kbrn2002 ADN, RN

Geriatrics, Dialysis

RN from WI

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    I really want to quit..any advice?

    kbrn2002 replied to Sunny Diem's topic in General Nursing

    I think you'll encounter demanding behavior from patients and their families pretty much wherever you work. If the patient can't speak for themselves odds are there is going to be a family member...
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    Am I a coward for going on FMLA due to COVID?

    kbrn2002 replied to ML1376's topic in Disaster Preparation

    With you underlying health conditions leaving that environment is proactive and hard to fault. Hopefully you are financially stable enough to ride out a time of not working. With all procedures and...
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    Why do so many cheerleaders enter nursing?

    kbrn2002 replied to RitzyCinnamonRoll's topic in General Nursing

    Funny but true situation for me. A few years ago my sister in law was living in Salt Lake City and needed to go to the ER while I was visiting. I noticed that every single staff member there was...
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    Coronavirus-Are we ready to talk about rationing care?

    kbrn2002 replied to dinah77's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I've never had a vent patient so I have a question for those of you familiar with using a vent. I've seen more than a few news clips of various politicians quite angrily yelling about the need for...
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    kbrn2002 replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    I honestly don't know whether to offer my condolences or congratulations on your parting ways with Wrongway. So... I'll go for congratulations! Welcome to unemployment! Or maybe early retirement?...
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    DON on cart

    kbrn2002 replied to arainh20's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I don't know how the management nurses are getting anything done about now. There have been so many call outs recently that there's been no option but for management to work the cart. With all the...
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    kbrn2002 replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    I have no advice as you seem to have the situation well in hand and you are definitely aware of which way the wind is blowing. I've just been sitting back and cheering you on! This has reminded me of...
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    kbrn2002 replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    That cancer is a royal B! Hopefully that is not what your sister has going on Davey Do. Despite family history it's not a guaranteed diagnosis by any means. Heck, going by family history I'm doomed....
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    COVID-19: NCLEX Changed!!

    kbrn2002 replied to Clover123's topic in Disaster Preparation

    NCSBN website has a lot of study resources in the candidate section. Advantage there is the study materials were created by the people that write and administer the test. Second advantage is they are...
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    COVID-19: NCLEX Changed!!

    kbrn2002 replied to Clover123's topic in Disaster Preparation

    They are taking out non-scored questions. I am familiar with the test writing process as I've served on several NCLEX writing panels for NCSBN at Pearson Vue and while the removal of non scored...
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    Manager ignoring me?

    kbrn2002 replied to Kind-N-Caring's topic in General Nursing

    If your manager is the least bit aware that you have changed your mind about pursuing employment on that unit after your nurse extern position is complete you are pretty darn low on her list of...
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    pre-employment

    kbrn2002 replied to fishinRN's topic in General Nursing

    I started a new job recently. No testing for nicotine. There is an insurance premium rate increase for smokers but they are not requiring a test to prove you don't use nicotine
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    COVID-19: Pearson VUE test cancellation

    kbrn2002 replied to rnpediyuh's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Well that's an unprecedented move on their part! Looks like testing centers will be limited and all of them in major metropolitan areas only? That could present a challenge to those that would need...
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    Do I hold out for the job I want?

    kbrn2002 replied to bluescrubs's topic in General Nursing

    It would depend on where the hospital is in the hiring process. If the surgical department actually hires you with a start date pending because of the department slowdown go ahead and accept if you...
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    I quit

    kbrn2002 replied to ADN_Is_Complete's topic in General Nursing

    With the current strain on healthcare resources you are in a rather unique position. Everybody seems to be hiring for ED and ICU and having some experience should give you a bit of an advantage. So...
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    I just got hired in a plastic surgery clinic. Are these red flags?

    kbrn2002 replied to Puppylover0213's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a little late to this party. No update from OP? Wondering if she took the job or
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    Bringing your own masks to work..

    kbrn2002 replied to DesiDani's topic in Disaster Preparation

    If you are lucky enough to work in a facility with no shortage of PPE abide by their current policies. Keep those masks available though as I would expect that policy to be a bit more flexible when a...
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    COVID-19: Pearson VUE test cancellation

    kbrn2002 replied to rnpediyuh's topic in Disaster Preparation

    While this does truly stink for those of you ready and eager to test I have to agree with Rose_Queen . Just about every health care setting is scrambling to adjust to new policies and procedures....
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    Any RN student clinicals cancelled because of COVID-19?

    kbrn2002 replied to llg's topic in Disaster Preparation

    There are several ADN programs and one BSN program here which is a border state area that includes parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin. There are other allied health programs as well that require a...
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    Coronavirus and Schools

    kbrn2002 replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    The closure does put nurses in a strange position of really not being needed. There might be paperwork that needs to be maintained and updated but with no students there's certainly not much need for...
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    Advice on working nights 7P-7A in LTC? Haven't work nights before

    kbrn2002 replied to mustlovedogs's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Good advice so far! I can think of a couple of things to add though. Make a small bag/container of office supplies you usually use at night and keep it in your locker. If you run out of post-it...
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    HELP! Old new grad in LTC need advice ASAP From LTC nurses

    kbrn2002 replied to lyssak's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    A 31 bed unit is pretty large even by LTC standards if you are the only nurse. It'll be doable, barely as long as you have good CNA's and management. Expect a massive med pass. There will be a mix...
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    Please help, feel trapped

    kbrn2002 replied to Guest716906's topic in General Nursing

    Glad the workman's comp was a good option for you. That'll at least give you some room to breathe. Good luck with the upcoming interviews! You already have case management experience so that'll give...
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    Seeking advice for a new dialysis nurse

    kbrn2002 replied to kbrn2002's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Thanks! So far I am really enjoying the challenge of actually learning something new. I work for the F, so we are with the same company. They are the only dialysis provider in my area. Nine...
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    Please help, feel trapped

    kbrn2002 replied to Guest716906's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry you are having such a rough time. You sound like you are physically and mentally burnt out. I can't imagine the stress of that. But in reality the stress of being unemployed will probably...