barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. Is this how your unit defines prn????

    barefootlady replied to nursenatalie's topic in Medical-Surgical

    PRN staff at the last facility I worked picked their shifts, often did not show up as scheduled, but were not written up or yelled at by the HN. Most of them did 12 hour shifts. They only did...

  2. 50 mg of Phenergan IV push!!!!!!!!!

    barefootlady replied to nursenatalie's topic in Medical-Surgical

    As stated earlier this should be diluted in 100 cc of NSS and given as a PB over hour. This patient should have a PCA. He should be on a antiinflamatory agent. Most of the ortho doc's here give...

  3. just can't believe this...

    barefootlady replied to jnette's topic in General Nursing

    Jnette Please know that you, the other nurses, and the patient's family are in my prayers and thoughts. It does not mean much now but one day you will come to realize that his suffering is over. I...

  4. Most dreaded Dr.'s orders

    barefootlady replied to BBFRN's topic in General Nursing

    Titrating pain meds to level Dr thinks is approiate while patient, who is terminal ca, is crying and c/o severe pain. Wound packing on a 350 lb man/woman who has a open wound on their abdomen,...

  5. i'm quitting my my job, i've had enough!

    barefootlady replied to rn-jane's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry that you have had to endure this situation, Jane. As Cheerfuldoer stated, this is more and more the norm not the exception on units in hospitals today. I am surprised that the manager got...

  6. Elkins WV says HI!

    barefootlady replied to WV_heart_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am in Fayette County, not too far from the Gorge Bridge, New River rafting, Thurmond, Beckley, and points south. I too love the beauty of my home state but need and want a change in my nursing...

  7. That is it, I am becoming a Walmart greeter!

    barefootlady replied to huggietoes's topic in General Nursing

    Housekeeping in every facility I have been in for the last 5 years has "gone South". I agree with Joe, if we do not speak up and say, "no way is this my job while people hired for these jobs sit on...

  8. Why Is There A Shortage?

    barefootlady replied to Melly1022's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with so many of the posters on this thread, high patient acuity, high patient/nurse ratios, high stress levels, and lack of respect have sent many nurses, both experienced and new, running to...

  9. another unhappy RN, help

    barefootlady replied to Steph_RN_BSN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Sorry that you were treated in this manner. Sure reality shock of nursing is something we all have gone through, seems like we still have days that we, as experienced nurses, can barely cope with the...

  10. Happy New Year!!!!

    barefootlady posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    Best wishes to all of nurses in Virginia for a happy, safe, healthy, and rewarding new

  11. Happy New Year

    barefootlady posted a topic in General Nursing

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I hope all of the nurses in our state have a safe one

  12. Happy New Year!!!

    barefootlady posted a topic in Ohio Nursing

    HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of the nurses in my neighboring state of Ohio. I hope the new year brings all of you good luck, good health and good

  13. Toasted or burned to a Crip

    barefootlady replied to Bambi's topic in General Nursing

    OH, how I can relate to your post. Like most of the other posters, I advise you to hang in there and finish your training. You will be glad in the end that you completed it. Happy New

  14. Happy New Year!!!

    barefootlady posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope all of the nurses in N.C. have a good new year with good health, good jobs, and good fortune. I am still looking for a job, so keep your fingers crossed I get something

  15. West Virginia LPN Students

    barefootlady replied to LPNtobe7/04's topic in General Nursing

    P.S. Where is the New River Technical School? Just have never heard of it and am

  16. West Virginia LPN Students

    barefootlady replied to LPNtobe7/04's topic in General Nursing

    Not sure what the hourly wage is for LPN is now. Do know several LPN's with many years of experience, they say hospital pay sucks. About $13.00/hr after about many years of experience. Many of the...

  17. Nurse patient ratio

    barefootlady replied to gaulkari's topic in General Nursing

    Just wanted to reinforce my opinion that 8 patients on ANY floor is too many. I agree with those posters who have said acuity plays a big part in how well the shift will flow. But, in today's...

  18. I have to vent......re: bosses pets....

    barefootlady replied to Melody007_FNP-C's topic in General Nursing

    wow! have i been in your shoes, and, yes, it does make you see red to be lied to. i do believe supervisors lie, and do it without caring about the feelings of those they are lieing to. there was a...

  19. Empoyers Who Request Credit Reports!!!

    barefootlady replied to Euskadi1946's topic in General Nursing

    Great News CeCi, I am still looking for the job, but I am very happy you got one. Have a Happy New

  20. Any WV nurses here?

    barefootlady replied to amyslater's topic in General Nursing

    Hi CNA, Thanks for the info regarding salaries. I have not noticed a big difference on the hourly wage offered me by the facility but the agency pay is better there in NC. I am having some thoughts...

  21. Made to look like an idiot. (rant)

    barefootlady replied to MarcusKspn's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right thing and should be given a word of appreciation from DON. Doc was wrong but don't expect him to change. Always err on side of patient good and you cannot go

  22. Nurse patient ratio

    barefootlady replied to gaulkari's topic in General Nursing

    Went for a job interview today. Was quoted 7 to 8 patient ratio for days on med/surg tele unit. I am not interested! Nights are 9 or 10 patients per nurse. When I asked about nursing model they...

  23. Empoyers Who Request Credit Reports!!!

    barefootlady replied to Euskadi1946's topic in General Nursing

    The status of my credit line has no bearing on my nursing abilities. I have excellent credit. I do not my info snooped into unless it is an absolute necessity. Have worked with some really good...

  24. THE DRAMA KING strikes again

    barefootlady replied to Browneyedgirl's topic in General Nursing

    canoehead gave the best advice. only you can decide if you want to follow

  25. First day in ICU!

    barefootlady replied to Noney's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked with 2 male nurses who were and are just plain lazy. The doctors know this, they don't want these guys taking care of their patients, but they talk ball, golf, cars and even sex with...