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  1. 1st ever rap song about a proposition! NURSES!

    pickledpepperRN posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The California Nurses Association Presents: "About Time for 89" - The First Ever Rap Song and Music Video About a Proposition! Written and Performed By: Colette Washington. Available now at...

  2. 1st ever rap song about a proposition! NURSES!

    pickledpepperRN replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    More YouTube nurses - In 2005, a group of RNs stood up to the most famous politician in America (Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger) and the corporations bankrolling him. Not only did they defend the...

  3. Mary Seacole: Florence Nightingale - without the wealth and publicity.

    pickledpepperRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank you

  4. Who draws up medication during C-section?

    pickledpepperRN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have to ask because I'm neither an OB-GYN nurse nor a surgical nurse. I am on a committee at my hospital where the demands of a new physician were discussed. He does not want medications drawn up,...

  5. Mary Seacole: Florence Nightingale - without the wealth and publicity.

    pickledpepperRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Listen to Florence! Plus the introduction by Adelaide Nutting, co author with Lavinia Dock of the book “A History of Nursing”:

  6. California RN union (CNA) presence in Texas?

    pickledpepperRN replied to RN34TX's topic in Texas Nursing

    It is sad to me that we don't realize that "voting with our feet" does nothing for the patients who are cared for by too few nurses. We got the safe staffing law in California because many non union...

  7. Mary Seacole: Florence Nightingale - without the wealth and publicity.

    pickledpepperRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    A tribute to a fellow PTSD war surviver by the son, brother, and husband of nurses - http://www.countryjoe.com/nightingale/ She founded the first school of nursing -...

  8. Mary Seacole: Florence Nightingale - without the wealth and publicity.

    pickledpepperRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think you are right! So many contributed to our profession. I was only adding a great nurse leader we should learn about. Lavinia Dock wrote the first medication book for nurses. He "Short History...

  9. Mary Seacole: Florence Nightingale - without the wealth and publicity.

    pickledpepperRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Absolutely! A great American nurse leader was Lavinia Dock RN. I wish more nurses had truly listened to her. Our profession would be in a better position. Still enough nurses agreed that nursing...

  10. Who draws up medication during C-section?

    pickledpepperRN replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just want to thank you nurses for your input. I'm going to a meeting today and will find out whether they made a

  11. California RN union (CNA) presence in Texas?

    pickledpepperRN replied to RN34TX's topic in Texas Nursing

    http://www.citizen.org/pressroom/release.cfm?ID=172

  12. 1st ever rap song about a proposition! NURSES!

    pickledpepperRN replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Back Proposition 89, foil special interests

  13. "ratios"? and pay in California?

    pickledpepperRN replied to NewJA's topic in California Nursing

    I am certain patients are now alive who wouldn't have been saved before the ratio law. I have been working in California hospitals in five

  14. 1st ever rap song about a proposition! NURSES!

    pickledpepperRN replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    When it comes to getting their message out, the folks behind YesOn89 -- the so-called Clean Money proposition -- are thinking outside the box. The boom box. Supporters on Friday unveiled "About Time...

  15. How True is this?

    pickledpepperRN replied to luv2shopp85's topic in California Nursing

    I think UC Irvine has a trauma Center. Depending on where you live Long Beach is not far from OC. They have most specialties at their big hospital. And a preceptor

  16. 1st ever rap song about a proposition! NURSES!

    pickledpepperRN replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Glad you like it! This wass the preview of the YES ON PROP 89

  17. My CRNA friends do illegal drugs

    pickledpepperRN replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    thank you! i am very concerned that there is even a discussion about whether it is ok for any registered nurse to use illegal drugs. no it is not

  18. What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

    pickledpepperRN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I used to always buy oxford type shoes from Payless. They are really great for the price. About a year ago I got Quarks online and they are SO light and comfortable! Recently i ordered another pair...

  19. Counrtry doses

    pickledpepperRN replied to Bethy-lynn's topic in MICU, SICU

    In the first example we call a "code grey" or security code. All available come to help including security, the nursing supervisor, anesthesiologist, and any physician available." We have a standing...

  20. Counrtry doses

    pickledpepperRN replied to Bethy-lynn's topic in MICU, SICU

    This is the way to do it. We must be honest! We have protocols for insulin drips, pain medication, and sedation of ventilated patients. There are ranges that depend on the assessment of the direct...

  21. BSN mandatory by 2010???

    pickledpepperRN replied to NursePamela's topic in California Nursing

    RIGHT! They are part of the Healthcare/Hospital Association that has been fighting safe staffing and earthquake retrofitting for decades. They are one of Arnolds big donors, sued to eliminate meal and...

  22. National Labor Relations Board rules some nurses are supervisors

    pickledpepperRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Nurses Denounce Bush Labor Board Ruling on Union Rights As Fundamental Assault on Democracy, Patient Safety - RNs Prepared to Strike to Defend Their Rights ...The broadest and most immediate impact of...

  23. National Labor Relations Board rules some nurses are supervisors

    pickledpepperRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Press ReleaseSource: National Labor Relations Board NLRB Issues Lead Case Addressing Supervisory Status in Response to Supreme Court's Decision in Kentucky River Tuesday October 3, 1:00 pm ET...

  24. Counrtry doses

    pickledpepperRN replied to Bethy-lynn's topic in MICU, SICU

    I can understand why and how this has become the practice. Just imagine if it were made public. "Practicing medicine without a license" If there is a bad outcome and the nurse gave more medication...

  25. National Labor Relations Board rules some nurses are supervisors

    pickledpepperRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Nurses Charge Bush Labor Board Concealing Ruling That Would Deny Democratic and Union Rights to Millions Monday October 2, 5:49 pm ET Board Claims Missed Deadline - 'They Should Have Used UPS'...