TexasPediRN

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  1. New Grad can't decide which job!

    TexasPediRN replied to amaikiwi's topic in General Nursing

    I'm iffy on the tele position - let me explain why. A 12 hour shift is actually a 12 1/2 hour shift (30 min for lunch). +, you have a hour drive each way. This is assuming you can always get out on...

  2. Did a dumb thing r/t dialysis port

    TexasPediRN replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Yes, you may have messed up, but its not the end of the world. Dialysis nurses draw blood and cultures out of the line ALL the time, so its completely possible to do so. We just let dialysis handle...

  3. Here Comes Ike!

    TexasPediRN replied to HouTx's topic in General Nursing

    Only about 60% of galveston evacuated, according to the mayors speech 15 minutes ago. They have done 12 helicopter evacuations so far. There is a boat 90 miles off shore who lost power, with 22people...

  4. For those who are having trouble finding a job due to the gluts

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

    PeachPie : I think you have a wonderful and positive attitude about the whole situation, so kudos to you! I also live in Houston, and it took me a while to 'get into' the med center. I first moved...

  5. My pockets are overflowing!

    TexasPediRN replied to jsu102's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Two Words: Cargo Pants. And, get a pocket organizer such as this: http://www.webmedbooks.com/mesa/content/productdetail.aspx?upc=11b3c09c-6484-449f-bb8e-d4a617540f16 It keeps everything organized in...

  6. Houston RN pay?

    TexasPediRN replied to worldsas's topic in Texas Nursing

    sicushells: I had complete culture shock moving here. I dont know where you are coming from, but I came from Pennsylvania to Houston. Huge change. As far as being valued goes, I feel that I am from...

  7. Houston RN pay?

    TexasPediRN replied to worldsas's topic in Texas Nursing

    Would be nice though, wouldnt it???

  8. Houston RN pay?

    TexasPediRN replied to worldsas's topic in Texas Nursing

    sorry, should have been more clear. The above poster said anything over 8 hours a day is time and a half for him. I havent seen a hospital down here yet that does that. Now, once you reach over...

  9. Houston RN pay?

    TexasPediRN replied to worldsas's topic in Texas Nursing

    Agree with the above from methy, and just wanted to add, its mostly 12 hour shifts down here that you will find. The last 4 hours are not time and 1/2. They are base pay. Also to echo, it is cheaper...

  10. Texas Children Hospital

    TexasPediRN replied to lifein08's topic in Texas Nursing

    TCH is famous for not calling people back, regardless of how qualified they are. A great nurse that I worked with applied there looking for a new job - it took them over 4 months before contacting...

  11. Patients Going Behind Nurse's Station

    TexasPediRN replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I let them all the time!! But, they are usually below the age of 2 and have no parents with them.. We pull the highchair right up! But an adult, no way! Its a hippa violation big time..I'd say no...

  12. Do you care if they want you to remove your shoes?

    TexasPediRN replied to nurseby07's topic in Home Health

    If the family asks, yes. I always did. (when doing supervisory visits) We had one family where it was cultural. Another who offered to buy house shoes for each nurse, she just didnt want shoes in the...

  13. Which state would be ideal for me??

    TexasPediRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thats where I want to go!!!!!!!!! My mom is there.. I love NC. I'm dying to move there - maybe in 5 years or so..when hubby finishes his degree, and I finish my MSN..and we're ready

  14. Houston RN pay?

    TexasPediRN replied to worldsas's topic in Texas Nursing

    PRN= per diem, as needed. This position never carries benefits, but the pay is higher. Hours are *never* guaranteed and you are first

  15. "Your patient is SO rude!"

    TexasPediRN replied to Megsd's topic in Nursing Humor

    Oh..my.. LOL! How Rude of the aphasic pt not to tell the lab her name!!! How else are they supposed to draw blood, by just looking at the nameband?? Hehehe..wow..some

  16. BP on Pediatric Patient?

    TexasPediRN replied to blinks14's topic in Pediatric

    I'm with spotty. Its BP's q4hours regardless of how old your are. (I also work at a childrens hospital) I would think that especially after surgery, or in the emergency dept that you need to assess...

  17. How do you address your patients?

    TexasPediRN replied to anonymurse's topic in General Nursing

    Oh no! Its one thing for babies..but I dont think I could call an adult peanut or bugaboo! It would be Mrs. Susie/ Mr. John like an above poster said - its a southern thing.. (learned that when I...

  18. How do you address your patients?

    TexasPediRN replied to anonymurse's topic in General Nursing

    Usually they get called peanut, sweetie, bugaboo, etc... Those are just the ones that are under a year old!! Otherwise, first name basis, as my pts are all

  19. Waiting for my NCLEX RN is one thing but 265 questions?

    TexasPediRN replied to labdad1234RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Remember its just a test... Some people get all the questions, others dont. It may be random, and it may be that the computer still isnt able to judge you correctly and you need to get the maximum......

  20. Do You Announce That You're a Nurse?

    TexasPediRN replied to SDS_RN's topic in General Nursing

    This made me laugh - its so true!! My dog had pancreatitis in March - normal treatment NPO and IV fluids. Since the vet knew I was a nurse and we were discussing treatment, he let me take him home...

  21. what jobs in nursing dont require weekends?

    TexasPediRN replied to soroz's topic in General Nursing

    Um... A doctors office...a clinic.. With that being said - are you not willing to work hospital at all? You'd only be required (most places) to work every other weekend, and most shifts are 12 hours...

  22. Neonatal convulsions

    TexasPediRN replied to johan john's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm no NICU nurse.. But a 26 weeker that was only on oxygen? What 26 weeker could breathe on their own? Shouldnt he have been immediately intubated or at least CPAP? Wouldnt the desats and mottling...

  23. what do nurses hate about doctors?

    TexasPediRN replied to futureMD's topic in General Nursing

    i agree with siggie13- thank you for asking this question. i do hope you will carry the responses with you throughout your career. a few points from me ( i work pediatrics imu) * please...

  24. Made Incredibly Easy Books

    TexasPediRN replied to shoebottom's topic in General Students

    Well worth it, in my opinion. I still have a few of them that I keep today. The EKG/ECG one, med surg, and a few others. The dosage calc one is how I finally understood the math behind figuring out...

  25. Well, I'm a dummy!

    TexasPediRN replied to Carmen29's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yuck.. Very true then.. Enjoy the