xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    You know you are a pediatric nurse when...

    xoemmylouox replied to perfectbluebuildings's topic in Pediatric

    When getting peed, pooped, or vomited on are just par for the
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    when you are accused of abuse

    xoemmylouox replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    Get an attorney ASAP! Sorry to hear you are going through
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    This is the worse idea I have every heard of-not safe.

    xoemmylouox replied to jlog.j's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I could see how EMR could help in situations like this. All of the MD orders should be in there, as well as xrays and
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    What's with all this disciplinary action?????

    xoemmylouox replied to Laboratorian's topic in General Nursing

    We are the easiest to blame/throw under the bus it seems.. I agree it is prob. related to the fact that there are a TON of nurses and only a FEW jobs to go
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    Fingersticks and Gauze?

    xoemmylouox replied to smiler2010's topic in General Nursing

    I bet there are a lot of newer nurses with that same question. I think your response will help those figure it out in the future.. I honestly think when it comes to nursing if you have a question ask...
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    Letter of Admonition...A Career Death Sentence? bv

    xoemmylouox replied to Verbal425's topic in General Nursing

    I am not suprised to hear that even with you experience in the high stress field of the ICU you are having a hard time. There are just too many nurses to pick from now. I would contact a lawyer asap...
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    Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

    xoemmylouox replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just for the future always have a 2nd nurse check you insulin. You made a mistake, everyone does. The important thing is you recognized it, you reacted appropriately, and you learned from it. Keep...
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    FINAL WRITTEN WARNING, first ever med error

    xoemmylouox replied to angelstar5's topic in General Nursing

    This is ridiculous, but no suprising. Common sense says that parents may be mistaken, but who needs common sense anymore? Certainly not
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    Best and Worst places for LPN opportunities

    xoemmylouox replied to Mazee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think the only areas with many openings will be rual areas. Even with that I don't know any states with a surplus of jobs. Good luck to
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    Opinions please asap

    xoemmylouox replied to promote.health's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would go for the internship. Everything else will work out. It sounds like a great opp.. not only to get your foot in the door, but to get lots of great exp. I would try to do some research first of...
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    Baby Angel Babcock - have you experience this?

    xoemmylouox replied to ws582's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    When my husband's mother was dying she frequently talked to those who had passed away before her. This went on for months until she died. She would have whole conversations, but at the end of them she...
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    Need help making a decision

    xoemmylouox replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in General Nursing

    I would keep doing both if possible. I worked an office gig m-f and then did homecare on sat and sun when I wanted. It worked out great. I got to keep my skills up with the weekend homecare, and I...
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    Change in consciousness for nursing

    xoemmylouox replied to alwayslookingnp's topic in General Nursing

    I am one of those younger nurses who would LOVE to have such inservices. I am pushing for more education in our dept. I am really trying to get people comfortable with codes. I think that managment is...
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    My Pity Party, Please RSVP

    xoemmylouox replied to ChristinP's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sorry that sucks. I keep telling myself that things will get better.. Don't give
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    Innocence Lost

    xoemmylouox replied to lilbosheep's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry that you went through that. It is awful the way that nurses are treated like criminals. I have to say that it seems drug diversion is a huge problem. I have wanted to travel in the past,...
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    Do we need to take drugs.. in order to do our job?

    xoemmylouox replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    I don't even know how to respond. The horrible things I am hearing have left me speachless. The fact that nurses are judging each other because some need help is INSANE. I cannot believe that nurses...
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    Do we need to take drugs.. in order to do our job?

    xoemmylouox replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    Most of the people I work with are on some sort of medication. I was for awhile, but the side effects (mainly nausea) were too much. I do think that I may need to start back up on something..It is a...
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    Embarrasing illnesses

    xoemmylouox replied to GitanoRN's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in uro for awhile. We saw all kinds of "interesting things". I'll never understand why people think it is a good idea to stick items into their urethra.. Items can get stuck/sucked in there.....
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    Would you stay?

    xoemmylouox posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Let's imagine that the "nursing shortage" was a real situation. Would you stay in your current position or would you leave for something else? What else would you love to be doing? Why would you
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    How do you handle codes?

    xoemmylouox posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    In my clinic I am on the "code team". It isn't organized well, and half the time only half of those who are on the team show up. It is frustrating and puts patients at risk. What do you do if someone...
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    Reporting in Florida

    xoemmylouox replied to Nataayy's topic in Florida Nursing

    I would hope that all states mandate you report suspected abuse. Who else will be the voice of the
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    Technology taking over

    xoemmylouox replied to mpink74's topic in General Nursing

    We use EMR in our clinic. It is wonderful. We have all of their labs, xrays, and office visit
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    I exploded at work. Haha miserable. Here's what happened? Should I feel bad, I kinda

    xoemmylouox replied to willowRN's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't feel bad. I am one who is always there on time or you call ahead and let them know you are gonna be a few late. If you take time to settle in show up 5-10 min early. Some people are just...
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    Public Medical Education oppt.

    xoemmylouox posted a topic in General Nursing

    In the Northern IN area we have what is referred to as "Mini Medical school". It is hosted by the local medical school, and I think it is great. Every year 6 or so education sessions are held. They...
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    What positions are available for Lpn that a loner could do

    xoemmylouox replied to Kimhdimino's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have to say you might have had a few bad apples, but there tons of good nurses out there. The people I work with care about each other, and we are together so much they are just like family. Now of...