MrChicagoRN RN

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    Question about cover letters

    MrChicagoRN replied to MissH1967's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It's fine to make a template and edit it to the position, as long as you actually do adapt it to each application. Avoid vague generic compliments and don't tell me you are uniquely qualified for the...
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    Why is Fosamax contraindicated with patient about to undergo ECT?

    MrChicagoRN replied to jennyx33's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    ^ Patient would be NPO pMN. No oral meds would typically be given till after the
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    Why is Fosamax contraindicated with patient about to undergo ECT?

    MrChicagoRN replied to jennyx33's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Double
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    Is it Possible to Get Hired in Chicago with Just an Associates Degree?

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

    You can do it, but it will be a challenge. You'll probably have the best luck with the smaller, independent hospitals, and of course there's
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    Cna background checks for work?

    MrChicagoRN replied to marsqueen's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Background check is to see if you have been arrested/convicted, are an excluded person on the Medicare list, any lawsuits, maybe a credit check. That's pretty much it. Don't sweat
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    The way we ask for someone's pain level?

    MrChicagoRN replied to cmav8's topic in General Nursing

    My method: "Are you having any pain or discomfort? Where?". After further clarification... "On a scale of 1-10, where 1 is little or no pain, 5 is moderate pain, and 10 is the worst imaginable...
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    Need advise about denied vacation.....

    MrChicagoRN replied to Glycerine82's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You should definitely appeal to HR & see what happens. However I wonder why you used all your vacation time. Didn't you have the option of taking it as unpaid
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    Facebook: Should I Just Give in and Join?

    MrChicagoRN replied to ScientistSalarian's topic in General Students

    It may be helpful in receiving updates from your school, coordinating study groups, carpooling to a clinical, etc. Go ahead and join, and set your privacy settings. After all, there's no requirement...
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    Scared of losing a job while in orientation

    MrChicagoRN replied to pinkiepieRN's topic in Nursing Career

    It takes time to adjust to a different practice setting. Your preceptor says you're doing fine. Most places have a 90 day probation period, they don't need "grounds to fire" you, they would just do...
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    Pay Off My Student Loans In Full or Make Monthly Payments?

    MrChicagoRN replied to whitecat5000's topic in General Nursing

    What interest rate are you paying? Remember that student loan interest is tax deductible, even if you don't itemize. Its important to have cash reserves in case of emergency. Its great to be debt...
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    therapeutic response: schizophrenic hearing voices

    MrChicagoRN replied to RunnerRN2015's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    C Yes, it's a closed end question, but you go from
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    Leaving a toxic work environment. Help?!

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

    "I'm Looking to explore new opportunities in a supportive environment." If the place is as you say, the words already out there. Is this your only nursing job, or are there other places you can use...
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    Do potential employers owe you an explaination?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Marshall1's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    HR has email addresses on most, if not all, applicants. It's easy enough to send out a thanks, but no thanks, email. I sometimes feel like giving feedback to unsuccessful candidates, but never know...
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    Does anyone have good study / learning tips for human biology?

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

    With the text, I would read the chapter summary first. That gives me a clue what stuff is the most important to focus on. Then I'd read it again afterwards to see what I got...and what I missed. And...
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    Purchase Updated Books?

    MrChicagoRN replied to DisneyNurseGal's topic in General Students

    I used to buy one every 2-3 years, never every year. But now with quality online resources, including the manufacturer, I haven't felt the need to buy them for the last 5-10 years. If its a new med,...
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    Reporting meds to the Police when a patient dies....HIPAA?

    MrChicagoRN replied to tewdles's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I'd tell my employer that Federal Law trumps a phone call from the local police, and that divulging this information puts you, the agency, and the administrator in legal
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    Contacting current employer?

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

    I tell them not to contact my current employer unless it looks like we have a mutual interest in each other at the end of the interview. Its a good idea that they don't know you're planning to leave...
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    Hey Murses.....Murse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to blackvans1234's topic in Men in Nursing

    Yes, it's a stupid term. Discussed before: https://allnurses.com/men-in-nursing/new-name-nurses-603019.html Not worth worrying about,
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    Managing difficult nurse managers

    MrChicagoRN replied to TASHA_RN_BSN's topic in Nurse Management

    Every facility has its own customs & nuances regarding how issues are handled. I try to handle issues in a manner consistent with the place I'm at, so I'm still asking HR or my manager how...
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    Low census

    MrChicagoRN replied to mstoltenberg's topic in General Nursing

    Healthcare is local. Utilization can vary greatly due to state and local issues. For example, in IL Medicaid is cracking down on 30 day readmissions for certain diagnoses. Has your leadership...
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    Ordering used text books on Amazon??

    MrChicagoRN replied to ilovemythreeguys's topic in General Students

    I used to order books from Amazon, their booksellers, valorebooks.com, powells, etc. just google the ISDN code and you can find some great bargains. Media rate is great, and cheap...but can be slow....
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    Managing difficult nurse managers

    MrChicagoRN replied to TASHA_RN_BSN's topic in Nurse Management

    It sounds like you have a lot of catching up to do to correct past omissions and behaviors! When I came on board at my job, my position had been vacant 6 months, and the interim already had her own...
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    What should I do in Chicago?

    MrChicagoRN replied to LLP25's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I recommend you take a look at Rush, and their GEMS program. In Chicago that will give you a slight competitive advantage over a
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    "Blinded" application/resume reviews

    MrChicagoRN replied to labordude's topic in Nurse Management

    Name is helpful. Maybe I, or a coworker, knows them-or of them. Reputation is important, and may influence if I want to see them or not. Address and email, largely irrelevant, but if I have a bunch...
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    Nursing as Second Career in IL?

    MrChicagoRN replied to JTW1120's topic in Illinois Nursing

    ADN job market is tough. If you wait a few more years, it'll probably be tougher. Since you already have a BA or BS, I don't see the value for you to go for a AD. Why not go for a BSN or MSN entry...