Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

Psych ICU, addictions

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    Call offs. I love getting the phone call, hate getting the paycheck

    Meriwhen replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I wish I'd be given that chance to say NO to it. I've only been called off once...just to be called back a couple hours later asking if I could possibly come in. Of course, I went in, being young...
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    How to find out Sentara salaries?

    Meriwhen replied to Elizabeth 123's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Ask around this forum: maybe those working there will be willing to post and share what they're
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    Should I leave...working more than expected & salaried

    Meriwhen replied to Nicole2010's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Unless you are truly miserable, don't quit this job unless you already have another official job offer in hand. Job offers for most new grads are few and far between in this
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    Signed Contract as a new nurse

    Meriwhen replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Some were harsh, yes...but at the same time, did you honestly expect to see pages of, "I agree, you shouldn't have to pay a penalty, it's not really your fault!" replies? I agree with the others:...
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    Getting Fired or Resign?

    Meriwhen replied to trustsupplyguy's topic in General Nursing

    If you have the opportunity to resign, do it. Granted, being fired may give you the right to collect unemployment...but it will also give you something that you have to explain to the next potential...
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    Signed Contract as a new nurse

    Meriwhen replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in General Nursing

    OP: you signed a legal contract and made a committment to working for them that is just as binding as the committment they made to training you. I'm not saying don't leave the job, as...
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    I think cutsey scrub tops look ridiculous on adult units

    Meriwhen replied to AZO49008's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I want them too, but I work in
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    Would you be insulted?

    Meriwhen replied to beeble's topic in General Nursing

    My doctor asks me all the time if I did X, Y and Z for the patient, and I don't take it personally. IMO I think the doctor is just double-checking so he/she can reassure the patient that all was taken...
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    Protocol for Going on trip with Patient

    Meriwhen replied to Gingilly's topic in General Nursing

    Something about this whole thing seems really off. I'd contact MAW before you do anything else. Also, even if MAW suggests you use your ID to expedite things, I would refuse to do that. And if after...
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    I think cutsey scrub tops look ridiculous on adult units

    Meriwhen replied to AZO49008's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    A Hello Kitty top is the only cutesy print scrub I own...I bought it about 10 years before I became a nurse. I never wear it on the floor though--it's for sleeping
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    Mistake... now State Board is Calling

    Meriwhen replied to nursefms's topic in Nursing Career

    The BON is not your friend--get a lawyer. Good
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    I think cutsey scrub tops look ridiculous on adult units

    Meriwhen replied to AZO49008's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'm not a fan of the cutesy scrub top either...but I would definitely wear one with chickens on it :) My patients would get a kick out of
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    New book regarding addiction in nurses

    Meriwhen replied to jackstem's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Tell me about it. I'm now up to three nurse-patients and all of them are still in denial about their addiction and are not receptive to any teaching I provide--one still thinks they can "manage" their...
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    New book regarding addiction in nurses

    Meriwhen replied to jackstem's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Got the book and thought it was fantastic--very insightful and brutally honest. My better half started thumbing through it...he has always had a hard time understanding why addiction is such a...
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    What should I do with these??

    Meriwhen replied to sunsg32's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I kept all my textbooks and review stuff...which has been a godsend for the BSN bridge program that I'm currently in--I don't need to go to a library for additional resources :) If you don't plan to...
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    Holiday Pay Policy

    Meriwhen replied to theatredork's topic in General Nursing

    In my facility, nurses get holiday pay only if they're working the actual holiday--the observed holiday doesn't count for extra
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    do you find it hard to find jobs in other field after Psych?

    Meriwhen replied to jxRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Many psych patients have enough medical issues in them to help you retain a lot of your knowlege. You'll work mostly with psych meds, but you'll also have to stay on top of your common non-psych meds...
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    fell asleep during night shift.

    Meriwhen replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Tough one since you got caught sleeping by the client... If he told the agency, then you have no choice IMO but to be honest with the agency and own up to it. Yes, there is a chance you may lose your...
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    Teacher falsley accused me

    Meriwhen replied to tallystudentnurse's topic in General Students

    Don't obsess on scoring one back on her. Don't obsess over other students' problems either. Focus on YOURSELF and YOUR long-term goal: graduation. If that means you have to give up this battle and...
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    Leaving a Job Mid-Orientation??? Please Help!

    Meriwhen replied to kmrn1120's topic in Nursing Career

    In the future you may find yourself at that large hospital chain with hat in hand looking for a job...so you want to minimize damage. First, don't quit job #1 without having job #2 guaranteed because...
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    Newly graduated MA looking for RN programs

    Meriwhen replied to liltray1984's topic in Virginia Nursing

    If you had A&P before, you may not have to take it at TCC--you can request that TCC evaluate your prior A&P class to see if they can give you credit for the class. Look on the TCC website to...
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    Question about Bounced Cheques

    Meriwhen replied to Meraki's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    i think it depends on both the business and the state law. first, it's up to the business if they do want to file charges. some places choose to. other places just settle for receiving payment plus a...
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    Deciding to make the switch

    Meriwhen replied to Simply Complicated's topic in Psychiatric

    A heads-up: you will need a thick skin to survive in psych...not so much from dealing with other staff as it is from dealing with patients, especially those with personality disorders. They can be...
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    Not a New Grad anymore?

    Meriwhen replied to Gonzo13's topic in General Nursing

    All of the hospitals in my area have told me that you are considered a new grad until you have had one year of
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    HELP! News might want to interview me!!!!

    Meriwhen replied to StephieBRn's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, listen to your gut instincts. If you have any discomfort about doing this interview, then the answer is No, don't do it. If you really do want to do the interview, then I agree with TDCHIM's...