Mkakids

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  1. RN to patient ratio on Comprehensive Stroke Certified units

    Mkakids replied to Rin287's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    We are a stroke and tele floor in a Chicago suburb. Days is 4-6:1, but usually 4-5:1 (regardless of whether they are new strokes or not). Nights are 5-8:1, usually 5-6:1 Day cnas are 8-12:1 and night...

  2. CNAs starting IVs

    Mkakids replied to BSMSCCRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    We were not even taught IV starts in nursing school - its definitely not an RN only

  3. Opening medication packs

    Mkakids replied to gmiz1's topic in General Nursing

    Blister pack openers exist?! Seriously?! I've been mumbling to myself for MONTH that I have to invent one so I can open those god damned packs easier! I dont think anyone would mind - whatever...

  4. New Grad Nurse - NIGHT SHIFT ONLY

    Mkakids replied to mjm0427's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a new grad, and I love night shift. I like to do 2 in a row, then off a few days, then 2 more,

  5. A friend bought her degree from the Philippines.

    Mkakids replied to thatgirlisangel's topic in General Nursing

    We were required to pass patho prior to even applying into my ADN

  6. Preceptor is SO BAD!

    Mkakids replied to Guest606's topic in General Nursing

    Why was taking prescription med in front of you so bad? Would have felt the same way if she popped a beta blocker, dilantin, or tylenol? Or were you just upset because it was Adderall? Many nurses...

  7. Why do RNs choose to work in nursing homes?

    Mkakids replied to usethehaldol's topic in General Nursing

    The pay is marginally better in my area - about $3 to $5 more an hour. Other than that, I have no

  8. How Do You Fit In 30mins Of Exercise In Your Work Day?

    Mkakids replied to RegenerativeNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I do 25 counter push ups everytime I go in the med room, and 30 body weight squats every time I have to get something from our supply room. I work 12's overnight, and generally only get about 6k steps...

  9. Can I be a nurse without majoring in BSN?

    Mkakids replied to 4pplepie99's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ADNs actually take 3 to 3.5 years in total. The nusing classes span 2 years, but hou also have several prereqs to take, which can take 2 to 3 semesters to

  10. How often do you wash your scrubs? :)

    Mkakids replied to RNinheart's topic in General Nursing

    There are a few nurses at work who do this... they take off their shoes in the breakroom, and keep them in a box in their locker. They then put on their street shoes and walk through the breakroom,...

  11. Cleaning patients after bowel movements.

    Mkakids replied to Kidsrablast's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, so a real answer for the OP. Generally speaking, at my facility, we have 4 cleaning options. Toilet paper, disposable wash clothes which are good for mostly formed or kinda mushy/thin, but not...

  12. Cleaning patients after bowel movements.

    Mkakids replied to Kidsrablast's topic in General Nursing

    Right? This is when the pool of liquid feces (g tube feedings, anyone?) not only squishes up to near their shoulders, it also reaches their ankles, soils a brand new surgical dressing from their very...

  13. What city do you work in and how much do you get paid hourly?

    Mkakids replied to Mortaaaay's topic in General Nursing

    Chicago, $30.05 new grad starting pay. 12% night differential, $10/hr bump to pick up

  14. Should I divorce my husband

    Mkakids replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    I think a deck of cards from the hospital would be HYSTERICAL. Much better than the nasty, stale cookies they gave

  15. I just failed my NCLEX...

    Mkakids replied to LilUZT's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just took it June 19, and passed. I used UWorld and the mark klimek audio lectures. I studied for 2 weeks, about 2 hours a day. I did all of the UWorld questions available, read through the...

  16. Can a CNA be a PCT?

    Mkakids replied to CNA_R's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my area CNA is equal to a PCT (and

  17. In a perfect world, how would YOU like to see nursing education improved?

    Mkakids replied to WestCoastSunRN's topic in General Nursing

    In my ADN program, the clinical instructor had a group of 5 to 8 students that they supervised on the same unit every day. We were expected to pass (and discuss) meds with them, demonstrate/discuss...

  18. Is it like this everywhere now?

    Mkakids replied to Forest2's topic in General Nursing

    Speaking for my hospital (just outside of Chicago), we hire ADN RN's and DO NOT require them to return for a bsn. It is encouraged, but I know at least 2 dozen ADNs who have been working there for...

  19. The Nursing School to Welfare Pipeline

    Mkakids replied to panurse9999's topic in General Nursing

    I think it majorly depends on what you are willing to do to get hired. I'm in a suburb of chicago. I was just pinned on Wednesday from an ADN program. I already have 4 job offers (2 tele, 1 ICU,...

  20. Just completed RN to BSN less than 6 months

    Mkakids replied to tlkSTL's topic in Western Governors University

    Is your GPA out of a 4.0

  21. Just completed RN to BSN less than 6 months

    Mkakids replied to tlkSTL's topic in Western Governors University

    Can I ask what the effects WGU has had on your GPA? I've heard it can bring GPA down, and was wondering just how much? I currently have a 3.8 and will graduate from an ADN program in May. I'm...

  22. Bathing and Showering Systems in Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Centers

    Mkakids replied to Naser001's topic in General Nursing

    There is a private bathroom with shower in every room in our hospital. All rooms are private. 240 rooms, so 240 bathrooms with

  23. Question for CNA salary

    Mkakids replied to BUBBAJOE98's topic in General World

    Brand new CNA in chicago at a large hospital - $12.40 days, $13.50 evenings and $14 over

  24. Telemetry patient ratio

    Mkakids replied to styx876's topic in General Nursing

    Im not sure about CA, but Im in IL on a stroke /tele floor (we also get dialysis, post ops, wounds, ETOH, etc...) and our day ratio is supposed to be 4:1, but is usually

  25. Assignment for nursing school needing constructive criticism!

    Mkakids replied to NurseNerual's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    "Question 13: How does HIPAA and social media play an important role in nursing? 13. Social media is a wide open platform where anyone who has access to your page can see all of your posts and if...