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  1. What are my rights..

    Had this woman insisted vehomently that her husband with hx of CVA that lives in nursing home, walk to BR. Can not even sit up in bed without assist, she tells me that she will speak to my manager...
  2. Why do I feel so guilt-ridden?

    Thanks so much for your heartfelt words of wisdom! They were desperately needed and much appreciated. You have more patience, intelligence and compassion than many of the people I work with. I can...
  3. Why do I feel so guilt-ridden?

    I use about 2 sick days per year, this week alone I had to call in 3 times for vomiting and diarrhea. Like on the bathroom floor in a puddle of my own vomit, can't stand up because I am too dizzy...
  4. ER first assignment for new RN?

    I am an ER nurse and I definitely do not recommend going into the ER right out of school. You really need that year of Med/Surg to get your feet wet, acquire instincts, learn to provide care to...
  5. I do not think I completely understand the question. Do you mean after a code? I can not speak for the OR, but usually, if the family is present someone speaks to them and counselling is offered,...
  6. What was your first position as an RN?

    Started in Med/Surg on a VERY busy floor. Great experience, learn how to juggle and multi-task. Could not have asked for a better staff to work, learn and grow with. Working nights out of school...
  7. ER vs ICU, how did we get there?

    Well said Pamela g c, my thoughts exactly. I am ER nurse but I also live by the Golden Rule. I have also worked in the units and on floors as a float, therefore, walking a mile in other's shoes, so...
  8. new grad not happy in peds ER

    Life is too short to worry about a one liner on a resume. At an interview you can always justify your leaving, I do not feel it looks at all irresponsible. Instead it looks gracious, facilities do...
  9. Reducing misuse of Emergency Departments!

    Yes, love the "near syncope", or the syncope that fails the 'dropped arm test', the seizure patients that can open one eye to make sure that you are getting a preview of their academy award winning...
  10. Did I miss my calling?

    So know where you are coming from, I have even had nurse friends of mine lately tell me, "you weren't this bitter when you worked med/surg". As much as I hate to admit it they're right. When someone...
  11. I apologize in advance....

    Search is not working and I need some advice. How are night shifts to work? I am currently an evening person and it is reaking havoc with my life, or lack of one I should say. I am so wired when I...
  12. Frequent Flyers in the ED

    There are no protocols especially if you are a community/county hospital. Even though they wear your patience to the bone, I try to remember that even the drug seeker who is taking your time from the...
  13. Rubs me the wrong way

    Hmmm....ever meet up with that one particular coworker that is out to create discord and tension everywhere he/she goes, lives to undermine, and seems to only work when the NM is present. Well, I...
  14. I am currently an ER nurse and while I do not find it totally rewarding the excitement keeps me coming back for more, I am considering a part time position as a NICU nurse so that I can continue in ER...
  15. Poor work attendance in a coworker -- what to do?

    Totally know where it is you are coming from. The person I am referring to is a 12 hour person so she screws two shifts not just one when she calls in. We ask around 5, did anyone receive a call...