classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. I didn't even know this existed!

    classicdame replied to Morganalefey's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    have no idea how to merge the two. You might start with state regulations. Remember, you are always held to the standards of your highest license, which would be RN in this care (I

  2. Advice, please

    classicdame replied to monkeybug's topic in General Nursing

    what do you care what she hates? She is no longer your problem. If a future employer needs a reference they will call HR so I would contact them and let them know what you reported

  3. Is it possible for a RN to work five 12 hr days?

    classicdame replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in General Nursing

    it is possible,but not really smart. Fatigue increases the chance of making serious errors and/or having an injury. Plus, the reason you are working is to better your life in some way. Is working like...

  4. Allowing Corpsman to Become Nurses

    classicdame replied to Asystole RN's topic in Government, Military

    the education and training is not the same. Period. Some of the tasks are. Just because Obama had no experience in government does not mean we should have non-nurses in

  5. Things they won't tell you that you need but should get?!

    classicdame replied to cadymariexoxo's topic in General Students

    I doubt the instructors will know or care. Bring backup pens. Be prepared and ask questions. Act like you are interested and be polite. That will take you a long

  6. Online BSN - Is it taken seriously?

    classicdame replied to Jmiami's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with above post. State schools offer online programs too, and are far less expensive. Plus, your employers will recognize the name and not care if it was online or

  7. what are you going to do with this order?

    classicdame replied to hnwxmo's topic in Patient Medications

    incomplete order. Back to

  8. My appearance being an issue

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

    Modification and genetic traits are not the same. I guess everyone has their own parameters, but tattoos don't bother me unless they are on the face or are vulgar. Piercings don't bother me unless...

  9. Medication error report spreadsheets

    classicdame replied to NayNaeRN's topic in Nurse Management

    why don't you ask the risk manager for your facility if there is a tool available or a sample of work he/she prefers. Might save you lots of

  10. Policies and Procedures?

    classicdame replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Nurse Management

    If you give a reference then it needs to be accessible to the staff. we have Mosby's Nursing Skills on all the computers in the patient care areas. The problem with procedures being written down is...

  11. Feel so guilty and like such a loser

    classicdame replied to Stoogesfan's topic in General Students

    it just is different when the patient is not a manikin.Now you know that, so the next time you will be more prepared mentally. I read a book once about a medical student who had a similar reaction...

  12. Has anyone ever coded for you at clinical ?

    classicdame replied to mchssrn8813's topic in General Students

    this will happen again sometime in your career because, believe it or not, you are not a miracle worker. You do not have the power to "save" everyone. People die in spite of all we do for them. Your...

  13. My first clinical course and I hate it

    classicdame replied to EP10's topic in General Students

    I sure remember those days. You sound like me, wanting a list of what you can and cannot do. I recommend you consider this: Only DO what is in your objectives. Otherwise, your job is to keep the...

  14. Whistle-blowing now i'm the bad guy!

    classicdame replied to FWNATURIST's topic in General Nursing

    There should be an anti-bullying, harrassment, workplace violence, etc. clause in the company's code of conduct. Get a copy of the code. If you are fired you can use that as a type of "contract"....

  15. Which way to go?

    classicdame replied to kmichaels50's topic in General Nursing

    The BSN is more versatile. Certifications may require BSN and most require at least two years working in that area of interest. Try talking to a nurse educator who might have some insight. Good

  16. Question about TB test

    classicdame replied to jennaroo's topic in General Nursing

    maybe not wrong but certainly over-reacting. You cannot walk around being sterile unless you live in a bubble. I believe you are probably

  17. Teaching Plan

    classicdame replied to Born2Care4All's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    fun might make it seem trivial to the patient. My daughter has PTSD and her biggest complaint is that "nobody understands". Probably true, but if I try to lighten her mood she gets angry. I recommend...

  18. Staffing Ratios

    classicdame replied to ChiTownRN5's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    recommend you confer with your CNO. They are not interested in how hard you work. But they are interested in HCAHPS and patient satisfaction and turnover and patient safety. Create an argument along...

  19. Lantus - Does it matter evening or night?

    classicdame replied to miragal's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Agree with CDEWannaBe. Have read literature that residents of LTC who wander at night were given snack and they then slept for several more hours. Turns how they were hypoglycemic. I personally...

  20. For the love of God, I cannot figure out why my pretend pt is taking Flagyl!!!

    classicdame replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I just remembered. A friend has Crohn's and she takes Flagyl sometimes prophylactically to protect her gut when she is having

  21. Clinical significance help

    classicdame replied to everydaytr's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    looks like an infection going on -S. marcesens is a fungus. It is the pink stuff that will grow in wet places, like your shower or bathtub. It can get in your lungs and cause pneumonia. Plus, anything...

  22. Question about being audited.

    classicdame replied to NurseFrustrated's topic in General Nursing

    I have to keep mine for five years because I have a board certification that is renewed every five years. But for the state, I only need to keep them for the two year period between renewals....

  23. Patient assignments by room # not acuity

    classicdame replied to PediLove2147's topic in General Nursing

    Literature (and maybe your NPA) recommends assignment by acuity and by nurse's own competency level. That said, assignment by room would suit me IF I got only 3 rooms when the acuities are higher and...

  24. Livescribe Pen: To Buy or Not to Buy

    classicdame replied to bdicenzo's topic in General Students

    personally I do not see how a verbatim recording will help you learn. You make notes on the things YOU need to remember. The thoughts have to flow from your brain to your hand. The pen is just a tool...

  25. If you eat your young... (venting)

    classicdame replied to allie1230's topic in General Students

    The charge nurse was out of line. Her gripe was that you were being unprofessional but she was as guilty. I bet the supervisor was trying to get you to discuss how you felt about the charge nurse's...