TexasPediRN

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  1. How many hours can you work in Nursing School?

    TexasPediRN replied to IrishItalianRN's topic in General Nursing

    Personally I worked about 3-4 8 hour shifts a week depending on my school work. Sometimes more, sometimes less. I worked PRN which was a godsend throughout nursing school ( I was a student nurse...

  2. IV Calculation Question!

    TexasPediRN replied to Sweetnlow1's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    It is 140ml per hour and 1000ml will be absorbed in 7.14 hours. when you do these calculations, you always have to round off the decimal- you cant just round it to 7hours. I think the study guide...

  3. Younger Nurses: Do you find people dont take you seriously? (semi-rant)

    TexasPediRN replied to TexasPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    Lol..thats great :) Now I have something to look forward

  4. Younger Nurses: Do you find people dont take you seriously? (semi-rant)

    TexasPediRN replied to TexasPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so glad I'm not the only one who feels this way! Thank you so much to everyone for your responses! Everyone does seem to think I'm around 18 or so..and its just so frustrating! Gail-Anne: I...

  5. Help Needed On Where To Look Next

    TexasPediRN replied to MistyDreamer's topic in Nursing Career

    MistyDreamer: How about home health? It doesnt require the lifting/being on your feet for 12 hours that you had mentioned you dont want to do. I do pediatric home health, and have one patient a day...

  6. how long does it take PA bonto post nclex unoffical results

    TexasPediRN replied to RA4LIFE's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Good Morning :) I had my PA NCLEX results within 48 hours, found on the board of nursing website under license verification. Depending if that second day falls on a Saturday, you may need to wait til...

  7. Whose got back problems?????

    TexasPediRN replied to hbncns35's topic in General Nursing

    I've had a "bad back" since about 10th grade. I see the chiropractor about every 6 weeks for maintence, before my symptoms return. Do you see the chiropractor often enough?? I rarely get pain, unless...

  8. RN's vs. Students @ clinicals

    TexasPediRN replied to NJNursing's topic in General Students

    I'm sorry to hear that you had this situation- there are always the hospitals and nursing staff that just arent good to students, and its sad. We can never get rid of that saying that "nurses eat...

  9. Med-Surg Next: What's your most helpful book

    TexasPediRN replied to anfe's topic in General Students

    I absolutely love all of the Made Incredibly Easy Books, and I do have the Med Surg one still after graduation, I use it for reference occasionally or just to refresh myself on topics I dont remember....

  10. I want out of floor nursing! HELP!

    TexasPediRN replied to satisfymee03's topic in General Nursing

    I work pediatric home health. It still allows you to use your skills (G-button feedings, trach care & trach changes), but its one on one and I love it! Makes me feel like i am making a difference...

  11. Bizarre!!

    TexasPediRN replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    Oriented x3 ( pt is oriented to person/place/and

  12. Pocket Computer users

    TexasPediRN replied to Cntw82BanRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Trust me when I say you will find a PDA as a lifesaver on the floor. Its so much easier to quick look up a drug by typing it its first few letters then to go find the drug book and look it up. our...

  13. Presents for the masses!

    TexasPediRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Homemade cookies, but I do really like the idea of the cookie batter in a jar. You can make it look so neat when its layered! I like to bake, so I make about 7 different types of cookies, and make up...

  14. New Grad and Med/Surg...

    TexasPediRN replied to kimmie23's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Always ask questions if you arent sure. and No question is ever stupid. These are my words of wisdom to any new grad :) med surg is fast paced, so just be organized , write...

  15. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton anyone?

    TexasPediRN replied to jenna3uc's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I used to live in wilkesbarre until i moved to texas (hugeee change) I went to college misericordia and worked at a hospital in Scranton, I didnt mind the area, it wasnt too bad. I do have to say...

  16. Can't work til February.... what to do?

    TexasPediRN replied to analee23's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The job offer sounds wonderful- congrats! I agree with the above poster, work per diem for a nursing home. Most agencys wont hire new grads, or those with less then I think 10 months working as a...

  17. Number of classes per semester

    TexasPediRN replied to olanurse2be's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I've had 18 credits, 5 classes every semester that I was in nursing school. If you think 4 is what you can handle, then I say stick with 4 classes. Yes, 5 is hard, but it allowed me to get my BSN as...

  18. Where to get my books in Bham for my A&P 1 class?

    TexasPediRN replied to 09RN's topic in Alabama Nursing

    http://www.half.com Lots of books! I sell books there, but its a great place to go and get new or used books. Good

  19. I need med help PLEASE!!!

    TexasPediRN replied to SinfulCNA27's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I recommend Webmd.com They usually have all of the drugs. I also use Discoveryhealth.com ; which has a section on drugs as well as an interaction checker. Good luck! Just type the drug name in...

  20. permitted to work as RN nurse on other States w/o taking their NCLEX?

    TexasPediRN replied to Mikelsperez's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'd say to check with each states Board of Nursing, b/c its all different. I dont know if you dont have to take the NCLEX again for all states, but I moved and transfered my license from PA- TX...

  21. Last minute Prep prior to NCLEX-RN

    TexasPediRN replied to Cntw82BanRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First of all. Good luck on Saturday! Second of all..dont study anymore! You will only make yourself even more stressed out. A Few tips: * Go to bed early the night before *Wake up early, and eat a...

  22. took NCLEX rn 4 hrs ago...i think im a moron

    TexasPediRN replied to xanxdo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Everyone feels like they failed. Its normal. Dont worry about it and dont

  23. Where to find a pink lab coat?

    TexasPediRN replied to LittleCatB's topic in General Nursing

    So glad you found one!!! I've ordered from lydias many times, you cant beat those prices!! I'm sure she'll love it

  24. I need shoes recommendation...NO CLOGS ALLOWED

    TexasPediRN replied to Nathalie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Easy Spirits- sold at JCPENNEY or online, http://www.easyspirits.com They are like walking on a cloud- my feet feel so good in them! they run about 45-50ish on sale..but they are really

  25. my boyfriend CNA/my issues with him dealing with human bodies

    TexasPediRN replied to lena11's topic in Men in Nursing

    Just a thought, and I dont mean this to sound rude- but this is his job. He's not having intimate contact with these residents, he's just doing his job bathing them and such..theres a huge difference...