DallasRN

DallasRN

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  1. 2020-2021 influenza vaccine

    DallasRN replied to JVBT's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I work in a clinic serving older adults (55 and older) and I am one of them. I am currently suggesting people get their flu vaccine now. I recommend they do everything they can to up their immunity...

  2. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I could not agree more. So many of us put thought and time into posts - sometimes whether we comment or not. I find it irritating someone takes up my time and energy in thinking of/commenting on a...

  3. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely correct. Sometimes all we have to offer is a bandaid but if we keep covering the area with one each time we see a patient or family member we'll eventually cover the entire wound....

  4. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Not a bad thought, direw0lf, but teaching about rugs and footwear isn't going to keep anyone out of an ALF. It's a beginning but... We nurses need to start teaching when people are much, much younger....

  5. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Re: HIPAA warning: Excellent point. Thank you for the reminder we all need

  6. I make a similar post every couple of months...Am I just not meant to be a nurse?

    DallasRN replied to pinkdoves's topic in General Nursing

    First and foremost, as said, it would be advisable for you to check in with a mental health professional. The fact that we're living through tough times - that in and of itself is enough for most of...

  7. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Rather than criticize those that took the time to respond to your post you will, next time, include the pertinent details in your post. Frankly, this comes across as a bait and switch type of...

  8. Old patients unsuccessfully clinging to independent living

    DallasRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    There are so many of you commenting on this thread I would love to quote...or clap when I read your comments. I'm one of those seniors not yet ready for the ALF and praying I never have to go to one....

  9. What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    DallasRN replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Great comment, nursemarion! When you work with and for an employer that makes you feel valued you are often willing to do lots of things you wouldn't ordinarily do for an employer. But isn't that...

  10. What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    DallasRN replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Good for you for doing what you enjoy! I'm thinking of doing something similar but not with antiques. I only need to make a little bit of money to continue my current lifestyle (live very cheaply)....

  11. What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    DallasRN replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I sincerely empathize with you over the loss of your cat. My dog of 14+ years died 3/23/2020 and not a day has gone by that I haven't cried - some days worse than others. I'm old enough to know this...

  12. Dr. Pimple Popper Thinks Nurses Have No Place Educating Patients

    DallasRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    RE: the coffee thing: I really have no problem with getting coffee for anyone, regardless of their position in the hierarchy, as long as there is a "please" and "thank you" tossed in. By the same...

  13. Dr. Pimple Popper Thinks Nurses Have No Place Educating Patients

    DallasRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I was going to say something along this line but I'll just tag with

  14. HH general questions

    DallasRN replied to futurern12983's topic in Home Health

    Two more things: 1. Talk with your community health instructor to help you assess your needs before going into HH. 2. Try to get into an internship in a good med-surg program. A good preceptor can...

  15. HH general questions

    DallasRN replied to futurern12983's topic in Home Health

    poko - just my own curiosity but about how many visits do you make daily? And what about SOC's? Also, once you admit a patient do you continue to see that patient through the course of HH or is...

  16. HH general questions

    DallasRN replied to futurern12983's topic in Home Health

    Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! Not meaning to take away from your education, I believe you will soon discover how much you really don't know as you enter the profession. Think of it as...

  17. Another Quitter

    DallasRN replied to BlessYourHeartt's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Nothing wrong with making decisions that are in the best interest of you and your entire family. Someone else said something about how the working situation looks different to those with kids vs....

  18. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    DallasRN replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    You go girl! I'm soon to be 71 and don't have the energy or knowledge to handle the ICU/ER patients as I did way back but I can certainly hold my own out on the floor. There's a place for all of us...

  19. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    DallasRN replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I greatly resent these types of comments. I'm one of the oldest nurses here. Me and several of my "older nurse" friends have volunteered for the Texas Disaster Volunteer Registry. I received...

  20. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    DallasRN replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Amen! Personally, I appreciate a provider - nurse, doctor, RT, PT - with a pleasant and courteous bedside manner, but I rely on them for their clinical expertise and efficiency. If I want a back rub,...

  21. Suggestions for ways an unemployed new grad nurse can volunteer medical services to help out during the Covid-19?

    DallasRN replied to short cake's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for the clarification but the title of this thread is about volunteering so I wasn't thinking in terms of paid positions. Nonetheless, if the experience is relatively recent and comes with...

  22. Suggestions for ways an unemployed new grad nurse can volunteer medical services to help out during the Covid-19?

    DallasRN replied to short cake's topic in Disaster Preparation

    What don't you get? (admit it is early, just now having coffee so maybe I'm

  23. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    DallasRN replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    My comment has little to do with title of this thread but I want to say one thing. I am sick to my core of hearing/seeing these mega-rich stars, politicians, and others on TV - those living in their...

  24. Suggestions for ways an unemployed new grad nurse can volunteer medical services to help out during the Covid-19?

    DallasRN replied to short cake's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Unless you are in one of the states with just 1-2 cases (thus far), I would suspect you would be a welcome volunteer in many different areas. I've got almost 40 years of experience and just recently...

  25. What is it like in your hospital right now?

    DallasRN replied to FloatFNP-C's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This is a terribly stressful time for everyone. c_etude, like many of us, is having her income cut due to the call-offs, probably somewhat worried about her risks and the risks to her...