J.Adderton BSN, MSN

Clinical Leadership, Staff Development, Education

Experienced nurse specializing in clinical leadership, staff development and nursing education.

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    Obnoxious bed alarms and falls

    J.Adderton replied to Grobyc82's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I work on a rehabilitation unit and yes, they are irritating. However, I had a patient fall and resulted in a broken hip. Now when I hear an alarm, I always think "sounds better than the fall thud...
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    Ohio BON help

    J.Adderton replied to Lulu3387's topic in Nurses Recovery

    For a nurse, unfortunately, refusing to take drug test will result in nurse being reported to the state's BON. If you have your employee handbook, you can review the facilities policy. I would be...
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    Any actual success with attorney?

    J.Adderton replied to nurse_girlie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    One other thought. When you are not being evaluated, you will join the women in ECP (Extensive Care Program). This could include group therapy, Big Book study, lecture, onsite recovery meetings....
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    Any actual success with attorney?

    J.Adderton replied to nurse_girlie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am familiar with Alabama's VDAP. I agree in free consultation and asking how they can help before you pay the attorney money. I think it is unlikely you would not have to compete the evaluation....
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    Any actual success with attorney?

    J.Adderton replied to nurse_girlie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am familiar with Alabama's VDAP. I agree in free consultation and asking how they can help before you pay the attorney money. I think it is unlikely you would not have to compete the evaluation....
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    Needing Advise!!!

    J.Adderton replied to asnewnurse2017's topic in General Nursing

    First, I don't think you are obligated to other people, even if friends, to stay in a position that is a bad fit. If you are this unhappy, then I would be honest with hiring manager and go ahead and...
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    Contract signed,different terms introduced

    J.Adderton replied to ICunursey's topic in International Nursing

    I would go with your gut feeling and
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    Thank you letter

    J.Adderton replied to ring.erin74's topic in Nursing Career

    I can tell you are excited about this position and good luck! I have a few minor suggestions- take what is helpful and leave what is not. I would leave off "This is _____". Your signature/name at...
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    He Wanted to Practice Satanism for the Baby

    J.Adderton replied to Shookclays's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have not had this specific experience, but I have had times security intervention was needed. A few examples, family members/patient arguing, yelling, a couple having sex in the patients bed while...
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    Failed drug test, getting reported to BON

    J.Adderton replied to troubledrn12's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I self reported and avoided disciplinary or public action against my
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    Best brand of scrubs?

    J.Adderton replied to murda's topic in General Students

    It is my experience that Cherokee scrubs are durable. I also love my Med Couture scrubs.... they are super-soft and have held up
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    Alabama nurses help!!

    J.Adderton replied to Nursegod's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you tried looking up the status of your license of the ABON website? You can look up by your name
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    Furosemide med error

    J.Adderton replied to cutiep7's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I need just a little more information. Was the order for Lasix written to be given prior to the transfusion or after? How did the order read
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    Hair test

    J.Adderton replied to Alabama/RN,Vdap's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am under VDAP contract in Alabama and I was tested 2x first full month. Currently, I am tested 2-3 times a month. Good luck in your job
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    Work in hospital?

    J.Adderton replied to RNMOM1213's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, I work in a hospital and very
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    Manager out to get me. Even shift coord. agrees.

    J.Adderton replied to Axmann, RN, BSN, NREMT-B's topic in General Nursing

    It is possible you could be "fortune-telling" or reading into the situation. I would start with approaching your manager and talk 1:1 about the situation. Just let the manager know you have been...
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    Can Pain Be Prevented?

    J.Adderton replied to Lane Therrell FNP's topic in General Nursing

    I work in rehabilitation and preventing or minimizing pain is a priority for optimal functioning and quality of life. A few strategies implemented include: - Thorough pain assessments and exploring...
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    Afraid to make a change

    J.Adderton replied to admiralqueenie's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I was out of the hospital for over 18 years. I accepted a job as a staff nurse and discovered I did not lose what I had learned and technology is easy to pick up. Hospice would be a great
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    I feel like I don't know anything...

    J.Adderton replied to kathy6023's topic in General Students

    I taught nursing school for 3 years and you are not unique and just where you should be. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and would have to "study up" on NGT insertion. I did not feel like I...
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    Looking into nursing

    J.Adderton replied to Bholmes's topic in Men in Nursing

    I taught at a community college and non-traditional students, like yourself, were common. One consideration is if the private school is eligible for financial aid. I know you would most likely...
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    ADN or BSN?

    J.Adderton replied to sis93lisa's topic in California Nursing

    If you would benefit from earning nurse salary sooner (have children, single parent ect), then ADN initially may be a good option. There are so many online BSN programs- you could roll right into...
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    Is rumor true...NCLEX the easiest nursing test you ever took?

    J.Adderton replied to jayne12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think the questions on NCLEX are more straight forward (less details than nursing school). Important to not try to add or think too much into the question
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    Seriously?! Grrrr.

    J.Adderton replied to TexasMel's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yuck, so sorry. Devoid of logic and
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    Nursing Grad dealing with the BON

    J.Adderton replied to nurse_girlie's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I definitely understand your frustration. Very difficult going to nursing school, especially as a single mother. I am going to share my advice and I predict it will be unpopular. However, you have...
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    Continuing nursing education

    J.Adderton replied to nhedrick1's topic in General Nursing

    In my opinion, it is best to keep going. I felt like a true novice and fish out of water when I first started working after graduation. Your confidence builds as you gain