brandy1017

brandy1017 ASN, RN

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  1. taking a job but quitting in 4 months?

    brandy1017 replied to direw0lf's topic in General Nursing

    What's the rush in moving? You sound conflicted re your dog and your mom so why not take the job and stay for a year or two and then move rather than move in a hurry. Just because you're not a new...

  2. Old nurse won't retire

    brandy1017 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I had a coworker who tried to make it to full retirement but physically couldn't do it, and many of us implored her to retire as she was in obvious pain, hobbling around with a cane, but she insisted...

  3. Old nurse won't retire

    brandy1017 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I find your post ridiculous on so many levels. One not every marriage or relationship works out. Two children might not be able or willing to care for you in old age especially now when most people...

  4. First job after LPN licensing & Being treated with disrespect!

    brandy1017 replied to Mary0000's topic in General Nursing

    You can go to lunch doesn't sound rude and if there is just the two of you it makes sense that you have to coordinate your lunch breaks. You also bristled at the thought that she is the team leader...

  5. Not cut out for home health?

    brandy1017 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Home Health

    Have you tried to get into clinic nursing, the ones I know that work in the clinics seem the happiest. It might be something to consider. I'm keeping my eyes open too. I'd like to find a pleasant,...

  6. Mom Wants Me to Become an RN as Backup... But I Don't

    brandy1017 replied to RyanThePianist's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You have to live your own life. I think you would regret going into nursing just to placate your mom. Stand your ground and enjoy your music career. But do you really need a Masters if you are...

  7. How to Support the Next Nursing Generation: The Z's

    brandy1017 replied to Melissa Mills's topic in General Nursing

    First thing that came to mind was Trump. I've read that he has to have everything dumbed down due to his short attention span.

  8. Paid Report Time

    brandy1017 replied to cdods's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand how you aren't allowed a lunch or break? There is no reason for this, it would be solved by simply having 3 nurses for 6 patients then everyone could have a break and their lunch...

  9. Paid Report Time

    brandy1017 replied to cdods's topic in General Nursing

    If you are not allowed to leave the floor and be off duty for lunch you need to be paid for that time! If you are not they are in violation of federal labor laws and they are guilty of wage theft!...

  10. Fight for Mandated Nurse - Patient Ratios Heats up - Pennsylvania

    brandy1017 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This is why I don't support the ANA! They are in the pockets of the hospitals and do their bidding. They do not support the nurses as they claim. Sad, real sad! Everyone that actually pays into the...

  11. Gap year before nursing school?

    brandy1017 replied to Sweetie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wouldn't even consider the private college unless they were giving you a very generous scholarship! Save your money! You will be paid the same regardless of what school you went to and in most...

  12. What do you hate about nursing and why?

    brandy1017 replied to ccorreces's topic in General Nursing

    The alarms sometimes I feel I'm going to lose my mind from them! The unsafe working conditions due to short staffing and cutting corners due to pure greed from the corporate CEO and his bean counters!...

  13. What do you hate about nursing and why?

    brandy1017 replied to ccorreces's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience it is usually an overconfident new grad not an experienced nurse that brags and feels the need to show off, fortunately, they are in the minority! An experienced nurse has years of...

  14. Read my story and tell me if I should become an NP.

    brandy1017 replied to RomaniGypsy's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Your best option would probably be a direct entry MSN RN to NP program. You may have to relocate unless you can find an online option and that may entail finding your own clinicals which could be...

  15. Working in MedSurg with ONLY RNs...

    brandy1017 replied to newgradnurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked where there were CNA's, although know of a hospital in the area that did primary nursing with no CNA's. Personally I think it is a terrible idea to run a hospital without CNA's to help...

  16. Best bra for nurses

    brandy1017 replied to iamalagirl's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    This question has never come up before. Some of the comments gave me a real good and needed laugh. But I'm all about comfort. The softest most comfortable bra is what I choose. Save the sexy, lacy...

  17. HR for facility. Not for employees.

    brandy1017 replied to Angelsofmercy's topic in General Nursing

    Did you file a workers comp claim when you first injured your shoulder? Sometimes you have to get an attorney if you are being denied workers comp. I don't understand why you are in trouble for...

  18. Anyone Knowledgeable Here About Medicare/Insurance?

    brandy1017 replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    You sound kind-hearted, but also over-involved in her care. You are a nurse paid by your employer, not her friend or family. Frankly, I feel you are being manipulated by the patient who is trying to...

  19. Cost vs benefit of BSN at middle age

    brandy1017 replied to Grengemly's topic in General Nursing

    I would be leery of going back for your BSN unless your retirement savings is on track. How much do you currently have in student loans? How much tuition reimbursement is your hospital offering? My...

  20. New Grad Nurse Arrogance

    brandy1017 replied to gizmojamz's topic in General Nursing

    I bought myself a beautiful amethyst ring to celebrate, still have it and most important it still fits me! I was not arrogant because I was a very anxious, insecure new nurse so aware of all I didn't...

  21. Didn't scan a narcotic at bedside

    brandy1017 replied to Hailbop16's topic in General Nursing

    I'm glad things worked out ok! I've learned to be extra cautious with pain meds and double check that the scan went thru because I once had a situation where it didn't. Another nurse alerted me and...

  22. I Desperately Want Out

    brandy1017 replied to toxiktraktor's topic in Nursing Career

    Your feelings are very common unfortunately due to the nature of the job and the chronic under staffing of many facilities. Start applying for clinic jobs or outpatient surgery jobs the hours are...

  23. Didn't scan a narcotic at bedside

    brandy1017 replied to Hailbop16's topic in General Nursing

    I think the reporting to DEA is just a scare tactic! Good

  24. Is it possible for a nurse to become a doctor?

    brandy1017 replied to madel23's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree, unless she already knows she wants to specialize say be surgeon or neurologist she would be better off as an NP! Truly the time, money, stress and uncertainty of med school and acceptance...

  25. Help!! New nurse that hates Med/Surg!

    brandy1017 replied to M0nk3y007's topic in Nursing Career

    Considering you're going to be per diem if you are able to transfer at 6 months I'm sure it will be fine. Also I've talked to a clinical instructor asking where all the new grads went since there are...