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  1. Is late or lack of Documentation a reason for fireability?

    Nurseways replied to EternalFeather's topic in General Nursing

    My first job as a nurse was in a CICU, and I was overwhelmed every single day! Of course, this was in the day of Paper Charting. As a new nurse, you need to find an organization system that works for...

  2. Is late or lack of Documentation a reason for fireability?

    Nurseways replied to EternalFeather's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree with this! I have been a nurse for 25 years, in that time i have only known 7 nurses who were

  3. Help :(

    Nurseways replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats, on the new relationship! I love the idea of working one day a month as sort of a trial. There is something about the new phase of the relationship, heart racing, daydreaming, loving the...

  4. Mandatory Influenza Vaccine

    Nurseways replied to AllisonMcTigue's topic in General Nursing

    At my Healthcare System, it is either get the flu shot or wear a mask (allergies or any other reason) for the duration of flu season while on the

  5. Applying for another state license

    Nurseways replied to Juniper83's topic in Travel

    Juniper, I moved from Indiana to Florida four years ago. It was an exhausting process. You don't have to be a resident of Fl to get a Fl license!. I know a lot of travelers that are from out of state...

  6. I need a hug. <slightly off topic>

    Nurseways replied to OhioBPH's topic in School

    Another article entitled, Why stress happens and how to manage it Stress: Why does it happen and how can we manage it? gives some truly benifical suggestions about handling stress. Do you think you...

  7. Men not helpful

    Nurseways replied to Sarah2018's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would NEVER recommend emailing someone about this issue. 1. What you see as doing nothing, may not be true. What you saw was a "snapshot" a moment in someone else's day. As you were very busy, doing...

  8. Hiring manager offered position, HR said no and won't tell me why.

    Nurseways replied to MiloRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry this happenned to you, but think of it as a learning exeprience. Here are a few things you can do before your next interview. 1. [/b]Consult with a professional resume service.[/b] They can...

  9. Associates or bachelor

    Nurseways replied to Sanchez788's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with what others are advising you. Another thing to consider is this. If the hospital you want to work for has Magnet status, then you probably won't get an interview with an ADN. Only you...

  10. Is 54 too old to get a doctorate degree?

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

    You are truly an example to us all. Your post reminded me of an article I read the other day, How To Tell If Someone Is Truly Smart Or Just Average by Michael Simmons. The article talked about the...

  11. Relocating and salary negotiation

    Nurseways replied to mmmidori's topic in General Nursing

    mmmidori, My husband and I relocated from Indiana to Florida 4 years ago. I knew the general area where I wanted to work, but I knew nothing about which hospital was a good fit. I dodged one bullet,...

  12. Create a Meme - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Nurseways replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Nurse, "Look, I get it. None of us like it, but the Staff Only Bathroom is out of order. If you have to "go" that badly, use the Public Bathroom. Worf, "Are you suggesting that I "Go where no Nurse...

  13. Create a Meme - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Nurseways replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    I know we need a culturally diverse nursing staff, but

  14. Create a Meme - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Nurseways replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Worf, how many times do I have to write you up for not following the dress

  15. What's your best catch?

    Nurseways replied to beekee's topic in General Nursing

    I was working on a high-risk antepartum unit. The attending physician and the perinatologist agreed to discharge a patient when they made the morning rounds. This lady was there for "abdominal pain"...

  16. Doctors Say the Darnedest Things - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Nurseways replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    I once worked in a busy LDRP unit where had Family Medicine Residents completed their OB rotations. One night, a patient at 34 weeks gestation, with a partial abruption, started having a...

  17. Best Tips for Nurses - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Nurseways replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    My Nursing Tips After more than 25 years as a nurse, I have learned: First, when you are getting shift report listen to what the other nurse has to say. Be respectful, clarify what you don't...

  18. Last Clinical Rotation :)

    Nurseways replied to emmjayy's topic in General Students

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  19. Just tell me to hang in there

    Nurseways replied to djksjdalksjf's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    As frustrating as this is, consider it merely a speed bump on YOUR Nursing Journey! Here are my suggestions: 1. If you do not currently work in Healthcare, find a job in a Healthcare organization....

  20. WGU English CLEP requirements?

    Nurseways replied to Mermaid0701's topic in School, College Programs

    Dear Mermaid 701, I was fortunate because when I first went to WGU to obtain my BSN, I only needed two non-Nursing classes that were required, Biochemistry and Statistics. The very first thing I would...

  21. Anyone out there attend a RN to BSN program?

    Nurseways replied to Alexx_xox's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Alex, I completed my RN-BSN program in 2015. I started at WGU 20 years after I obtained my Associate Degree. It took me 18 months, however, I could have finished a lot sooner. We moved from Indiana to...