xoemmylouox ASN, RN

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    What is a good health insurance for part time nurses?

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

    I agree with your dad that you need to carry health insurance. You just never know what could
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    Nurse Manager? (can't find a new job)

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

    I'd at least give it a try. The worst that can happen is they say the position has already been
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    Inservice ideas needed

    xoemmylouox replied to Disneywed's topic in General Nursing

    I agree do things that are relevant to the season. Also common sense things so they can become routine: what to do in a weather emergency, dealing with a dangerous patient, what to do in a medical...
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    Book recommendation?

    xoemmylouox replied to AMR21's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. She's a great
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    The right to refuse has so many interpretations

    xoemmylouox replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Brandon that it is poor nursing when a resident says no to a shower or meds for days and you don't try to be creative. Usually there is a reason.. The CNA is rough or they don't feel like...
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    The right to refuse has so many interpretations

    xoemmylouox replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    Wow.. I have certainly seen some scary posts. Patients have the right to make choices. We may not agree with them, but at the end of the day they can eat, smoke, drink, and stay in their rooms. My God...
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    Nursing facilities infested with bugs

    xoemmylouox replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    They may be there, but the facility needs to make sure pests do not take over. You shouldn't be seeing them everyday, all day long. Sure you'll have a quick infestation of ants, but they need to get...
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    What classmates say for shock value

    xoemmylouox replied to Alnitak7's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sounds like that person someone to ignore. We all have those 1 or 2 idiots that just love to drive you crazy and waste your time with this nonsense. We do not do anything like that here in the
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    Doubles

    xoemmylouox replied to nursedanny614's topic in General Nursing

    Don't feel bad. Doubles are tough, especially if you aren't expecting
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    want to quit 6 month job and get my old one back :(..work 2 contingents??

    xoemmylouox replied to NurseDevonL's topic in Nursing Career

    I'd see what the other interviews offer before you make any decisions. If you can find a job you'll be happier at, go to that job. Life is too
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    UMASS on Nurse Strike

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

    Well all have bills to pay and mouths to feed. As long as you are confident in your skills go for
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    A nursing student in need of some advice from elder nurses.

    xoemmylouox replied to richardgecko's topic in General Nursing

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    Bedside nurses and pregnancy

    xoemmylouox replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    I would think EMT's, Firefighters, Nurses, & CNA's are the most high risk groups due to heavy lifting. We had a patient who early into her pregnancy had to choose between keeping her job as an EMT...
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    What exactly do physicians do again?

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

    As mentioned before MDs do not have to be present for a code, just the orders. I have found if there is more than one MD present egos get in the way of patient care.. Sometimes it's best when they no...
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    Forgot to chart

    xoemmylouox replied to tbehlow's topic in General Nursing

    That's a terrible nightmare
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    Narcotic count

    xoemmylouox replied to newrn776's topic in Patient Medications

    Lesson learned. Also definitely don't trust this nurse. Sounds like a diversion tactic to me. It's tough especially when you are starting out. If you ever have a doubt, stop for a second and think...
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    How do you handle pointed questions from patients about your religious beliefs?

    xoemmylouox replied to grandpaj's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I think that is a great response, and a great way to follow up so their needs are
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    Coping Mechanisms- How do you cope?

    xoemmylouox replied to dstevens25's topic in Men in Nursing

    I spend time with my dog, hubby, or coworkers.. They all get stuck listening to me rant and/or cry. Also a good adult beverage or a good workout can do wonders. The most important thing is to figure...
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    hipaa

    xoemmylouox replied to rockdmag's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Well I don't see how that could be a HIPAA violation as the doctor was obviously involved in this patients care. As others have said it is more Likely they fired you for hurting his ego more than...
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    Infected Needlestick

    xoemmylouox replied to blessedRN29's topic in General Nursing

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    Has anyone ever reported SSI fraud on a patient?

    xoemmylouox replied to Mommy2be's topic in General Nursing

    Are you sure?? I think that unless you are VERY careful about details you might be in violation. If you decide to pursue this perhaps talk with a lawyer that has a hx with
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    Has anyone ever reported SSI fraud on a patient?

    xoemmylouox replied to Mommy2be's topic in General Nursing

    Well that is a new one for me. I wouldn't give out too much detail on here.. Hopefully someone on the board can be of some help. I will say I feel this way about some of the Medicaid patients we see....
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    Nurses who go on breaks during report

    xoemmylouox replied to cleback's topic in General Nursing

    That's insane. There is NO reason they should go on break before they report off. This needs to be addressed ASAP before something bad happens. I would talk to them first then move to management if...
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    Help! At my wit's end with reconstituting a med

    xoemmylouox replied to flyingchange's topic in Patient Medications

    I am more confused than ever... It has to be that we are making this more difficult than it is??Hopefully at some point you can get the prescribers office to call you back.. Perhaps the prescriber...
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    Got the job!

    xoemmylouox replied to mind_body_soul RN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congrats!!! Piece of advice: Don't be too hard on yourself in the beginning. It takes time to get into a grove.