MrChicagoRN RN

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    Problem with question

    MrChicagoRN replied to creyzi4zb12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If drawing ABG is an option, that tells me the patient is hospitalized. If a hospitalized patient needs to clean the kitchen, what is that telling you about their mental status? if you don't address...
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    PRN for ETOH withdrawal day of discharge

    MrChicagoRN replied to sassyann85's topic in Psychiatric

    Before I came aboard, it was an unwritten rule to not given PRN prior to DC, "because it shows they aren't ready for DC." I didn't see the logic. Many patients experience DC anxiety. Driving...
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    Student nurse looking for advice on landing a job at a psychiatric facility

    MrChicagoRN replied to TheNew1's topic in Psychiatric

    It's a peer support position. Those are usually filled with people who have come back from experiencing mental illness. That would require some disclosure. New1, my concern would be if you moved...
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    Why can't CPI be 2 years like everything else?

    MrChicagoRN replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Psychiatric

    We do 2 years, with a yearly mini
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    Security guards

    MrChicagoRN replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Psychiatric

    My hospital, like all general hospitals, has a security team and department. They are CPI trained, come when called, & follow the lead of the clinical staff. I think I've had as many as 6 up on...
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    going to a job fair in scrubs?

    MrChicagoRN replied to STL2008, RN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Scrubs & unshowered vs showering & dressing professionally... Split the difference... Wash up in a remote washroom at work, change clothes and go and get it done. Or or since job fairs are...
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    Peer Specialists

    MrChicagoRN posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Does anyone use them on their units? Peer Specialists may be paid employees or volunteers who have recovered from significant mental illness. They now provide peer support to those who are now in...
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    Getting unemployment for called off

    MrChicagoRN replied to tiggerslilyrn's topic in General Nursing

    In Illinois you can file if your income falls below a certain threshold due to a lack of work. There is also an exclusionary period after you file. I'm not sure that a nurse would fall below the...
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    stressful times Bayelsa state

    MrChicagoRN replied to Oyinz24's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I think that, looking at your post from an American perspective, they misunderstood your message. So, you are looking how to deal with the stress of being a student, is that right? i see you are...
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    EVANGELISM IN WARD

    MrChicagoRN replied to Oyinz24's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Oyinz, it may be helpful to put in your profile that you are in Nigeria. Spirituality and Nursing are often highly connected, and helps drive some nurses to do what they do. Here, someone may use the...
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    stressful times Bayelsa state

    MrChicagoRN replied to Oyinz24's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hello Oyinz, It appears that you are from southern Nigeria, Africa. Welcome People have focused on your use of saviour, evangelize, and patient "wards" I am thinking that perhaps when you say...
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    new job, clearances

    MrChicagoRN replied to tenhunderd's topic in General Nursing

    Any drug screens, background checks, etc have always been initiated by my prospective
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    Correcting MAR at Change Over

    MrChicagoRN replied to Stephen123's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone should be doing it the same way. What do your policies and your manager/DON say about correcting an error? That is ultimately what you need to
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    Continued Education (CEs)

    MrChicagoRN replied to synergyworks's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    FYI, Just noticed this 4 hour course is still free Also Home - American Psychiatric Nurses Association usually offer free psych ceu, even more for
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    Fired for "sounding like I'm high"....

    MrChicagoRN replied to Knuckles31's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, it is generally unprofessional for a manager to fire someone over the phone. There are better ways to handle this. If nothing else, the employee should have the opportunity to ask questions...
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    Translator for patients

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

    FYI, speech is interpreted, only written materials are translated. Correct. CMS & TJC prohibits anyone who is not a certified interpreter to interpret above their level of practice. How do you...
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    Is it OK to discipline nurses extra for calling in sick on a holiday?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I look at patterns. If you call in repeatedly on M or Friday's, you bookend your vacations by calling in the day before & day after, or you call in every holiday you work,you will get a write up....
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    dischargin psych pts question

    MrChicagoRN replied to sassyann85's topic in Psychiatric

    They have been discharged, so what purpose would that have to go after them except possibly convincing them to come get their stuff. Does this happen a lot. If they're running away without even...
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    Patient rights to refuse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to wezzie, RN's topic in Psychiatric

    ^yes! in Illinois, a patient may refuse non emergency medications, regardless of legal status (vol or invol). in order to administer non-emergency meds, a separate hearing and a very specific court...
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    Not treated fairly

    MrChicagoRN replied to ntvan07's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    So, what happened with HR? you glossed over that point. Also, could anything have happened at the party that might have ruffled her
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    Day Shift Jobs In Nursing?

    MrChicagoRN replied to poodlemomrn's topic in General Nursing

    It varies by institution. Not ALL facilities, or all units, are 12 hours. Ambulatory care, ambulatory surgery, case management, and sometimes psych, are often 8 hours. School nursing follows the...
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    Can I lose my license???

    MrChicagoRN replied to Staceyface65's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I know an APN, licensed suspended for addiction, drug diversion. Later "not renewed". Also, there was a nurse in illinois, 6-7 years ago. Felony conviction for crashing into 2 motorcyclists sitting...
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    Why am I starting out making 19 an hour?

    MrChicagoRN replied to NewgradMary's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Actually $19 is $39520 if you are scheduled 40 hours per week. like others have pointed out, location matters. You may be able to able to find a home in your town for $40-50.000, while the median...
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    Bullying

    MrChicagoRN replied to Percvalh's topic in Psychiatric

    We have no idea regarding the details of your problems. If you have,access to EAP, I'd suggest talking to them. They are neutral, and services are free and confidential. They could be helpful in...
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    Admission fee

    MrChicagoRN replied to Vishwamitr's topic in Florida Nursing

    I'm confused. If OP had applied through CAS, I can see a second fee for FIU, but why would he have to use CAS if he had already applied