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  1. Theoretical Situation

    jetsetter replied to DaFreak71's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think so. We just had this happen were I work, after d/c, she went to rehab. As long as she's not intoxicated/whatever AT WORK, I think hippa protects

  2. Open toed shoes to interview?

    jetsetter replied to mandana's topic in General Nursing

    did you say you thought you were a MAROON? a

  3. What can a RN delegate to a CNA?

    jetsetter replied to Angelfish1234's topic in General Nursing

    I find it very hard to believe a CNA anywhere is allowed to insert a foley. sterile procedure.... no way! Ours cant even d/c a foley. Having said this, I did work in a ER that allowed techs to do lots...

  4. need help getting out of dangerous job!

    jetsetter replied to Cali_Nurse05's topic in General Nursing

    definitely start looking.... and give at least 2 weeks notice. You don't want a bad "rep" as you look for other jobs later in your

  5. pt report to ICU?

    jetsetter replied to scrmblr's topic in Emergency

    I love this post... It's great. So, OK. I work ER and ICU..... so..... Our hospital has changed to a faxed report. One page form, filled in with the pt sticker and few deets....... thats all we get....

  6. it sounds weird

    jetsetter replied to chizzy's topic in Ob/Gyn

    No, it is

  7. Barcode Meds/Patient

    jetsetter replied to CarVsTree's topic in General Nursing

    We've been using a barcode system for about a year now. Had some gliches to start with, but works pretty well now. Scan the armband (some of us cheat, put a sticker on our papers.... I know, I know.....

  8. Do you call your patients by first or last name?

    jetsetter replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    It's

  9. I was right...my preceptor was WRONG!

    jetsetter replied to Jesskanurse's topic in General Nursing

    Whatever you do, keep the "I was right" part to yourself. The ICU is a daunting place on the best of days, everyone makes mistakes. Just file this away as "lesson learned" . 'seasoned' ICU nurses...

  10. Psych Nurse ="not a REAL nurse"?

    jetsetter replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    I have nothing but admiration for the psych nurses who help us out w/our suicides/druggies etc. Don't think I'd want her to start an iv on my child...but I know I couldn't do what she does, w/the...

  11. Getting hit!

    jetsetter replied to Antikigirl's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. Any family refusing to medicate a combative patient but have their butt in the chair next to the bed

  12. What is that smell?

    jetsetter replied to sharann's topic in General Nursing

    I have three teenage boys, 18, 16, and 4. Man oh man do I know exactly what you're talking about. I just don't have the words........ to the Mom's who have survived this; how long does it

  13. Figuring out dose for Rocephin

    jetsetter replied to KuteNurse's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like everybodys right; 1.4ml should be the dose, but it should also be the reconstitued amount you

  14. Managing Perceptions (male nurse/student in OB)

    jetsetter replied to Works2xs's topic in General Nursing

    I work w/several male nurses, and they have expressed the same frustration. I don't have any answers, but I think you'll find a little of this in all areas, but not as much as in OB. Hang in

  15. How to decline job offer

    jetsetter replied to ZootRN's topic in General Nursing

    be simple but direct, "I decline your gracious offer at this time. I thank you for the opportunity to interview for the ----- position ( insert whatever it was) Most important thing is to let them...

  16. In your opinion what makes a great nurse?

    jetsetter replied to BuddyGwen's topic in General Nursing

    A great nurse doesn't have time to gossip, back stab, or sit at the desk complaining about her job..... he/she is out DOING their

  17. Painful Feet, Please Help!

    jetsetter replied to BlessedbyGod's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have absolutely no idea. Anybody

  18. Painful Feet, Please Help!

    jetsetter replied to BlessedbyGod's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    No, I mean about an 8 oz glass, really, small. Just try it , please! P.S. I've had no problems with the "bean"

  19. Painful Feet, Please Help!

    jetsetter replied to BlessedbyGod's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    friends, friends, friends..... let me introduce you to the one single thing that has changed my life. This was recommeded to my by a fellow nurse for relief from hot flashes. It works very well.......

  20. final 2 weeks of orientation on med-surg....

    jetsetter replied to lesrn2005's topic in General Nursing

    I would do it! You obviously having a good rapport with this nurse, learn all you can!! I also feel it is extremely important for nurse's to understand the "little nuances" that change from shift to...

  21. School Pins?

    jetsetter replied to 1Tulip's topic in General Nursing

    wear mine on my badge every day! I earned

  22. "Gray areas" in med pass scariest

    jetsetter replied to GLORIAmunchkin72's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    The last time I checked a pt has the right to refuse any med/tx they don't want. I do understand your delimena. I would just chart exactly what happened and exactly what the pt

  23. HELP should I step down???

    jetsetter replied to johnson0424's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Here's a thought. Delegate, delegate, delegate!! Have some of the other staff each take a small, manageable task. (this is what my manager does) Our last manager quit because she became overwhelmed...

  24. I am on the ICU floor this week...

    jetsetter replied to tryinrealhard's topic in MICU, SICU

    My view on this is Help, Help, Help. And whatever happens, whatever is said, say NOTHING. If you help, they will see as willing to learn, eager, and a general asset. Don't EVER say, "It's not my...

  25. Question about obtaining POA for aging parent

    jetsetter replied to jnette's topic in General Nursing

    My suggestion is ... go slowly. Try to get her to do one change at a time. the whole 'giving up the house, car , independence' thing all at once is what will make her plant her feet and refuse to...