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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 assumptions.

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 difficult the classes are.

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 53.

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 life we followed their wishes and their . "living W...

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 census.

I was asked to be a preceptor by my manager and at first I was unsure of whether to take on such a responsibility. Did I have the skill? Was I proficient enough? Did I have the patience to do this job? Could I be successful in this new task? Precepto...

Wonderful articl brought tears to my eyes. I find it inspiring also and it reminds me of why I also became a second career RN.

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 doing God's work, I admire you! You make me proud o...

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 back, We are instructed "not to force anyone under In...

What a great story! Animals do make such a difference in our daily lives, I know first hand because I have a trio of my own. I have seen the way faces brighten at the sight of therapy animals and always look forward to their visit to the floor.

Sounds like homework to me.................

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. :)

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 situation.

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 as the info is passed on and documented.

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 repeat study. You are on your way to being an excelle...

Wonderful news.Good luck!!!!

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 floors where I work. You were wrong to criticize and ...

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 care and actively interviewing.

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 great :)

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

YES, invest in it. You can't depend on the hospital to cover you in all situations.

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 you?

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 not.

What about bully bosses?

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 school and my med -surg positions to my Case Manageme...