xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    Stroke at homenursing

    xoemmylouox replied to Elfriede's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Why on Earth would you move a patient from a firm surface (the floor) to a soft surface like a bed? So you can give useless compressions? Obviously that person has a very limited medical background....
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    Instructor accidentally gave me a high mark on an exam

    xoemmylouox replied to JacquelineJax's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    I'll admit it would have taken me a minute to suck it up and own up to the mistake. Of course you did the right thing. Eventually things like that get figured out anyway so it's best to be honest and...
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    Current LPN, kicked out of RN, exploring different career options

    xoemmylouox replied to Val1023's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't give up so easily, but that's just me. As far as for careers other than Nursing.. There are endless options. I'm not sure if you honestly expect us to guess what career would suit you? I...
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    The Six Month Scream

    xoemmylouox replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    I would do just as you are. Ask HR when you are eligible to transfer. You've already spoke with the NM of NICU and have already begun following the steps they suggested. I would start looking for...
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    Not having kids until 35

    xoemmylouox replied to waiting4ivpush's topic in General Nursing

    I had my first child at 28 and will have my second in just a few months, at the young age of 30. I'm beyond happy we waited. Sometimes we look back and think what if we had them sooner.. Then we...
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    Pension over tuition

    xoemmylouox replied to MindeMalcomson's topic in General Nursing

    It depends. Are you planning on going back to school? How is the healthcare market where you are at? I simply don't trust pension plans anymore. I have seen too many get eliminated or benefits cut to...
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    Patients taking selfies in clinical areas

    xoemmylouox replied to whichone'spink's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    As long as I am not in it, and neither are any other patients, I don't care. It annoys me, but I have bigger fish to fry
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    Major Med Error

    xoemmylouox replied to keynurse's topic in Patient Medications

    We all make mistakes. This is one that you most likely won't make again. We all get busy and things happen. Just make sure that you double check orders before giving
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    Don't like nursing at all, what can I do with my BSN?

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

    I would try another avenue of nursing - outpatient care, home care, hospice, etc. I wouldn't give up because you didn't like your first job 6 months in. If you would stick it out longer you might be...
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    Jealous Friends...

    xoemmylouox replied to Upward_Bound's topic in School, College Programs

    I would be happy if I had inspired others to go back to school. I'm not sure why you would take it as an insult, unless there is more to the
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    New grad regrets doing psych

    xoemmylouox replied to nursingfornurses's topic in General Nursing

    I would try out other floor areas to see what you like. Keep in mind that what you do as a floor nurse is MUCH different than you would do as a N/P. Perhaps shadow a N/P in an area that interests you...
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    Accused by patient of stealing his percocet

    xoemmylouox replied to Nursebb1942's topic in General Nursing

    That's frustrating. I would call your malpractice insurance just in case. I doubt anything will come of it, but it is worth it to CYA. As another person posted, being sweet and super nice to legit...
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    I am the worst person ever.

    xoemmylouox replied to bicuspidball's topic in Nursing Humor

    Shoot, working with peds I ALWAYS let them take the fall. Babies and little boys are the more believable culprits. My husband has shamed me for it, but I say it's fair
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    Gift for a nurse.

    xoemmylouox replied to wearyLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Food is usually appreciated. Something like a simple fruit tray would be appreciated. Where I work we get a bunch of cookies, which I love, but there are some that prefer healthy snacks.. Fruit is...
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    Crutches "Laying Around"

    xoemmylouox replied to CalNevaMimi's topic in School

    I love how creative we all get when we "talk" to one another. I would get rid of anything like crutches that are just there collecting dust. Kids will find a way to get hurt and their parents won't be...
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    Working for two hospitals

    xoemmylouox replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in General Nursing

    There are a few non-compete hospitals out there, but typically these rules are more for management positions. There are plenty of floor staff (CNA's, Tech's, housekeeping, kitchen, therapy, nursing,...
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    Abandonment if I don't pick up over time shifts??

    xoemmylouox replied to hollyspiller0253's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I would find a new job ASAP. Make sure you CYA with documentation until then. In this setting you cannot abandon a patient you have not taken an assignment for. It was a nice try, but a fail on their...
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    Nurse fired from Huntington Hospital to visit White House, discuss union efforts

    xoemmylouox replied to herring_RN's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    It's a dangerous job to take on, which is RIDICULOUS! You shouldn't be fired for this, but most employers it is an unspoken policy that this is a strict
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    Do Occupational Threapy Assistants Get Random Drug Tests

    xoemmylouox replied to Loveiskind's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know of ANY employer that doesn't threaten random drug screens. Does it happen often, not really for most. However, most employers will drug screen you on the spot if you are injured, and you...
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    Pregnancy Work Woes

    xoemmylouox replied to Barbie8808's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry for your
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    Pregnancy Work Woes

    xoemmylouox replied to Barbie8808's topic in General Nursing

    I am currently 25 weeks and am scolded by my coworkers for many of the tasks I am doing. They go out of their way to assist me when dealing with a difficult or dangerous issue. That being said I have...
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    CML Patient interested in becoming a nurse

    xoemmylouox replied to Djakujudobre's topic in General Nursing

    Well every single insurance plan is different so there are literally THOUSANDS of different plans and different costs. For my insurance I pay nearly $500/month and my Rx co pays vary. Tier 1 = 20,...
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    Go into nursing for the money?

    xoemmylouox replied to jackhensy's topic in General Nursing

    If you already have a BA why not do a BA to BA transfer nursing program. You'll have A LOT more options with a BSN than an LPN. That would be the route I would chose. I will say nursing has a glut of...
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    Anyone excited about your RN life ahead?

    xoemmylouox replied to Upward_Bound's topic in General Nursing

    I am happy everyone is positive about their future and is working to provide a stable life for themselves. I too grew up in a poverty level home. Now I have to be a Debbie Downer for a second - your...
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    A little ICD-10 humor, especially for outpatient nurses

    xoemmylouox replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Ok I wish I would have seen this yesterday! I have to admit it was not nearly as bad as we all thought it was going to be. These are