iluvivt

iluvivt BSN, RN

Infusion Nursing, Home Health Infusion

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  1. The Suicide Pact

    iluvivt replied to TheCommuter's topic in Nursing News

    Loved it,thank

  2. Would you take it?

    iluvivt replied to smartypants31us's topic in General Nursing

    I am confused about why you can not see hospital patients and if so then why is she even asking you...more clarification or information is needed. Obviously, her use of the term, "per diem" was...

  3. Changing professions after age 50

    iluvivt replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    If you go back an get another degree you will be 55 by the time you enter into the new profession with no assurance you will be making the same wage. You best bet is to keep applying for non-direct...

  4. Does this make me a liability?

    iluvivt replied to %D#2's topic in General Nursing

    Don't forget about all the new medications and biologics that have come on to the scene in the last 20 yrs or so...some great ones in fact so the future is bright for even better

  5. How to thank nurses?

    iluvivt replied to SerenaS's topic in General Nursing

    You have been through a lot and you must be a very kind and thoughtful person to take the time to thank your daughter's caregivers. I wish her a speedy recovery and you hang in there mom! Honestly,...

  6. Abuse/ negligent med error?

    iluvivt replied to Gracia69's topic in General Nursing

    I would start out just reporting it in your facility so it can be investigated and the person can be corrected. There has to be a persistent pattern of issues of this nature for most boards to take...

  7. surrending your license voluntarily?

    iluvivt replied to newsue1's topic in General Nursing

    You need a lawyer that is well versed in this area and fast. Your ability to earn an income is at stake and it is worth every penny you pay. This is why you need a credit card or take out loan or...

  8. Left my job, please Help

    iluvivt replied to DUDERNGUY's topic in General Nursing

    It's not the law that you must give two weeks notice its just a professional courtesy, You were unable to extend that courtesy because you put your health first. Who knows what would have happened if...

  9. CVC placement by Vascular Access Nurses

    iluvivt replied to VascularNurse1006's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    We are working on this now and want to expand the Vascular Access Nurse practice to include Insertion of IJ CVADS. Once you have inserted hundred and hundreds of PICCs it will be easy to learn. In...

  10. Feeling guilty about calling in sick.

    iluvivt replied to Becca, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Do not spend one minute feeling guilty because that would imply that you did something wrong and you did not! You actually did what a professional should do if they knew they were unable to perform to...

  11. Abuse/ negligent med error?

    iluvivt replied to Gracia69's topic in General Nursing

    Why didn't the nurse just take the medication to the patient at the point she/he realized the med person was was on a power trip? Antibiotics need to be given within an acceptable time range (usually...

  12. Need encouragement friends! Tough day.

    iluvivt replied to paidmydues's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, you have been through a lot and survived and that take courage! I still do not understand...Was the issue that Califonia investigated a separate issue? My guess is that it is because of the...

  13. Transcription Error- was I also in the wrong?

    iluvivt replied to Bestmaf1's topic in Patient Medications

    Unfortunately, it does not matter if the system is flawed, impractical or time-consuming if you give it and it is incorrect in any way you are responsible! I do not write Nurse Practice Acts I just...

  14. Non-compliant Manipulative Patient

    iluvivt replied to cinnybug's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yes Heron I agree completely and it pains me to see new nurses struggle with this. I encounter it daily when nurses call me and tell me I finally convinced my patient,and it took hours, to have an IV...

  15. Help with med-surg case study!

    iluvivt replied to whatwudflodo's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think that others will want to see what you have worked on thus far. What do you think the nursing priorities are? Put the whole picture together. Look at his age and past medical issues. Some main...

  16. Non-compliant Manipulative Patient

    iluvivt replied to cinnybug's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Why do you think that so many nurses leave the bedside and direct patient care. It is great part because it so very difficult to deal with these types of patients and their families too. You are...

  17. Charting, done by the amazing psychic nurse

    iluvivt replied to DesiDani's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You are violating the Nurse Practice Act if you make up vital signs and assessments and then charting them as fact! I can't and will not ever do that because I would never want that done to me or...

  18. New RN being bullied, 7 months in, quit?

    iluvivt replied to lovelyrn1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You need some tools on how to deal with these jerks kickbully - where your fight begins Please read this especially the part on how to handle the

  19. Would you tell a coworker they're going to be demoted?

    iluvivt replied to jschut's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think it is relevant how long this person has been your friend, either they are your friend or not! Before I decide to act or make a decision I will often play out in my mind the possible...

  20. Learning Ortho Surgical Instruments - Resource Suggestion?

    iluvivt replied to ruddergrl's topic in Operating Room

    Try this app...Surgical Instruments App is a good guide for the

  21. Fragrance Sacrifice

    iluvivt replied to Shonqueen1's topic in General Nursing

    I will not heavy perform to work. I also keep my nails trim,no polish and I do not wear any rings all for infection control purposes I do sometimes wear a very light spray or two of the lighter...

  22. Medication Error: I feel stupid

    iluvivt replied to Smilie0809RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yep.. from the metoprolol as I stated ealier and yes if pt is asymptomatic with that HR it's ok.I agree...no med error

  23. Medication Error: I feel stupid

    iluvivt replied to Smilie0809RN's topic in General Nursing

    Her low heart rate is probably from the metoprolol. I have a home care patient on it and her heart rate is always in the high 40's.The MD is aware and she is totally asymptomatic. That would affect...

  24. How to Explain a Termination to Future Employers?

    iluvivt replied to RN_Erin's topic in General Nursing

    I am.confused about why you reported it? I would have called my doctor and asked to be seen ASAP or gone to urgent care.If I was desperate and took a Norco that was not prescribed to me I would never...

  25. The effects of not reporting harassment

    iluvivt replied to Funkymiss187's topic in General Nursing

    You challenged the surgeon and he did not like it one bit. You are correct in that you should have reported his abusive behavior to the pt and and to you at the first occurrence. You are not an...