Have Nurse

Have Nurse ADN, RN

Med/Surg/Infection Control/Geriatrics

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  1. As a RN, which would you choose?

    Have Nurse replied to GenieToBe's topic in General Nursing

    That's a good question. I am 62, though I look 48. While prepping for shoulder replacement last year, I was asked if my "heart stopped, would you like to be resuscitated?" I gave them an immediate...

  2. Inclement weather conditions...mandatory to work?

    Have Nurse replied to 8Lovenursing8's topic in General Nursing

    They shouldn't have to think for

  3. New nurse and I had a breakdown at work

    Have Nurse replied to KB4848's topic in General Nursing

    So true! Are you able to sit down with your husband and share what you've been experiencing? He needs to understand that it takes some time to find your way into a workable routine. Also, you need...

  4. Denied from nursing school...

    Have Nurse replied to callmeachilles1's topic in General Students

    I

  5. What to do?? A whole BOX of crazy!!!

    Have Nurse replied to prettywishes's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, that might give you some leverage, since she's receiving State money. She can either give you a decent reference, or you can offer to have her sit down with you, the State and the IRS.......

  6. What You Need To Know About Older Nurses: Myths and Realities

    Have Nurse replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. And some family members prefer an older more experienced nurse.

  7. Do you ever get concerned about certain users on here?

    Have Nurse replied to Bakingismylife's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. I agree with you. Sounds like someone's trying to sow discord. Enough of

  8. Did I cause this rapid response?

    Have Nurse replied to ns808's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. Please don't

  9. Report or not when administrators have favorites

    Have Nurse replied to NeuroICU_RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This is where you actually get to use those nursing skills you were taught: Checking labs, previous notes, doing your own physical assessment, interviewing your patient (if you can,) reviewing the...

  10. Please Give ME any Good Reason to Stay in the Nursing Field

    Have Nurse replied to ToNurseOrNot's topic in General Nursing

    Get out. Now. You'll feel better because deep down, that's what you want. You just needed someone else to validate it. Nothing wrong with being honest with yourself. Your nursing wasn't...

  11. Mandatory Hurricane Evacuation - Can I be Forced to Work?

    Have Nurse replied to Lorie Brown RN, MN, JD's topic in Nursing Career

    Fortunately, Hurricane Florence has been downgraded to a 1 this morning. She hit shore

  12. Can I please get a Parking Spot!

    Have Nurse replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    Preach it, Friend! Our lot is so tiny that if you don't get here before 7:00 a.m, you have the privilege of parking a block away for free. The only problem with that is the neighborhood, the weather...

  13. 7 Questions About Near Death Awareness

    Have Nurse replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoyed this read. Thank you. While my mother was dying she said to me: "Russ" (her dead brother), was here last night." She sailed out at 11:08 the next morning. It's been nearly 16 years. I...

  14. Sign A Consent Without Witnessing Actual Signature

    Have Nurse replied to knotizer12's topic in General Nursing

    There would be a conflict of interest if it was he/she who was about to do the surgery. Witness means just that. Witness. If you did not witness it, don't sign

  15. Accomadating patients racist request?

    Have Nurse replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen this too, however to be fair, those "little old white ladies" at least were raised during a time when their culture was such that discrimation was accepted. Also, they were not allowed to...

  16. New nurse getting dumped on. Ready to switch.

    Have Nurse replied to NewNurse1997's topic in General Nursing

    Very good advice. I might only add that if your blood sugar has a tendency to take a dive, have some healthy snacks in your pocket..nuts, cheese stick? If you have to wear a fanny pack with some...

  17. Split-Shift Floating

    Have Nurse replied to CameToSlay's topic in Travel

    Yes, and it's the patient who pays for it. Stick to your guns,

  18. Student Body Odor

    Have Nurse replied to AzElemNurse's topic in School

    Might be kinder to have the parents address it with their daughter, per teacher request. Then they can deal with the fallout, if there is any.....Just a

  19. Salt water rinses

    Have Nurse replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    I must confess that growing up in my house, we also did that, and used those portions. It works for a lot of

  20. First job after LPN licensing & Being treated with disrespect!

    Have Nurse replied to Mary0000's topic in General Nursing

    I'm afraid I

  21. Any Tips on how the 50+ new RN can get a job?

    Have Nurse replied to Chronicallychanging's topic in Nursing Career

    CONGRATS!!!

  22. Any Tips on how the 50+ new RN can get a job?

    Have Nurse replied to Chronicallychanging's topic in Nursing Career

    I can't say that I honestly can agree with my colleagues though they are sincere, I am sure. The reasons that you gave for your time at home are valid. Nothing to hide there. I wouldn't volunteer it...

  23. Having a total Meltdown

    Have Nurse replied to Horizons's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    So, to whom do the Advisors answer to? I'd call the Dean's office and get some answers. Don't spend the money until you are sure. There should be something in writing that they can show

  24. New grad quitting after 6 months?

    Have Nurse replied to esrun77's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Kids are resilient if they are young

  25. My manager is interrogating staff, what does this mean?

    Have Nurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Be thankful you have a Manager that cares enough to