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Been there,done that has 33 years experience as a ASN, RN.

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  1. Been there,done that

    Emergency department but nicu experience

    Been there,done that replied to Kellz's topic in General Nursing

    Of course apply ! If you don't ask... the answer will always be no.
  2. Been there,done that

    Potential Risks Associated with Contamination in IV Medication Administration

    Been there,done that replied to Manjeet's topic in General Nursing

    So what if there were a few drops left. Consider the risk for contamination with all the futzing after.
  3. Been there,done that

    Am I going to regret my decision?

    Been there,done that replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing

    you have posited this question several times. What answer are you looking for? Seem you already regret it.
  4. Been there,done that

    Have to quit to care for parents

    Been there,done that replied to nursechrissyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Are there no other family members that could help with care? Does your family member have insurance for placement? I'm sure your loved one does not want to see you lose your job. Consider FMLA. 13 weeks could help.
  5. Been there,done that

    Older Nurse no BSN needs advice

    Been there,done that replied to Jon C RN 2024's topic in General Nursing

    Are you sure you are blacklisted? If so, who are you going to use for references? Maybe think outside the box. At 61, it is hard to stand on your feet for hours. Consider private duty. Also working for an insurance company. Good luck.
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    New car discounts for RNs in New York State?

    Been there,done that replied to Bernard D's topic in General Nursing

    I have been offered a nurse's discount on car insurance. It was not a good deal. Just a come on.
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    help! Australia nurse to Nevada, OB requirement

    Been there,done that replied to vivi123's topic in General Nursing

    YOU do not tell the board anything. You ask the board how to satisfy their requirement. In the US, 20 % of my studies was in OB. There were many questions on the NCLEX regarding OB.
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    What made you quit?

    Been there,done that posted a topic in General Nursing

    I quit a job after I was written up and suspended for three days. I had politely asked an agency nurse to answer her patient's call light. She responded with "I've been doing stuff since I got here". Came across the unit and shoved me. I was suspend...
  9. Been there,done that

    Efficient assessment and med routine?

    Been there,done that replied to Sjcappello's topic in General Nursing

    I started my shift by eyeballing my peeps. Needed to make sure they were okay. Then check their labs and vital signs. Then AM med pass with a full assessment . Worked for me for many years.
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    RN work as an LVN mil spouse

    Been there,done that replied to nsyncope's topic in General Nursing

    A three year gap can cause problems in the future. Most employers won't even look at you. HR at the base knows this and are low balling you. Work the minimum hours. Check into getting your UK license while you do that.
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    So scared - Turning me into the BON for "failure to report the act"?

    Been there,done that replied to RnAmy2000's topic in General Nursing

    Paranoia strikes deep. What is APS?
  12. Been there,done that

    LPN or RN school?

    Been there,done that replied to Yadayada's topic in General Nursing

    If you are accepted to a BSN school.. take it. You will make MUCH more money in the long run.
  13. Been there,done that

    Medication Order

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse1282's topic in General Nursing

    "merely triated"? I don't titrate narcs... that is prescribing.
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    UK trained paeds Nurse wanting to work in the US

    Been there,done that replied to sophiemills25's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to move to Atlanta, contact the Georgia BON and see what you need to get licensed.
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    I can't find my happiness in nursing.

    Been there,done that replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing

    Float pool is extremely difficult. I did it with 25 years of experience and had a hard time. You have enough experience to get a remote job . Research insurance companies.