MrChicagoRN RN

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    Declining new patient soc

    MrChicagoRN replied to MM008's topic in Home Health

    No, you are right. You are accountable for all care you provide. Any error you make would create a result of greater magnitude compared to an adult. You could offer to accompany the nurse, or you...
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    Wagon Wheel Schedule?

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

    According to Google, one of these responses addresses the wagon wheel.
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    RN patient ratios

    MrChicagoRN replied to BlessesRN_2011's topic in Psychiatric

    For 22-30 on days, 3 nurses (1 may be LPN), 3-4 MHW, a secretary, 1AT, some social
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    Had a roach fall out of the cealing..

    MrChicagoRN replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Home Health

    As amolucia said, plus barriers. Folded up newspaper (read or unread, doesn't matter). Never put your bag, or your knees, on a dirty surface. Had a roach drop off the ceiling. Far worse was when I...
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    Got a Second Job! Help!

    MrChicagoRN replied to rnBSN223's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    As a professional courtesy you let her know as early as possible that you will no longer be able to work as many hours as of such and such date, but you will be honoring the expectation of the
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    Management sharing too much information?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Kschafer12's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm not sure what the actual law is, but the usual standard is for leadership to not divulge any details. However, people notice when someone is no longer on the schedule, and often are observant...
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    Useful to know another language?

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

    Certified interpreters are required for crucial conversations, but bilingual proficiency allows the clinician to converse with the patient within the scope of ones own level of practice. Requires a...
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    Mental Health Nurse

    MrChicagoRN replied to Solcita's topic in Psychiatric

    Welcome aboard! I'm not clear if you want to be psychiatric nurse on the unit, or as an APN. The latter would be more of you've described you are looking for. It's a great field, a challenging...
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    Useful to know another language?

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

    Sure it can help. if a hospital gets 10 identical resumes, and yours is the only one that's lists a foreign language. Yours may move to the top of the
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    Combative/Violent Confused Patients

    MrChicagoRN replied to missmiamoore's topic in Medical-Surgical

    You complain about management, yet both the ER Doc and your manager were very understanding, and no one "gives a s--t" And if people don't totally agree with you, they are "bitter people who seem to...
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    If you werent a nurse, what other career would you do?

    MrChicagoRN replied to RNtobe23's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. My mind went time traveler...Time Lord...The Doctor.. who?
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    Um... Can you hit before you get hit?

    MrChicagoRN replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Thats pretty cynical for someone who hasn't even started there yet. I work in a patient setting with a high potential for violence, and patient and staff safety is our highest priority. But we...
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    Um... Can you hit before you get hit?

    MrChicagoRN replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Jiu Jitsu, not to sure of, seems more violent to me, and involves more grappling than I think is necessary. Keep in mind, that even if attacked, this is not going to remain 1 on 1, and that others...
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    what is the first question a male nurse asks to an another male nurse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to selva tito's topic in Male Nursing Students

    None of the above Answer A, don't care B, don't care C, will just say hi, whether male or female when I first meet you But, don't let us kill your enthusiasm. Ask whatever you'd
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    Conflicting decisions; Business to Nursing

    MrChicagoRN replied to mshuddleston's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    CNM= clinical nurse manager? A degree in business would help to some degree down the road, but the trend is towards masters degrees for leadership. Also, no short term advantage to have the business...
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    Nurse Manager Hiring Questions

    MrChicagoRN replied to Miss McK's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely go with the behavioral interview. Also, in formulating your questions, what is important to you and the team? What did the previous manager do that was really good, and what did they do...
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    Forcing Meds

    MrChicagoRN replied to Kooky Korky's topic in Psychiatric

    Try googling "mental health law" for your state. I have a print out of the Illinois Mental Health Code, with notes, in my office often not an easy read, but worth
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    Nursing student, I need help from RNs please :)

    MrChicagoRN replied to Marisa1101's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Really waited till the last minute, posting at 855pm central
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    Should I apply to multiple positions in same hospital?

    MrChicagoRN replied to bonbon1121's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You an experienced RN, so it's a different situation Go ahead, apply for both, and don't forget a good cover
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    Does your hospital or facility badge include your credentials?

    MrChicagoRN replied to icuRNmaggie's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Our staff clinicians' badges say first name, last initial, dept, discipline. & a
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    Um... Can you hit before you get hit?

    MrChicagoRN replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Pepper spray...No, No, No In 30 years, I've never had to hit anyone, even with Very violent patients. First of all, avoid get cornered. Seriously. As soon as someone gets beligerant and...
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    Um... Can you hit before you get hit?

    MrChicagoRN replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    No. You cannot hit first. And, you are on legally perilous grounds if you hit back. you can verbally deescalate, you can respond as a team. You can provide emergency medication, or restrain. You...
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    Nursing salary and buying a home?

    MrChicagoRN replied to applesbananas's topic in General Nursing

    Paying off your mortgage early? It's nice to be debt free, if for nothing less than peace of mind. By paying off early, you save a ton of interest. While you will lose a tax deduction, the...
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    Nursing salary and buying a home?

    MrChicagoRN replied to applesbananas's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of really great advice here! Now my 2 cents... Cash flow is everything, but pay yourself first! If your employer has a 401k/403b matching plan, use it. Contribute at least the minimum needed...
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    Chicago RNs - info appreciated for experienced RN!

    MrChicagoRN replied to flightriskRN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Cost of living varies, but $26-28 is pretty much the new grad rate, so you should be able to beat that. Do you have a Chicago address you could use? Parents, friends, etc. I wouldn't wait to get...