MrChicagoRN RN

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    Vacation and new job...thoughts?

    MrChicagoRN replied to csj50's topic in General Nursing

    It's not unusual for people to have events planned prior to being offered a new position. If if they know ASAP, it probably won't be an issue, especially if you're willing to postpone if necessary....
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    Dried blood

    MrChicagoRN replied to yeezimiller's topic in General Nursing

    i suggest you Google "alcohol and hepatitis." As a licensed clinician, I would think you'd be best served to do some research to decrease anxiety. Then come here if you still have questions. most...
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    Threatened by patient

    MrChicagoRN replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    State laws vary, but generally, threatening to harm someone is assault. If you aren't getting what you need from security & management, you are free to call the police if you genuinely feel that...
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    Demand for LPN in Chicago?

    MrChicagoRN replied to MsKim's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hospitals in Chicago have pretty much eliminated LPN on the inpatient side. i think Mt Sinai still does, but that's the only one I know. If if you want to work inpatient, Chicago is increasingly a...
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    Joint Commission coming soon :(

    MrChicagoRN replied to SaraKitty's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Know basic infection control, like when you use cavi-wipes, when you use bleach wipes. What you do if C-diff is suspected. How long you wash hands for, what condition Requires hand washing vs...
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    HELP: How Extensive Are Hiring Background Checks?

    MrChicagoRN replied to khaleesikitten's topic in General Students

    There are probably hundreds of web cam sites, and thousands of women doing this. I doubt if someone would distinctly remember your face after seeing you online a year or two later when you apply,...
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    The Official I Hate School Thread

    MrChicagoRN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    The only way I could write my papers was when the house was empty, or everyone in bed. Even then, I'd take a break every hour or
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    Can UAP collect a Foley urine specimen in NCLEX World?

    MrChicagoRN replied to lasarazen's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Emptying the bag is not the same as aspirating and collecting a sterile specimen. I think that it is likely a licensed nursing
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    PRN with set schedule fired for excessive abscenses need advice

    MrChicagoRN replied to fortyyogamer's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Either in your handbook, or in their policy and procedure manual, there is probably a section on progressive discipline. This would also include a grievance procedure, as well as a definition of...
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    What is a new graduate nurse supposed to do if there aren't any jobs available?

    MrChicagoRN replied to skyheaven477's topic in Nursing Career

    FYI you are responding to something written 2 years. The OP posted a year ago that she had found regular employment. No further posts after
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    Recovering opiate addict accepted into nursing school; Can I attend while prescribed Subox

    MrChicagoRN replied to MaleLPNStudent2's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You've been in treatment for over a year, tapering down the whole time? Do you have a time frame when you will be suboxone free? if you can be off it before your January start, that might be your...
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    Can an employer ask you what medications you are taking?

    MrChicagoRN replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    In light of the German pilot who crashed into the mountain side, killing >100 people, I think perhaps they are being super cautious. I think it's being overly cautious, as 1 out of 4 people...
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    should i worry yet

    MrChicagoRN replied to Meg86an's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It's Friday before a holiday week end. People are trying to wrap up their week, and prepare for only being there 4 days next week. Go ahead and call, but if you don't get an answer today, don't...
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    MrChicagoRN replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    As I stated earlier, at least 2 different women have been named as the one, they can't both be the convicted teen...perhaps neither one is. Would you want your acquaintances wondering about YOU,...
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    Is psych nursing usually this eventful?

    MrChicagoRN replied to golson's topic in Psychiatric

    Thankfully, no very uncommon. I'm glad I don't work there. They're probably going to be facing a full public health/CMS survey, if they haven't
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    MrChicagoRN replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    Am I the only one who finds this whole thread increasingly creepy? it started out with, I can't reveal the details, to everyone being able to easily figure out who it is. Its really interesting to...
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    What makes a nursing contract binding & official?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Kit.Kat's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely contact an employment lawyer regarding the contract. and a complaint to the DOL is in order. If employees are required to attend the days of orientation, they must be paid for the time...
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    Wait after the interview...

    MrChicagoRN replied to caseyuptonurse's topic in Nursing Career

    It sounds like they are interested, but things can still change Until you have the actual offer in hand, continue your
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    MrChicagoRN replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    Correct, Ruby. We don't know the circumstances, and sometimes there are mitigating circumstances. Here are some convicted teen murderers who never actually killed anyone. How 4 teens became...
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    New to Psych Nursing need advice

    MrChicagoRN replied to chickadee123's topic in Psychiatric

    Most patients DONT spit, kick, or bite; but it could happen. many clinicians who aren't in psych make it sound much more dangerous than it is likely to be. Most non-psych clinicians have little idea...
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    False??? Advertising

    MrChicagoRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    This was back before e-books and rentals became an option: I would Google the ISBN code to find discounted or used versions. Occasionally I'd buy an international version, which is softcover and much...
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    I am a staffing coordinator looking for a mock schedule 8hr every other wkend off

    MrChicagoRN replied to Moonlight47's topic in General Nursing

    Set up a grid, plug everyone in for the weekends first. Any one who works the week end then gets either Th or Fri off AND Mon or Tues. And alternate the Fridays off, so no one feels picked
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    Don't know

    MrChicagoRN replied to lrdcn3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    do you think attention to detail might be affecting your results? are you reading through everything carefully before
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    Pressing Assault Charges WITHOUT disclosing your full Name??

    MrChicagoRN replied to orientbeachgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Every person who has to file charges against a violent person may have similar concerns. Although you do have to give your name, if it's work related, give your work address as your address. You do...
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    PCCTI LPN Program in Chicago

    MrChicagoRN replied to winniecooper's topic in Illinois Nursing

    62-85% pass rate 2010-2014