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dec2007

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  1. allegation

    dec2007 replied to Salebow's topic in General Nursing

    Just a question: How is it legal to suspend an employee and not tell them why? You definitely need that lawyer to go with you! Good luck and God speed!PS: please let us know you are

  2. I Need help and tips. Need as much advice as possible. Starting nursing school in Jan

    dec2007 replied to Bailando's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I wish I could recommend reading material, but I went to school soooooooo long ago (really!) I agree the flashcards are great. Also, there are some really helpful websites for specific units. I'll try...

  3. I Need help and tips. Need as much advice as possible. Starting nursing school in Jan

    dec2007 replied to Bailando's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Take a deep breath! You are going to be fine! My best studying was at about 4 AM by myself at Hardee's. I worked full time and had three kids and a husband, so I needed to take myself away from all...

  4. why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    dec2007 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have also had patient's family members in the ICU tell me they are nurses and found out later from other family members they are clinic billing clerks or receptionists. I guess they think the ICU...

  5. Should I Wear this to Work?

    dec2007 replied to lilgop's topic in General Nursing

    I never wear jewelry I care about at work because it's too easy to lose. I lost my mothers ring pulling off a soiled glove, and even after going through all the trash and linens I never found

  6. Stephen King Readers Thread

    dec2007 replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    Don't think a remake of The Stand could be better than the first! It's my all time favorite movie (mini series). Love Mother

  7. Will I get in trouble with the BON for receiving mental health care?

    dec2007 replied to mj606's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Unfortunately, the hospital "grapevine" trumps HIPPA just about every time! If anyone at your facility knows your private medical/psychiatric information, chances are good gossip will spread the word...

  8. Do RNs get extra pay for working with students?

    dec2007 replied to johndough's topic in General Nursing

    I agree totally! They should be

  9. Do RNs get extra pay for working with students?

    dec2007 replied to johndough's topic in General Nursing

    At my facility we most certainly do not get any extra pay for teaching the university students doing clinicals or externships, nor for precepting new employees. The hospital has a new grad internship...

  10. Trivial Question: What do you usually bring for lunch?

    dec2007 replied to justmehappy's topic in Nurses Rock

    Yogurt, a cliff bar, fresh fruit, a rev wrap, 2 protein drinks and 3 Diet Pepsis = energy for 12

  11. New employer requires I bring my antidepressant Rx and get "cleared" from my MD

    dec2007 replied to ORRN21's topic in Health, Stress Management

    This certainly is an invasion of privacy; however, it is the foreseeable consequence to the combination of mandated electronic health care records and the intrusion of government into health care. No...

  12. Going "Above and Beyond" UGH

    dec2007 replied to SubSippi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well said, Nurse Diane! This "trend", (if we can call it that), has made me feel that my goals of providing excellence in nursing care are no longer relevant. Mostly I feel now that the final years of...

  13. Going "Above and Beyond" UGH

    dec2007 replied to SubSippi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Dear Klone, I am also human, tho I don't always feel treated that way! I tried to go "above and beyond " for my attempted suicide patient( his 6th try) to get him some help until he tried to punch me...

  14. Brian Short News

    dec2007 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    No words can soothe the pain of the All-Nurses staff who knew and loved Brian, or of the family and friends left behind. I wish I could surround all of you with love and peace. Please know you have...

  15. Brian Short News

    dec2007 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    God bless the Short family and help them find

  16. The Ship Is Sinking

    dec2007 replied to beachtomountainsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes it's nice to get together with your coworkers at a nice coffee shop or breakfast diner away from work to just have a little

  17. I Hate People (my rant)

    dec2007 replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Stay on topic? Don't you think that ship sailed a long time

  18. Need some New Grad advice:(

    dec2007 replied to nurselisa207's topic in First Year After Licensure

    NurseLisa, if you are interested in relocating please private message me. My hospital's current goal is to hire 100 nurses in the next 100

  19. A less stressfull career choice

    dec2007 replied to jherd's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Jherd...sounds like we might work at the same hospital! Eventually those rules generally become less annoying, well, except not being sick more than 4 times a year (really??? With everything we are...

  20. Be honest, what pt behaviors do you find annoying?

    dec2007 replied to CrunchBerries's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, yes! One more: So I'm in an isolation room in my plastic gown and mask because my patient needed her pillow fluffed and her straw bent just so. I'm STILL in the room, mind you, and she puts on...

  21. Be honest, what pt behaviors do you find annoying?

    dec2007 replied to CrunchBerries's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my heavens, everything Crunch Berries said and more!!! This weeks best: Patient: My pillow isn't soft enough and the covers feel heavy on my feet.( in VRE isolation) Me: I'm sorry. We have a...

  22. I Hate People (my rant)

    dec2007 replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Guess I need to watch Babe now! Haven't ever seen

  23. I give in, I'm a COB

    dec2007 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    To ChronicAG: You know what's really rewarding? Even tho I'm a COB, I learn new things all the time from newer nurses. I think a lot of great things are taught in Nursing school now that weren't...

  24. I Hate People (my rant)

    dec2007 replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Surprised1....excellent thoughtful and loving response!!! Your comment about the stress of nursing and being an introvert are spot

  25. I give in, I'm a COB

    dec2007 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    To ONCRN63...Post away if you think it will