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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    PMFB-RN replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    A bachelors isn't required for NP and lots of programs accept ADN RNs into their NP
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    Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

    PMFB-RN replied to Nola009's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Maybe, depends on the program. Many ADN programs do not have pre-reqs. Mine didn't and still doesn't to this day. At least not college class pre-reqs. They do require CNA, back ground check, BLS,...
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    VA problems are in most hospitals

    PMFB-RN replied to rnpatrick's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    That is such bull. Absolutly NOT true at all. I used to work at the Minneapolis VA and observed several nurses and a physician get
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    Should Nurses help Doctors in Physician assisted suicide (euthanasia)

    PMFB-RN replied to Caleb12's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Who does the OP say: As if they are the same thing when they are in fact vastly different? Suicide, reguiardless of who helps, is a patient decision. Euthanasia would be some other person deciding...
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    Should Nurses help Doctors in Physician assisted suicide (euthanasia)

    PMFB-RN replied to Caleb12's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    While not ending a life, withdrawing of care, usually resulting in immediate patient death is a very common task for me and the nurses I work
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    PICC nurses in the workplace

    PMFB-RN replied to provas's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    We have PICC nurses on 24/7 and yes they are a great resourse for the medical residents and staff RNs for a huge variety of issues. All of our PICC nurses are experienced ICU nurses and vascular...
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    PMFB-RN replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Well it was 1 AM but the answer is
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    Young nurse problems?

    PMFB-RN replied to tiffnurse21's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    20 isn't young for an LPN, it's not very young for an RN. We often have new RNs who are 19 and 20, and a few times we have had 18 year old RNs. Maybe ask if there is something about your behavior...
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    How to deal with angry doctors

    PMFB-RN replied to ann915's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What? Why would you apologize? You were threatened with physical harm. The answer the question, I like to catch the worst offenders alone in the parking lot and have a "talk" with them. I make them...
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    Yes, another question about CRNA pay?

    PMFB-RN replied to wannabanrnin2012's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    .I never tire of reminding the occasional snarky resident that I make about 3x what they make, and that I do it with only an associates degree. I also like to remind them that unlike a resident, I...
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    Unionized vs Non Unionized hospitals

    PMFB-RN replied to sungrl01's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Without a doubt the example you gave is appalling and disgusting to all of us. I think I speak for just about everybody when I say I hope those responsible are held accountable. You are right. It is...
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    if you hate nursing, what would you rather do instead?

    PMFB-RN replied to ceccia's topic in General Nursing

    I used to work part time in a rural ER that was across the road from a state men's prison. My boss there asked me if I was interested in SANE nurse training. I was shocked! What recently raped girl is...
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    Unionized vs Non Unionized hospitals

    PMFB-RN replied to sungrl01's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    It was a logical reply to an illogical message. When one tries to paint all with the brush of the actions of a few, such comments from those who engage in critical thinking is to be expected. I...
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    A Ban=Bsn?

    PMFB-RN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    It simply isn't an issue. Personally I have only seen a tiny few job descriptions that use "BSN". Most use "Bachelors degree in nursing" or similar. The nurses I know who hold a BAN just check "yes"...
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    an oldie but goodie

    PMFB-RN replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    As a nurse who, back in the day, used to mix most of their own drips, I lament the loss of this skill among newer nurses. We used to mix our own insulin, levophed, vasopressin, and other drips right...
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    A Ban=Bsn?

    PMFB-RN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Ya, it is a response to rude and harsh things said in this discussion. No, not that alone. All the time we hear silly falsehoods about nursing repeated by people who really should know better. DNP...
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    Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

    PMFB-RN replied to Nola009's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    In my state the ADN programs are 1 + 1 programs. That means after the first year of the nursing program everybody is eligible to sit for the LPN NCLEX. After the second year they are qualified to sit...
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    Respiratory Therapists Inserting PICC Lines

    PMFB-RN replied to Asystole RN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    You most certainly did. You have demonstrated a condescending and superior attitude towards nurses frequently during this discussion. In addition you have made some false statements. Several people...
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    Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

    PMFB-RN replied to Nola009's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Maybe in some circumstances that would work. In many other cases it would not. My ADN program did a of our clinicals in a 25 bed rural critical access hospital. We did go to a state psych hospital and...
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    Nurses are Not Doctors

    PMFB-RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    As has already been explained several times they are not 4 year
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    Respiratory Therapists Inserting PICC Lines

    PMFB-RN replied to Asystole RN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Ya but you have already told us you practice in a backward area. LOL! Right, all the rural critical care hospitals are going to close as a result of ACA. Guess what? ACA didn't nulify the Balanced...
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    Nurses are Not Doctors

    PMFB-RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked as a nurse, and been a patient in New Zealand and they have NPs, and nurse midwives. So add New Zealand to the
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    Nurses are Not Doctors

    PMFB-RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand what your question
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    are mandatory scrub color-coding in hospitals the wave of the future?

    PMFB-RN replied to kelligracie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    If individuals are looking sloppy then they should be dealt with. House keepers wearing scrubs? I am happy I have never worked in a hospital where that would happen. If there are problems they can...
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    UPS Drivers make HOW much????

    PMFB-RN replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in General Nursing

    There are some exceptions. I work in a high RN pay / low cost of living area. One can easily make >$100K/year without working OT and a the cracker box can be had for under $200K. The trade off...