meownsmile

meownsmile BSN, RN

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  1. Body Glitter?

    meownsmile replied to sissyboo's topic in General Nursing

    I wont comment as to whether he did or didnt intend to have it on, but i will say there are body cremes/lotions that you can buy that have shimmer in it. Do you think he grabbed someone's (girlfriend...

  2. Insurance: The Urban Legend.

    meownsmile replied to Zizka's topic in General Nursing

    I think if you are going to see any difference at all through the Er it may be the difference between a HMO and a

  3. 9 months to plan this...buy a camera!

    meownsmile replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I dont know how big your unit is but is there any reason your facility cant buy a case of disposables and have them available when these things arise. The patient can be charged a fee before the...

  4. Now what??

    meownsmile replied to CyndieRN2007's topic in General Nursing

    So if you are tired, take some time and breath a little. Do the things you put off during school, concentrate on getting a job. After you get through your orientation and are getting comfortable in...

  5. Back injuries?

    meownsmile replied to dmarie (GA)'s topic in General Nursing

    I injured my back in 97, however i dont think it was from nursing. I think it came from a previous job. Luckily i dont have residual pain or problems after surgery. But believe me it wasnt fun...

  6. Nurse to patient law

    meownsmile replied to Mirth's topic in Illinois Nursing

    We have always had that threat over our heads where unions are concerned. Big trouble if they find out one of their nurses brings union information into the facility. It does happen now and then but...

  7. Do you use filtered needles for Im injections

    meownsmile replied to ceen's topic in Emergency

    Better not be anyone come at me to give me a shot with a filter needle. The ONLY thing we use them for are drawing from ampules, then the filter needle is discarded and we use a regular needle to...

  8. how do i max my income as new grad

    meownsmile replied to focker-male nurse's topic in General Nursing

    New grad salaries are usually not really negotiable unless you have had some prior experience in the medical field. If you were a LPN and going back to the hospital you were at you might be able to...

  9. Who Must "Take the Fall?"

    meownsmile replied to Simplepleasures's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    also banditrn,, maybe you should go to the DON and ask her if they are available so you can prevent the interruption she had the other night at 1045. I would think she would make sure they were where...

  10. Who Must "Take the Fall?"

    meownsmile replied to Simplepleasures's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It should be written on the incident or unusual occurance report forms that your facility provide. Put them in an envelope and push it under the DON's door if that is who recieves them, but... make...

  11. Who Must "Take the Fall?"

    meownsmile replied to Simplepleasures's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thats exactly why i write up any meds missing in my cassettes on a med error sheet (directed at pharmacy). I write up a physician that is writing a illegal abbreviation or a wrong med on an unusual...

  12. Very Angry, About to go POSTAL!! (long vent)

    meownsmile replied to hptogram's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have to agree, dont jump the rungs of the ladder unless you have definate proof in writing or physically that someone has blatently crossed the line. The higher up the ladder you get the more...

  13. Wiping Butt...

    meownsmile replied to Chicagoan's topic in General Nursing

    LOL just spoke to a coworker today who had 2 patients in for bowel disimpaction. So i guess id rather wipe the butt than be reachin into the butt. I guess the OP might want to think about that, it...

  14. Nurses just want everyone to have a foley!

    meownsmile replied to MrsWampthang's topic in General Nursing

    No foleys in my facility unless needed to prevent a surgical dressing from getting soiled, decubitus dressing, surgical procedure that prevents the patient from getting up at all and then it will be...

  15. help me figure out how to say...

    meownsmile replied to all4schwa's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is completely right to ask family members to please observe the visiting rules. No more than 2 visitors at a time and to please limit their time because other family would like to reassure...

  16. Wiping Butt...

    meownsmile replied to Chicagoan's topic in General Nursing

    Truthfully, id rather be wiping butt than be a butt wipe. I think that is probly a good comparison between nursing and some "other"

  17. You Know You're a Young(er) Nurse when...

    meownsmile replied to cristina26houston's topic in General Nursing

    ... when all you ask for Christmas is a pair of bandage sissors and a name tag for your brand new stethescope. .... when you get your new stethescope and a portable BP cuff and want to take everyone's...

  18. Merry Christmas

    meownsmile replied to mamason's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Thank you and Merry Christmas to U also. Im just glad the 10+ inches of snow is

  19. How loyal must one be?! Considering work change...

    meownsmile replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    I think as far as changes go,, both physically and administratively you are going to get this anyplace you go. Healthcare is changing daily and facilities have to keep up with progress as do we...

  20. for the heels - isn't sheepskin used anymore?

    meownsmile replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    We use a waffle boot. Similar to the waffle matress, made by the same company. Inflated with velcro strips to keep in place. They make one that goes up to the knee now and we use those...

  21. Deathbed visions

    meownsmile replied to SCRN1's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen it before and am sure i will in the future. I have never seen it upset a patient. They usually seem very content and matter of fact when they have these

  22. Difficulty with a CNA

    meownsmile replied to NurseWi_JennJenn's topic in General Nursing

    There is a cure for it. SCRN 1 has the ticket. Nicely pull them aside, let them vent ,, then give it to them straight. Pull no punches and let them know exactly what YOU have to do in your shift,...

  23. What part of pt care gets overlooked most often

    meownsmile replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    Ha,, i agree, if i were to mention a backrub for someone (while most of the staff are sitting at the desk) they would look at me like i was from Mars. Oral care is another biggie i agree with that....

  24. They Think I'm Working Christmas??

    meownsmile replied to jodyangel's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with you. If they expect you to do 2 12's over the weekend why would they not find a way to get you off on christmas day. Do they really think you cant find another job someplace...

  25. Insulin verification

    meownsmile replied to metalmom's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on the facility and the particular nurse sometimes. My facility doesnt require it,, but good nursing practice prompts most nurses to have another set of eyes look it over