chevyv BSN, RN

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    Ratios in acute psych

    chevyv replied to Lano1's topic in Psychiatric

    I work acute mental health and we are 1:8, more if admit is a bounceback (return within 30 days of
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    Would you work here?

    chevyv replied to ellieheart's topic in Psychiatric

    Sounds like my prior county job. I loved it! We did q 15min checks (which were delegated to CNA's usually though we did all dive in when needed), paper charting, medicare updates for billing, only a...
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    Ondansetron.... iv or im ..... doctor's prescription....

    chevyv replied to 2bNurse_kinjal's topic in Patient Medications

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    First Job, Nursing documentation

    chevyv replied to RN_Incredible's topic in Psychiatric

    Anyone who is brand new needs time to work on documentation. I used to read other nurses notes when I first started. That helped a lot. I also asked questions, lots of questions. Wording is very...
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    Please I need some advice..

    chevyv replied to lily_17's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Being happy is important to my well-being. If you can afford the cut in pay, I'd happily take it and
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    Can Psychology relate to nursing?

    chevyv replied to Beautiful_Soul's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I've been a mental health nurse for almost 5yrs now. If I could do it all over again, I would be a psychologist. I love my chosen field, but I'm busy all night with multiple pts at the same time....
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    Depressed about life choices

    chevyv replied to Dwilder's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a factory in ancient times making $6.25/hr. When I decided to become a CNA, I started at $6.27/hr. My boss at the factory told me not to do, I would never make it blah blah blah. I did...
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    case study

    chevyv replied to eliscar's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    John didn't have a good day......Does it get
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    Student nurse looking for advice on landing a job at a psychiatric facility

    chevyv replied to TheNew1's topic in Psychiatric

    I have worked in Behavioral Health for 5+yrs. It too is my calling. I have one concern and I apologize because it is not a popular thought. What happens when you struggle with your bipolar...
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    going to a job fair in scrubs?

    chevyv replied to STL2008, RN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I went to one in scrubs because I had to go right away to my job. I also manned a table at my current job (the same one I attended in scrubs). I can tell you what I thought about seeing someone in...
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    ANCC Mental Health Nurse Certification

    chevyv replied to kennybania's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes, they give you a print out when you check out. Good luck and let us know!! I recall some theory but a lot on ABC's and as a mental health nurse, safety is right up
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    Voluntary vs Involuntary Admission on Psych Unit

    chevyv replied to Dhingli's topic in Psychiatric

    There is one thing I wish my pts were told before they signed voluntary; the AMA process. Most think that they came in voluntarily and should be able to sign out just as quickly. Most get so...
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    Do you chart lies?

    chevyv replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    If I have a pt is restraints, they are on a 1:1. I work in acute mental health and we use 4 points not those nice soft padded ones. I also make sure to perform ROM q hr. As far as my CIWA pts go, I...
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    ANCC Mental Health Nurse Certification

    chevyv replied to kennybania's topic in Psychiatric

    I took the test a few months back. They reviewed my info in less than a week. It was fast and seemed to take less time than it took me to get it all together :) I posted about passing in another...
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    Did anyone find that their previous degree was harder that nursing school?

    chevyv replied to Nursetobe25's topic in General Students

    I was on the wait list for the RN program at the local tech school and decided to get a BA in Health Care Admin at a private college while waiting. I did very well in the BA and thought I it would be...
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    Drug testing in the work force

    chevyv replied to rebeccarcook's topic in General Nursing

    It's important in any field. They should randomly test anyone as often as they feel like it. Kind of don't have much of a choice if your employer wants it and you want to get/keep your
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    CNA before nursing

    chevyv replied to amandaamanda's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure if the thinking behind needing to become a CNA is really as thought out in real life as it looks on paper. I was a CNA for many years before becoming a nurse. The experience really...
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    What's Next

    chevyv replied to nette1022's topic in General Nursing

    I think by your post that giving up just isn't for you. Whether you can see it or not, you are a fighter. I have learned that just because we think that we are ready doesn't mean that the rest of...
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    Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

    chevyv replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm also in WI and can tell you that you should be able to find work. There are many hospitals that are going for BSN students, which makes sense in this market. I too am a ADN and was able to find...
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    Orientee Horror Stories?

    chevyv replied to megank5183's topic in General Nursing

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    Would you be insulted by this?

    chevyv replied to jannjul76's topic in General Nursing

    I would feel insulted but not surprised. I certainly wouldn't buy one even if they donated the money. I make donations yearly to foundations that are important to me. Guess I'd rather they just...
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    Outpatient Psych & Medical

    chevyv replied to bethjor's topic in Psychiatric

    I really like this idea! I think it makes following the pt so much better for the pt and the staff. Considering the close relationship of physical and mental health. We do not do this at the...
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    What if

    chevyv replied to Tussinsa's topic in General Nursing

    I would have looked in becoming a psychologist for
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    Passed My ANCC Certification :)

    chevyv replied to chevyv's topic in Psychiatric

    I used the PMHN Exam Secrets Study Guide by Mometrix. I'm not a good studier so I found this book very helpful. Cuts out the fluff and has some common sense tips at the end that really helped me to...
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    Calling in sick

    chevyv replied to texasmum's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for not going in and spreading it to everyone! I try to run away from my coworkers who come into work and tell me how sick they are. Go home, stay home! Be