kiszi RN

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    What do we have to hide?

    kiszi replied to ansley12's topic in General Nursing

    You're not. Just be honest... 2001 was a long time ago, I have a very similar situation and had no problem getting a new job. If the application asks about misdemeanors, I list it. If not, I don't....
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    My hellish day on the skilled floor (pull up a chair)

    kiszi replied to kiszi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I got the job!!!!! Just a few more weeks to endure, then I can kiss LTC goodbye! (I'll still visit the forum tho
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    Interview to offer - how long?

    kiszi replied to kiszi's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, I called Wednesday like 5 times and finally got the nurse mgr. on the phone. She was really apologetic, saying "sorry it took so long, I actually just got your resume yesterday, you should hear...
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    Any advice for continuing to breastfeed while working as a nurse?

    kiszi replied to proudmommy2's topic in General Nursing

    You may need to pump pretty frequently at first to get a good supply. But in time, you may find you're making more than enough. I work 8 hour shifts and have a 6 month old. I used to get to work...
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    My hellish day on the skilled floor (pull up a chair)

    kiszi replied to kiszi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In case anyone would like an update: The interview went well, I had a second interview this afternoon with the nurse manager, and it was ok, too. She gave me a good long tour of the unit (skilled...
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    My hellish day on the skilled floor (pull up a chair)

    kiszi replied to kiszi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LOL I do that too! or "ooo, child, things are gonna get easier..."
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    I Quit!

    kiszi replied to Super Nurse JoshuA's topic in General Nursing

    Joshua, Refusing to accept that assignment took a lot of guts. :pumpiron:Kudos to you for doing what you had to do to protect your license! There is something far better out there for you, I pray you...
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    My hellish day on the skilled floor (pull up a chair)

    kiszi replied to kiszi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    thanks all for replies. I have an interview tomorrow after work, please say a prayer for me. I tell myself this is something I must endure, so that I will truly appreciate it when work isn't such a...
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    trouble with blood glucose check

    kiszi replied to turtle rain's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    When all else fails, use the pinky! And I second the idea of pricking towards the side rather than right in the
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    Is "Back Charting" pt. information within 24 hrs of shift ending legal?

    kiszi replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    I should add.. It's not standard to chart on every patient Q shift in LTC. There simply isn't time. We take "charting by exception" to a whole different level
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    Is "Back Charting" pt. information within 24 hrs of shift ending legal?

    kiszi replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    I do it all the time. Basic CYA stuff. I'm notorious for doing bare minimum charting, but I document the heck out of any "iffy" situations that might bite me later. So.. for example, I have a...
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    NAPNES pharm. cert

    kiszi posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Anyone take the NAPNES pharm exam? Seems like a lot of employers in my area require it. How did you study? Should I plunk down the cash for the test prep materials from NAPNES or can I just pull out...
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    Pet Peeve

    kiszi replied to BookwormRN's topic in General Nursing

    Y'know, I actually kind of liked being called a "student nurse" when I was in school. Made me feel like I was already a nurse, kind of. "Hi, I'm kiszi, I'll be your student nurse today." As opposed to...
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    what kind of information do you report to the next shift?

    kiszi replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well, mine is a bit different.. I work on a short term skilled/rehab floor, average stay about 2 months so there may not be many changes from day to day. If the oncoming nurse is unfamiliar with the...
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    Appearance at work

    kiszi replied to peds_cna's topic in General Nursing

    I'm addicted to eyeliner, since junior high! I use Unstoppable by Maybelline, same for mascara. And a soft neutral shadow on the lids. I even tried toning down my eye makeup once... it only lasted a...
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    Using insulin syringes for another purpose

    kiszi posted a topic in General Nursing

    Yes, it's drilled into our heads in nursing school, and it's even printed right on the syringe -for U-100 unsulin only- but does anyone ever use insulin syringes for other SQ meds? Let me explain my...
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    I experience physical symptoms when I think about my job!

    kiszi replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    You're not alone, Commuter. I work in a rehab unit as well, and lately I think it's begun getting to me. I work a schedule where I either have one day off or two in a row. When I just have the one, I...
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    SHOES: Are Dansko comfortable?

    kiszi replied to ternerzero's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I wear the Dansko professional clogs (with the back) and I really like them. The arch support is the best EVER, and my feet rarely hurt after a long shift. I agree with the ppl who said they're not...
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    Do/did any of you hate clinical?

    kiszi replied to marie-francoise's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Did I hate clinicals? Absolutely. Starting with my first, where a bitter, vindictive, malicious instructor made me seriously consider quitting nursing school after the second day. Ending with the...
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    What's the dumbest remark you've heard yourself make...

    kiszi replied to KidsRNstill's topic in General Nursing

    Often, instead of knocking on a pt's door, I'll just say "knock knock" through the partially open door. Unfortunately, I act quicker than I think sometimes. I've caught myself saying "knock, knock"...
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    when you forget to carry out an order on your pt

    kiszi replied to poppy07's topic in General Nursing

    acknowledge you screwed up and beg forgiveness. Next time, try to do a quick once-over of new orders before shift change to see if anything was missed/forgotten. (I know, easier said than done.) but...
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    open mouth, insert foot

    kiszi posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was sitting at the nurse's station talking fairly loudly about my pt's "damn daughter who's so unfriendly, never smiles or says hello, the only time she says a word to me is when there's some...
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    Coworker causing problems...

    kiszi replied to 2shihtzus's topic in General Nursing

    ditto. sounds like she's digging herself a lovely hole. I wouldn't worry about your name being mentioned. She probably remembers seeing you in the vicinity the day she was reported, and figures you...
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    I feel useless

    kiszi replied to Skwidward's topic in First Year After Licensure

    One day, all of a sudden, some of those scribbles will pop out at you crystal clear! especially if it's a doc whose handwriting you see a lot. It's kind of weird when it happens. But don't feel bad if...
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    r u a lvn and people bugging u 2 go 2 rn

    kiszi replied to wdiehl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    there's this sweet, scatterbrained lady on my rehab floor who always forgets what she asked me and repeats the same questions daily: "are you an RN?" (no, lpn) "so you're still in training?" (no, i'm...