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    Trump’s assault on Postal Service and voting is a plot against American democracy

    Hoosier_RN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    I've been receiving 2 deliveries a day for the last 6+ years. Postal person has same story as yours. The only reason I remember 6+ years is because its when we built our new home and moved in. I say...
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    Not sure what to do

    Hoosier_RN replied to love_of_sunflowers's topic in General Nursing

    Many keep mentioning shadowing. Many LTCs are closed to the public and won't allow shadow, so depending on what local facilities may be doing, it may not be
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    New Grad RN-Out Patient Dialysis

    Hoosier_RN replied to nagab's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I'm curious to how she does it as well. The questions don't change, true. It's all in LMS peoplesoft, not sure how she would even be able to print it out? My educator is curious as well as this would...
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    Quit While in Orientation (New grad)

    Hoosier_RN replied to SillyFever's topic in General Nursing

    the nurse I heard it from all the time was British. I would correct her. She would tell me that I was daft. Made me laugh even though it still clanged on my ears
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    In theory, do nurses know enough medical knowledge to give advice?

    Hoosier_RN replied to BDC's topic in General Nursing

    My instructors would be teaching whatever the subject du jour was. Then throw in "don't blah blah blah" or "say x" lest you step outside of your scope and open yourself to many forms of liability in...
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    Will a case that's been dismissed and sealed affect licensure?

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

    Unfortunately, you will find nearly exact cases that go both ways. An attorney can give you a better clue, plus be up to speed in your specifics if you feel a need to appeal, if that's even a...
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    Will a case that's been dismissed and sealed affect licensure?

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

    it is true that pre licensure background checks will show EVERYTHING, even if expunged, arrests, etc. The bearing on your particular cannot really be made here, as every state does case by case...
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    Why is this LPN struggling so much to get into RN school?

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

    Truthfully, most BSNs are still at the bedside. MSN is now starting to be more of what gets away from direct patient care. But as Nurse Beth said, you've got to make that decision and start working on...
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    In theory, do nurses know enough medical knowledge to give advice?

    Hoosier_RN replied to BDC's topic in General Nursing

    These topics will be covered in one form or another in nursing classes. Instructors will give it as side notes, you will learn some in ethics/legal classes,
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    Show me your babies!!

    Hoosier_RN replied to Nurse SMS's topic in Animal Lovers's Animal Lovers

    This is princess Roxy. She's not really a princess, she just thinks she is. She's a pit-lab mix that someone dumped at the house one day, 5 years ago. That sweet face, and her goofy doggie smile won...
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    New Grad RN-Out Patient Dialysis

    Hoosier_RN replied to nagab's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    No scissors, as you tear tape to avoid cross contamination; no pen light either, for the only times you need one, there should be one stocked on the crash cart. Get a notebook to take notes, so...
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    Quit While in Orientation (New grad)

    Hoosier_RN replied to SillyFever's topic in General Nursing

    I know, I know. But it just clangs...like
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    ProCPR certification OK for Arizona RN's??

    Hoosier_RN replied to Colleen8080's topic in General Nursing

    I did them a few years ago. There was no dummy or anything sent. Only had an online test that my dog could pass. Of course, my employer did not accept it. AHA
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    Interviewing for New Grad positions during the pandemic

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1107684's topic in General Nursing

    Some smaller hospitals orientation without a residency program are not much better. Just do your homework. Good
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    Not sure what to do

    Hoosier_RN replied to love_of_sunflowers's topic in General Nursing

    And a sign on bonus is another red
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    Quit While in Orientation (New grad)

    Hoosier_RN replied to SillyFever's topic in General Nursing

    Was meant to say clangs on my ears. Horribly, like fingernails in a
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    What are they teaching?

    Hoosier_RN replied to egglady's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with a general commom sense overview, but also realize that what needs to be reported varies from state to state, facility to facility (per policy), and specialty setting (adult vs child vs...
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    Thunderstorm Asthma Spikes ED Visits

    Hoosier_RN replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nursing News

    The weather plays havoc with many things. I’ve always said it's the change in barometric pressure. I've seen residents in LTC blood pressures and blood sugars dance like crazy if they were brittle....
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    Reporting a Patient to Police?

    Hoosier_RN replied to LibraNurse27's topic in General Nursing

    Administration won't care until another patient is injured. Then, they will throw floor staff under the bus to avoid
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    Biden suporter assaults 7 year old child, supposedly she is a RN

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest416560's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    If you think that politicians don't use media and social media to their advantage, then there's not much I can say to get through to you. I have twice cut the direction of our debate off as we...
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    Biden suporter assaults 7 year old child, supposedly she is a RN

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest416560's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    I think you read into things exactly what you wish to read. Have a blessed
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    Quit Orientation: Help With New Job

    Hoosier_RN replied to Grande_latte04's topic in General Nursing

    exactly. At least someone else can get their eyes on your abilities and guide you. Breathe a sigh of
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    Biden suporter assaults 7 year old child, supposedly she is a RN

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest416560's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Again, while I may not approve of their message or method, I admire the fact that they stick to their guns and don't backpedal as many do. I only repeated that in every reply to you. Sadly, you only...
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    Biden suporter assaults 7 year old child, supposedly she is a RN

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest416560's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

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    Over $300k in student loans - help.

    Hoosier_RN replied to friendlyskies's topic in General Nursing

    maybe? but I borrowed his materials from my library, made copies, an got myself out of enormous debt. He may work for some of us, not for others, kind of like some other