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    Universal Deathcare.

    Hoosier_RN replied to Kyrshamarks's topic in General Nursing

    In the US, many times it is the insurance companies who decides when treatment ends, not the family. I've seen treatments delayed for ridiculous paperwork. In many ways, it sounds like our system no...
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    Calling the doctor

    Hoosier_RN replied to iwannabeanursee's topic in General Nursing

    when I was new (20+ years ago), I'd make a little outline of the all pertinent info, like lab values, V/S, any other criteria. Then call. If you're prepared, you'll get past the nervousness! Good...
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    Not disclosing patient death to family member

    Hoosier_RN replied to ddib3's topic in General Nursing

    are you a CNA or nurse? only asking because you call yourself both in your post. #1, does patient have dementia? If he does, telling him his wife is dead can be detrimental, as he doesn't remember...
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    Lost stethoscopes

    Hoosier_RN replied to mthiga's topic in General Nursing

    Me
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    Order that says "Don't call MD for pain meds"?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Summers3's topic in General Nursing

    If a pain clinic is involved, this may be part of their contract as well. Without knowing all of the specifics, its hard to give a definite answer. But I also caught the "do not call the on-call"....
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    Meaning of your username?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    Since some are explaining avatars, mine is a dog named Earl who lives in Australia. A friend saw,his picture on fb and said if I birthed a puppy, Earl would be my spit and image. Grumpy cat is a close...
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    Meaning of your username?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    I'm orchestra. 1st chair cello, 2nd chair violin. Fiddle when I'm rocking it with my sons! I taught oldest electric guitar and fiddle. Youngest I taught drums and bass. He taught himself piano....
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    Why are Nurses and CNAs so mean/rude

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest05/03/16's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My thoughts exactly. And if you're caught doing something outside of your scope, you may lose the privilege of working in healthcare, permanently. Be careful of what you say and do. Also, be aware...
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    Meaning of your username?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    Please quote so we know who you're responding
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    Meaning of your username?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a RN in IN. No mystery
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    Fun hobbies or interests?

    Hoosier_RN replied to happy_life's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Me too...and needlepoint and tatting (threads, not skin
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    Hey, are you a pulmonary embolism?

    Hoosier_RN replied to milesims's topic in General Nursing

    Love it as a classic pickup
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    What is your Nursing Kryptonite?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Lunah's topic in General Nursing

    Retching/vomiting.
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    New Grad stuck between two positions

    Hoosier_RN replied to NURSEJSS's topic in General Nursing

    You should mention it, because yes, they can find out, and if they are sticklers, you could be terminated. Loss of 2 jobs...best to be honest. They can find out through a background
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    Did you wait to pick up OT?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Nurse3242's topic in Critical Care

    Just don't burn yourself
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    Something Positive: Your 5-Year Plan

    Hoosier_RN replied to Wrench Party's topic in General Nursing

    I start my MSN (Leadership) at WGU May 1st, hope to finish 1 yr or 18 mos. Then hopefully move up at current
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    $100,000 for accelerated BSN to MSN?

    Hoosier_RN replied to dre13day's topic in General Nursing

    CNS in some areas are still somewhat marketable. But read on here, falling, or have fallen, out of favor in most markets. And $100 grand is way to
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    The worst job you had before becoming a Nurse?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Want2BeeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Waitress in a gentlemen's club. Cannot stand to be grabbed on. But the tips were
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    Type B in a Type A world

    Hoosier_RN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Libby, you are truly my twin! I'm the same, type A at work, type B at
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    The worst job you had before becoming a Nurse?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Want2BeeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Are we related?
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    Type B in a Type A world

    Hoosier_RN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    ICU is all about the details, while keeping an eye on the big picture. Keep the big picture in mind, but really listen to your receptors. Ask the catty ones directly how to correct your deficiencies...
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    Blind Sided

    Hoosier_RN replied to trgopie's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I would ask your manager specifically. That should settle it. If your role would call it the way you state, perhaps then you could address directly with your
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    LPN to RN.. No job

    Hoosier_RN replied to Nori.Giselle's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Some won't as they consider LPN as experience. You will have to check with individual program for
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    Should I become a nurse?

    Hoosier_RN replied to librarian2nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I suggest shadowing multiple nurses in multiple settings, checking your desired job market, etc , before making any decisions. Only you will know what will work best for you. Good
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    Bullying in Nursing survey. Your experience!

    Hoosier_RN replied to Stella77's topic in General Nursing

    My answers all match nursej22 except #1- 18