the program and nursing itself. If you...
  7. ever use a 'Zaky'?

    My hospital got a donation of them about 1 month ago. I dont think we've used any. I think they are the oddest things ever!!! They look so funny and I cant imagine giving a child a "hand" to lay...
  8. Nursing Student with miscarriage question????

    I'm so sorry for your loss.. Please remember we cannot give medical advice on this board, and I suggest you contact your OB/GYN as they are best qualified to give you the answers you are searching...
  9. Dont know how to decide :( Help

    I dont know how to help you decide..but I have some opinions and some concerns. Assuming these are 12 hour shifts: Hospital A: This now turns into a 14 1/2 hour shift including driving time - you'll...
  10. low o2 sats after ORIF?

    Anesthesia or meds? Thats my best
  11. My 1st NICU interview!!!!

    well lilibug..... i am awaiting to hear how it went - i do hope you get the job and that it went well! you sound just so excited and that you would be a perfect fit in the nicu. although i dont work...
  12. Confused with lots of ???

    yes, this is a private duty job. however, i work for a home health agency and i do private duty (peds) nursing. some home health agencies do visit nursing, others do 1 shift per day, which is what you...
  13. Is it true!?

    :balloons:CONGRATS!!!!!:balloons:
  14. What brand/type of shoe should I get?

    Just to add another brand into the mix of our favorite shoes.. I have an addiction to Easy Spirits. When I wear them, I feel like I am walking on a cloud - no painful feet for me after a 12 hour...
  15. Just remember, the number of questions you get has nothing to do with your ability to pass/fail. Also, nobody feels good about their NCLEX after they take it! You can pass/fail with 75, 265, or any...
  16. "Customer service" and nursing

    I was about to respond....but this sums it up perfectly! Well
  17. Hours changing as child becomes an adult.

    Are you talking about private duty nursing hours ? (insurance or medicaid) Your question is slightly vague and the only thing I can think of is
  18. My 1st NICU interview!!!!

    Good luck on your interview!! The questions I have always gotten from the nurse manager are: Tell me a little about yourself? and What are your strengths? and What are you...
  19. Houston Nursing Schools

    Ok question... Can't you just retake the HESI??? Why change schools?? Most of the time, if you change schools you have to complete a certain number of credits there before you can graduate. IE) you...
  20. Just a comment.. You are still a student. So, for an LPN, a nurse, to be taking assignment/orders from a student is kind of odd to me. We were never allowed to delegate until we were a nurse. Your...
  21. What is in your lunch box?

    *grins* Everybody at work thinks this too... I save my snacks for when I am home!! Candys/Cookies give me quick energy, but I loose it, well, quickly! I'd rather have a steady stream of energy at...
  22. Help on pedi assessments

    Yes, that fast heart rate! Its actually easier to get a babies heart rate when they are calm, or if they are sleeping. My trick to it was (if the baby was awake), so smile and talk to them while I...
  23. Leaving it at work - Germs

    I would actually recommend talking to the above mentioned family member/friends doctor (with their permission of course!) That would be the best route to take as those Dr's are familiar with...
  24. What is in your lunch box?

    My lunch varies- Tuna fish sandwich, leftovers, soup, chicken pot pies (the only frozen meal I ever bring), chef salad with eggs, etc. Snack wise - I get "low on energy" around 10am. I slice up an...
  25. Hello everyone! So, I've wanted to go back to school for a while, to get my masters degree. I already have my RN, BSN. However, I'm still relatively new to Texas and did not go to nursing school...