kbrn2002 ADN, RN

Geriatrics, Dialysis

RN from WI

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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...
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    Can you search anyone in the controlled substance monitoring database?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nveez's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Umm, why? Even if you could look up this information about a co-worker what on earth would make you want to do this? You do realize doing so would grossly violate HIPAA as well as a lot of...
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    Should I take the job?

    kbrn2002 replied to MiLin's topic in General Nursing

    Working in an LTC is all about the facility, the management and the staff. If it's good it can be a great place to work. If it's bad it can be a terrible experience. There's really no way to...
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    LPN failed out of RN program 2x, advice?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Go back to school when you feel ready for it. It's hard juggling school, work and life so make sure you have the time to dedicate to your schooling to succeed. That may require cutting down in hours...
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    Can Non-Licensed Individual Supervise RN and LVN?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nonie76's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It depends on state regulations. WI for instance has very specific language regarding LPN's in a supervisory role that only applies to LTC. In short the LPN can supervise non-care related tasks but...
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    The Healthcare Hero Paradox and the Alleged Nursing Shortage

    kbrn2002 replied to AM408's topic in General Nursing

    I can see why the powers that be decided lowering standards for nursing instructor's was needed. I don't agree with it but I can see it. I recently got a recruitment letter from a local community...
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    Emergency

    kbrn2002 replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    Oh my! Well that's no good. I sure hope as healing progresses your vision returns to
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    Dear Healthcare Leaders: Self-Care is Not the Answer

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Writing Nook's topic in General Nursing

    You are not wrong. We live within a broken system, health care is only one component of that. Mental health funding is minimal, addiction treatment is not readily available in many areas or if it is...
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    School Not Allowing Us to Take NCLEX

    kbrn2002 replied to JDS's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ahh, well that makes a little more sense I guess. The whole situation is still very strange though. Never heard of school that allows students to graduate and attend the graduation ceremony with an...
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    Have debt but don't know if I want to be an NP?

    kbrn2002 replied to daisychains11's topic in General Nursing

    Tuition assistance is a benefit offered by some employers. Heck, maybe it's an option with your current employer? Ask HR if you are unsure if the benefit is offered and what you need to do to qualify...