meownsmile

meownsmile BSN, RN

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  1. night shift depression

    meownsmile replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    Ive found when i work nights i have a horrible time playing catch up on the days that im off. Exactly why i dont work any more nights than i have to. Ill find someone to exchange shifts anything....

  2. Thank you's - memorable ones you've received?

    meownsmile replied to Liddle Noodnik's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Originally it was me(my)own smile,, but it kind of went into "meow & smile",, doesnt matter,, im a kitty person too, and have friends that call me Kat,, so it all

  3. Best and worst?

    meownsmile replied to KC Nurse 2 Be's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree with sillentfades.. There is no reason HIPPA should stop a facility from letting people shadow. There are waivers you can sign agreeing not to divulge any information that you may have access...

  4. Thank you's - memorable ones you've received?

    meownsmile replied to Liddle Noodnik's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I had the son of a woman i cared for during her last hours bring me an angel night light from her home the day before christmas. It was so nice. He had come across it in her home and thought of me so...

  5. Admissions at end of shift

    meownsmile replied to DeLynn's topic in General Nursing

    When i get a admission that close to the end of the shift. I will usually do everything you did and maybe some of the admission but i usually will let the oncoming shift do the physical assessment....

  6. Help*please* co-worker lying blaming me for her possible mistake

    meownsmile replied to MarsMe's topic in General Nursing

    If you havent already start now, to build a rappore with the office nurses you deal with. Even though we are all busy i always ask how they are, if they are busy today etc. They may only know me as...

  7. New med-surg nurse here....

    meownsmile replied to TXNurseBSN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I use our "action sheets" that are printed out for each patient. I write morning report notes in red. Things i need to give in report and new orders etc in black. I usually have them in my pocket...

  8. What do you guys put on your trauma patients with nasty abrasions from skidding along the road?

    meownsmile replied to jax's topic in Orthopedic

    It depends on the doctor. Occasionally I have seen a phisoderm wash, rinse with saline then xerofoam dressing. Occasionally i have seen just saline cleanse and TAO with 4x4 dressing. Different docs...

  9. east st. louis

    meownsmile replied to hoyt69's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I agree E. St.Louis in general isnt the best area to work in if you can avoid it. Not necisarily saying the hospital, i dont know about their facility, but the geographical area isnt the

  10. Capital Area School of Practical Nursing, Springfield Illinois

    meownsmile replied to hrslvr1970's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Valifay,, i think there is as one of the RN's that i work with just finished the program and i know she had to wait a full year after finishing her pre-reqs to start her bridge and last year. So i...

  11. Question About a Wound Vac (long)

    meownsmile replied to Sapphy's topic in General Nursing

    Wow,, big problem. Obviously the vac isnt working the way they wanted it to now that she is eating. She is probly headed for a revision of her wound at some point because of the bile problem. But...

  12. Smoking on Hospital Property

    meownsmile replied to htrn's topic in General Nursing

    Our facility did this a year or so ago. People deal with it. Yes nicotine patches are readily available and are considered standing order. We just have to write the order and get them from pharmacy...

  13. Being made to work as an aide...need advice

    meownsmile replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Nursing

    They should have a rotation book, everyone takes their turn, period. Eventually the ones who "wont" do it will be gone because they wont be able to be a team player. They will call in sick to not...

  14. NPO and meds

    meownsmile replied to RN2B07's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Sliding scale insulin is given to treat a known increase in sugar. It isnt ment to treat what the patient may be on the next draw. Even though the patient is NPO if the blood sugar is high it may...

  15. Hoyer Lift,sitten Stand.

    meownsmile replied to buildingmyfaith57's topic in General Nursing

    I think for the safety of everyone the use of 2 people with any equipment use like that is in order. I have no idea if it is a state reg,, but in my book it is MY reg. Things can go bad to quick not...

  16. Got Any Tips For Post-op Lap Chole ? Want To Share Your Experience? Any Tips ?

    meownsmile replied to passing thru's topic in General Nursing

    You are so right,, and there are a percentage that do have some post op conditions that may never go away. You have to learn what to do and what NOT to do to control them. Some have problems with...

  17. Hospitals/5 star amenities--what do you think?

    meownsmile replied to EDGRADNURSE's topic in General Nursing

    If a hospital feels they need to put in these type of ammenities they also need to provide them in private rooms with private duty nurses and the cost should reflect all the "extras" they pay for....

  18. Gen X Precepting Baby Boomer.................

    meownsmile replied to Furoffire's topic in General Nursing

    Doesnt make a bit of difference to me. Im older, i was precepted, i am doing the precepting now and as long as they know their stuff somewhat,, it works. Havent had one yet,, either older or younger...

  19. Agnostic/Athiest Beliefs and Comforting a Dying Patient

    meownsmile replied to HisDaughterJeanne's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, respecting the patients faith is most important at that time. It shouldnt matter what YOU believe, its not your faith or lack of that makes any difference. Offer to call their minister or...

  20. addicted to allnurses

    meownsmile replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    it is addictive. But like any other, you have to TRY to control the cravings. LOL But at least its a healthy addiction and doesnt really do anything but maybe put a few pounds and inches on as you...

  21. Random Question about chewing gum

    meownsmile replied to labcat01's topic in General Nursing

    OMG,, yes,, if she were my kid interviewing on a national news show chompin on her cud like that, id have to call her home to re-slap her. How rude and disrespectful that was!!! for

  22. Random Question about chewing gum

    meownsmile replied to labcat01's topic in General Nursing

    I think chewing gum if ok as long it is done in a respectable manner. Personally i cant stand someone who cant chew with their mouths closed or has a propensity to snap and knaw their gum like a...

  23. Any LPN programs in Illinois?

    meownsmile replied to candyjacks's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Check Parkland college in champaign, not sure if they have a program or not. Have you googled yet? Try Danville Community College. They are listed as having a program in google. Good

  24. Capital Area School of Practical Nursing, Springfield Illinois

    meownsmile replied to hrslvr1970's topic in Illinois Nursing

    LLCC LPN program goes straight into their RN program,, no bridging needed. Have you ruled that program

  25. Nicotine patches while smoking

    meownsmile replied to Nascar nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Uhmm, can they say nicotine overdose. Theres a reason the patch materials tell you not to smoke while using