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pinkiepie_RN

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  1. Can they fire you for not picking up overtime?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the support. I only call them back if I assume that they're asking for coverage the next day. If they call me at 0500 on a day that I'm not scheduled to work then I'm most likely to let...

  2. Can they fire you for not picking up overtime?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    That's true, but it's still extra. I will consider signing up for an extra 4 hours here and there to stay after my shift but I just loathe being asked at 1500 if I can stay until

  3. Can they fire you for not picking up overtime?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes I answer and sometimes I don't. I have work on caller ID and usually if I don't want to work, I'll let it go to voicemail first, give myself a mini pep-talk and then call and say "Thanks...

  4. Can they fire you for not picking up overtime?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have picked up shifts before and made switches to help other people out but I feel like it's been non-stop calls on my day off

  5. New nurse in a psychiatric facility concerned about preceptor's behavior/attitude

    pinkiepie_RN replied to gasuperstar's topic in Psychiatric

    Some patients can be manipulative and it's necessary to set appropriate limits, but it's important that patients get sleep when they can and that we facilitate it when we can. I see no problem in...

  6. I made a mistake :( worried about losing my job....advice?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to claireb's topic in Psychiatric

    We tend to use standing PRNs on my unit of Zyprexa and Ativan, but some patient end up having Benadryl, Haldol and Ativan ordered instead. Ativan can make some patients agitated, but it's often a...

  7. Clincals coming up for my pysch rotation

    pinkiepie_RN replied to 21police's topic in Psychiatric

    Therapeutic communication is definitely a good thing to remember. Also, look up information on dealing with crisis situations. As a student, you probably won't be expected to deal with them first...

  8. Nurses with depression

    pinkiepie_RN replied to grandmawrinkle's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have bi-polar depression, with primarily mixed episodes and can definitely relate to this post. I started on medications during my second to last semester of nursing school because I was so...

  9. Nursing Teaching Philosophy

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I'm going to Towson University (in Maryland) for my MSN and plan on graduating in 2012 if I can start my thesis early.

  10. Nursing Teaching Philosophy

    pinkiepie_RN posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hi guys. I have an interview next week and am submitting some more applications for a teaching position. I haven't learned too much about personal teaching philosophies in my Master's program but I...

  11. Nursing Teaching Philosophy

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Yup, DianePhD, it's as simple as clicking the paperclip symbol right next to the smiley face icon on the top row. Thanks for your

  12. Nursing Teaching Philosophy

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    You're correct in that I'm working on my Masters in Nursing Ed. I agree most with the humanistic philosophy and will go through my essay and find common threads that relate to it in order to pare it...

  13. Presentation topic and questions - interview for FT LPN instructor

    pinkiepie_RN posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hey guys! I'm sooooo excited about what I'm ready to say. I have been working on my Master's of Science in Nursing Education since Spring 2010, took 2 summer classes, and will be finished with my...

  14. Starting pay in Maryland

    pinkiepie_RN replied to hoff8056's topic in Maryland Nursing

    My friend working at Hopkins makes about the same as me and we're from the same graduating class. I know you can make more if you're a traveling, contract, or per diem nurse

  15. Starting pay in Maryland

    pinkiepie_RN replied to hoff8056's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I was offered and took $24.50/hour + $3.50 night shift differential when I started as a new grad a year

  16. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    My 1 year anniversary at my hospital is coming up in a couple of weeks. Orientation was rough at first but then seemed to drag (12 weeks can feel so long!). There were some issues with my...

  17. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OMG I was thinking of getting ready to test for certification at the end of this year too! Yay psych nurses! I definitely feel you on the fact that it didn't hit me either until I was seeing externs...

  18. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow - that's interesting! Sounds like you got lucky and it sounds like the job is interesting. Hey, if the hours, management and pay are great, no need to justify yourself. Hoorah for implementing...

  19. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sounds like a great 3 year plan. I just started my MSN this fall and will hopefully work on my PhD within the next 5 years. That's also awesome that you're feeling more confident and at ease with...

  20. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats on almost getting that year in. Care to share what just wasn't working

  21. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Glad you've got such a positive attitude about your co-workers and your job! Paper charting sucks, but so does redundant computer charting lol. Good luck with you

  22. old new grads (May 2009) - check in

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow - I'd love to work in the ER. That must be pretty cool,

  23. how long until you would feel comfortable precepting?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I definitely agree with you as far as having a senior nurse as back-up for bouncing questions and clinical decisions. I would never lead a preceptee to believe that I know everything and won't ask...

  24. how long until you would feel comfortable precepting?

    pinkiepie_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've been on my unit for about a year, mostly on nights but I've done a few days here and there and am filling in on days for the next few weeks. I love my unit, am always learning new things, but I...

  25. how long until you would feel comfortable precepting?

    pinkiepie_RN replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm...very interesting and useful. I think I would be able to offer different perspectives because although I was taught things the way my preceptor did them, I've found my own way to stay organized...