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    That was fast

    Persephone Paige replied to Persephone Paige's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks! I've lost my filter with all these years off. I have to remember that I can't say, F*** you!" I am always afraid I will. Practicing restraint of pen and
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    Finally working

    Persephone Paige replied to OhioRN1234's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am in a similar situation. Hang in there... We've worked very hard to get where we are, this will not last forever, but in the meantime it sure
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    Unemployment compensation

    Persephone Paige replied to maestro62's topic in Nurses Recovery

    My thoughts are that perhaps, they can fire you for cause. What exactly is cause? I can see 'cause' as being showing up drunk or high for a shift. BUT, if we follow the 'disease' concept, that would...
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    Is it wrong to ask

    Persephone Paige replied to Meredithhg's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, it's wrong. We didn't even have that Daisy crap and I'm glad. I care for people because it feels right. The higher ups can shove the recognition and the
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    Should I disclose for licensure?

    Persephone Paige replied to OsceanSN2018's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You were a minor, I doubt you'll be penalized for it. Ask an attorney (just consult fee), if you are worried. But, I would have checked 'no'
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    Possession of Paraphernalia charge..Help

    Persephone Paige replied to Tenry's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Expungement is only expensive if you use an attorney. I did my own and it was like $75 for the application fee and another fee for the fingerprint process. It's super easy to do yourself and it's...
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    Unemployment compensation

    Persephone Paige replied to maestro62's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I think you could claim discrimination. I don't personally subscribe to addiction being a 'disease,' but the DSM does. If someone has a 'disease,' how in the hell can you fire them for having a...
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    Recovered alcoholic & new nurse

    Persephone Paige replied to joeliejean's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You will be surprised how many healthcare workers are in the program. Network and you'll find someone willing to give you a
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    Fulfilling 12 months active practice requirement

    Persephone Paige replied to nurse.etc's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I have not done it, but our program encourages it for nurses unable to secure employment. What is odd is that they will not let us work as an aide, or monitor tech. But they'll let us volunteer to...
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    probation monitor changed... twice

    Persephone Paige replied to ericninetwo's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You will find that we are the only ones expected to be
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    Return to Med-Surg, new way of charting slowing me WAY down

    Persephone Paige posted a topic in Medical-Surgical

    Hi all, It's been years since I was a new nurse on a med-surg floor, but I've just returned. When the education nurse described my floor to me she said, "these are the sickest patients in our...
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    Psych Unit Job Offer

    Persephone Paige replied to Solnce1981's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I personally love psych, it's what I would do if I could. But, I can't right now. One thing to remember about psych is that the patients are very smart. Crazy just means crazy, it doesn't mean stupid....
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    Quest Options 4-6

    Persephone Paige replied to TKsprivatenurse's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I usually just go by price. I'm in recovery for Opiates, as are most of the people in my group. We have a few Alkies, a few pot heads. And one Ambien person... We all get the $55 urine MOST of the...
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    Persephone Paige replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    Flatus, Placenta... I'm not kidding. Obviously these were horrible jokes on some poor, uneducated mother. "What are you going to name him/her?" "Gee, I can't think of a name for my baby." "...
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    Why are so many nurses against unions?

    Persephone Paige replied to Icunicenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    When there's a lot of them, yeah. Once upon a time, folks took pride in their work. If they weren't up to par, they kept at it until they were. Now, why improve? They have a union that protects their...
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    Has anyone gone through this program without false positives?

    Persephone Paige replied to StanleyJ's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I haven't. But I know plenty of people who have. Deep breath and don't get paranoid, just have a plan if it should happen to you. I didn't have a plan, because I never thought I would need it. I'd...
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    Feel I was wrongfully dismissed

    Persephone Paige replied to ericlavin67's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Okay, so I have had ADHD. My family never knew about 'accommodations.' When I needed quite I wore earplugs and looked down. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad there is acceptance and help, but I don't think...
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    Why are so many nurses against unions?

    Persephone Paige replied to Icunicenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Apparently the union for elevator mechanics doesn't have a problem with stupidity. These folks show up every day because the money is great, but some of them can't fix a damn thing. They earn a ****...
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    Any advice for a new grad trying to stay afloat?

    Persephone Paige replied to Rainbow_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I read your entry. I am 27 years out of nursing school and I've been where you are twice. Once when I first got out of nursing school, of course. I was terrified and tasks that I was very capable of...
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    Felony charges

    Persephone Paige replied to Rdsrn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    This is a question for your IRPR. You will eventually have to disclose when you renew, as the BON asks you if you have had any legal issues since your last license renewal. The two don't exclude each...
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    Did your dating life improve when becoming a male nurse?

    Persephone Paige replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in Men in Nursing

    I definitely got more
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    Force to change unit in the middle of shift

    Persephone Paige replied to Anon143's topic in General Nursing

    I have no idea. But this would be a time for me to pass out. I was feeling fine a few minutes ago, now I'm dizzy. I can't practice safely if I am dizzy. Then, it will be a minor ear infection. But,...
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    Why are so many nurses against unions?

    Persephone Paige replied to Icunicenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I respect Unions that exist to protect the nurse who is hardworking, conscientious, ethical, etc... I keep thinking I'm going to join ours, but then I forget. I don't like any Union that protects...
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    How do you take blood pressures for 90 people?

    Persephone Paige replied to wandwaving's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I guess if the client is about to cross the great divide, they want to memorialize it with a BP. I do think I remember something similar. Like odd room numbers on one day, even room numbers on...
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    Holiday Bonus

    Persephone Paige replied to sunnyskies9's topic in General Nursing

    If we work a holiday we get a PTO day. Which is fine for me. Screw the money, I have an objective which is to work as few days as possible and still get paid. Don't get me wrong, I like taking care of...