introspectiveRN

introspectiveRN

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  1. Recommended Reading for Hospice Nurses

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am completely new to hospice nursing. Would some of you extend yourselves to forming a recommended reading list? I would be very appreciative . -Deanna Oh, and can we make it a

  2. It shouldn't have happened this way....

    introspectiveRN replied to nerdtonurse?'s topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am sorry that you had to endure that.

  3. Any folks here work hospice in Florida?

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am seriously considering relocating. I am a single mom and would really like to find a safe, friendly community that is a good place to raise kids and where I could afford to keep feeding us the...

  4. Feelin' Froggy! Anybody travel hospice?

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Howdy folks! I was just curious; has anyone done travel nursing as a hospice nurse/case manager? I still want to see more of the US and I am feelin' froggy lately....anybody know of anyone that took a...

  5. US Public Health Service Commissioned Corps

    introspectiveRN replied to wannabecatcher's topic in Government, Military

    Would not touch it. Have heard too many heartbreaking stories of corruption. Although I know many have had positive experiences, to me the risk is in no way worth the reward... if you are rewarded at...

  6. "Mommy Job"...RN or NP...?

    introspectiveRN replied to a.malone's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Winning the lottery.

  7. How do you stay organized?

    introspectiveRN replied to Sheri FNP-C's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    pen clipped to shirt neckline (silver or black pen body only :wink2: -clip inside, pen body outside of course lol) flat-front biz casual pants (never the "mom jeans cut" ), smartyphone in r/hand...

  8. ADN to NP... how?

    introspectiveRN replied to timewood's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    the online program is the same cost for all...

  9. ADN to NP... how?

    introspectiveRN replied to timewood's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    ...Just wanted to let everyone know that I was accepted to Frontier. They absolutely turned out to be the most sane, wise and time/cost effective route for me as an ADN. Thanks to everyone who

  10. NCLEX pass rates for georgia colleges

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Georgia Nursing

    http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/rn/NCLEX-RN_2001-04_Results.pdf Thought ya'll might want to take a

  11. ADN to NP...help! eyes are crossing

    introspectiveRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    thank you both

  12. ADN to NP...help! eyes are crossing

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello all and thank you in advance for reading and hopefully replying. I am currently an ADN/RN with just under three years experience in nursing. I am seeking to become an Adult Health Nurse...

  13. Does your facility use PBDS testing?

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello- New here and not sure how to make this a sticky or if that would be allowed. I know that this is a volatile topic that has been expanded on somewhat already, but I am really just looking for a...

  14. how do I find international nursing jobs ???

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Travel

    If you have any stories, recommendations, tips etc. I would love to hear. Also, if you know, what specialties are useful there as I know nursing is so vastly different. Seems like I remember meeting...

  15. how do I find international nursing jobs ???

    introspectiveRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Travel

    Well...I guess I will gear up for a long wait and possible disappointment. Thanks for the info

  16. Kennedy Terminal Ulcers

    introspectiveRN replied to CANRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I have had two patients that developed them. The second one broke out with a them all over her back (including her coccyx), her legs and (yep) her heels. They looked like giant purple/black blood...

  17. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hey nursegirl, how have things been going with this particular pt (if he is still with us)? How are you? I really appreciated your

  18. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    (standing at the front of the group meeting) "My name is Deanna, and I too am a

  19. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    All in all, that is a profound statement my dear....I need to post this on my fridge as a reminder to myself. Reminds me of the serenity

  20. what is the max case load for disease specific case managers.

    introspectiveRN replied to sassy3's topic in Case Management

    Hello, I currently work as an RN, CM in hospice. My previous job was a caseload of 16-22 (pts that must be seen a min of Qweek and sometimes Qday). Current caseload is between 10-14 with pts split...

  21. Any folks here work hospice in Florida?

    introspectiveRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Please let me know where you both are! :heartbeat you are welcome to PM me. thanx so

  22. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I know you won't like it but I say...it is his life as much as it is his death. Let him choose. You only have his best interests at heart- I know however, this is truly up to him. Have you...

  23. Impaction Question...

    introspectiveRN replied to AtlantaRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    gee, sunday morning breakfast will never be the same now.

  24. LPN doesn't want dying patient to go to hospice.

    introspectiveRN replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    ((((((((motorcyclemama)))))))))) (hugs) You did the right thing- you just got bitten by a passive-aggressive, bullying culture. It's sickening how many truly disturbed folks there are in health"care"....

  25. Bone Pain

    introspectiveRN replied to RNSUEIA's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    hmmm.....well, ibuprofen has been very effective for the majority of my pts c bone mets/pain, esp when combined c