kbrn2002 ADN, RN

Geriatrics, Dialysis

RN from WI

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    ALERT: Nonsterile IV saline sent to facilities

    kbrn2002 replied to nurseprnRN's topic in General Nursing

    Gosh it does!
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    Find your Specialty Quiz

    kbrn2002 replied to Sisyphus_01's topic in General Students

    Certified Nurse Midwife???? That is SO far out of my wheelhouse! Absolutely zero interest in OB/GYN, as a matter of fact if a woman goes into labor around me I will be the nurse in the corner quoting...
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    Too old for BSN?

    kbrn2002 replied to forever88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Too old? Yikes! I was 37 when I finished, most of my cohort were non-traditional second degree students ranging from 25 to over 50 years
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    What did I do wrong?

    kbrn2002 replied to mzsuccess's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Your first paragraph includes things that are very much within the CNA scope of practice. The second paragraph not so much. No matter how laid back an atmosphere there is, I would never take a second...
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    Being complained about behind your back

    kbrn2002 replied to joemomma35's topic in Men in Nursing

    There are always people at work that behave like children, running to "mommy" with every little complaint. You would think that management should be aware of this and see through it, but not always....
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    What did I do wrong?

    kbrn2002 replied to mzsuccess's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You better be 100% sure a mistake is about to happen or you will not make your nurse happy! If you find a med not taken at bedside, of course let your nurse know it wasn't taken. That may not be an...
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    ALERT: Nonsterile IV saline sent to facilities

    kbrn2002 replied to nurseprnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't deal with a lot of IV fluids where I work, but I gotta say I don't think I would've caught that. Looking at the pictures of the product, I am pretty positive that without this heads up I would...
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    Is it OK to discipline nurses extra for calling in sick on a holiday?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Good plan! I will try this. From now on if I feel miserable enough to not care that the previous shift will get mandated because I called in, well then I'll call in and try to have no
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    Which is a better path?

    kbrn2002 replied to thich's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congratulations on having options! With the current job market it's not real common to have choices between offered positions. If your eventual goal is ICU, look at the job requirements and experience...
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    Leaving my job

    kbrn2002 replied to joe007's topic in Nursing Career

    Submit a written notice of resignation to your DON and make sure to keep a copy for yourself. If you don't submit you letter of resignation in person, follow up to make sure the DON got it. Give a...
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    Interview !! NEED HELP

    kbrn2002 replied to work77's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Holy smokes! 200 applicants for 1 position? Talk about competitive. The advice you are getting is great, all I have to add is good
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    Refuse to Renew Status

    kbrn2002 replied to guest878957's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You really should consult an attorney familiar with your states BON regulations. I have no clue what the cost might be, but if you intend to keep your license the cost will be worth it. Good
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    case study

    kbrn2002 replied to eliscar's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Watching too much History channel, all I can picture is President John Adams in a white wig and hose bleeding out. Not a pretty picture! On a more serious note: Where is your head going with this? If...
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    why do nurses discourage nursing students?

    kbrn2002 replied to direw0lf's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Oh boy, here we go...NETY alert! FYI, more experienced nurses do not as a rule discourage newer nurses from succeeding. We just want to see newer nurses practice safely, and by the way, age has...
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    Um.....what?

    kbrn2002 replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Ok, so my theory may be correct after all. The goal statement and the evaluation/documentation statement are dated the same [5/28/14]. This means the goal was set at some time prior to reach that...
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    Considering nursing school

    kbrn2002 replied to theladyemma17's topic in General Students

    Wow that's a lot to cover! I bet you get a ton of different answers, for what's it's worth here's mine. Pros and cons of nursing school can be largely program specific, but no matter where you go to...
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    Stressed pre-nursing undergrad

    kbrn2002 replied to student789's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Once you enter the nursing program there is no way around it, it will probably be pretty intense. Take your time with the pre-reqs if that is what works for you. Get those and all the generals you can...
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    Um.....what?

    kbrn2002 replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Was the time elapsed between setting the goal and the evaluation statement somewhere in the question? The only thing I can come up with is if the time elapsed is less than the three weeks stated in...
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    Student Loan

    kbrn2002 replied to hero.nurse's topic in General Students

    Different degree but the idea is the same...my son is a PT, graduated with $140,000 + debt. He took a job as a traveler. Not only does he get to see different parts of the country before he settles...
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    Question Of The Day!

    kbrn2002 replied to Theor23's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry for what you've been through. It sounds trite, but I do firmly believe that all any of us can do is look forward. I know it is hard to find that school/life balance, but it can be done. As...
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    Rate per Diem and hourly for home care

    kbrn2002 replied to caring024's topic in General Nursing

    That can vary hugely depending on location and job market. If you are interested in more responses please start a new thread and include your location with the
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    As an RN would you ever take a job as...

    kbrn2002 replied to melme's topic in General Nursing

    If you are willing to accept the lower pay because you want that job find out if you can be hired as the RN you are but with the lower LPN
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    What did I do wrong?

    kbrn2002 replied to mzsuccess's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This situation is why I would never, no way work for an assisted living or any other setting that allowed a non licensed staff to administer meds, or even assist with administering meds by opening a...
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    I wish RN schools would quit teaching the RN students LPN's can't do anything!

    kbrn2002 replied to Wannabeeinscrubs's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Agree with you RNsRWe. There is too much confusion in the standards of practice state to state. In WI at least there are even differences in scope of practice from setting to setting [LTC LPN's can do...
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    I need some advice about being a patient!

    kbrn2002 replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with above. Request an OT consult, there is a ton of adaptive equipment available to help you and OT would be the ones to steer you in right direction. Best wishes for a speedy