Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

Psych ICU, addictions

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    In fear of losing my license.

    Meriwhen replied to Newgrad665's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a lawyer, but if the guy isn't a patient or coworker, HIPAA wasn't violated in any way, and this was done on your personal device on your own time, I don't see anything the BRN can reprimand...
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    Wearing Scrubs Outside of the Workplace

    Meriwhen replied to NewGradRN114's topic in General Nursing

    I did get a box of donuts on the house one time :) Other than that, me
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    Wearing Scrubs Outside of the Workplace

    Meriwhen replied to NewGradRN114's topic in General Nursing

    I'll run errands in my scrubs. I don't wear my ID badge, so no one knows I'm a nurse and therefore I don't get pestered with
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    Do grades mean much?

    Meriwhen replied to Zooey72's topic in General Students

    This. With so many new grads seeking that first job, a lot of employers--including one that I have previously worked for--are using grades to cull the herd of applicants. That doesn't mean a 4.0...
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    Is it wrong for a nurse to look at charts of patients not under their care?

    Meriwhen replied to michigannurse2014's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Yes, it's wrong. While I can understand your curiosity and desire to learn, this is a HIPAA violation if you do not have a legitimate reason to be in their chart. Being fired for a HIPAA violation is...
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    NOC: What for lunch/dinner?

    Meriwhen replied to Alex_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yogurt and some frozen fruit, or a protein shake. I try not to graze on snacks during the night because it's very easy for me to lose track of how much I
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    Dress Code: scrubs or business casual for Psych ER

    Meriwhen replied to VeniceBeachNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    This. It doesn't matter what I or anyone else where to our job. What matters is what YOUR facility wants you to wear to your job. Contact them and ask. if they don't provide a dress code, IMO wear...
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    Dress Code: scrubs or business casual for Psych ER

    Meriwhen replied to VeniceBeachNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    I could wear scrubs or casual including jeans. I did both: scrub top and
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    Child Inpatient Psychiatry or Psychiatric ER?

    Meriwhen replied to kingvonnBSN2017's topic in Psychiatric

    If you want to change your username, go over to How do I change my username, password, or email address? – allnurses.com Help Desk as that will tell you exactly how to do it. Look at the timeframe...
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    Anyone been caught for diversion of non narcotics?

    Meriwhen replied to Cruise123's topic in Nurses Recovery

    For the record, I don't believe BONs/diversion programs are intentionally setting nurses up to fail. But I do believe the BON/program isn't always grounded in reality when determining the...
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    Anyone been caught for diversion of non narcotics?

    Meriwhen replied to Cruise123's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I second this. Think of it like dealing with JCAHO when they visit: answer the questions asked, but keep the explanations brief and don't volunteer any information that they didn't ask for. Also, I...
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    Marijuana and IPN

    Meriwhen replied to IMNRN33's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You will find that life without beer (or any alcohol) is not as bad as you think it might be. There is a great website called Hello Sunday Morning. It's Australian-based but open to everyone. It's a...
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    Finding a job as a new nurse. Help?

    Meriwhen replied to MiamiR.N.'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Moving to First Job Hunt Assistance Forum. And I agree with llg: it looks like you're applying to the specialities that almost every other new grad--as well as many experienced nurses--also wants in...
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    Resume question

    Meriwhen replied to bluecoffee's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Moved to the Resume Advice for Nurses forum. Best of luck in your job
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    Conflict with Charge - 6 Month Review

    Meriwhen replied to Roggae's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, I agree with most of the posters here. This does not sound like a safe place to work...and the only person who can protect your license is YOU. I'd consider getting out of Dodge while you can....
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    Job Interview

    Meriwhen replied to Linrene's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Business casual at minimum. So that can be a dress, skirt, slacks, whatever. Better a touch overdressed than underdressed. Do NOT dare show up in scrubs. It doesn't matter if that is the nursing...
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    How to politely tell a patient "do it yourself"

    Meriwhen replied to railroadrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Don't forget the apologetic smile and the look of "I really wish I could, but..." on your face as you say it. I've had years of honing my skills on Axis II patients. My goal is to get to the point...
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    Marijuana and IPN

    Meriwhen replied to IMNRN33's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    As you've just discovered, marijuana use is incompatible with a successful nursing career. Now you need to decide which one you want more. If you really want to continue nursing, then as the saying...
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    Losing job because of panic attacks

    Meriwhen replied to LeCirque's topic in Psychiatric

    Per the TOS, we can not give you medical (including psychiatric) advice. That being said, if a patient came to you saying their panic attacks were getting worse, what would you tell them? You'd tell...
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    How to politely tell a patient "do it yourself"

    Meriwhen replied to railroadrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm sorry, but I'm unable to do that. But I can get you the phone/there's the phone over there, so you can call them while you're waiting to finish up here. I'm sorry, but I'm unable to do that....
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    How do you handle manipulative/demanding patients?

    Meriwhen replied to kimmyanne02's topic in Psychiatric

    And if he gets violent, you call the MD and get an order for a B-52 IM (Haldol 5mg, Benadryl 50mg, Ativan 2mg) or whatever lay-them-out-flat shot of choice your MD prefers, and your patient gets a...
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    Anyone been caught for diversion of non narcotics?

    Meriwhen replied to Cruise123's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Diversion is still theft, whether it's a lowly aspirin or the big guns of Dilaudid. And theft is not without consequences. It depends on whether your employer plans to report it to the authorities...
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    License approved with criminal background!!!

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

    Congratulations and best of luck in your nursing career!
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    Do You Use A Jackhammer?

    Meriwhen replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    I use an exceptionally fine-point pen (seriously, they don't sell them in stores, I have to order them online) for charting. The point is so sharp it's also good for opening even the toughest med...
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    A year since graduation & not working

    Meriwhen replied to VegGal's topic in General Nursing

    This is true. Many facilities in CA prefer the BSN. I'm surprised a LTC hasn't snapped you up, as that's not a specialty nurses typically run towards. Keep trying. You may have better luck inland...