MAISY, RN-ER BSN, RN

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    2nd career nurses, are they happier?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to scastillo1's topic in General Nursing

    I am a second career nurse...do I love it? Most days. Do I hate it? Some days. Worked in a high powered middle management position and was downsized. Back then I made money, but I also spent hard...
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    How do u go to nursing if you have to work full time?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to kgard7777's topic in General Nursing

    Look for a weekend program. Clinicals are done on the weekends, this way childcare is accomplished by family. Just an
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    MORPHINE and Dying Patients

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to constantlylearning's topic in General Nursing

    Remember morphine alleviates pain, but also anxiety, and air hunger during the end of life. As the others have said, vitals signs are not indicative of pain...especially in those who have had extreme...
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    Will you work during a Pandemic?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I echo the advice. Read the links, the 1918 flu did take 4o million lives...this was a transmission that remained animal dna only. If that was to happen today it would be over 100 million people...
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    Old New Nurse W/ An Attitude

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to OncNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    If your reviews are dependent on helping each other, why are the other "experienced" nurses bothering anyone? I am all for being yourself, and helping all you can. I am an older newbie 2yrs...there...
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    quit after last 8th week of orientation. do i have to add this 2 my resume?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to lilmaxine02's topic in General Nursing

    I say tell...if you are found out, it is usually grounds for firing. Most companies have a 90 day firing clause...also, a truth in hiring clause. I don't see the problem, a new grad has no idea...
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    Family present during code of patient

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to sharonhayes's topic in Emergency

    Although I've read the reccomendations I think family at the bedside during CPR should only occur with calm, chaperoned family members. Codes are loud and scary for new personnel, so imagine how a...
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    4 weeks with preceptor?!?!

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to Lee2584's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had an externship that was 12 weeks on Oncology and that wasn't enough! I am amazed you are surviving. Those people are so sick and complex! If you are committed to staying, surround yourself...
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    didcharge nsg note

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to fatdaddy's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry, Didn't think of it as a final note....was thinking of paperwork given to patients. In ER, our charting is done on computers, so for say ankle sprain: dx of ankle sprain, RICE, crutch walking...
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    didcharge nsg note

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to fatdaddy's topic in General Nursing

    Medical diagnosis. Medications prescribed and how to use them. Follow up instructions. Referrals to specialists, outpatient in house help and PT. Possibly current condition-care of drainage...
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    Nursing as a Science and Religious Consideration in Healthcare

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to MQ Edna's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Accepting patients as they are...a nurses duty, a patient's expectation. Rightfully so... My first memorable nursing experience and terminal patient was as an extern on an Oncology floor. An African...
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    Too UGLY for Nursing?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to showbizrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    How sad for grandma...only evil family members, no licensed nurse to take care of her. Oh well...confession is good for the soul, isn't it? Too bad the rest of the congregation thought it was...
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    Icp

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to TeresaB930's topic in General Nursing

    When in doubt always HOB up....always do what you think is right. Go with your gut...but, it's always a good idea to have basic reference books when you work-I carry them all the time. There is no...
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    It's sometimes hard being a nurse of color isn't it?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to Kanani_Ikike's topic in General Nursing

    I can never be black, anymore than you can be a caucasian. What I can say is that some people's perceptions and opinions will never change, others will change by exposure to you and your fellows. I...
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    Patient family issues

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to foxc1121's topic in General Nursing

    When I have a family on the floor, the first thing I do is orient them to the area. If they want extras, they do not have to wait for me...help yourself. That being said..I do expect if the patient...
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    Why So Many Unhealthy Nurses?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    Not thin, can't run a marathon, and hate dieting. HOWEVER I CAN... Work 15 hours and keep going, and going. Hold my bladder for a full shift if no break....not too healthy. Not drink anything for...
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    hospitalists in hospitals

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to juswilliams0978's topic in General Nursing

    Our hospitalists are MDs and we love them. Each group is always on site. Patients are really seen...orders are written....and they can be paged overhead. I wish we could get rid of our admitting...
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    Update: My wound patient

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to TazziRN's topic in General Nursing

    AWESOME! Way to go Tazzi! :yelclap:
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    Color Coded Braclets

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to travelcrazyRN's topic in General Nursing

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    Nurses' Unions

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to nursemike's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    NJNU-At this point I am not sure anyone whould support a new union enviornment....they sure as hell aren't supporting the old one. Unfortunately, people here are complacent.....and just deal with it!...
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    Might need to make a change...

    MAISY, RN-ER posted a topic in General Nursing

    Working ER is exciting, but also very stressful..considering a change. Lately, we've been so snowed under by patients I am fearing for my license and patient's lives daily due to the non-stop stream...
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    What do you think should be the starting salary for nurses?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to Plagueis's topic in General Nursing

    "I have 40 years of battle fatigue and make $24.00, BS degree, Certification too" That is not enough! A move to NJ would assure you probably 2x as much. God bless you obviously a force beyond money...
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    What do you think should be the starting salary for nurses?

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to Plagueis's topic in General Nursing

    $30.00 an hour isn't enough to work in an ER, or any critical care area...we need HAZARD pay! I am not sure any amount is worth our license in this litigeous society! I would say $50.00 and up....
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    Nurses' Unions

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to nursemike's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Live in a right to work state. My hospital has union. Not thrilled with their outcomes. I pay....nothing is done. We are the lowest paid hospital in the area....our contract from Nov 06 has still...
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    EEK! There's a woman in my room!

    MAISY, RN-ER replied to 58flyer's topic in General Nursing

    I always give both sexes privacy when caring for their needs. I can't imagine striking anyone's scrotum to stop an erection. It's cruel, especially to a young man! That was an evil nurse! You are...