herring_RN ASN, BSN

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    Is there a nursing representative/lobbyist in washngton??

    herring_RN replied to californiadreaming's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    http://www.calnurses.org/nnoc/
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    Here Comes the Stimulus Money, Now Spend It Wisely

    herring_RN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Due to multiple payers and their changing contracts an expert nurse is spending time on authorizations and red tape. She should have the time to be a resourse for her staff. Later this year when I'm...
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    Here Comes the Stimulus Money, Now Spend It Wisely

    herring_RN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The title of this thread says it all. Information technology can help with storing and retrieving patient records. And prevent having to read handwriting. But it must not supercede the judgment of a...
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    Can a patient refuse sedation?

    herring_RN replied to Web-G.I.nurse's topic in Gastroenterology

    I had a flexible sigmoidoscopy without anesthesia. Last time for a colonoscopy the MD suggested a CRNA. I paid an extra $100.00 because insurance didn't approve it. I am glad because I want a...
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    UAN/NNOC/MNA Form largest RN Union in History

    herring_RN replied to RN Power Ohio's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    an rx for nurses -- and us, too ...the alliance, for instance, is seeking tighter limits on the number of patients that individual nurses in hospitals and clinics are assigned to care for, and other...
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    Socialist healthcare "horror story"

    herring_RN replied to Chico David's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm glad that many, perhaps most people, get adequate care with health insurance. I think nurses and other edicated people may have an easier time dealing with such events as denials due to not...
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    A universal single-payer, not-for-profit healthcare system could help lift tens of mi

    herring_RN replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Perhaps the main criticism is idealogical. I would rather try to improve healthcare for everyone. I think it is my moral duty as a nurse. If one idea is impractical please help with your
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    A universal single-payer, not-for-profit healthcare system could help lift tens of mi

    herring_RN replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I don't have the time or patience right now. Not good at "sound bites" either. Good reading for someone who is inclined to learn more here is anothe beginning link:...
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    The Economy and cutbacks.........

    herring_RN replied to Andy S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Here is another discussion on this topic. It must be common this week:
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    "LPNs should be done away with altogether"

    herring_RN replied to missjennmb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    During the 19 years I worked med-surg as an LVN I didn't think I was being taken advantage of. But I was. I was even told they wouldn't trust 'other LVNs' so I had to do it. I was being forces to work...
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    Are any other hospitals taking "Proactive" steps against the economy??

    herring_RN replied to LadyTiger44's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Definition of hypocritical (adjective) two-faced; deceptive; duplicitous; insincere: http://www.english-test.net/gmat/vocabulary/words/061/gmat-definitions.php#hypocritical...
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    "LPNs should be done away with altogether"

    herring_RN replied to missjennmb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Some hospitals put LVN/LPNs in the position of having to assume the responsibility for patients because the RNs are too busy for clinical supervision. These LVNs are being
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    Assignment Despite Objection Form

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

    it should be illegal to retaliate against a nurse for reporting unsafe conditions. the form is your proof that you notified your employer that your judgment is that the assignment is unsafe. it then...
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    UAN/NNOC/MNA Form largest RN Union in History

    herring_RN replied to RN Power Ohio's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    nurses unions to combine ... the move is more of an amalgamation than a merger, because the three unions will maintain their identities, but the new group is intended to give union-represented nurses...
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    10 Excellent Reasons for National Health Care

    herring_RN replied to herring_RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The author regarding profit and organ transplants: http://www.liberty-page.com/issues/healthcare/organs/main.html I'm really sorry your loved ones suffered. I know of tragis deaths I think could have...
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    "LPNs should be done away with altogether"

    herring_RN replied to missjennmb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Aside from the very important legal scope of practice concerns I don't think hospitals are using LVNs correctly at all. Some make the interchangable with RNs. Others have them function like aides, not...
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    unsafe staffing

    herring_RN replied to sockov's topic in General Nursing

    Well we have an RN union. Management knows the next step would be all the staff signing an "Assignment Despite Objection" form. This places the responsibility on the facility NOT the nurse. Here is a...
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    Developed for someone you're bound to know!

    herring_RN replied to mizfradd's topic in Nursing Humor

    For the opposite problem Employee Happiness Kits
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    unsafe staffing

    herring_RN replied to sockov's topic in General Nursing

    I learned to say, "I would if I could but I can't accept the assignment because to do so would place my patients at risk." or "I cannot accept the assignment because there is not enough staff to...
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    Health Provisions Slipped into Stimulus Package

    herring_RN replied to CinnScorpStudent's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm leery because I've seen electronic medical records poorly designed and/or implemented. It can be helpful or
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    Health Provisions Slipped into Stimulus Package

    herring_RN replied to CinnScorpStudent's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Please read the bill. It is
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    unsafe staffing

    herring_RN replied to sockov's topic in General Nursing

    Here is the California BRN advisory on abandonment. http://www.rn.ca.gov/pdfs/regulations/npr-b-01.pdf If you don't have a contract with an RN union I suggest writing two identical letters to a...
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    LIFE photo essay: Maude Callen, Nurse Midwife

    herring_RN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Nurses! Good for all of us! Our work is vital. Caring + education + advocacy = nursing. We have many unsung
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    Health Care Reform---If You Were Congress

    herring_RN replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    last saturday i called medicare because my husband received two statements of payment for the same visit to the eye doctor. they had different reference numbers and payment dates 2 days apart. i was...
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    Health Provisions Slipped into Stimulus Package

    herring_RN replied to CinnScorpStudent's topic in Activism, Healthcare