barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. Moving once I become a lpn

    barefootlady replied to hair_tie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hair Tie, You gave so little information. Do you have children? Does Hubby want to go to school for some special training? The Sunbelt is a good choice but I hear lots of talk about the whole state...

  2. Pay scales in South Carolina for RN

    barefootlady replied to LoriRN911's topic in General Nursing

    Sunflower, Thanks for the info. I will call my friend and tell her about this facility. I am sure she would be interested in acute care if they do not feel she is too old. She used to work med/surg...

  3. You Know the patient is going bad when...

    barefootlady replied to Nurseboy1's topic in General Nursing

    the changes in vs, resp, and lung sounds are subtle then you notice complexion change, nostrils are slightly flared and ears are pinned back. Something big is going to

  4. Pay scales in South Carolina for RN

    barefootlady replied to LoriRN911's topic in General Nursing

    My friend is working part-time in Ohio at a LTC. She lives close to the border of WV and Ohio. I know she is planning a trip down there soon and plans to look around seriously. I do not think...

  5. Sex Discrimination or not?

    barefootlady replied to VAC's topic in General Nursing

    Jeff, This is certainly discrimination. Unfortunately, as the other posters have pointed out, there is lots to be considered here. I wish you luck, I know if given the opportunity you would make a...

  6. Acused of no compassion

    barefootlady replied to nurseofficegail's topic in General Nursing

    The handwriting is on the wall with this one. Be prepared to be looking for another job before the 2 months are up. This is the type of complaint against you that is too broad to fix unless they...

  7. How to enhance cohesive working and communication

    barefootlady replied to NYCRN6's topic in General Nursing

    No suggestions just wishing you good luck. This is an issue at many facilities, and one that rears its head all too

  8. Plain Dealer Article on Nursing Care- MUST READ

    barefootlady replied to RN Power Ohio's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I understood nurses were fighting this fight in Texas. I was just stating facilities down there seem to have a poor attitude towards nurses and nurse concerns. Friend was so sick of his job before...

  9. Pay scales in South Carolina for RN

    barefootlady replied to LoriRN911's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, Friend wants to move to SC to be close to son and grandkids. Conway area. She is an experienced nurse, pushing 60, and is having trouble finding a position. She says age is against her. Any...

  10. Plain Dealer Article on Nursing Care- MUST READ

    barefootlady replied to RN Power Ohio's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Agree fight needs to be done and push needs to continue until goals are reached. Did not know Texas was looking into ratio laws. Sort of hard for me to believe Texas facilities will ever care what...

  11. Survey: Are your staff meetings productive?

    barefootlady replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Last staff meeting I went to put me to sleep. Still working on issues from 2 years ago. LOL. So NO, meeting not

  12. Do you talk about allnurses.com at work?

    barefootlady replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Old NM from previous job used to read AN everyday in an attempt to recognize staff. NEVER spoke of AN at that job but have at other

  13. Plain Dealer Article on Nursing Care- MUST READ

    barefootlady replied to RN Power Ohio's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Long fight ahead for nurses in any state to see decent ratio laws passed like California has. Even 6:1 would be a blessing in some facilities. Most of the time I feel like the PTB for facilities and...

  14. Transfering DNR pts to MSICU

    barefootlady replied to Lorie P.'s topic in General Nursing

    DNR does not mean do not

  15. Tattle Tail Traits in Nursing??

    barefootlady replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    The last TT I worked with would not swat flies off herself, much less a patient, but let the NM or other bigwig come on the unit and she fell out of her chair to tell them everything she had done or...

  16. Decided to Interview - Those that know my story help help help

    barefootlady replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    State they may confirm employment dates. Otherwise be positive but state I was looking for my spot in nursing and these weren't it. State you have been interested in nursing outside of the facility...

  17. hiring freeze

    barefootlady replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hiring freezes, freezes in pay, reduced benefits are all starting to happen in many areas where economy is pits. SIL says his mother in Detroit has taken a hit at her

  18. Irrigating foley catheter

    barefootlady replied to nursenatalie's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Have used Kpad to keep solution warm, also have set with bag between legs while wrapped in towel on night

  19. Question on Comp. Time

    barefootlady replied to Liz 0513's topic in Home Health

    Seems some companies here talk comp time but it never gets awarded. Rather have

  20. Gentiva Home Health

    barefootlady replied to Wendy_RN's topic in Home Health

    My friend worked for them for 2 years, all was great until a new manager came to her office. The manager was supposed to take "overflow" calls. She refused and a lot of nurses quit. That is all I...

  21. Advice on switching units

    barefootlady replied to chuckc's topic in General Nursing

    Apply for the post then tell manager. Sometimes even good managers try to talk staff into staying so they do not have to go through the hassle of replacing a nurse. Tell the manager you have applied...

  22. Do I keep this ER job or not???

    barefootlady replied to Itshamrtym's topic in General Nursing

    What wonderful support. Nice to hear you have been encouraged to do what is best for you. I think you know this job is more than you need or want to handle right now. Good

  23. perscription pads

    barefootlady replied to hunter-belle's topic in General Nursing

    Kept in locked drawer except when several docs are making rounds. One pad is usually give to unit clerk to hold on to for docs use. She returns it when they leave and its locked up with the others....

  24. backstabbed at work

    barefootlady replied to NuHappyRN's topic in General Nursing

    After reading so many posters comments I am truly saddened and surprised. Sad because so many young, talented, caring nurses are treated so badly. Surprised that there are any bedside nurses left....

  25. SC/NC residency question on tuition...

    barefootlady replied to dreamon's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    elkpark, I think I understand. I just know that many grandparents are raising grandchildren these days, parents have too many issues, and it seems harsh to further throw obsticles into young persons...