MomBSN

MomBSN has 15 years experience.

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1. Patient refusing Hospice

   MomBSN replied to jammycakesRN's topic in Hospice

   This situation reminds me of a conversation I had with a patient's wife just yesterday. The patient and his wife refused the Physician's recommendation for Hospice and opted to have home health involved. Medically, this patient is very appropriate f...

2. Career in administration vs management

   MomBSN replied to Jan_80's topic in Management

   It is great that you have recognized so quickly in your career that which you do not enjoy. Often I see nurses in the same job that they dislike for far too long and they just end up bitter/negative. Thank goodness that nursing offers so many oppor...

3. No orientation?

   MomBSN replied to psysn's topic in Correctional

   Not appropriate even for corrections nursing. This really is not safe nor is it fair to you. Remind them of your new grad status and ask for an extended orientation period. I understand they need warm bodies but they will benefit much more if you ...

4. why is the corrections facility hiring so much?

   MomBSN replied to luckie's topic in Correctional

   While I cannot answer to the specific facility to which you have applied, I would say it is high stress/burnout. The population that you will be serving is a challenging one. Not only must you do the usual nursing duties but you must be aware of yo...

5. Supervising medical assistants

   MomBSN replied to sleepy1010's topic in Management

   in Or, MA's are not governed by the BON...they are not required to even be certified. They do fall under the Provider's license. As for supervision, the licensed nurse supervisory position over the MA. I would suggest reviewing the job description...

6. Those that prefer to work with men

   MomBSN replied to OhioCCRN's topic in General Nursing

   have to say i agree here! i have worked in a male dominated field and oh-my-word...the cattiness ! lol Matter of fact...i use to think women were bad....not so! An even mix of genders seems to keep both in check in my experience

7. Quick tips for nursing students

   MomBSN replied to annaRNC's topic in General Nursing

   Engage yourself...i think the behaviors that make a person appear uninterested are most annoying to me (eg. sitting there the entire time, frequently denying new opportunities of learning something new, a look of disinterest or sitting with your feet...

8. Please,please give me some guidance here...

   MomBSN replied to bluemorningglory's topic in General Nursing

   you received some great advice here... 1. look for a skills checklist, ask for an expected schedule (routine)...if you have an orientation packet this type of info should be included. 2. keep the mindset that you are "learning". when we are learnin...

9. dating at work?

   MomBSN replied to Medsport's topic in Men

   you like animals...how about volunteering? guess what...females like animals too :) As for the conversation...it goes a lot smoother if you are actually interested in what she has to say (when interested, people tend to ask questions). As for...

10. dating at work?

    MomBSN replied to Medsport's topic in Men

    there are plenty more females out there your age... i'd recommend taking up a hobby....joining a sport league (bowling, softball, etc) do something you enjoy...you never know who you might meet just by putting yourself out there

11. Frustrated preceptor

    MomBSN replied to OncRN612's topic in General Nursing

    After precepting several times...i think this is the most solid advice. document your concerns and back it up with the incidents, address it with the coordinator/supervisor, develop a plan (hopefully this includes assessing the NG learning needs) a...

12. Need RN's Advice...

    MomBSN replied to jellybean321's topic in Career Support

    You know, I don't think knowing what you want is a bad thing. If spending time with your family is important then you make it a priority. You are wondering if this is possible in nursing...it is possible. You can get holidays and weekends off, it ...

13. introverted nurses -what is the best job?

    MomBSN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Career Support

    I find that i tend to do best with positions that keep me busy (mentally/physically) and with a fair amount of autonomy. Psych was not my favorite...i found the borderline's exhausting..but who doesnt? :)

14. dating at work?

    MomBSN replied to Medsport's topic in Men

    a couple things come to mind... first, if you are in a position that requires you to supervise aides, the dating could be construed as abuse of power or sexual harassment (or even hostile work environment) Second, any married couples in the company? ...

15. Best Area to Work as a New Nurse?

    MomBSN replied to RN4S22's topic in New Nurse

    the "best" area is dependent on you....your likes, strengths, goals, attitude, etc. Consider which area you enjoyed the most in school and try starting there. Best of luck.