classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. drug test

    classicdame replied to Isitpossible's topic in General Nursing

    relax. Might not even show

  2. I hate ignorant people...

    classicdame replied to sarah620's topic in General Nursing

    one of the first things you learn as a nurse: you can't fix

  3. I'm so disappointed in myself...

    classicdame replied to DisappointedRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most new nurses are overwhelmed, and rightly so. There is a lot of responsibility and work in being a nurse. If your manager cannot assist you then you may consider a transfer to another unit. I doubt...

  4. Why are some people so successful while other's are failing

    classicdame replied to lifein08's topic in General Nursing

    choices. My cousins and I all went to the sames schools and our families had the same values. None of them got any more education. Now, years later, they complain about not having money for this or...

  5. Accrediation - which ones matter the most?

    classicdame replied to WorkingTowardsBSN's topic in General Students

    what matters most is that your state has approved that school's program so you will be eligible to get a license.Your BON probably has a list of approved

  6. Soon to be grad looking for advice

    classicdame replied to cmcb2006's topic in General Nursing

    Float pool is not a good place to learn how to be a nurse. In fact, they may not even accept new grads. Work somewhere to learn the ropes, then begin to float. You have to work independently as a...

  7. Vent about management......

    classicdame replied to nicenurselpn's topic in General Nursing

    what about non-Christians? Which holidays do they

  8. Could I get scabies by taking pt's blood sugar?

    classicdame replied to treeye's topic in General Nursing

    is scabies a bloodborne pathogen? No, contact. Wear gloves and wash

  9. What's the first thing you'll buy when you're officially an RN?

    classicdame replied to mssjez's topic in General Students

    I have seen many new grads get in trouble financially because that first paycheck seemed like a million dollars compared to no paycheck. Exercise caution, at least till you finish your probationary...

  10. I'm SO ******!!!

    classicdame replied to aachavez's topic in General Students

    never happened to me but would certainly tell the instructor. Is there anyway you can make it password protected then email the password to the

  11. Does your personal doctor work where you work?

    classicdame replied to Calder's topic in General Nursing

    happens all the time. Don't worry about

  12. first day high..

    classicdame replied to iamgabrielle's topic in Medical-Surgical

    you are kidding, right? Why would you leave out any

  13. Where do they find these clinical instructors?

    classicdame replied to theantichick's topic in General Students

    as a former instructor who left for more money in a hospital I will say that yes, there are bad instructors. There are bad students

  14. Pretty sure my clinical instructor HATES me.

    classicdame replied to kmartin906's topic in General Students

    report her to the dean. This is unprofessional behavior. Remember, you PAID for the privilege of being

  15. Orienting a new hire - issues

    classicdame replied to teleRN08's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    poor attitude is a reflection of low self esteem. That may be a problem, but it is not MY problem and I think you did the right thing by talking to the manager. Lots of this to deal with from people...

  16. Men in OB/Peds Nursing....Any thoughts?....

    classicdame replied to Wild Irish LPN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I worked in a large pedi hospital with several male nurses. Most wanted to be in the critical care areas but the ones I worked with on the floor were great. They gave the kids a sense of stability and...

  17. Sedentary Nursing Jobs

    classicdame replied to dthfytr's topic in General Nursing

    I am now in education for the same reason. I get help with moving tables and chairs around for

  18. Is attending a patient's funeral overstepping "the" boundary?

    classicdame replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    if you feel your presence would support, not offend, the family then by all means go. Our community extends beyond our workplace, and I have neighbors, church family-----. Regrets for the loss you are...

  19. Reporting Errors

    classicdame replied to Vespertinas's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    if you are not the only one who knows about the situation, including patients or families, report it. If you are the only one, think twice. My opinion, of

  20. Legal issues with only one RN on the floor

    classicdame replied to photocodo's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I turned down a job for this reason years ago, even though the pay was better than the job I took. Paying me a little extra did not make up for the stress and

  21. Lvn...documentation error

    classicdame replied to Equus's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I wonder if the CNA's were also disciplined? I would be looking elsewhere for a job, if possible. This is nothing short of

  22. Struggling new grad. Tips on critical thinking

    classicdame replied to leilo0's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Given this information, how will you change your plan? How will you prioritize your work today? What other alternative measures would work? What else could be causing this problem? How will you...

  23. IV flulids/solutions and WHY??

    classicdame replied to Tsatalstrana's topic in General Nursing

    I got the Fluids and Electrolytes for dummies book and it is helpful. Isotonic fluids have tendency to be about equal in blood and in cells Hypertonic fluids tend to be MORE in the blood (used if...

  24. IVs on baby-Am I too sensitive?

    classicdame replied to RN4kidz11's topic in Pediatric

    Our pedi dept uses ultrasound guided IV insertion. Prevents multiple sticks and is a patient satisfier (keyword to use to justify cost). Also, I have found the vein in the forehead to be more...

  25. PICC Ports that won't Flush

    classicdame replied to *4!#6's topic in General Nursing

    Replace cap with a new one. Sometimes a clot forms in the cap because a nurse did not flush and clamp with positive pressure. Ask your dept mgr to get a copy of the Infusion Nurse Society standards....