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    Unsupportive boss? Is it worth quitting over??

    Hoosier_RN replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    In this day and age there is also a BIG shortage of CNAs and techs. Why? Back breaking work and low pay. How did the facility I work for fix that? We went to primary care. Got rid of all CNAs/techs....
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    Harrison College

    Hoosier_RN replied to msitton's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Isn't ACEN nursing accreditation? I don't think it affects MAs, but I don't know. I live in Indy, and most MAs are employed in clinics and MD office for low wages. Go for the nursing
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    Nursing school with a misdemeanor

    Hoosier_RN replied to gamecockgirl2014's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You need to contact your state
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    Discouraged after first day training on new job :(

    Hoosier_RN replied to SP1CEGRL's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Not necessarily on am pill pass. I work prn at a facility where they have scheduled multiple residents to have all morning meds at end of 3rd shift. Makes for a full med pass. And too many things...
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    HIPAA and the Undocumented

    Hoosier_RN replied to nurseactivist's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Or using fake
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    Thoughts on the "doctor's stethoscope"

    Hoosier_RN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    I have a nice littman with an electronic amplifier that my dad (God rest his soul) bought for me right before he passed on 8 years ago. It has my name engraved on it. Once a Dr tried to walk off with...
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    Interview Thank you Card

    Hoosier_RN replied to justchill's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I just sent one. Thanks for interview, thanks to staff for shadowing experience; pointed out that I like the teamwork approach and the way everyone talked each other up. Hope to hear from you soon....
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    ANA: 'Zero Tolerance' for Workplace Violence, Bullying

    Hoosier_RN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Amen, sister! Well
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    Why are the floor nurses so unwilling to teach?

    Hoosier_RN replied to 2bnursebeckky's topic in General Students

    As a former soldier, and now a nurse of 15+ years, AND former CI and classroom instructor, I can say that in your previous situation, the US government owns you when you are in the military. A matter...
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    Nurse Retention ideas

    Hoosier_RN replied to CCU-Flight RN's topic in General Nursing

    My facility does selective exit interviews. I asked a former coworker the other day what she said in her exit. She left over 6 mos ago and was openly unhappy. She stated that they never called or...
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    Discovered a boo-boo on Social Media

    Hoosier_RN replied to mmc51264's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You may work on a great unit and your facility may be wonderful, but maybe the school component isn't. You yourself said that it's not that close to you and you've never met that person. What she said...
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    Hoosier_RN replied to ezpzpizzi's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, that's the difference. My sons letters are MT (the word lab/oratory) is not in
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    Hoosier_RN replied to ezpzpizzi's topic in General Nursing

    Amen. That's why when taking a phone order I ask for credentials. Just because the person says office nurse doesn't mean they are a nurse. My son doesn't much like the 'lab tech' designation either...
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    Hoosier_RN replied to ezpzpizzi's topic in General Nursing

    Anyone in the lab should be checking for clots, foreign matter, etc, when they have the tubes in their possession. Good practice (per my son). And many facilities call phlebotomist lab techs because...
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    Hoosier_RN replied to ezpzpizzi's topic in General Nursing

    Correct.
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    Hoosier_RN replied to ezpzpizzi's topic in General Nursing

    My son is a lab tech (MT) which is not the same as a phlebotomist. From comments I've seen, I think some have confused the roles. The phlebotomist draws, the tech processes and eval. Believe me, my...
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    Nurses expecting to do too much!

    Hoosier_RN replied to CosmoRN77's topic in General Nursing

    In my facility, MD not held responsible. Treated like God (yes, happens at most facilities in my neck of the woods), but let a nurse miss one thing like that and it becomes a federal case, often with...
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    in the wake of this tragedy do we really know our breaking point ?

    Hoosier_RN replied to rudecat's topic in General Nursing

    Anything
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    THANK YOU, to the staff, mods, and admins....

    Hoosier_RN replied to weirdscience's topic in General Nursing

    I don't even have words....everyone else has said it so eloquently. I have been on AN since 2000 (under a different name, but that's another story) and the admins, guides, and moderators have always...
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    How many attempts did it take you to get into the nursing program?

    Hoosier_RN replied to byjessi's topic in General Nursing

    1st time. But many were on 4-8 years of trying. I had high prerequisite grades and a high entrance exam score and interviewed
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    Chose med surg like I'm supposed to, but really unhappy.

    Hoosier_RN replied to enytsyrhk572's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If its a new grad position, with having med surg experience and no longer being a new grad, you may not qualify. Check into it and if that part checks out, go for it! You never know unless you
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    Diabetic Alert Dog at work in Hospital

    Hoosier_RN replied to Brookieakorsie's topic in General Nursing

    Many have mentioned what if a patient is allergic to the dog? What if a coworker is allergic, are they required to suffer? I myself wouldn't care but I did pose to my facility's risk manager and got...
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    Brian Short News

    Hoosier_RN replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    My condolences to the friends and extended Short family. You will be in my thoughts and
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    Ethics: Does knowledge of a patient's blood borne pathogen change your care?

    Hoosier_RN replied to JMed18's topic in General Nursing

    As sad as it sounds, with all of the safety gear, precautions, info, etc. out there, I'm more afraid of contacting cdiff. I've seen CNAs handle bedpans and other items without PPE, except gloves....
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    Question regarding Ivy Tech Nursing program

    Hoosier_RN replied to hfullerCNA's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Jillianelise92, don't be afraid. Study hard, ask questions, and keep an open mind with learning. Ivy Tech has a strong program. You'll have no