FLArn

FLArn

Hospice, LTC, Rehab, Home Health

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  1. is uk nursing qualifications the same as the us qualifications?

    FLArn replied to sissabell's topic in Immigration Advice

    If you have serious problems with your wrists, it might be problematic for bedside nursing in most areas which require hands on care. You may still be able to do other types of nursing such as...

  2. Non-verbal signs of pain

    FLArn replied to ShayRN's topic in Pain Management

    Sparrow, The morphine dose is titrated up slowly using the amount of bolus medication needed by the patient over the past 24 hr. plus the patients assessment of their level of relief (i.e. pain was...

  3. Mandatory extra shift two days in advance

    FLArn replied to SammyW0406's topic in General Nursing

    My understanding is that in most facilities the schedule is understood to be conditional on the needs of the facility. Does your facility have a history of last minute call offs on holiday weekends?...

  4. Is there a nurse on the plane?

    FLArn replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    RE: the docs disappointed that they weren't offered free flights in return for their help. Is it only nurses who are no longer covered by Good Sam laws if they accept ANYTHING for assistance rendered...

  5. Would you take a pay cut?

    FLArn replied to nicu4me's topic in General Nursing

    Only took a pay cut one time. Took a 50 cent/hour pay cut when I went from nursing home to hospice. Worth it? 30 patients at nursing home vs 5 at hospice unit.... uh, yeah! Seriously, the reduction in...

  6. Compassion required???

    FLArn replied to jellyfishmafia's topic in General Nursing

    You have received some good suggestions of areas that might suit your personality. I have only one suggestion-- hospice and palliative care are NOT for you. Compassion is a must in hospice. We always...

  7. Doctors?

    FLArn replied to glovedgoddess's topic in General Nursing

    Deleted by author. Others posting the same time as I gave much clearer

  8. Has anyone ever seen this done before?

    FLArn replied to NCRN2010's topic in General Nursing

    No, never and you are 100% correct that culture is worthless! One can only wonder how many people were given antibiotics that were not appropriate for the infections they really had or that they never...

  9. Still in military overseas. New RN as of today! Need advice

    FLArn replied to Mamacitamedic's topic in Government, Military

    I am not able to answer your questions, however I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your service to this country and wish you all the best for your future as an R.N. May the Lord carry...

  10. Rough Nite

    FLArn replied to Madiera's topic in Emergency

    Yes, those "huh" moments happen to me frequently; but as I don't and never will know everything I sort of expect them to happen! The REALLY scary nurses I've worked with are the ones who think they...

  11. Something is wrong with me. Guess I shouldn't be a nurse

    FLArn replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in General Nursing

    If your career placement tests indicated you might be a good "shrink", maybe psych nursing would be a good fit for you. You won't know unless you give it a

  12. I cried

    FLArn replied to payang0722's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, it's perfectly normal. It's called having emotions. We are not called to be to be unfeeling, just not to let our emotions get in the way of providing competent and compassionate care. The first...

  13. Refusing Patients' Requests: Can it be done?

    FLArn replied to George4life's topic in General Nursing

    I have not worked in the hospital but in the skilled nursing units in SNFs we routinely set our rehab patients up so they can reach and do whatever they can for themselves. I would think it should be...

  14. How does Safe Harbor work??

    FLArn replied to rainbowsandsunshine's topic in General Nursing

    I did a cursory internet search asking "Does Safe Harbor really protect nurses?" From what I found it appears that while Safe Harbor does protect nurses from retaliation from employers or actions by...

  15. Should I take the job?

    FLArn replied to WonderRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would think twice about working a job on a salaried basis when you would be expected to cover any/all uncovered shifts. You could quite easily wind up working effectively for minimum wage or less;...

  16. HIPAA VIOLATION?

    FLArn replied to katie maz's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I will reserve my opinion as to whether the situation the OP put forth is or is not a HIPAA violation; what I will say is that people have gone super over the top to where saying hello in the hall to...

  17. Having trouble with IV's! Can't get them to thread...

    FLArn replied to avidhunter3's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes if you flush gently as you try to advance the cannula it will help. I always attach an extender to my peripheral lines so I use a 10 cc syringe when starting a line. I get a flash then...

  18. LPNs as Unit Managers?

    FLArn replied to westieluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have seen the practice of using LPNs as unit managers in LTC here in Florida also. However, here in Floria they must be working towards their RN; not sure if there is a completion deadline. I feel...

  19. What paraphernalias a nurse must always have?

    FLArn replied to NurseMich.Elle's topic in General Nursing

    I always have bandage scissors, stethoscope, BP cuff, hemostat, pens, highlighter, black magic marker, alcohol wipes. pocket size hand sanitizer and

  20. Just a special thanks to allnurses.com

    FLArn replied to havehope's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks and good luck to all current students and special prayers to this years gradutes as you sit for boards and begin your job

  21. crisis care

    FLArn replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    Some hospices have changed the term "continuous" care to "crisis" care for greater clarity for the families as to what this service entails. Crisis care is clearer that this is a short term service...

  22. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    FLArn replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The term nurse (standing by itself) means "a person trained to care for sick or injured people" and is not protected by law. The terms Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse are specific to...

  23. do employers care if you are on xanax?

    FLArn replied to JM RN's topic in General Nursing

    My job mandates random drug screens. My last one I was taking Pain med for jaw infection prior to extractions, and I attempted to show them the prescription bottle so they could document it. They told...

  24. How do you handle the smells?

    FLArn replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    Halls Cough Drops if it's not too bad. For very bad odors, wear a mask with a couple drops of cologne dripped on

  25. What kind of snacks can I get for the nurses at the floor where I had my clinicals?

    FLArn replied to onlyj's topic in General Nursing

    Dried fruits, nuts, fresh fruits, fat free candies (tootsie roll midgees, come to