jmtndl

jmtndl

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  1. What does an RN supervisor do?

    jmtndl replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Let's see...last night I pushed 10 cardiac drugs, mixed and started 2 drips,looked up about 26 labs and 2 x-rays,did the morning staffing, redid the staffing after a late call-in, then redid the...

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

    jmtndl replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in General Nursing

    Try Home Health before you give up. It is much less hectic than other areas of nursing, and a talent for talking with patients and a compassionate nature would be an asset.I have gone thru times of...

  3. Who is a professional nurse?

    jmtndl replied to jmqphd's topic in General Nursing

    I introduce

  4. Do you interrupt report to give pain meds?

    jmtndl replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely. It meets the paients needs and saves a lot of trouble in the long

  5. GUM! Can you chew it on shift?

    jmtndl replied to SummitRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Only a group of nurses could make such a huge deal about something so minor! I chew gum all the time. My patients and usually my co-workers are unaware that I have gum in my mouth. I do it because I...

  6. What do you think constitutes insubordination?

    jmtndl replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    Aren't you a sweetie! I wish 2% of the PCTs I work with had your attitude. I started out as a CNA so I know what the job entails. I always always say thank you and appreciate the help I get in caring...

  7. I can't beleive this!

    jmtndl posted a topic in General Nursing

    I can't beleive it...I made an honest and harmless error last night. The attending dctor was there, and questioned me about it. I explained my misunderstanding...let me say this is about a patient...

  8. Why are so many nursing related things childish?

    jmtndl replied to DeeAngel's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean...I have also always wondered why we spell Kardex with a K instead of a C...for those still using this archaeic system. And if I am late, I am late...I was tardy in kindergarten...

  9. I can't beleive this!

    jmtndl replied to jmtndl's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the good advice. I am the supervisor, and I am going to go to HR...it seems the most professional thing to do.I did speak to the doctor...she admitted to saying what I was told she said. I...

  10. Asking for Opinion/Advice from TEXAS

    jmtndl replied to JUDERN-BSN's topic in General Nursing

    8:1 doesn't just sound dangerous...it IS dangerous. You have some very good advice here. Safe Harbor has always gotten the attention of the higher-ups.With 7:1 I am surprised that it hasn't been done...

  11. does your unit have charge nurses?

    jmtndl replied to MomRN0913's topic in General Nursing

    I just left a faciity that eliminated charge nurses, and it was a disaster. They started like you want to...by having the charge nurse take a few "easy" patients. My feeling is that when I take...

  12. What info should be "tattooed" on a nurse's brain?

    jmtndl replied to rloh961's topic in General Nursing

    ABC-airway,breathing,circulation Warm,pink ,dry,you have a minute--Cold,wet,blue--get moving Ask for a second opinion-two heads are better than one Don't push potassium Notify MD of condition change...

  13. wearing makeup to work?

    jmtndl replied to meghan91's topic in General Nursing

    I always wear make up and have my hair done and keep my lipstick fresh. I have had many patients tell me I make them feel better just walking in the room.I iron my clothes,

  14. I am just Sad!

    jmtndl replied to lorettap's topic in General Nursing

    How tender you are. You must be an asset to your workplace. The world always needs care...Thank you for being like you

  15. What would nurses like from families on holidays?

    jmtndl replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I had a family make a small donation to a charity in my name. It was the sweetest gift I have ever been

  16. HOW ABOUT THIS???

    jmtndl posted a topic in General Nursing

    :coollook:What if hositals started cutting nurse to patient ratios...a major factor in improved patient outcomes...and marketing it? "Our nurses have time for you...at Perfect Hospital, our nurses...

  17. why nurses cannot have a nail polish..?

    jmtndl replied to ar.en.greta's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Black or brown can be a real fashion statement. But maybe you need gray...and that tends to look

  18. Warning: Stay away from...

    jmtndl replied to SDALPN's topic in General Nursing

    I think you are a nut leading a discussion about a fantasy that somehow fulfills some neeed you

  19. "if you weren't so obese, you probably wouldn't have 1/2 the illnesses you do"

    jmtndl replied to SNB1014's topic in General Nursing

    In Pediatrics, are you going to ask the 14 y/o new mom who is completely overwhelmed why she didn't think her situation thru 9 months

  20. Group one -black list for nurses in dallas

    jmtndl replied to nitenurselorraine's topic in Texas Nursing

    Group One existed long before the Internet. And,yes,I had a friend denied employment because of his Group One report.They report complaints,deferred adjudications,basically anything negative that...

  21. Do you think this is fair?

    jmtndl replied to bigmona's topic in General Nursing

    You wanted this schedule, right?If you don't like the terms, don't work the schedule. "Fair" is a kindergarten

  22. TNCC: Anyone have experience? (Trauma Nurse Core Course)

    jmtndl replied to SonorityGenius's topic in General Nursing

    I found the TNCC course to be really fun! The instructors were not intimidating at the stations, and we worked together to get thru them.It was a very good experience. Look forward to

  23. Advice needed...how to survive the night shift commute...literally.

    jmtndl replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    Please stop before you kill somebody! I beleive that a day/night rotation is irresponsible for employers to force, and that no one shuld be forced to work nights at all. If you are and cannot get...

  24. State is here and I am as cool as a cucumber...

    jmtndl replied to blessedmomma247's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Congratulations on you success with the state sanctioned terrorist organization known as "State". You are a noble and brave woman. I still suffer PTSD from my dealings with them!

  25. I am an American.

    jmtndl replied to UnionRN2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Why do I "have to respect theirs"? I am tolerent and sensitive to many cultures I do not respect. I do not have to accomodate a need to avoid eye contact or suggestions for my patients while...