xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    The Worst Hospital Visitor I've Ever Seen

    xoemmylouox replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm going to hurl.. Stoma
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    Assumptions

    xoemmylouox replied to Isitpossible's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Perhaps you are a little sensative about this? Maybe they just assumed this based on your age? If someone assumed I was a tech I wouldn't be offended, especially if they complimented techs in the same...
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    NOC with kids home for summer break?

    xoemmylouox replied to 4boysmama's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think it's a good idea to plan ahead. It'll be a definite adjustment for all of you. Maybe you will work 12hr shifts and only be missing a few days a week? I would just make the most of your days...
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    Do you think acute care nursing is becoming less safe?

    xoemmylouox replied to Emergent's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Healthcare in general is more dangerous. Sure we have advances that save lives, but if there aren't the people to implement them they are for nothing. You are to "streamline and simplify", but...
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    The Worst Hospital Visitor I've Ever Seen

    xoemmylouox replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    How about a family who had their special needs child chained to the bed at home (so they could collect his disabilty check). Child was taken away from said family and placed into protective custody/...
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    If you had money to spend on your unit or staff---

    xoemmylouox replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

    I definitely think this compensationneeds to benefit you in some way. I LOVE the idea of sending you to aconference. I wouldn't buy anything that will grow legs and walk awaylike DVD players, MP3...
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    Manager Bonuses

    xoemmylouox replied to Gypsy Moon's topic in Nurse Management

    I'm glad I'm not the only one who gets this. Without collective bargining care will continue to worsen and our patient's will suffer (not to mention
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    Manager Bonuses

    xoemmylouox replied to Gypsy Moon's topic in Nurse Management

    Well SOME managers do get bonuses for certain things like coming in under budget, finding ways to cut back on staffing, etc. Yes it was still expected of them to acomplish these things, but they were...
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    What crosses your mind when you see elaborate help wanted ads for RNs in news...

    xoemmylouox replied to hope3456's topic in General Nursing

    Hey if you are desperate for a job (like a new grad) and willing to live in a shack for awhile this might be a decent oppourtunity and you should be making decent $$$. I would give it a chance if I...
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    Working two jobs

    xoemmylouox replied to Nightowl_lpn's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked 2 jobs several different places. For awhile I worked 7 days a week. 5 - 8hr days a week in an outpt setting and 2- 8 or 12 hr days a week PDN. Then I worked in an LTACH 3 or 4 -12 hr...
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    Mandatory Overtime

    xoemmylouox replied to newRN_2014's topic in General Nursing

    Hopefully you won't be mandated often. It if seems to be a common problem try to make it your first year and perhaps start looking elsewhere. Ensure that if you have children or pets there is someone...
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    I Hope No One Hires You

    xoemmylouox replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have quit one job similarly before. It was a an LTAC where things were honestly just to dangerous to stay. They were being investigated for Medicare & Medicaid fraud, they accepted patients that...
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    Anyone been asked inappropriate interview questions?

    xoemmylouox replied to laKrugRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I can't believe this was just said.. Talk about saying inappropriate
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    Not all nurses wear scrubs

    xoemmylouox replied to rosen60's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I don't even know all of the areas Nurses can work in.. I'm pretty sure the job options are limitless.. I'm glad you found a job doing what you already know and
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    HUGE RANT Since when does LPN experience not count for ANY kind of nursing experience

    xoemmylouox replied to missymis86's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Some areas are still so overrun with nurses that they can be super picky about everything. I do understand LPN experience is not the same as RN, but it should still count for something. It's...
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    Temp. License Situation, Need Advice!

    xoemmylouox replied to Elin5890's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Are you a licensed nurse or are you waiting to take your NCLEX yet? If you don't have your license yet your BON may limit what you can do. It is best to check with them. If your facility is asking you...
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    Is HR Lying To Me?

    xoemmylouox replied to Colleen2515's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I wouldn't count on this position. They obviously have made at least one choice. The hiring manager may WANT to hire you, but that does not mean they can/will. I'd look elsewhere and next time wait...
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    Greys anatomy-"my person"

    xoemmylouox replied to lala2017's topic in General Nursing

    I don't make friends easily. Mainly because I choose to spend my time at home with my family vs going out all of the time. Plus I prefer to only have a few good friends than a bunch of meh friends....
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    How to get tincture of Benzoin out of clothes

    xoemmylouox replied to marciakhimes's topic in General Nursing

    Ok... Now how do you get pen marks off of exam tables??? We are always trying new tricks trying to get those stubborn stains out. So far we have found that the Mr. Clean sponges seem to work the...
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    Mistakenly shaded black ink in setA for board exam

    xoemmylouox replied to Minard04's topic in Philippines

    You post is a bit confusing.. From what I can get from it you used a pen to complete a test after you were told to use a pencil. I would think that if they were going to reject the test they would...
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    termination and the next interview

    xoemmylouox replied to farley15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I've had a family follow me before as well. It's not a real issue. I would be honest during your interview. Explain what happened and what you learned from it so it won't happen again. Good
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    Are you bored at work?

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

    If you make the same pay I would stick with a "boring" F/T job and pull a few PRN shifts at a "busy" job. That's just me
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    Impossible Family Member

    xoemmylouox replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Often these families are misdirected feelings. They often feel guilty or they are trying to control things since they cannot control the decline of their loved one. You just deal with the best you can...
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    You gotta love them!

    xoemmylouox replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Shoot I want to attend the drink and dabble.. I'm glad the rest of us thought wine as well.. That is one smart
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    Documenting allergies in computer programs

    xoemmylouox replied to THERESAHALL's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    That is crazy. Why wouldn't any medical provider be able to enter an allergy?? I would keep your writeen notice short and sweet. Summerize the policy and make it understandable to the average