Nurse SMS MSN, RN

Critical Care; Cardiac; Professional Development

You did what you knew how to do; when you knew better, you did better. - Maya Angelou

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    Coronavirus Second Wave?

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Please forgive me. I do not feel negatively toward you at all. I do not know you. I am struggling with some others during this pandemic and I admit that fully. You have a good day too.
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    How bad will it get in the fall/Winter time?

    Nurse SMS replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    They didn't at all say "fully fight it". They said they all produced antibodies. There are many different kinds of antibodies. Not all do the same thing, mean the same thing and not all give long-term...
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    How Does This End?

    Nurse SMS replied to MeganMN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    You must have missed the armed protesters in
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    How Does This End?

    Nurse SMS replied to MeganMN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Just got told I am going to be pulled to staff the floor. I was asked to work tonight. Obviously since I worked all day, that's a problem. But yeah...my tolerance for the "I am too free to be a decent...
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    SNF Residents Dying of Broken Hearts Due to Visitation Restrictions?

    Nurse SMS replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Disaster Preparation

    It is heart wrenching any way you cut it. Heart wrenching for those trapped in solitude and loneliness without even being able to see whole human faces and heart wrenching for those dying in solitude...
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    Coronavirus Second Wave?

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Has your religious beliefs taught you to care for others above yourself? Makes it very simple to do when all that is required is social distancing, wearing a mask and washing your hands I would think....
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    How Does This End?

    Nurse SMS replied to MeganMN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Not all of us are, no. In fact, more than 75% of polled Texans disagree with the views being espoused by some on this board and others. Hence Texas now being categorized as a swing state for the first...
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    Finding experience during school to help find job after graduation

    Nurse SMS replied to weibelem's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The main benefit of working as a CNA during school doesn't come as much from the experience itself as the ability of the team to evaluate your work ethic and fit prior to committing to you. It has...
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    Methodist Richardson October 2020 Nurse Residency

    Nurse SMS replied to maroonout's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    A lot of hospitals in DFW are greatly reducing or all together skipping new grad residencies due to Covid. It's a rough time to be a new grad.
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    How Does This End?

    Nurse SMS replied to MeganMN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    My institution has instituted progressive discipline for people failing to wear PPE according to our policies at this time. This includes masks in all hospital areas and shields if there is any chance...
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I don't disagree that all age groups for the most part have individuals guilty of irresponsible behavior. The lack of leadership and the politicizing of a public health enemy is the largest...
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    How bad will it get in the fall/Winter time?

    Nurse SMS replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Even if that is the case, mass production and distribution isn't realistic before the end of the year. I understand the desire to "think positively", but I think there is a difference between that and...
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    Texas governor to residents: "The safest place for you is at your home" due Covid-19 spike

    Nurse SMS replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I do believe we have given a great deal of "entertainment" to this individual and I also believe that failing to get a rise out of us would cause them to look for their entertainment
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    That would be your choice, of course, but not everyone feels as you do. Many parents of adults or teens who died by drug overdose make that part of the obituary for their loved one and start...
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Since his care is protected by HIPAA, I would assume the hospital has a signed consent either from the patient or the family. SA isn't actually all that small - over 2.2 million people and that is...
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Ones who are frightened and regretful and feeling guilty for having contributed to the spread I am assuming. Nurses are the most trusted profession out there. I have been told a ton of stuff I would...
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Given that the patients themselves have told us Yes, they are.....what are you basing your opinion
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    Is it time to finally do this...

    Nurse SMS replied to potentialrn24's topic in Nursing Career

    You sound like a perfect fit for nursing if you ask me. See what you can do re: scholarships or fundraising. I think you will be pleased with your career
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    COVID in the Break Room?

    Nurse SMS replied to adventure_rn's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Our break rooms have been decimated. Most chairs and tables removed. Signs up everywhere about how many are allowed in the room at once and warnings to keep our distance from one
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    How to Change Nursing Specialties

    Nurse SMS replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    You can also research what hospitals do residency programs for experienced nurses looking to break into a new specialty. There aren't a ton of them, but they do
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    Texas governor to residents: "The safest place for you is at your home" due Covid-19 spike

    Nurse SMS replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I asked and was told how to block. I encourage anyone who is struggling with politicizing posts to consider doing the same. It
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    Latent tb infection

    Nurse SMS replied to yesitsme's topic in General Students

    How devastating. I am so sorry. I would call the school back and ask them what your options are. It may be after a course of INH or other treatment that they may consider you low risk? I don't think...
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    Texas Hospital making nurses resign or take care of COVID patients

    Nurse SMS replied to Rex Sanchez's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes, they can do this. No, you won't qualify for unemployment if they are offering you a job and you refuse it. Safe Harbor can and should be invoked if they do not give you options for training and...
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    "I think I made a mistake" ... 30 y/o Dies after Attending COVID-19 Party

    Nurse SMS replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Red
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    ICU nursing in Texas during COVID

    Nurse SMS replied to bbear2102's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I agree. Even on this board we are seeing the deniers and I get so upset I just stop coming here to read. I don't see how anyone can deny it at this point and I don't care to debate it. We are living...