barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. Need advice about new job

    barefootlady replied to FarmgrrlRN's topic in General Nursing

    Talk to the manager. Explain what has been going on. I hope these nurses get a firm warning on their duties. Good

  2. Female nurses earn less than male nurses

    barefootlady replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    It seems like I stepped on a few toes sharing my experience with a male counterpart recently. As I stated, I have worked with a few good male nurses. Unfortunately my experience with male nurses,...

  3. IV Toradol?

    barefootlady replied to OZ88's topic in Pain Management

    Toradol is given IM in RR post TKR, THR, and other ortho procedures here. Given q 6 hrs after initial dose in RR x 24 hours. Then dcd. Some doctors give it IM/PO after ESWL, Lap Chole, etc. Must...

  4. Is my nursing license in jeopardy?

    barefootlady replied to Pretzlgl's topic in General Nursing

    Talk to the boss. This is dangerous. Maybe a Lippencott Manual would cover some of your issues. Good

  5. Thinking of quiting after 2 years

    barefootlady replied to NannaNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry you are having this problem. I know you will make the right decision for your career, just be there for your son before he leaves. I would address this need immediately. Hope things...

  6. not funny, just nasty

    barefootlady replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Nothing funny about this drawing, it's sick and sad. Nursing Spectrum you let nursing down.

  7. Senior administration working a shift/month

    barefootlady replied to 2rntish's topic in General Nursing

    Just because these big shots show up and pass a few trays, get ice, and help make an empty bed does NOT mean they open their eyes to "real" problems in this facility. Funny my morale would only be...

  8. Epidural & post-op pain management

    barefootlady replied to Jemma's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Great post jezebel and jett. What you describe jezebel is what I am used to when having an epidural patient. Apnea monitor for at least 24

  9. Any Ky Nurses Out There????

    barefootlady replied to Saved_by_Grace's topic in General Nursing

    Like you I don't see much activity on your board. Guess nursing in KY is great or they are too busy to

  10. Female nurses earn less than male nurses

    barefootlady replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    In my many years of nursing I have worked with a few good male nurses, ones I would share a shift with anytime, anyplace, anyhow. But, in general, I have worked with male nurses who just did not do...

  11. Neighbors TKA

    barefootlady replied to meownsmile's topic in Orthopedic

    Every friend or family member we have are different. We need to listen to our inner feelings and if we feel uneasy then do not accept an assignment in caring for these special people. I have taken...

  12. What happens to your integrity when you go into management?

    barefootlady replied to olympiad27's topic in Nurse Management

    Have not had a nurse manager who rolled up her/his sleeves and jumped into the fray in years. The last 2 managers I worked for talked about team work, unity and support, they did not practice these...

  13. Is LTC really this bad?

    barefootlady replied to Sheri257's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LTC is better here than in some areas I have visited. We need to realize the elderly have value and dignity. One day we many be in the shoes of so many who depend on us. That thought really scares...

  14. Gastric Bypass

    barefootlady replied to minnieme104's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Yes, Suzanne, I agree that this doctor needed to change the way he did this procedure. But the facility only saw the

  15. Any WV nurses here?

    barefootlady replied to amyslater's topic in General Nursing

    Where are you now and what type of nursing do you

  16. Helloooo WV RNs!

    barefootlady replied to NeuroICURN's topic in General Nursing

    Hello. I live in southern WV. Not on here as much as I used to be, work in NC, or did and am going back shortly. What is working like in PA? Where do you work? Hope you have a great weekend. And...

  17. Are CNA's considered "Nurses"?

    barefootlady replied to nursesherry's topic in General Nursing

    ALNAMVET: Once again your venom is exploding all over the board. Please try to remember all of the members of these boards are due respect for their individual

  18. Are CNA's considered "Nurses"?

    barefootlady replied to nursesherry's topic in General Nursing

    The best places I have ever worked have considered cna's a valuable part of the team. They were quick to identify themselves as cna's and quick to spot problems and report them to the nurse. I did...

  19. Who's #1 your patient or you?

    barefootlady replied to rscarlatti's topic in General Nursing

    Somehow the point was missed that most of us do take our lunch and breaks, but there are times when we just don't feel it is safely staffed to do this. I have requested special help when my patient's...

  20. Burying loved ones

    barefootlady replied to Tiki_Torch's topic in Alabama Nursing

    Many funeral practices we see today have only been in existance since the civil war. I do not think most states require embalming if burial is done within 24 hours and there is no infectious disease....

  21. Accuity Vs Staffing Needs: Are They Taking Us Seriously?

    barefootlady replied to Tadpole's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Most facilities just look at the acuity of patients to make sure the minimum number of nurses is on duty. Never mind if there is a real problem, several admissions coming, a truly ICU patient but no...

  22. Gastric Bypass

    barefootlady replied to minnieme104's topic in Medical-Surgical

    It is a dye to check on placement of tube. My personal experience with this surgery is there is no good outcome. These patients are having a life changing procedure and do not realize how much of a...

  23. Elder Abuse

    barefootlady replied to military girl's topic in General Nursing

    Elder abuse is a growing problem. I do think it is interesting that some nurses, because they have no formal orientation into this subject, think they are safe when an investigation is in progress....

  24. Who's #1 your patient or you?

    barefootlady replied to rscarlatti's topic in General Nursing

    Patient care is the reason we are there. I try to take a lunch break everyday, sometimes I don't get to do that. I will take a 15 minute mental health break, when possible, if things are hectic. I...

  25. How much OT do I have to do?

    barefootlady replied to bullRNIL's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I could be wrong but I have never heard of any hospital requiring or allowing more than 16 hours of work in a 24 hour period. It is then up to the supervisor in charge to maintain/obtain coverage for...