kbrn2002 ADN, RN

Geriatrics, Dialysis

RN from WI

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    Frequent Bathing is Harmful to Health: 17th Century Pilgrims

    kbrn2002 replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    I vaguely remember as a kid a movement to decrease water use, hearing "save water, shower with a friend" on either radio or TV ads. This would have been the late 60's to early 70's. I was too young...
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    At Clinic, Offered Hospital Position

    kbrn2002 replied to evamomo's topic in Nursing Career

    Is the clinic you are working for affiliated with a bigger medical system? You really should give the proper 2 week notice at minimum regardless, but if the clinic is part of a big system and not an...
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    New Job Not Working Out

    kbrn2002 replied to Gma24's topic in General Nursing

    Other than the trainer do you think you will like the job long term? Training won't last forever. By the way, acting "mad" when you ask questions is definitely not OK but telling you some of your...
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    Anatomy & Physiology

    kbrn2002 replied to Heather02128's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am a little surprised and disturbed that a nursing program would consider accepting pre-req credits that are 10 years old in the first place. Even with tutorials and a "crash course" that's a lot...
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    A Deep Dive into NCLEX Next Generation 2023

    kbrn2002 replied to Payton RN Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am a member of the NCSBN and participate in test writing panels. I am actually going to Chicago in late August for the first round of in person panels they have had since COVID. The confidentiality...
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    Taking a Long Leave of Absence from Work

    kbrn2002 replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I actually laughed and kind of thought that was a brilliant idea that I wish somebody at my old SNF had come up with. The year I quit there the first 7 months employee of the month went to either one...
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    Attire?

    kbrn2002 replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    If your manager suggested scrubs take that as an informal instruction to wear scrubs. Besides, they are more comfortable and in the long run more affordable than buying an entire business casual...
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    New VA job offer in another state

    kbrn2002 replied to jechro.08's topic in Government, Military

    Well as it's not 100% remote work you'd obviously have to move. First is the job opportunity enough of a step up to make moving worth it? Is it a good career move for you? The money is better, but is...
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    New Grad RN Can’t Find Job

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

    I'm in a border town with MN and I get it. The way you describe it makes me wonder if we are in the same location? There's 3 community college ADN programs and one 4 year university BSN program in...
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    Nightingale College - Or move out of state? So torn!

    kbrn2002 replied to Pretzel's topic in School, College Programs

    Your kids are young enough to be pretty flexible so as long as the schools are good in the new location I wouldn't be too concerned about about the impact on them. Frankly it'll be harder on you as...
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    Who do I escalate to ?

    kbrn2002 replied to Zamzam's topic in General Students

    Well that's very much no good. It's been a week since you posted, have you been able to reach anybody yet? Wasn't the class provided with a list of contact numbers either during registration or at the...
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    Challenge of Diaper Change Timeliness

    kbrn2002 replied to George Acenas's topic in General Nursing

    The SNF I worked in for many years had a normal ratio of 12:1 for CNA's to residents. The expectation was that all residents who were incontinent and/or mobility impaired were repositioned and checked...
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    Kathy Visits the Psychiatrist: Part 2

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Psychiatric

    Yep, sadly wishful thinking indeed. Problem is facilities use different charting software so they often don't talk nice to each other. Heck there's even a few facilities, mostly older and small that...
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    How do I go about re-negotiating my pay as a staff nurse?

    kbrn2002 replied to deadmanonhigh's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm assuming since you are in a position where you can negotiate your own compensation that you don't work in a union hospital. When the time comes to negotiate first address your manager, that...
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    Taking a Long Leave of Absence from Work

    kbrn2002 replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I know it's easier said than done but you should tell that family member in no uncertain terms to get
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    Which job should I take?

    kbrn2002 replied to birthworker's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with all posters, option A is the winner. You liked the interview, that's one plus. The shorter commute makes it the clear winner. Drive time is not paid so when you factor in the added a hours...
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    Retaking NCLEX For Licensure In Another State

    kbrn2002 replied to Rn198801's topic in Nursing Career

    Never heard of such a requirement in any state. As long as you've been actively working as a licensed nurse in any state it's generally a pretty easy process to apply for licensure by endorsement....
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    Shift Nurses Post-Pandemic

    kbrn2002 replied to Aaron Smith's topic in General Nursing

    What the heck is a "shift nurse?" Sounds like your basic traveler from reading this thinly veiled advertisement disguised as an article. Whatever company it is that hired this guy to write their...
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    Why are Nurses Leaving the Bedside?

    kbrn2002 replied to RN WRITER NC's topic in General Nursing

    Same. I left LTC about a month before COVID hit, my timing was accidental but couldn't have been better. I still have friends from there I keep in contact with and it's brutal. Despite offering large...
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    License Investigation

    kbrn2002 replied to Kimsetay88's topic in Nursing Career

    The BON is required to investigate every complaint, no matter how frivolous. With nothing to back up those complaints their investigation should find no fault and be closed with no further action...
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    What's the most you're willing to pay for an ADN-BSN program? What is the average decent price?

    kbrn2002 replied to Vee D's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Easy way to avoid them blowing up your phone. Just register for a Google Voice account, choose your phone number for the account and use that number. I've had a Google voice number for years, use it...
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    Went from PCU to ICU. Is it normal to feel like a new nurse?

    kbrn2002 replied to JJinTheBay's topic in Critical Care

    Not the same transition but I feel you. I changed specialties after 25 years. I'm an experienced, smart nurse with a broad base of knowledge. I was warned when I started this new chapter in dialysis...
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    Need Support/Advice

    kbrn2002 replied to aspiringnurse746090001's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry in advance because this doesn't seem to apply to OP's particular situation but I'll ask anyway. What can nurses leaving a bad relationship do to protect themselves from a stalker situation?...
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    What's the most you're willing to pay for an ADN-BSN program? What is the average decent price?

    kbrn2002 replied to Vee D's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Depending on where you work the cost could be zero. Many employers offer tuition assistance, check with HR to see if it's offered and what you need to do to take advantage. Only downside I can see...
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    Tramadol

    kbrn2002 replied to Corey Nguyen's topic in Patient Medications

    Why would you remember a specific medication you gave to a patient 2 weeks ago unless there was something unusual that was happening surrounding the med administration when you gave it? Heck I...