nurse grace RN

nurse grace RN BSN

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  1. Nurses secretive about getting another job

    nurse grace RN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Some people like to keep their business private and don't appreciate people nosing around their business. The information could cause problems when schedulers hear about and make

  2. Online classes: Who? What? Where? Why?

    nurse grace RN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I am in my last class for my RN-BSN on line and it has been great. I have had to stay very motivated to do it but it has been worth it. I am considering an on line Masters but wonder how much more...

  3. How old is too old to become an APRN? I am 57. is that too old?

    nurse grace RN replied to viragoablaze's topic in Advanced Practice

    Wow, there is hope for me then I will see how I feel after I finish this BSN program. I would love to do an MSN and then be a FNP. I am

  4. The Patient I Failed

    nurse grace RN replied to nerdtonurse?'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Beautifully written and this happens more often than it should. And yes , this is the type of family that will "sue". The poor patient, when my parents became too ill to have a meaningful quality of...

  5. One RN alone on Unit

    nurse grace RN replied to floatRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    We are exeriencing low census now and have similar situation but not tele patients. I still think it is unsafe practice for only one nurse on a unit no matter the

  6. Losing patients you are close to...vent

    nurse grace RN replied to highlandlass1592's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for all that you did for the souls you lost and for what you continue to do. I know your compassion and caring for these very special patients is a wonderful gift from you to them. You are...

  7. Medicare Observation vs Inpatient

    nurse grace RN replied to lisa41rn's topic in Case Management

    The observation vs admission problem causes a great deal of problems where I work. It is a constant battle to get it right. And "RAC" audits are dreaded, and we are expecting to have to pay money...

  8. Who's in violation of Hipaa?

    nurse grace RN replied to tiger74's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like homework to

  9. Bedside reporting

    nurse grace RN replied to becca001's topic in General Nursing

    Patients due tend to feel more involved in their care and more satisfied as a result. We have been seeing more positive results when patients are more involved.

  10. Was This a HIPAA Violation?

    nurse grace RN replied to PacoUSA's topic in General Nursing

    If she did it where I work she would be suspended or even at risk of losing her job, it is a Hippa violation . and should not be brought up in a public

  11. Would you question this order?

    nurse grace RN replied to dura_mater's topic in General Nursing

    WHere I work we are written up if we do not call critical labs to the doc even if he writes an order not to call! He of course can say to leave the patient go without any type of intervention as long...

  12. Would you question this order?

    nurse grace RN replied to dura_mater's topic in General Nursing

    Question the order, and defend your license! If it is policy to call all critical values call them. You are the RN, if the MD gets mad, he will get over it. He had poor judgement in not ordering a...

  13. I got the JOB!

    nurse grace RN replied to Miller86's topic in General Nursing

    Wonderful news.Good

  14. maybe I wasn't being nice.....

    nurse grace RN replied to hearthelper's topic in General Nursing

    Doesn't rapid response include a doctor of some kind? even a resident? in my facility it does and also just because you accept tele patients doesn't always mean you have ACLS, not required on some...

  15. Which Nursing Jobs are the Least Stressful?

    nurse grace RN replied to LeLeeFNP's topic in Nursing Career

    I think the least stressful unit is the one that you are happiest in. I am happiest when I am working at the bedside, I am not doing that now so I am stressed. But, I am working to get back to bedside...

  16. What type of nurse does this?

    nurse grace RN replied to Shelby029's topic in General Nursing

    Work as a floor nurse for awhile first and then pursue your NP. Your eyes will be opened up to many things and you may find a new direction interests you before you specialize. Good luck, you'll be...

  17. am I wrong?

    nurse grace RN replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    you should have toileted the patient and let the CNA finish what she already

  18. What would you do if you left Case management?

    nurse grace RN posted a topic in Case Management

    I can't wait to bet back to bedside nursing myself, I just do not enjoy Case management. If my interview process had been more honest i would have declined the job to begin with, What about

  19. How many inpatient case managers work 7 day schedules as exempt employees?

    nurse grace RN replied to adlockwood's topic in Case Management

    If you can find a place that is hiring PRN case managers, you can work per diem. It may be a good way to see if you like it or

  20. Bully nurse question

    nurse grace RN replied to obfuscate's topic in General Nursing

    What about bully

  21. Stressed out and I need a new job

    nurse grace RN replied to nurse grace RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for all of the helpful posts. I do have feelers out with the recruiters within my facility. They now me well and have been instrumental in my career moves from my previous dept thru nursing...

  22. Stressed out and I need a new job

    nurse grace RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been employed at my facility for >20 years , coming up on 25. I am nearing the end of my rope. I worked in another dept while going to nursing school for over 18 years and have been an RN...

  23. Should I stay or should I go?

    nurse grace RN replied to Miller86's topic in General Nursing

    PLease let us know how things go for you in your job search. You have made a wise decision. I am proud of you! You will be an excellent nurse, all you need now is a mentor and some experience. Plus a...

  24. Should I stay or should I go?

    nurse grace RN replied to Miller86's topic in General Nursing

    You need orientation as a new grad, you are setting yourself up for problems by working inareas that you are not ready for. The fact that you are questioning it, should be your answer, if it fees...

  25. Lost job over HIPAA violation, what is employment potential?

    nurse grace RN replied to RockyMountainHigh's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I am aware of people being fired over HIPAA violations and others who have had lawsuits with judgements involving jail time. HIPAA guidelines are getting even stricter so I agree that this nurse must...