meownsmile

meownsmile BSN, RN

Med/Surg, Ortho

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  1. IL LPNs and blood transfusions

    meownsmile replied to PurpleHairUnicorn's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I havent ever heard of a certification for LPN's to administer transfusions. I think i would start with the board of nursing or IDPR and see if they have a certification listed. There is a number on...

  2. Nrs/Patient Ratio

    meownsmile replied to meownsmile's topic in California Nursing

    Thanks for the links and info. Some of us working today were discussing this and actually it doesnt really sound any different than what we do now. 20 patients would still warrent 2Rn's, 2LPN's and...

  3. Silent birth? Anyone see one?

    meownsmile replied to Sis123's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Paint chips,, wonderful, can i borrow that???? Love

  4. Quick Question

    meownsmile replied to Nutmeg5575's topic in Orthopedic

    It is probly a ortho/surgical floor meaning you will get arthroplasties along with other general surgicals, appys, choles, colectomies, etc. Not a bad combination at

  5. anyone else??

    meownsmile replied to beannie's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I feel your pain. What i wouldnt do for just a normal day, not one racked with a drama or some ICU shouldbe. And of course they never get to go to ICU,, i have to deal with them along with my other...

  6. Co-workers on allnurses...

    meownsmile replied to HisTreasure's topic in General Nursing

    I think thats just another reason why posts should be as general as possible. I too dont discuss my internet travels to co-workers. If they find us, thats wonderful, but i dont actively encourage...

  7. MedSurg or specialty??

    meownsmile replied to UtahNurse's topic in General Nursing

    L&D will have surgicals too. Med/surg is a specialty in its own

  8. Calcium deposits in the stomach?

    meownsmile replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in General Nursing

    Possibly a misunderstanding here. I wonder if she heard it right, or whoever thought they heard it heard it

  9. When are we required to notify DCF?

    meownsmile replied to dpipes44's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    We report abuse and neglect. Even if the neglect is due to uneducated parents/family. It may be a matter of getting the education or resources to work with a family that may prevent or solve...

  10. My manager says I can get a second job, but...

    meownsmile replied to control's topic in General Nursing

    OK well "theres your sign". Governmental and commercial contractors that do business with the government most definately can create problems not just through the business end of it, but

  11. What did you learn today as a nurse?

    meownsmile replied to minnib's topic in General Nursing

    I learned who was turning my patients o2 up when i was trying to wean it

  12. My manager says I can get a second job, but...

    meownsmile replied to control's topic in General Nursing

    I cant see how a nursing position would create a conflict. But i do know there are some companies that have such a competative mindset with others providing the same service they wont even hire...

  13. Digs in her Progress Notes!

    meownsmile replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, needless. It would surprise me if she didnt get called in on this note herself. Her "evaluation" of your note has no legal use and she should be made to strike it from the charting, and...

  14. Let's call Oprah

    meownsmile replied to cinja's topic in General Nursing

    Wouldnt it be marvelous if they could strap one of those little hidden cameras on a few nurses, edit the video so as to not show faces of patients etc and just let the general public follow several...

  15. Am I a loser? I couldn't keep up....

    meownsmile replied to MrsWampthang's topic in General Nursing

    That seems to be a regular occurance around my facility. If you have to float to another floor you can almost count on having the worst team on the floor with the worst staff they have to "help" you....

  16. Anyone have one of these??!??

    meownsmile replied to Beary-nice's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with burnout. It is only going to take one strong nurse to keep this gal in her place and the rest will fall into line and not take it either. Noone has ever shown her there is a united...

  17. Never say "QUIET"

    meownsmile replied to piezo-electricite's topic in Emergency

    I agree, ive seen it. Same goes for remaking an open bed, saying outloud it should be a good day. Dont mention your most frequent flyer by name or they will show up for

  18. Update on last weeks "Terminated?!"

    meownsmile replied to GooeyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think thats where a lot of people get in trouble. They rely on someone to tell them and dont actually READ the policy. I would bet the handbook or information you got when you were first hired has...

  19. To The Hiring Staff.

    meownsmile replied to buildingmyfaith57's topic in General Nursing

    Most places will not be terminating anyone for just any ole reason. Usually if there is a termination it is because someone has been warned about something multiple times and chooses to continue the...

  20. Nurse's Aid acting as a Nurse

    meownsmile replied to jalvino1's topic in General Nursing

    You and I both know that Z, but obviously the CNA in question doesnt ehhh? It is semantics where the CNA is concerned, she sees herself as a "nurse" whether it be a CNA or not. She is told by her...

  21. Nurse's Aid acting as a Nurse

    meownsmile replied to jalvino1's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, I dont think she passed herself off as a nurse. She is in fact just what the state certifies her as "NURSE assistant". So by telling the patient she is ONE of her nurses, she...

  22. Help! Advice on kid swallowing a pill...

    meownsmile replied to RNin2007's topic in General Nursing

    My daughter used to not be able to swallow pills,, I used to have her chew up a piece of bread, cracker or something else (hey pizza or another snack of their choosing). When it was chewed, i would...

  23. Any advice for a new RN?

    meownsmile replied to RNinMay06!'s topic in General Nursing

    All of the above and also to add: When your feeling overwhelmed (we all get that way), dont hesitate to ask for help. Remember take one thing at a time, you will get to everything eventually. Sooner...

  24. Blood Transfusions: How fast do you go?

    meownsmile replied to Genista's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I usually start all transfusions at 100ml/hr for 15-30 min. If patient is tolerating well or if they already have orders for pre-treatment or lasix between units i usually wont go over 125ml/hr. If...

  25. how long is your commute?

    meownsmile replied to The Bell Jar's topic in General Nursing

    5 minutes one way. Wouldnt have it any other way. I come home for lunch and can get back within 30 minutes. If i really wanted close to home i could work at a LTC that is maybe 3 minute walk, but...