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icie rn ADN, RN

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  1. Medication error

    icie rn replied to BlessedbyGod's topic in General Nursing

    Haunted; What a fantastic story. I would not like to work with such a nurse either. Those two hours she came in early should have pointed out to everyone her life was sadly lacking in many areas. I...

  2. Accused of being too busy and not "social" enough?? (long)

    icie rn replied to jbp0529's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This sounds like guilt from lack of action is being passed onto your shoulders. Just let things role downhill. It will be their turn soon. I know the patients and their families appreciated your...

  3. I think I've heard it all

    icie rn replied to kimmie1224's topic in General Nursing

    I love the shirt, wonder what they have concerning cats? Our dog age a lortab and a valium once, hubby dropped them and dog was too quick. He was gorked out for a couple of days. Vet was angry but...

  4. Pyxis in Never wrong?

    icie rn replied to BlearnRN's topic in General Nursing

    The Pyxis man can be so wrong. Try to remain calm, this will work out. I do suggest you write down exactly what happened and how you rectified the event. Be sure to include the fact the pills were...

  5. I got accepted

    icie rn replied to coopsc1's topic in Men in Nursing

    :balloons::wink2: Congrats on

  6. heavy lifting

    icie rn replied to nads786's topic in Men in Nursing

    I needed the smile your post gave

  7. heavy lifting

    icie rn replied to nads786's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hello nads; I would say the nurses at your LTC facility have taken advantage of you if they are never available to help with the lifting or turning of patients. Here, it is part of everyone's job to...

  8. Student loan repayment from hospitals in SW Ohio???

    icie rn replied to Deb123j's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Have you talked with your school's financial resource office? There is some sort of program for loan repayment for working in areas that are underserved. I do not have the particulars but maybe they...

  9. Rate your benefits:

    icie rn replied to icie rn's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Noryn, Yes, we all have been threatened with "show up or else" meetings on time off, then go and hear a bunch of same old issues that management intends to do nothing about. I am glad to hear your...

  10. Rate your benefits:

    icie rn posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was really depressed to hear WV is once again among the lowest states when it comes to benefits for employees. Not surprised, but very sad to think we are so underserved. Do you think the facility...

  11. How do you inventory pt valuables?

    icie rn replied to Piper12's topic in Psychiatric

    Most units have an inventory sheet listing different objects and you simply write down the number of "shirts, socks, underwear that person has". The sheet should always be marks/labeled with patients...

  12. Scrubs or street clothes

    icie rn replied to Boston64's topic in Psychiatric

    Know the policy of the unit. Some units demand street clothes only, others allow for a combination, others scrubs. This should have been explained in the interview. One thing, wear good shoes with...

  13. Unlicensed personnel calling in prescriptions?!

    icie rn replied to bassbird's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    This is so funny to me because I spent 3 hours on the phone on Friday trying to get the pharmacy, the nurse, and the doctors to get hubby's Rx right before we leave for a month to visit daughter up...

  14. Employee of the month yet written up 4 insubordination and put on 60days probation.

    icie rn replied to icare4icu's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    This place sounds like a facility that I worked at. The stories I could tell! Sometimes we just have to decide enough is enough and hit the door. I was the most "honored" nurse on the floor for...

  15. NG canisters:Do you empty at change of shift?

    icie rn replied to Stormy62's topic in General Nursing

    Policy changes in many institutions do not require the nurse to empty a container at the end of the shift as long as she has a total of the

  16. Dropping in from ER forum to ask a question ...

    icie rn replied to DiannaK's topic in Psychiatric

    That Mom needs to be educated quickly on these meds and just how abnormally, normal most 3 year olds act daily. Example: 3 yo male, loved to wear silk, played with dolls, sang and danced often at...

  17. court ruling affects all RN'S

    icie rn replied to rnpatrick's topic in Agency Nurses

    Rnpatrick, like the way you think, but reality is reality. Managers often just want the bonus and know staff will keep on keeping on until stress level reaches a point no longer tolerated, several...

  18. Anyone sporting a beard?

    icie rn replied to Ekklesia's topic in Men in Nursing

    Facial hair should be neat, clean and trimmed. Hair on head should be clean, neat and as long as you want it to be. Hair or lack of hair has nothing to do with how good a nurse a person may or may...

  19. Dress for interview

    icie rn replied to Jaguar700's topic in Men in Nursing

    Business casual, clean hair, light aftershave, nice, clean nails, clean shoes with socks that are approiate. I like to see a twinkle in the eye too. It keeps other people guessing. LOL! Good

  20. For all you old-timers: How have you lasted in nursing so long?

    icie rn replied to BBFRN's topic in General Nursing

    Since the power that be decided I would have to work for a living, not be blessed with a silver-spoon existance, I work to eat and pay bills. Like another poster said, sometimes you just suck it up...

  21. Questions about Ohio

    icie rn replied to luv2shopp85's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Hello, No one seems to be answering your question regarding your ADN. While I do not work or live in Ohio, I can speak from experience regarding the degree. A BSN is the coming thing, it will be the...

  22. Moving to Morgantown

    icie rn replied to neurorn73fl's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Chrissy No advice, just wanted to wish you luck on the move. I would bet the move there will be much like any other move, takes time to learn your way around, where to shop and get the deals, good...

  23. Need advice... may relocate to KY

    icie rn replied to ymr9860's topic in General Nursing

    Would it be possible to take a short trip to Lexington to check things out first hand? Would you have to live in that area or would within an hour or two be sufficient? Did you call the BON for info?...

  24. Need advice please.

    icie rn replied to GraceW.'s topic in General Nursing

    We need a little more info. R u a LPN? Have u discussed/checked into refresher courses? Is license current? Did u call BON for info? Sorry, but there is no good way to give any advice until more...

  25. Don't know what to do! Help or advice welcome!

    icie rn replied to pinknurse_84's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with other posters, talk to another advisor, one who has been at college for awhile, or better, the head of the program. If you pay for a class, can get it scheduled accordingly, I see no...