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    Can I get a nursing job that lets me keep the Sabbath?

    RNNPICU replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I think so much would depend on the hiring manager. I know some who cannot work Saturday and therefore work every Sunday in exchange. This is something you would need to discuss up front and have...
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    Washington District of Columbia BON UnApproved Nursing Education Programs

    RNNPICU replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

    For Excelsior it is after Jan 1, 2020. You are good. I think something must have happened after 2020 to the curriculum and clinicals. Many states are not accepting those who have a graduation date...
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    New Grad - Preceptor Issue

    RNNPICU replied to newgrad_rn7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Try to take a deep breath. You have had three shifts. Perhaps when your schedule was made your preceptor had to make changes, called out, or had a last minute change. Since everything is still...
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    Supporting a Family

    RNNPICU replied to nurse2bguy555's topic in General Nursing

    That is a lot of forecasting of things that haven't or may not happen. You will want to consider what you could afford without factoring in a spouse or children. Not every RN job pays the same, and...
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    Patient compliments and feedback

    RNNPICU replied to Success89's topic in General Nursing

    I would not worry. Maybe they didn't remember your name. Do you talk with your patients about other things? Just writing your name on the communication board might not be the only way to remember...
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    Emailing a manager about a job opening?

    RNNPICU replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing

    Just wait the three weeks and apply. Do not email the managers! Most would wonder why you are emailing them when you could just apply in three weeks. Three weeks is not that long and most positions...
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    Mentoring a struggling nurse

    RNNPICU replied to arich472's topic in General Nursing

    What are areas that she/he is strong in? Are there any? Is there an opportunity to practice some skills on a manikin? One approach you could try is have her be you "assistant" for CVAD cares or a...
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    New grad nurse starting in ICU

    RNNPICU replied to Nursebusybeee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Part of orientation is also on you. You have outlines several instances when you felt unsupported. Why not try this. 1. At the start of your shift, ask your preceptor. "This is what I...
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    Any Advice Appreciated!

    RNNPICU replied to babynurse444's topic in General Nursing

    Some hospitals have varying start dates, and you could start in August. Apply for the new grad positions and then see when the start dates are. Many new grads have had trips plan ned prior to...
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    Passed RN in 2008

    RNNPICU replied to Sathyalakshmi Suga's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Go to the State Board of Nursing website of the state you tested for. In order to take the NCLEX you needed to select a State. Whichever State you sat for, you would then need to look for how to...
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    What to chart when there's no time to complete all the work

    RNNPICU replied to delrionurse's topic in General Nursing

    You just leave the tasks, meds, etc that weren't done in red. The oncoming shift will address it. Everyone has busy days and you will be on the receiving end some days. Whether it is day shift or...
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    Can chart audits be a HIPAA violation?

    RNNPICU replied to George001's topic in General Nursing

    In order to be compliant with many governing bodies such as CMS, JCAHO, Dept of health, audits need to be done. When DOH comes to facilities they want to see how often is pain documented, if Tylenol...
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    Can chart audits be a HIPAA violation?

    RNNPICU replied to George001's topic in General Nursing

    Not a HIPAA
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    Nursing Shortage

    RNNPICU replied to LindaGracie's topic in General Nursing

    While there is never an excuse for meanness, sometimes after days and weeks, and even years of feeling like you have been beat on by supervisors, managers, patients, families, everyone reaches a...
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    Hoag Clinical Nurse I info for New Grads

    RNNPICU replied to Beepollenacai's topic in General Nursing

    Also make sure that you are applying for the appropriate level. Some positions that say 1 year or less, or are specific to new grads would be appropriate. If you are applying for positions that say...
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    Hoag Clinical Nurse I info for New Grads

    RNNPICU replied to Beepollenacai's topic in General Nursing

    Make sure you note if you have your RN license. If you don't have a license, then you can't apply for an RN
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    Went back into nursing management but hate it still, what to do?

    RNNPICU replied to tobetheone's topic in General Nursing

    Even in non-union hospitals you still are going to have the same issues. Call-outs occur everywhere and not just in Union hospitals. Staff are allowed to call out sick, they are allowed to use their...
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    Obesity and children/teens

    RNNPICU replied to Matt2004's topic in General Nursing

    Try looking at Colorectal Surgery this might help broaden your search as well as options. Some hospitals and clinics use this
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    Leaving my first nursing job before 1 year?

    RNNPICU replied to newgradRN267's topic in General Nursing

    You will need to stay put and get those two years experience. You likely are not eligible for transfer yet as many organizations require 9 months to 1 year before transferring. Additionally you are...
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    Reporting HIPAA violation

    RNNPICU replied to AbstractNurse's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Just because you are not "seeing" anything done does not mean something is being done. Since you are not in the involved parties you will not be privy to any ongoing investigation. Your description...
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    Am I jeopardizing my license, or am I overthinking?

    RNNPICU replied to NurseyNurseNursey's topic in General Nursing

    The role was created for an RN. I do not see how you are making treatment recommendations. You are not prescribing anything, As an RN you can make recommendations to a provider based on assessments,...
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    BON says I passed but still no quick results after 2 weeks?

    RNNPICU replied to Josh4010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Quick results is not the same as the BON results. Your nursing license and confirmation from the BON is what you need,. I wouldn't worry about quick
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    How do you feel about being asked to shadow in addition to interview?

    RNNPICU replied to Marshall1's topic in General Nursing

    Shadowing is an excellent way to really see what the facility is like, see what the job actually entails. You are just observing and following. You cannot perform patient care as you are not actually...
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    BLS 100% Online?

    RNNPICU replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    The online portion is the material. You still have to do a hands-on skills session. You have to have an active BLS to do it though. Just be cautious if there are those suggesting...
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    Can I have my NCLEX-RN passing letter reissued?

    RNNPICU replied to Ivy Liu's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What state did you initially get licensed in? When you took the NCLEX it was for a specific state. The BON that granted you permission to test would be the one to contact. I would look back to see...