RN1989

RN1989

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  1. *Sigh* How do I tell my family?

    RN1989 replied to HisTreasure's topic in General Nursing

    If everyone in this country were unwilling to make sacrifices and be away from their family, this country would not exist. Being a military family requires dedication and sacrifice. If you were a...

  2. HELP...non-healing pressure wound...

    RN1989 replied to LTCgrl's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Need more info to even have a clue how to help

  3. chemo for dogs?

    RN1989 replied to mcubed45's topic in Oncology

    As the wife of a vet I can tell you that animal healthcare is the same and sometimes even better than human healthcare. The only difference is people's ability to pay since too few people get...

  4. Writing Journal Articles

    RN1989 replied to medicrnohio's topic in General Nursing

    Several of the journals have contact info to obtain the rules and suggestions for articles. Take a look at the fine print

  5. Do they really look down on you...

    RN1989 replied to Hey There Elizah's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen 2 people that got looked down on but that was their own fault. When they came through on their residency they treated the nursing staff like crap. They expected to be waited on hand and...

  6. "Turnover is good"

    RN1989 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    That's news to me. I have yet to see facilities bending over backwards to try to get MY business. And when I find a recruiter drooling over my resume, usually the one with the most drool is the one...

  7. PCA and PTT

    RN1989 replied to RNmaria's topic in Medical-Surgical

    A PCA would have nothing to do with waiting for an INR level before "pulling" it unless it was a PCEA (pt controlled EPIDURAL analgesia) which was not specified in your post. A PCA and a PCEA are...

  8. PCA and PTT

    RN1989 replied to RNmaria's topic in Medical-Surgical

    PT and INR have no connection to a PCA. This pt has other things going on, either clotting issues (too much or not enough) or is on anticoags and the doc is trying to get an INR into a therapeutic...

  9. urine output after spinal for total knee replacement

    RN1989 replied to ElphabaRN's topic in Orthopedic

    Waiting 16 hours before reporting a urine output of only 200 cc goes against standards, particularly for a post op pt. The floor nurse receiving the pt from PACU should have received the I/O totals...

  10. "Love notes" reappear in a staff meeting

    RN1989 replied to confused101's topic in General Nursing

    If there are quite a few people that are making similar mistakes I think it is appropriate to bring up the mistake in a meeting. But the people who made the mistake should never be pointed out. It...

  11. Suicide. Please, help me right away. Please.

    RN1989 replied to Ayeloflo's topic in General Nursing

    Look for your local suicide hotline number. Most places have one. You can be a friend but you are not qualified to give professional help. I know what I would do in your situation but I am not you....

  12. PCA and PTT

    RN1989 replied to RNmaria's topic in Medical-Surgical

    There must be something else going on with this pt. I've never heard of any connection between a PCA and need to monitor

  13. What do you think of this comment?

    RN1989 replied to zenurse's topic in General Nursing

    Because telling the truth that they have a good ole boy system of hiring looks bad. And they could be violating standards and or actual laws in areas and definitely don't want anyone to take notice...

  14. charting exact time

    RN1989 replied to strugglingnurse's topic in General Nursing

    In the event that it is not a code where there is someone to chart it I have several options. As I gained experience over the years I no longer kept a clipboard. Now my "brains" for the shift is...

  15. wrongfully acused

    RN1989 replied to roypatrick's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there and don't give up. You may lose your job over this but it is better to keep your record of integrity intact for the long run than to be silent just to keep your

  16. Continuing Education Insight

    RN1989 replied to Manassah Bradley's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoy con. ed. I do have to take a lot of it to keep up certifications but I feel that I am much more knowledgeable, marketable, and better able to care for patients by absorbing all the education...

  17. Renal Diet Question.

    RN1989 replied to Kiren's topic in General Nursing

    Most RF pts don't get such specific dietary info. They are told to avoid high protein (limit meat intake) and if diabetic, avoid sugar. Getting a dialysis pt to comply with a diet restriction is a...

  18. Second opinion, how to ask doctor for?

    RN1989 replied to dcampbell's topic in General Nursing

    Doctors generally do not welcome their pt's asking for a second opinion. I have seen people go to a partner without good results. They either don't really get a thorough exam because the original...

  19. Can RN's moonlight as LPN"s?

    RN1989 replied to haitianrn's topic in General Nursing

    You can accept a position that an LPN would have at the LPN rate. However, you will be held to the standards of practice of an RN and must practice

  20. Unite nurses, don't divide us

    RN1989 replied to klbackus's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I talked with a friend who is in a union. She did not have a choice NOT to join the union when she went to work for her facility. She had to pay money up front before she even got her first paycheck...

  21. team building

    RN1989 replied to petra's topic in Nurse Management

    You really need to look at WHY they aren't a team. Get their input. Ask them what they feel are the barriers to team work and what they would like to see happen in a team. Then ask them for ideas...

  22. On the fence??

    RN1989 replied to jjnRN's topic in General Nursing

    Rad techs make better money for the level of responsibility. It is much easier for them to go home at night and not take their work home with

  23. Considering a return to nursing

    RN1989 replied to strange_jayne's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on how badly you REALLY want to be a nurse. Nothing has changed for the better. I still see scenarios like yours played out everywhere. In fact, I've had similar because I refuse to be...

  24. Methodist Hospital of Dallas

    RN1989 replied to Nurse008's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am happy that you have had a good experience at UTSW. Last year I found it to be below my standards as well as the standards of other facilities I have worked in. As I have much more experience in...

  25. Unite nurses, don't divide us

    RN1989 replied to klbackus's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    a focus on improving healthcare is a noble endeavor. however i have not found your postings to be helpful to that cause. your postings are only dealing with the fact that there is conflict between...