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  1. Go Fund Me for Co-workers?

    RNfaster replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sometimes I think if folks don't have the money, they should scale down their plans... Here's a link to an article on low-cost funerals, including free cremations. I now better understand why Costco...

  2. New Hire Help...

    RNfaster replied to Sweetlillove's topic in General Nursing

    You might try contacting your state's labor board. Alert them of what is going on at this institution. If the institution does not pay you, advise them of that,

  3. Scared of loans

    RNfaster replied to tanac's topic in General Nursing

    That amount of debt is too high. I wouldn't do it. Community college programs cost a lot less. You might even get a job with a healthcare institution that will help pay your school tuition while you...

  4. I think I got offered a job

    RNfaster replied to AvaRose's topic in Nursing Career

    SNF/rehab experience can get you into acute care. On the other hand, having had nursing experience at a SNF/rehab can disqualify you from new-grad nursing programs at an acute care hospital. ---Are...

  5. Hired for new job, but they gave me a pay cut without knowing it.

    RNfaster replied to heather24242's topic in Nursing Career

    You might try discussing it with either the hiring manager or HR...(If you seemed to have a greater affinity for one versus the other, you might try that person.) ---You might ask how the pay is...

  6. Burned Out & Bummed Out - Can't find my nursing "niche"

    RNfaster replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Sometimes the culture of an institution can make a difference... Are you in one that has a progressive culture (e.g., related to patient safety, diversity, accountability, etc.)? Have the places you...

  7. How are you saving for retirement?

    RNfaster replied to YoutubeTheNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Some employer plans offer designated Roth accounts... More info at:Retirement Plans FAQs on Designated Roth Accounts The combined amount contributed to all designated Roth accounts and traditional,...

  8. Is it true all nurses get MRSA or C-DIFF?

    RNfaster replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    The data just doesn't support that a majority of healthcare workers are colonized with MRSA, much less S. aureus. Below are some links to evidence-based articles related to MRSA and healthcare...

  9. Is it true all nurses get MRSA or C-DIFF?

    RNfaster replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    Check out the following evidence-based articles that suggest that healthcare workers are not colonized by C. difficile in high numbers: Prevalence of Clostridium difficile colonization among...

  10. Do you overspend on luxury items as a nurse?

    RNfaster replied to Neywel120's topic in General Nursing

    No. I save and enjoy hitting savings goals. Once I hit those, I set new ones. As other folks have mentioned, debt is not a kind monkey to have on one's back. I think it's better to have a solid...

  11. I Don't Think He Meant To Hurt Me

    RNfaster replied to SunnyPupRN's topic in Private Duty

    I agree with others that you should report it to your management. They will then be able to protect subsequent caregivers (and even you and your patient) better. What if you are out sick one day, and...

  12. New Nurse feeling very down

    RNfaster replied to RNthenDoc's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    You are not incompetent. You are learning. And even experienced nurses have tried to flush an IV that is closed. Many experienced nurses have also had some medication spill on the sheets when...

  13. Have you ever worked with someone who had such a nasty attitude that it was almost hostile

    RNfaster replied to 1Jessie86's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Interestingly, Joint Commission classes eye rolling as a "disruptive behavior." http://www.jointcommission.org/assets/1/18/tjc-improvingpatientandworkersafety-monograph.pdf - page 98 Some other...

  14. Words You Hate

    RNfaster replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in General Nursing

    I hate nare (incorrect singular of nares --correct version:

  15. Have you ever worked with someone who had such a nasty attitude that it was almost hostile

    RNfaster replied to 1Jessie86's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This thread is thought-provoking, with a lot of good input. I still must say that do not think that incivility should be accepted as a norm in our workplace. I am not saying it will not occur, but I...

  16. Have you ever worked with someone who had such a nasty attitude that it was almost hostile

    RNfaster replied to 1Jessie86's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I do think it would have been better for the OP to talk to the "problem" nurse, rather than escalating it to management. (Sometimes folks have a bad day...) We do not work in a perfect world. On the...

  17. Compression Socks / Stockings

    RNfaster replied to GFofstudentRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I wear 20-30mm Hg thigh highs by Allegro to reduce leg fatigue/soreness (they really work)... I get them at BrightLifeDirect.com. I wait for their sales where they have buy three get one free. I think...

  18. learning for your own benefit

    RNfaster replied to guest707142's topic in General Nursing

    Prepare for NCLEX right along side with your courses. Read extra pharmacology as related to your coursework. But, as others have mentioned, put first priority on required schoolwork. Read the...

  19. Urine from drainage bag?

    RNfaster replied to DierkyBrewster's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Interesting...I guess that might be why some of the providers I have talked to say it's not really worth it to get a sample... Initially, I learned from nursing staff about using a catheter to get the...

  20. Urine from drainage bag?

    RNfaster replied to DierkyBrewster's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have learned that if family or the patient is questioning something, it's usually worth it to investigate further. With a Foley catheter, it's okay to take it from the sample port. Ileal conduit is...

  21. Urine from drainage bag?

    RNfaster replied to DierkyBrewster's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If patient has a urostomy, e.g., ileal conduit, the stoma should be cathed for the urine sample. Even, so, many providers will say U/A results from ileal conduits are going to be abnormal. Check this...

  22. Is it true all nurses get MRSA or C-DIFF?

    RNfaster replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    Here are some links to some evidence-based data related to C diff and MRSA rates in healthcare workers... BMC Infectious Diseases | Full text | Prevalence of Clostridium difficile colonization among...

  23. Is it true all nurses get MRSA or C-DIFF?

    RNfaster replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, they can test solid stools... I have had solid stool come back positive for C diff... My lab usually refuses solid stool, except per provider order...(this is often done related to...

  24. tips for reading in nursing school without having to read every single word

    RNfaster replied to Bailando's topic in General Students

    The more you read the material, the faster you will be...unfamiliar words tend to slow me down, but once I understand them, I can read many times faster. --Take the time in the beginning...it will...

  25. What if nursing doesn't work?

    RNfaster replied to snow22's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think you've given it enough time to decide if you are happy or not. You said you've been a nurse for three months. Three months as a nurse in one job is not enough, and it sounds like you are...