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

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    Humiliated and scared

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

    What counsel? Op was found asleep. Immediate reason for dismissal.
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    NY License and Moral Character

    Been there,done that replied to nicole1934's topic in General Nursing

    Before you start any nursing classes, you need to ask the BON.
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    Nursing mixed Emotions

    Been there,done that replied to Hannah. H's topic in Pre-Nursing

    You have a long way to go before you are a nurse. Right now you are just fulfilling your pre requisites. I do not know what program you could apply to. Speak with a counselor.Your nursing goals are scattered. Many of us have done 12 hour shifts with ...
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    PRN / Full time/ pros and cons

    Been there,done that replied to BethrnGA2CO's topic in General Nursing

    Why are you wanting more flexibility? Full time and PTO is a pretty good gig. I am assuming your current position covers your kids health care coverage until age 26. Have you done the math as to what THAT is worth?
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    Sending resident to ER without a providers order.

    Been there,done that replied to Davyd0322's topic in General Nursing

    "Could anyone tell me the laws " No we can't.. we are nurses not lawyers. DON sounds like an idiot. You did the right thing The resident required a full work up STAT. .
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    Question about IV piggyback

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

    The correct answer is whatever your preceptor is teaching you,
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    OCD and nursing

    Been there,done that replied to nurselife_033's topic in General Nursing

    This is a minor incident. What do you think could happen to the patient? Appears your OCD is significant. You are going to overthink everything.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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...