mclennan BSN, RN

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    Patients destroying pain meds?

    mclennan replied to melissa_rn's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Here in L.A., pharmacies are required to accept all drugs & syringes for disposal. Are you sure you asked your pharmacy manager? Every pharmacy I've ever worked with has special bins and...
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    Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

    mclennan replied to mcknis's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I see no option in the poll or mention anywhere on this thread of being conflicted, confused and not sure where one stands on this issue. No one here seems brave enough to say "I don't know." And that...
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    Has anyone ever worked in Antarctica

    mclennan replied to mattfro60's topic in Travel

    Oops I guess Raytheon's contract ended with the USAP. Go to the USAP's website, their new medical contractor is
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    Has anyone ever worked in Antarctica

    mclennan replied to mattfro60's topic in Travel

    I have applied and interviewed, and was offered a position a couple of years ago. Life got in the way and I couldn't commit to the contract. Check out Raytheon Polar Services. Just FYI, you need...
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    NCLEX in 2.5 Hours

    mclennan replied to AKali86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow! Good luck! I hope you will stop studying at this point and just relax, do something soothing, and eat some protein. You'll do great. Breathe deep and trust yourself. Let us know how it turns
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    Interview attire

    mclennan replied to dspacc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Here in SoCal (inner city L.A. specifically) things are a little more "business casual." A stiff suit with pantyhose & heels might come off as too uptight. Dress slacks, a nice blouse, cardigan...
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    Bending and Breaking the Rules in Nursing

    mclennan replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Reminds me of when I volunteered at an AIDS hospice (well it was a group home, but in the 90s we didn't call it a hospice even though that's what it was) and cared for this wonderful man. He was 6'4...
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    Kind of a rant, sorry!

    mclennan replied to MECO28's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The OP is a role model for timid new grads. YES! Do your JOB and don't worry about ATTITUDES or STATIC on the personal front. Especially with residents. Sometimes I calmly say "okay, I'll clarify...
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    When we ourselves need help

    mclennan posted a topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm filling in for a co-worker who suddenly and without warning went on a leave of absence. We have been informed by family she was 5150'd and is now going to a 30 day inpatient treatment program for...
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    Tired HH nurse

    mclennan replied to IRNB's topic in Home Health

    I tried HH for 3 months and quit. I worked 7 days a week, all day and evening, didn't get paid mileage and had to buy all my own gear and supplies. This is in Los Angeles and it was brutal on my car....
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    To the unemployed new grads... what ARE you doing?

    mclennan replied to BigB_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm a little appalled that new grads look at volunteering SO SOLELY as a means to network into a job. So many of you interpret our suggestions to "volunteer" as working for free as a nurse at the...
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    What are some personality traits needed to be a great nurse?

    mclennan replied to KayyyT's topic in General Nursing

    Self-recognizance. Think about how you come off to people. Your tone. Your look. Your expression. Your non-verbal body language. Good nurses are very self-aware and keep solid control over their...
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    Looking for job in Southern California

    mclennan replied to katielynn10's topic in California Nursing

    Please don't put your relationship ahead of your career if you're young and inexperienced. Find the thread about "what would you tell your younger self?" And 90% of the posts voice regret in doing...
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    Looking for job in Southern California

    mclennan replied to katielynn10's topic in California Nursing

    Hi. I've been an RN in L.A. for 6 years and am now on a couple of hiring panels where I work now. I agree with previous posters, please don't be naive. I can confidently say, flat-out, without a...
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    Nurse with Disdain

    mclennan replied to StuckInTheMiddle's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'd like to also voice my understanding for the OP. While I may not feel the way he does every day on the job, I get what he means. Sounds to me like he's a ex-military guy who bought into the BS...
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    I'm just... I don't know.

    mclennan replied to germjunkie's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my GAWD, what in the world are you so worried about? Case management is EXPLODING and companies everywhere are hiring! As insurance companies struggle to keep bed days to a minimum, it's case...
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    Wants little human interaction- Is this the job for me?

    mclennan replied to krnpynmlr's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I got my Public Health Nursing license WITH my RN after I passed NCLEX. I did my first year of bedside, then got a job as a PHN in a community health clinic. Worked days as ambulatory clinic PHN. Did...
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    Wants little human interaction- Is this the job for me?

    mclennan replied to krnpynmlr's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Hey, I hate people too, so I went into telephonic case management. Instead of running my butt off and talking to people face to face all day, I sit in a little office and call post-discharge patients...
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    New RN frustrated with coworker behavior

    mclennan replied to Tango RN's topic in Nursing Career

    I can identify with you, I worked for a few months in a REALLY conservative environment. I'm an atheist libertarian with tattoos, etc. I had to listen to a lot of racist, homophobic, xenophobic talk...
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    Feline Dissection

    mclennan replied to Glycerine82's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is a great opportunity to test your confidence. Either buck up, shore up your courage and just do whatever it takes to get through it........ OR Do like I did and go to the instructor. I sat him...
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    How do you all like to start your shifts?

    mclennan replied to j_tay1981's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a case management nurse. I work 9-5, M-F and I'm salaried so don't punch a clock. I roll in around 9am. Get settled at my desk. Turn on the radio. Make a pot of tea. Boot up computer and open...
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    Best tablet to use?

    mclennan replied to brandonw's topic in General Students

    iPad mini. I love mine. Just do
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    Need resume review and suggestions. Old new grad with "problem background".

    mclennan replied to Flatlander's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Got em. Give me a day or
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    Interview, havent heard back

    mclennan replied to itsnowornever's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Good grief. Sounds WAY too desperate and anything that long screams "THIS PERSON IS A TIME BANDIT!" Try this: Hello Mr. xxxxxx, I just wanted to drop a line to say "thank you" for the interview, and...
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    Need resume review and suggestions. Old new grad with "problem background".

    mclennan replied to Flatlander's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would LOVE to help with resumes but I'm not sure how to look at attachments in the iOS