barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. I Am FURIOUS!!!!

    barefootlady replied to leslie :-D's topic in Psychiatric

    I am so sorry you have such a heavy burden. When our children are ill, we do everything in our power to protect them. I am glad your daughter is being open with you and discussing the pooling of...

  2. recruiter lied

    barefootlady posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    Kept seeing add on another board for what was termed as work in an area very close to my home. After much consideration, I called about this add. I had the add right in front of me on the screen,...

  3. racism in nursing

    barefootlady replied to daisywill's topic in General Students

    Racism was rampant when I was in LPN school and reared its head again in RN school. We did not know that our school was being investigated for complaints, we could see there were no black students in...

  4. did you hear this too, graduate LPN student's?

    barefootlady replied to lpn2bee05's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats. Your story shows how determination, hard work, and forward planning can make dreams come true.

  5. How do you feel about paying for parking?

    barefootlady replied to ICUUCME's topic in General Nursing

    So far I have never had to pay for parking at any facility I have worked. I do not think I would like it and I think I would find a way to build on this resentment, making my tough job even tougher....

  6. recruiter lied

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in Agency Nurses

    Well, let me see, the recruiter lied about location, salary, hours, benefits, and time off. Not to mention travel pay and bonus. I think that covers it all. It's a wonder to me how any jobs get...

  7. Flowsheet for Continuous Bladder Irrigation

    barefootlady replied to JNT'smom's topic in Medical-Surgical

    column 1. date and time column 2. irrigation solution name column 3. amount of irrigation solution hung column 4. amount of output/color column 5. total output for shift (subtract amount in from...

  8. PrimeCare Medical? Anyone work for them?

    barefootlady replied to abnurse's topic in Correctional

    Never worked for them. Talked to a guy once who was trying to get nurses to work in a few of their facilities. Pay was a little on the low side, benefits were costly, did not have answers to some...

  9. Who gets the job?

    barefootlady replied to daisybaby's topic in Nurse Management

    Give the new nurse her chance. Tell the nurse who quit you do have a position on the unit, but not the same position she left, it has been filled. If she really wants to come back she will recognize...

  10. Last minute scheduling

    barefootlady replied to Blackcat99's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, they figured they could count on you for extra. These guys always figure they can talk you into doing more than you agreed to when you were hired. Just smile and say no if you can't do it....

  11. Mistake?

    barefootlady replied to ABC's topic in General Nursing

    Hi ABC I know you are upset and feel terrible over this incident, but I admire your honesty in reporting it to the physician for exam. and further treatment if necessary. I have worked with nurses...

  12. Talking about the working conditions !

    barefootlady replied to Wang Ying's topic in General Nursing

    Hello Wang Ying, I understand the nurse in China has a much greater role in patient care than we do here in America. I understand the equiptment in some facilities is very old. Is this true for your...

  13. Do you have a Weasel at work?

    barefootlady replied to Judee Smudee's topic in General Nursing

    It has been my experience to have not just one but several weasels on a unit. Poor things, seems like after awhile they don't seem to get all of those important messages. What someone put a sign on...

  14. Have you been injured by a doctor?

    barefootlady replied to JustMe's topic in General Nursing

    There used to be stories floating around about this type of behavior but nurses can and do file assualt and battery charges now. Beside, I used to have such a bad temper the meanest doctor was afraid...

  15. prescription pain med abusers

    barefootlady replied to nurseT's topic in Correctional

    RE: NC doctor with drug convictions still has license. Well this sounds par for the course. Nurses are held to a higher standard, often an impossible one, but doctors are there to protect one...

  16. Impact of computers on pt care and workflow

    barefootlady replied to HINFgirl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am a better typist than I even expected to be. Keyboards are dirty. After using one and before touching a patient, hands should be washed. Think how many people had access to those stations in a...

  17. Old abbreviations now passe?

    barefootlady replied to stevierae's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I think I have answered this question before, but here goes again. If I know the doctor meant everyday and has written QD, I just rewrite the order, place a tab for signature on the side of the...

  18. where in north carolina?

    barefootlady replied to paula77720's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Daughter lives in NC, Greensboro area. Crime and traffic are problems and on the increase. Cost of living is expensive in city area. Now. there are several smaller towns that provide a good...

  19. G-tube dressing change

    barefootlady replied to MrsWeb's topic in Home Health

    I have noted on long term G tube placement that it is the lack of care to the insert site that causes problems rather than a specific type of dressing. The patient or caregiver should be taught to...

  20. Cutters

    barefootlady replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    What a great post psychpt! Thanks. :flowersfo

  21. Losing your license in Nevada?

    barefootlady replied to jayrelic's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I am so sorry this happened to you, some instructors are idiots. I have heard a lot of negative comments regarding nursing in Nv. I do think there are issues that need attention, but you have time...

  22. Why can't I get hired?

    barefootlady replied to catlady's topic in General Nursing

    1. AGE 2. Abundance of experience, they can't fool you as easily as a younger nurse. 3. AGE 4. Higher wage scale (an increase in staff budget cuts down the HN bonus) 5. AGE 6. Fear of skill level....

  23. Passed with 95 questions!!!

    barefootlady replied to peruviannurse25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations. Have a great career.

  24. PRN pay in YOUR area?

    barefootlady replied to leisa22's topic in General Nursing

    Low here is about 25.00. High is about 36.00. There is a shift diff with this but it depends on facility how much. Most are .60 to 1.00 PM weekday. 1.00 to 1.25 week night. Weekend add 1.00 for...

  25. Verification of NG tube placement

    barefootlady replied to Bwick's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Agree with Tweety. One thing I noticed recently, staff nurse did not verify placement everytime he used tube. That is a big NO-NO in my book. Agree on litmus paper but has been years since I have...