xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    I need your advice on dealing with people who try to treat me like I'm stupid

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

    Reminds me of back in the ol' pay phone days of giving someone a quarter and telling them to call someone who cares :) There are "mean" nurses everywhere. You either deal with them head on or find...
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    Sick employees in the workplace

    xoemmylouox replied to KDSkyy44's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work you are harassed for calling out. They have a ridiculous policy- no more than 3 days out in 6 months.. Doesn't matter if you have an emergency, illness, ect. It doesn't matter how much...
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    Is this specialty flooded in your area?

    xoemmylouox replied to mmcc26's topic in Pediatric

    As mentioned before Peds is not for everyone. Many days it breaks your heart. Not to mention more often than not the parents can drive you nuts! I enjoy it to a point, but would love to go back to...
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    Males in Pediatrics :) Thoughts?

    xoemmylouox replied to hrawlins's topic in Pediatric

    I don't see why being a male in these specialties would hurt you. In fact it may set you apart. As for being a new grad.. Hopefully (crosses fingers) in 3 years nursing will look a lot different and a...
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    Manifesting job offer by ordering new scrubs.

    xoemmylouox replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    We are getting some great news on here.. Lets keep it
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    Shockingly Humbled

    xoemmylouox replied to canesdukegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Fantastic
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    Scripted responses to difficult phone conversations with patients

    xoemmylouox replied to BlueLightRN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Sometimes there is nothing you can say or do to calm them down. I've had MD's and my manager get on the phone to just become so fed up with the verbal abuse they disconnect the call. I have found most...
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    Nurse to Patient Ratio in a SNF

    xoemmylouox replied to 1mommy03's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Most states do not have a nurse-patient ratio laws. That does not mean it is right. You need to voice your concerns and perhaps start looking for a new job
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    Facility does not use patient arm bands

    xoemmylouox replied to ICUNurseStat's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I would definitely talk to admin/DON about this. You can make suggestions. I would think if nothing else pictures in the MAR is a start (just make sure they are updated and actually look like the...
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    "I don't want him as my nurse"

    xoemmylouox replied to libran1984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I haven't been in pain that I would rate 15/10 or 10.5/10, but I'm due to deliver any day now so we'll see how that goes
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    the number of over-weight and obese nurses continues to increase

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

    I agree. I'm tired of being over weighed..
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    "I don't want him as my nurse"

    xoemmylouox replied to libran1984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with Stargazer.. The scale can be very helpful, but only when the patient/nurse communicate well. I try to not let the little things bug me. More often than not when I'm "fired" by a patient...
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    15 month old getting 750mg Rocephin

    xoemmylouox replied to RaleighNurse's topic in Pediatric

    I have given plenty of rocephin. I would have split the dose and give it in the thighs as
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    Advancing as an LVN/LPN

    xoemmylouox replied to txnurse66's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I can understand that. I've thought about and am nervous about it too. Being a "new" grad
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    Lpn refresher course in georgia

    xoemmylouox replied to Bombchelle84LPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    GA seems to be the most difficult state to endorse to in general. You must go to the state for your finger printing, the BON is impossible to talk to, you get different answers each time you ARE able...
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    Advancing as an LVN/LPN

    xoemmylouox replied to txnurse66's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You can always work towards your
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    Is there life after medicaid fraud ?

    xoemmylouox replied to fightALS's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    You might never be able to work with Medicare/Medicaid patients again. That still leaves plenty of other jobs: education, private insurance nursing staff,
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    Can a diagnosis of a mental illness potentially harm your chances of getting a job?

    xoemmylouox replied to BlackBettyRN,OCN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Sometimes your BON can be difficult when it comes to mental illness. Your employer typically not unless you share the
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    Manifesting job offer by ordering new scrubs.

    xoemmylouox replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck to you
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    Trouble transferring my NY LPN to PA

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

    Unfortunately this seems to be happening more and more. Each state has their own requirement, and they can change those requirements at any time.. Best of luck to
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    Is there such a thing?

    xoemmylouox replied to OCRN3's topic in General Nursing

    Management isn't always all you think it is. At my employer there is NO room for advancement. I want more experiences and feel like I am at dead end as well. I hope to be working elsewhere in the next...
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    Just tired

    xoemmylouox replied to lauriepat's topic in Health, Stress Management

    It's tough when it feels like you're the only one who cares. All I can say is document well, CYA, and make sure you have
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    Is one year of ICU experience enough?

    xoemmylouox replied to mell260's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You can always try a new specialty. I have heard it is hard to get a job in Cali so perhaps try getting a job before
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    latex allergy holding me back

    xoemmylouox replied to horse_des's topic in General Nursing

    I've never heard of anyone being denied a job because of an allergy.. Crazy especially since it was a "latex safe" facility! Keep looking for another job.. These are just tough times right
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    How was your day?

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

    I busted out the Oreos lastnight in preparation for the week to come