BadBird BSN, RN

BadBird is a BSN, RN and specializes in Critical Care.

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1. I need direction!

   BadBird replied to mridaho's topic in General Nursing

   Are you graduating with a BSN or MSN? You will need that for management.

2. Does It Ever Change

   BadBird replied to gcja's topic in General Nursing

   The first year you have so much self doubt, with gained experience comes confidence. After a year you should have developed a better handle on coordinating care, knowing when a patient needs something not ordered by a doctor, etc... Think of it li...

3. Does nursing school go by fast?

   BadBird replied to FNPhopeful's topic in General Students

   I thought it would never end !!! Of course I had to work full time and raise 2 small children while going through a divorce. Now 11 yrs. later I am back in school for my BSN and I can't wait for it to be over too. One thing I can say is that I neve...

4. An ethical question.

   BadBird replied to workingforskies's topic in General Nursing

   I think she did the right thing reporting the DUI, do you want her running into your family and possibly killing them?

5. want to help out a friend BUT.....

   BadBird replied to hhrhrn41's topic in General Nursing

   If she was really your friend then she would not put you in a situation where you could lose your job and nursing license. Report her, don't feel guilty.

6. Am I Too Nervous????

   BadBird replied to brown eyed girl's topic in General Nursing

   Sounds like normal growing/learning pains. Good luck to you.

7. Anybody here used Mckesson/Cerner/Meditech systems?

   BadBird replied to perseus29's topic in Informatics

   Yup, I used all the above. Cerner was my least favorite, it could have been the software purchased though.

8. sorry, i have to vent, I am losing my MIND!!!

   BadBird replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

   Many years ago I was in your shoes, only my ex did not work !!! The best thing I did for myself and kids was divorce him, I never regretted it. My only regret was trying to hold on to a failing marriage. I wish you luck, only you know how much s$$...

9. Hard Decisions to Make....

   BadBird replied to mchanrice's topic in General Nursing

   So sorry for you loss. Why not take some time for yourself, grieve however you grieve and don't add any more stress right now. I wish you much success no matter what you decide. Remember, you are never too old for education.

10. 12 hour shifts

    BadBird replied to 1972's topic in Safety

    Three 12 hr. shifts are great, but when they mix 8 hrs shifts in and want you to work extra it is a major burn out.

11. What to do when... Patient stinks...

    BadBird replied to CRNAhopefulguy's topic in General Students

    Sounds like a good candidate for a rectal bag, the diarrhea will be contained and your I/O's will be accurate. In addition your patients skin will be protected.

12. How can this be legal?

    BadBird replied to sweetcheekers's topic in General Nursing

    Bring your employee handbook so the judge can read it, probably would not believe you if he did not read it for himself. That is ridiclious! I too work nights and got summoned for Jury duty, I gave a copy of my summons to my employer. I will get ...

13. mandatory to stay over after your shift?

    BadBird replied to johnson0424's topic in Geriatric

    This happens occasionally where I work too. Mgmt. will ask if anyone wants to stay first some do which is a relief but when you are mandated after working a 12 hr. night shift it is just plain unsafe. This is one reason we will never get magnet st...

14. Graduate nurse in may 06, moving to Pittsburgh and need help

    BadBird replied to BSNmay13's topic in Pennsylvania

    The best kept secret in Pittsburgh is the VA ! They need 20 nurses to open a new ICU and are willing to train. I think there is a sign on bonus too. If you have your nursing license in any state the VA will honor it so you won't need a PA license ...

15. VA Nursing

    BadBird replied to nrsjo's topic in General Nursing

    I work for the VA in Pittsburgh, it is the best nursing job I ever had. Pay is good, cost of living raises every year too. Staffing ratio is the best in the city, plenty of equipment and supplies, no more going from one room to another to find a pu...