Patricia116

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1. Question about tuition reimbursement at hospitals

   Patricia116 replied to MJ-12's topic in General Nursing

   My hospital pays $1000.00 annually for fulltime employees in good standing, and $500.00 for parttime employees. There is no provision for PRN nurses. You must obtain a grade of C or better in undergraduate coursework and a B or better in graduate cou...

2. Promethazine IV Question

   Patricia116 replied to PMercier's topic in Safety

   Conversely, it is not uncommon for elderly patients to become nearly comatose following 12.5 mg IV of phenergan. In view of these unpredictable results, I agree, it would be better to consider an alternate antiemetic for the elderly patient.

3. Floating

   Patricia116 replied to Patricia116's topic in CCU

   Thanks to all of you who have replied to my post. As requested, I would like to update you on how things are going on my unit. The Clinical Manager held a staff meeting on Monday and effective immediately we are a "closed unit". PCAs may still be fl...

4. 2/4/09: Nursing Activism Primer-- Legislation, Lobbying/ Contacting Elected Officials

   Patricia116 replied to sanakruz's topic in Activism

   Thank you, funnygirl_rn, I appreciate your comments. I am in total agreement with your observations. I was just thinking, after reading your post, that Nurses' Week would be a great time to organize a mini-march. Unfortunate that we have such a sho...

5. 2/4/09: Nursing Activism Primer-- Legislation, Lobbying/ Contacting Elected Officials

   Patricia116 replied to sanakruz's topic in Activism

   Thank you, funnygirl_rn, I appreciate your comments. I am in total agreement with your observations. I was just thinking, after reading your post, that Nurses' Week would be a great time to organize a mini-march. Unfortunate that we have such a sho...

6. Diprivan question

   Patricia116 replied to New CCU RN's topic in CCU

   Another point to remember when using Diprivan with an obese patient, to avoid excessive dosing, the patient's ideal weight should be used to adjust dosage according to the manufacturer of Propofol.

7. Professional Respect

   Patricia116 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism

   Cindylouwho , you do not have to listen to it. Tell your supervisor that you will not tolerate the verbal abuse. Document each and every incident carefully. If the behavior does not stop, draft a memo to her supervisor. If the behavior continues, you...

8. 2/4/09: Nursing Activism Primer-- Legislation, Lobbying/ Contacting Elected Officials

   Patricia116 replied to sanakruz's topic in Activism

   Hi mattsmom81, always nice to meet other outspoken and strong-willed nurses. I am convinced that blacklisting is more prevalent than some would like to believe. I have personal knowledge of an excellent CCRN credentialed nurse who was at constant o...

9. Floating

   Patricia116 posted a topic in CCU

   I am a critical care nurse working in CCU. I know that "floating" is a necessary evil for nurses; however, I would like your opinion on a couple of issues related to floating. Our unit is going to be meeting to develop solutions and your input would ...

10. 2/4/09: Nursing Activism Primer-- Legislation, Lobbying/ Contacting Elected Officials

    Patricia116 replied to sanakruz's topic in Activism

    Ajack, I don't think you are paranoid at all. I am certain it happens(blacklisting). Independent thinking and the courage to speak your mind are not attributes that are sought after in the current Nursing job market.