SmilingBluEyes

Specializes in L/D, newborn, GYN, LTC, Dialysis

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    Predatory New Grad Contracts

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CreamCheeseRangoons's topic in General Nursing

    OK I misunderstood. What did the contract say? You had to stay a certain time? Did you read it before you took the job? Sounds like you are stuck. Sorry. I guess I don't know what is predatory...
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    Colleague asked me for a Tylenol from my med cart. What to do?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to FromMNtoCA's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    like
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    How many jobs have you had in your career?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to LibraNurse27's topic in General Nursing

    RN for 24 years 2 jobs in Labor/delivery/ post partum lasting a total of 15 years (we moved out of state so I had to get that other job). Left on good terms. 1 year in LTC (God bless all you...
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    Nurse forced to work as a tech/CNA

    SmilingBluEyes replied to ThatOneRN_'s topic in General Nursing

    good point. In OB we did total care and it does not sound like much, but sometimes it really is, especially immediately post partum. Lots of clean up. It was an all RN
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    "Thank you for your service"

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think it "weird" I think it's nice. But I don't expect thanks. When I get them for whatever reason, I take them in the spirit intended and that's as simple as
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    Nurse forced to work as a tech/CNA

    SmilingBluEyes replied to ThatOneRN_'s topic in General Nursing

    You got it backward. The poster is saying you are held to the highest credential you hold. So you can be a tech or a cook, but you are always an RN and expected to be able to perform as such when...
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    Predatory New Grad Contracts

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CreamCheeseRangoons's topic in General Nursing

    When it comes to sign-on bonuses, (including those for new graduates) I am all about Buyer Beware. There is always a reason and it's not to the benefit of the nurse. I am sorry this happened to...
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    I think I’ll be fired and I really do need to vent my fears

    SmilingBluEyes replied to direw0lf's topic in General Nursing

    I am glad you can't but some of the worst drama came from men in my
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    Always Feeling Stupid

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Whitneyz's topic in General Nursing

    Don't be afraid to find a mentor or two if you can. Ask questions! That does not make you dumb; you are new. We all were. I remember
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    Buying a House on a Nurse's Income: How Do Nurses Afford $450,000+ Houses?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Right! I have no intention of working til 85. I guess I got lucky? I was active military and used my GI BILL to pay for college tuition and wound up with zero debt there. My husband got his degree...
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    Hired For Underqualified Position

    SmilingBluEyes replied to ALMB's topic in General Nursing

    Yep I
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    PREGNANCY NIGHTSHIFT

    SmilingBluEyes replied to kusters's topic in General Nursing

    I worked NOC through an entire pregnancy. Exhaustion is part of pregnancy. No matter what shift. She came out fine, 9 pounds and healthy. Days is not necessarily better or
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    Suspicion About Med Error

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Sharmilagrg00's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Sorry, no. That is not the first thing to do. Investigation and talking to the nurse involved are
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    Suspicion About Med Error

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Sharmilagrg00's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    thank you. My first thought
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    Yes, Employer Can Require Covid Vaccine

    SmilingBluEyes replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in Disaster Preparation

    of course they can sue! But will the suit be successful? Who knows for
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    Davita

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Blessed16's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    They rely on other clinical FA or the regional director for guidance. It's messed up to
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    Davita

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Blessed16's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    It's true you do not have to be an RN in my area to be an FA. Nor a prior tech. It can handicap the unit quite a bit if they are in a pinch and need help on the floor, which is pretty often. (by the...
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    Considering Dialysis Nursing

    SmilingBluEyes replied to 6 Yrs Burn Out's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    My advice is to learn all you can from the technicians. They are the heart of what goes on in any dialysis unit. Also you will be more respected if you can perform basic duties in their role as well...
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    Fair practice?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rn30's topic in General Nursing

    I would address from a standpoint that ALL RNs should take turns being scheduled to cover non-RN duties. That will make it much more fair. That's about as far as I would go as it's up to management...
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    How Has Your Nursing Career Affected Your Relationships Or Other Aspects of Your Life?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    ALL OF THIS but especially the bold part. It all bore repeating. I would only add: Get out of your own way. You are what's holding *you* back, no one
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    Foley placement in COPD exacerbation pt

    SmilingBluEyes replied to DVorahRN's topic in General Nursing

    I put in many a catheter in OB when I was there. Side lying is easiest in some OB patients and best (as they should never lie flat). Have a helper (or two) for sure. If she is big, have another nurse...
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    Patient abandonment/Professional Boundaries??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RoseT21's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes it is. So let them do it! NOT the
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    Patient abandonment/Professional Boundaries??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RoseT21's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I would not contact the BON unless under dire circumstances, like true patient neglect/abuse/abandonment or narcotic diversion. Even then, I would definitely let management know and let them handle it...
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    Being investigated by BON

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nurseinthecity11's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Do you have malpractice
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    "Thank you for your service"

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent