RxOnly

RxOnly

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RxOnly has 4 years experience and specializes in Psych/Substance Abuse, Ambulatory Care.


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  1. Patients who ask if you got a flu shot

    I have several legitimate reasons for not getting a flu shot, but it's not about me. I want to focus on the patient and not about my own reasons. Unfortunately many of my patients are a little nosey sometimes which makes that difficult.
  2. Patients who ask if you got a flu shot

    Thanks for this- that was the point of my question: what to say to turn it back to the patient because it's not about me. I might try adding your quote to my usual script.
  3. For those of you that elect not to receive the Flu vaccine, how do you respond to those nosey patients who ask "Did YOU get a Flu shot this year?" ...I don't feel like I should have to lie and say yes, but I don't want to cause a great debate. They w...
  4. The New Grads I Know...

    I think I know what hospital you are talking about! One that recently changed ownership?? If it's the one I'm thinking of then you made a great choice!
  5. The New Grads I Know...

    @CapeCodMermaid, if you mean you're in management, I'd be glad to have you as my boss any day. I find myself "liking" a lot of your posts on this site (we have similar opinions!) Are you in LTC? I think a lot of nurses overlook LTC because of all the...
  6. Advice for dealing with addicts?

    I don't know if it's a regional thing, but south of Boston the kids call them "Johnny's" or "Johnny Rottens" Neurontin is one of the most abused non-controlled substances around here. One night shift, I even heard a guy sharing a recipe for a "Southi...
  7. The New Grads I Know...

    I'll repost it if one of the admins don't switch it over! They're usually good about that stuff :)
  8. A Phone Call

    Totally cried when I read this. Great story! I'm glad they got to chat with each other!
  9. Advice for dealing with addicts?

    Girl, I could have written the same post. When I worked detox on the night shift, I was lucky enough to at least have another nurse to back me up. I never tolerated shouting or demands. My response was always "I have doctor's orders that I have to a...
  10. The New Grads I Know...

    The New Grads I know in MA got jobs in the following areas: Pediatric office (two RNs) Methadone Clinic (one RN) Detox facility (three RNs and two LPNs) "Adult Day Care" (LPN) Home Health (one RN and one LPN) Something they all had in common is that ...
  11. New grad just hired- have to choose which unit I want

    This. Sometimes you just "know" ...do you remember any of the nurses on those floors? Was there an especially welcoming unit? Go with that one. And congrats on being brand new with so many choices!!
  12. It's definitely proper to send one after the interview, just like you did (might have helped you stand out and get the job! congrats!). It isn't necessary, in terms of etiquette, to send one after the offer, unless you feel like there is someone in p...
  13. I think your first thank you note was enough. Thank them again in person when you start training :) If you are REALLY itching to send another thank-you, I highly doubt they will rescind your offer due to over-enthusiasm :)
  14. When does it get better??

    Everyone is different, but it seems like I always hear "Give it a good year to really get comfortable..." I may not be much help, but from reading your post I get the sense that you are a bright, diligent, conscientious person and that you are gettin...
  15. What is Your Expected Rate of Pay?

    I'd have put $30 as well. Especially knowing people who have started at the same facility at the same rate, it's perfectly reasonable! Putting $36 might make someone in HR think "she expects top pay and we're looking for someone who will accept less"...