XB9S BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

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    medication errors

    XB9S replied to 1980rnad's topic in Oncology

    I am really sorry you are going through this now, the questions you ask are things you need to be asking your daughters medical team This isn't something we can do here as under the terms of service...
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    Why do so many nurses from the Philippines come to Canada/USA?

    XB9S replied to lilaclover's topic in Philippines

    Off topic, divisive, rude and insulting posts have been removed from this thread. I haven't PM'd any of you to tell you because there were so many. If you can't find your post it's been deleted. I...
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    UK pay scales

    XB9S replied to finks's topic in International Nursing

    Those that work to the true definition of advanced practice, absolutely are underpaid. I am a ANP and prescriber and work very independently but I am an 8a so my pay isn't too bad. Comparable with a...
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    U.k nurse employment

    XB9S replied to bigboi's topic in International Nursing

    The health service in the UK is undergoing major changes, there is a massive overspend in most areas hospitals are trying all ways to save money and reduce some of the deficit and in these talks there...
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    UK pay scales

    XB9S replied to finks's topic in International Nursing

    The NMC ( no longer UKCC) hasn't regulated NPs and it doesn't look as if there will be regulation in the foreseeable future. This means scope abs practice for NPs will vary from place to place. The...
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    What does a male nurse practioner do?

    XB9S replied to Daniel Floyd's topic in Men in Nursing

    (off topic sorry) good choice of ride (mines a BMW F800GS) but to put it away in the rain, there's a name for that in the UK To Daniel the OP, there is a nurse practitioner forum on this site as...
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    Just Rejected From Nursing School - Most Ridiculous Admissions Office

    XB9S replied to guest_57352's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ok I think that's enough bickering and name calling in one thread Closed for
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    Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in United Kingdom

    Yes Definately support juniors very important part of your role, looking at the wider picture what's going on from ward, lOcal organisation to regional levels and what you can do to support your...
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    Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in United Kingdom

    Matt is this a band 6 deputy ward manager, The presentation should focus on the key drivers within you area at the moment. Try to demonstrate an awareness of current issues and the impact they have...
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    Does age really matter for the registration??

    XB9S replied to smitha 2010's topic in International Nursing

    In answer to your question you need to ask the NMC, at it's requirements try to ensure that overseas nurses are trained to a similar standards to UK
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    What is considered abuse by your boss?

    XB9S replied to MouseMichelle's topic in General Nursing

    Whistleblowing policies are always useful, Just as a cautious warning though, I do worry about how much is posted on the internet. Some of your posts could make you easy to identify by your work...
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    Okay...stupid question I know.....

    XB9S replied to MouseMichelle's topic in Critical Care

    Michelle you need to contact your doctor about your symptoms urgently. We cannot offer medical advise here, please seek advise from your PCP Thread
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    Frontline staff to lose jobs

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in International Nursing

    Ayla I am so sorry to hear that, most hospitals will give redeployed staff a choice of where you can go. I will keep my fingers crossed for
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    Why do OTC protein test strips not exist?

    XB9S replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Nursing

    OK guys, I think this thread is just about done now.
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    Suzanne's Plan

    XB9S replied to rockyone7345's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    suzanne's plan is no longer available,
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    Old Women Hit by Car...What Would You Do?

    XB9S replied to sameyjaney's topic in General Nursing

    I've removed quite a few posts here, please could I remind all members that personal attacks will not be
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    Old Women Hit by Car...What Would You Do?

    XB9S replied to sameyjaney's topic in General Nursing

    closed for
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    United Kingdom Doctors make end of life decisions??

    XB9S replied to qt2168's topic in International Nursing

    There are a few issues within your post that I think can be addressed. Stopping or withdrawing life saving treatment In the UK ultimately it is the doctors' decision, there is guidance from the...
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    Frontline staff to lose jobs

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in International Nursing

    We've got around 30 students just qualifying all applying for just 5 jobs. I really feel for you pizzalover, but (and I know it's not much consolation now) when I qualified millions of years ago I...
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    NZ nurse to work in UK

    XB9S replied to SurgicalSmurf's topic in International Nursing

    It very much depends where you work. Ratios on my unit are for 20 patients 5 qualified nurses and 2 assistants. The nurse in charge does not take patients but
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    Seizure Durations

    XB9S replied to blueash's topic in Neurological

    If you take a look at the appendix of this document you will find a seizure monitoring chart
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    Clinical hours short of NMC suggestion?

    XB9S replied to helricha's topic in Nurse Registration

    Back on topic please guys, this is about nursing in the UK so if you want to discuss anything else take it to a new thread in the relevant forum please. Off topic will be
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    pediatric crash cart nightmare...

    XB9S replied to rnbecky8085's topic in Emergency

    I have always worked with emergency trolleys that are categorised into the following Top of Trolley: Basic Airway management 1st Drawer: Advanced Airway and Breathing 2nd Drawer Circulation equipment,...
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    Nursing in the europe

    XB9S replied to Vesna's topic in International Nursing

    Vesna it would help if you could narrow down your requirements, where exactly in Europe do you want to work? It's a big area and if you can specify a country it'll help members be able to guide and...
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    Torn between Nursing and Medicine

    XB9S replied to Loux's topic in Nursing Career

    I was just about to jump in and say please no religious debates so thank you for getting the thread back on