DallasRN

DallasRN specializes in ICU/ER/Med-Surg/Case Management/Manageme.

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1. I can't handle bedside nursing, but I am a new grad!

   DallasRN replied to RACHAEL BOUGHTON's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I looked back at your prior posts and it seems you are very new to nursing. As I read, it appears you were trying to gain entry into nursing school during the Covid days, so I'm thinking you've only...

2. How soon can I quit a new job?

   DallasRN replied to floridaRNsb's topic in General Nursing

   Food for thought. First, you moved 2500 miles across country. That alone is stressful enough and frankly, I probably wouldn't even like the "new" air I was breathing in the first month. Couple that...

3. Home Health - Is it worth the pay?

   DallasRN replied to michaellorenzo's topic in Home Health

   I realize this is an old post and comment, but you mentioned a point I've wondered about. In terms of deductions (and I realize you're not a tax authority), but what about those of us who use the...

4. High BP in High Schooler

   DallasRN replied to nurse__ab19's topic in School

   Actually, the joke wasn't on me. I'm not now, nor have I ever been a pedi nurse or had any interest in that area of nursing. So, no. I definitely didn't take that suggestion. For me, working with...

5. Up for debate: Returning to bedside after 10 years away

   DallasRN replied to OnceIWas's topic in General Nursing

   Hmmm...I don't know about that. In my somewhat limited experience in working with non-skilled personal care providers can be tough duty. Retirement plans? 😃 Some things are much easier in...

6. Up for debate: Returning to bedside after 10 years away

   DallasRN replied to OnceIWas's topic in General Nursing

   As an old-timer of 43 years (and still working tho' not at the bedside), I'll just say "ditto" to all you said. We were using glass thermometers when I started and we certainly didn't have automatic...

7. High BP in High Schooler

   DallasRN replied to nurse__ab19's topic in School

   Interesting post and comments. But first, my caveat: I've been a RN longer than many of you have been alive (LOL) but have ZERO experience with children other than ER visits in distant past. I don't...

8. "Weaponized Advocacy"

   DallasRN replied to Brent Duff's topic in General Nursing

   I haven't had that experience. However, there is always a manager over the manager and in the situation described, I would push on up the ladder. That's part of the issue, as I see it. People stay...

9. "Weaponized Advocacy"

   DallasRN replied to Brent Duff's topic in General Nursing

   To me, the most egregious aspect of the scenario presented is the absolute lack of professionalism demonstrated by "Janet". Unless the situation is life-threatening, it is inappropriate to confront...

10. New Grad RN | Struggling to Land First Interview in Manhattan, NYC

    DallasRN replied to Giulia Anne's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't say you made comments on med-surg nursing. Merely providing food for thought/my opinions. Again, best of

11. New Grad RN | Struggling to Land First Interview in Manhattan, NYC

    DallasRN replied to Giulia Anne's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting. I bet there are more than a few of us (with a few [or even many] years under our nursing belts who would disagree with that hiring manager. From my perspective, given the choice between...

12. New Grad RN | Struggling to Land First Interview in Manhattan, NYC

    DallasRN replied to Giulia Anne's topic in General Nursing

    So true! The healthcare landscape has changed dramatically and hospital nursing is no exception. In my area, hospitals have started programs in which medically stable patients are discharged home...

13. New Grad RN | Struggling to Land First Interview in Manhattan, NYC

    DallasRN replied to Giulia Anne's topic in General Nursing

    I did something similar way back in the day...ER volunteer. It was a definite plus when I applied to an

14. New Grad RN | Struggling to Land First Interview in Manhattan, NYC

    DallasRN replied to Giulia Anne's topic in General Nursing

    I'm astounded to read these comments. I work as a PDN (private duty nurse) for a company I wish I had found a few years back. Great management/supervisors, very decent pay for the work. I'm in the...

15. Is your schedule busy ?

    DallasRN replied to Jannie's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks you for responding. I wholeheartedly agree with you when you say you "don't recommend private duty for young, ambitious nurses. It does not provide the wide range of clinical experiences a new...