JadedCPN BSN, RN

Pediatrics, Pediatric Float, PICU, NICU

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    New Grad Nurse Arrogance

    JadedCPN replied to gizmojamz's topic in General Nursing

    This might be my favorite advice
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    How long have you been a nurse

    JadedCPN replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    13 years - just counting down until I fulfill my lifelong career goal of becoming a
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    Mad props...

    JadedCPN replied to PiperLambie's topic in Emergency

    That's awesome that you got that experience/perspective. I think everyone should get the opportunity to see "the other side" to understand what it is like - ER nurses to see what a full medsurg...
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    You COBs Were Right After All

    JadedCPN replied to evastone's topic in General Nursing

    I believe I was a COB in a previous life, and strive to continue to be one in this
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    Can posing for a magazine on the side negatively impact me getting a job?

    JadedCPN replied to alittlepatience's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

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    Poor attendance in past hurting future

    JadedCPN replied to WildWillows's topic in Nursing Career

    Years ago at my first nursing job I maxed out on FML which ultimately led to me having to resign in lieu of termination. When filling out job applications, I put reason for leaving as an acute health...
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    Can posing for a magazine on the side negatively impact me getting a job?

    JadedCPN replied to alittlepatience's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have absolutely positively no problems with Playboy or anyone who chooses to pose in Playboy - I think as a society we are way too uptight about the naked body and way too judgmental. That being...
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    How do you change a diaper without waking a baby up?

    JadedCPN replied to wingingit's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Spoken like a true pro! Like others have said, I can't imagine why they actually need their diaper changed Q1H. I've had orders for Strict I&O per policy, which means we are checking for a wet...
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    Bradycardia vs Tachycardia

    JadedCPN replied to hanakimi4's topic in General Nursing

    Assuming this is a homework question like it appears to be, how about you tell us your thoughts
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    What nursing specialty has the best work life balance?

    JadedCPN replied to dianearc's topic in General Nursing

    Just as a side note, your working of 56 hours is completely your doing (assuming it isn't mandated) and this will follow you into ANY position you move to, regardless of the specialty, if you aren't...
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    Starting new job

    JadedCPN replied to freckles23's topic in General Nursing

    I think if you were able to safely provide care to NINE patients a shift and keep them alive, you will be fine!! The fact that you recognize and are aware that you may have learned short cuts that you...
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    Big move after graduation

    JadedCPN replied to guest547's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If you are looking to work as an RN and a new grad, you will find the Houston area is extremely competitive when it comes to new grad RN jobs. Your prior experience in other healthcare roles may give...
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    Need compensation advice at my job

    JadedCPN replied to Aliens05's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, exactly this which is unfortunate to an extent. But I learned this after staying loyal to my first company for 8 years - boy what a difference switching jobs made. And even at my current company...
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    Didn't scan a narcotic at bedside

    JadedCPN replied to Hailbop16's topic in General Nursing

    My only advice to you is to change your mind from being "pretty sure" you gave the med, to being completely confident you gave the med. Reporting to the DEA for one offense seems a little extreme, so...
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    When they're SO sure they're right...

    JadedCPN replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    That nurses are "Born Not Made." I'm sure I've got a ton of real-life examples, but that statement is currently holding all the space I have in my brain for ridiculousness at the
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    Weird actions that are out of nursing scope

    JadedCPN replied to AriRN36's topic in General Nursing

    If it sets your mind at ease some, scroll through your state's BON website and see the reasons why nurses have lost their license - most of it involves diversion of medications. In regards to giving...
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    Is it jealousy ??

    JadedCPN replied to JaxsRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This may be the single greatest gem I've ever come across on
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    Help!! New nurse that hates Med/Surg!

    JadedCPN replied to M0nk3y007's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't think there's anything wrong with not liking Med-Surg and wanting to go into the specialties you mentioned. However, the specialties you mentioned usually require some sort of experience to...
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    SHHHHH, dont tell anyone I'm a RN

    JadedCPN replied to Barbie8808's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    That's really the underlying concern that stands out to me. If OP is going to be unethical/dishonest about something like this, makes me wonder how they will react if they make a med error or a...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    JadedCPN replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    When a parent allows their non-toddler aged (aka old enough to know better) child to act out towards staff by hitting, punching, biting, using inappropriate language, etc. Even worse when they allow...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    JadedCPN replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    Patients/families who press the call light several times within a 15 minute period to have me bring them something instead of just having me get it all at once. Parents who stop being parents...
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    New Grad Orientation Contracts

    JadedCPN replied to Kaiyas's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This!! Perfectly
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    Secondary IV infusions

    JadedCPN replied to eiwneon's topic in General Nursing

    This is how we do piggybacks in my
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    Leaving Nursing

    JadedCPN replied to KSjo88's topic in General Nursing

    This post here makes it seem very clear that it is not nursing as a profession but is, in fact, your particular unit. Take a break if you want, but I think you'd get a much clearer mind by simply...
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    Dealing with loss and grief

    JadedCPN replied to Whrn's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I took care of my mother when she was in home hospice, and it was an honor to do so but very, very emotionally draining. I too struggled with it especially when it came...