rierie

rierie

Adult Care- Neuro ICU, Ortho, IRU, Pedi

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  1. Facility closing....pregnant...freaking out!

    rierie posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Okay tonight I found out that the facility I am working in South Texas will be closing it's doors within 2 weeks. We never recieved our permit from the state and have been unable to bill for services...

  2. Has anyone ever quit a new job after a few weeks?

    rierie replied to HealthyRN's topic in General Nursing

    hmmm....after a few hours into orientation I returned to a facility that I had once worked at as a nurse and quit within 6 months. I knew of their crooked practices even though they were a...

  3. A few more questions before moving to Texas.

    rierie replied to John123's topic in Texas Nursing

    John, I worked at Medical Center of Plano for >2 yrs and I loved working the Rehab unit. On nights the ratio is 8-9, evenings 6-7, days 5-6 and the team work was out of this world! You can pick...

  4. Moving to Corpus Christi

    rierie replied to anticoagulationurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    Good for you! My Boyfriend and I made a trip to Austin in September for the weekend. We stayed Downtown and I was kind of leary but when we got there it was wonderful. We were walking around 6th...

  5. Where to live and work in Texas?

    rierie replied to John123's topic in Texas Nursing

    I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE North Texas. I worked in Plano for 4 years and although I moved away to be with my new love I regret the work move to South Texas. The area you want to go to is great (but is really...

  6. LVN's paying for school?

    rierie posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I was just wondering if there are any other LVN's that are unable to get financial aid due to already having an established career in nursing. I have been an LVN for 10+ years so I make too much to...

  7. How opposite are you and your mate?

    rierie replied to wooosp's topic in General Nursing

    Ok let's see.... I'm an LVN for 10+ years. He's a cop for 2 years. We both work with people that mostly aren't to happy to see us until we have solved the problem. So in that respect he understands my...

  8. Moving to Corpus Christi

    rierie replied to anticoagulationurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    Sorry the reply has taken so long but that may say something about this area. I have worked in CC for more than 1 year and have jumped employers 3 times. This is very out of character for me but I...

  9. So you hate your job....?

    rierie replied to RN Randy's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to appreciate your job more you may need to move to an area that appreciates you more and where you feel like you can't be replaced. I would consider looking for a MAGNET hospital. I...

  10. Any Nurses With Anxiety Disorders?

    rierie replied to Susanna23's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Goodnesss gracious please don't worry about this. I've been an LVN working in the hospital setting for 10+ years and I'm not sure that I've met a nurse that doesn't take antidepressant...LOL. And this...

  11. Do you compliment your co-workers?

    rierie replied to Sassybottom's topic in General Nursing

    I worked for a facility in Dallas that I loved and I felt my co-workers were so supportive. We also had a life away from work as friends which was nice too. When we left work we said "Thanks so much...

  12. Have I displayed drug seeking behavior??

    rierie replied to elthia's topic in General Nursing

    Have you and your Neurologist every discussed Pseudo Tumor Cerebri? I was told I had a "migraine" for more than 2 years. No one would listen to me. They all thought I was a hypochondriac and I was...

  13. What would you change about your scrubs?

    rierie replied to daisygirl_001's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I know QVC sells a new custom jean that you can pick color, cut, zip-fly, button fly, inseam, seat fit, waist fit and you just put in the measurements that work for you. I am 4'11" and not skinny....

  14. Thank you's - memorable ones you've received?

    rierie replied to Liddle Noodnik's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have been an LVN for 10+years now and although I can recall the many thank you's and gifts recieved there is one in particular that sticks with me constantly. It may be a lengthy story but well...

  15. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    rierie replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    As for the l.o.l. growing the plant in her nether regions....I always wondered why I could never grow anything. I've been doing it wrong this whole time! I always thought the expression was "green...

  16. LVN >10 years...still questioning if this is right for me

    rierie posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LVN for more than 10 years. I thought I had passed that stage of wondering if I had picked the right profession. I am now facing the decision to go back to school. I am really wondering...

  17. Difficult situation

    rierie replied to weesyanne's topic in General Nursing

    In my experiences I have noticed that some people have a malfunction that I have termed "loss of filter" If a co-worker starts talking about things that shouldn't be discussed openly then I just say...

  18. LVN >10 years...still questioning if this is right for me

    rierie replied to rierie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    thank you all so much for the response. I do plan on going back to school while I ponder that future with or without an RN but it is nice knowing that someone else may have the same perspective as I...

  19. What exactly is a pyxis?

    rierie replied to TraumaGirl1018's topic in Medical-Surgical

    It is a very user friendly (usually touch screen) machine that despenses meds in a way like a vending machine. Although there are lot of ways that the system can alert you and save you from...

  20. Promethazine IV Question

    rierie replied to PMercier's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Okay question? Even if the physician orders the Phenergan 25mg IVP now can you not just decrease to dose to what you believe sufficient for that patients circumstance and if 6.25 is not enough in 15...

  21. Deciding whether to drop out CRNA school?

    rierie replied to micugirl's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I think when anyone is handed admission into a field of medicine they should get a lifetime prescription for antidepressants and some PRN Xanax....good luck! I have high respect for you. Think about...

  22. Cost of living help while going to LPN school...

    rierie replied to Blondee88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am an LVN currently trying to find funding somewhere while I try to go back to school I have attentded school for some prereq's while working full-time and I have found that to be difficult. My...

  23. Share Your Funniest Patient Stories...

    rierie replied to Trvln Nurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    One night I was working in Neuro ICU with a bunch of hilarious staff. They were always so silly. I floated there on a hectic night. One of the really cute male nurses was dealing with a lady that was...

  24. Share Your Funniest Patient Stories...

    rierie replied to Trvln Nurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    I had an older gentelman with the dreaded sundowners. I heard a rustling as I got closer to the room. I opened his door and he was sitting over a urinal by the entrance door. His foley bag was still...

  25. Nurses are Pathetic!!

    rierie replied to lorster's topic in General Nursing

    Ok so how do you go about getting one of those stripper jobs again...?