GooeyRN

GooeyRN ADN, BSN, CNA, LPN, RN

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  1. Important Drug Tips!!

    GooeyRN replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    We also give it before bedtime and not in regard to

  2. Patient Rights and Diabetic Diets

    GooeyRN replied to SassyRedhead's topic in General Nursing

    When I see a diabetic eating something they shouldn't be eating, I strike up a conversation on how it is sometimes difficult to be compliant with the diabetic diet. I then let them talk. If they are...

  3. Male CNA seeking advice from a nurse

    GooeyRN replied to manch's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree, once you have a license you won't have problems finding a job. For many places, if you have a license and a heartbeat you are

  4. Proud to say or keep it hid away?

    GooeyRN replied to MALE*RN*777's topic in General Nursing

    I hide it the best I can. I never say I am an RN unless asked. I don't like to be asked for medical advice or asked about medications etc on my off

  5. Should I take this job? Please help!

    GooeyRN replied to RiaRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    :yeahthat: I would NOT accept that job, especially as a new grad. Keep

  6. New mom cant decide to work 2 or 3 12's

    GooeyRN replied to RN_Amanda's topic in Nursing Career

    Try to talk to her about doing that. Of course, you won't know what staffing needs are in the fall. Nor will your nurse manager. So by doing that, you can risk the full-time position being filled...

  7. New mom cant decide to work 2 or 3 12's

    GooeyRN replied to RN_Amanda's topic in Nursing Career

    I would either call to talk to her, or set up an appt in

  8. New mom cant decide to work 2 or 3 12's

    GooeyRN replied to RN_Amanda's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with Steph. Children grow up very fast. I was confused on when to return to work, too. I just returned 2 weeks ago. My dd is 15 months old. I now work only about 9 hours a week. (two...

  9. Returning to work from maternity leave

    GooeyRN posted a topic in Medical-Surgical

    I have been off work for 14 months now. I had a baby girl Oct 05. I am going back to my previous employer either this week or next week. Its a rural hospital, that doesn't take super sick patients....

  10. Returning to work from maternity leave

    GooeyRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

  11. Returning to work from maternity leave

    GooeyRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

  12. Returning to work from maternity leave

    GooeyRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Thank

  13. Good Samaritan Question

    GooeyRN replied to Hoping LVN2BSN's topic in General Nursing

    No, you do not have to help. If you choose to help, you are held to the same standards of care you would be while working. Do not do anything you are not licensed to

  14. When do you call in?

    GooeyRN replied to GeminiTwinRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would call ASAP. The earlier you call, the more time there is to find someone to replace you, and less likely there will be short staffing that

  15. Enraged (venting)

    GooeyRN replied to andhow5's topic in Emergency

    Wow. What a rough time you had. I agree, leave out the three punches. You "pushed" him off of you. It sucks that nurses can get into big trouble for defending ourselves. It seems like its ok for...

  16. Cold weather causing pneumonia? *vent*

    GooeyRN replied to wannabesedated's topic in General Nursing

    I don't even own a hair dryer. My hair never dries. I put it in a bun while wet, it is still wet when I let down at night. I have been doing it for years, regardless of the weather. I never had...

  17. Southern Tier Area

    GooeyRN posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Does anyone work in the Southern Tier Area, specifically Broome County? Can anyone suggest a good place to work? I have been out of work for a year now (I had a baby) and am looking to return this...

  18. Southern Tier Area

    GooeyRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in New York Nursing

    I thought of there. Have you or anyone you know ever worked there? Is it a good place to work? Do you know how nurses are

  19. Southern Tier Area

    GooeyRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks for your info! I delivered at Lourdes. It was nice there but I don't want to do med-surg again. I feel I did my time! I have never been to Wilson in Johnson City. I did interview several...

  20. What would you do?

    GooeyRN replied to Nice2MeetU's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Its totally up to you if you have children, or not. No one should guilt you, either way. But... If you afraid of the pain and do want children... There are always epidurals!!! And not everyone...

  21. Breast Feeding and NYT article

    GooeyRN replied to scribblerpnp's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would cry if that were me. I exclusivly pump milk for my dd. (she is unable to nurse) I would be just devastated if I had to dump a few days worth of her food down the drain. Breastmilk IS liquid...

  22. How smart are you?

    GooeyRN replied to psycteach's topic in General Nursing

    I did not do too well in Highschool. I had maybe a B average. I did not try at all. I coasted. I just didn't care about school. I was more interested in other things. I have a pretty average IQ. I...

  23. Opinions please...

    GooeyRN replied to Sandi0302's topic in General Nursing

    First of all... There is nothing to be ashamed about by being an LPN. But I do understand your feelings. Some people make you feel like you are "only" an LPN. I was there once, too. I went back to...

  24. Fired from job

    GooeyRN replied to goingnuts's topic in General Nursing

    I feel bad for you. Thats why I stay away from home health. Its their word against yours. I think that wife is suffering and doesn't know how to express it. She may also feel guilty for the way...

  25. What is your nurse to pt ratio....and how many is too many?

    GooeyRN replied to crb613's topic in Medical-Surgical

    2 nurses (One RN, and either another RN or an LPN) to 28 pts. One or two CNA's on a normal