BEDPAN76

BEDPAN76

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  1. And if we catch you smoking you'll be charge $25

    BEDPAN76 replied to Manatee111's topic in General Nursing

    Hmmm, maybe that's why I haven't found a job yet. 33 yrs experience and interviewing since December. Maybe the Febreeze isn't working. Any ideas? I know I have to quit but I can't do it now do to...

  2. ADHD nurse and Adderall

    BEDPAN76 replied to angeleyes123's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    DO NOT tell your job. It is none of their business. You are taking the med to control a pre-existing condition. It is really no different from someone taking Zoloft for depression or Glucophage to...

  3. Nurse-y cocktails?

    BEDPAN76 replied to klz0930's topic in Nursing Humor

    Bloody Mary and call it a

  4. can an unlicensed nursing assistant empty foley's?

    BEDPAN76 replied to believeallispossible's topic in General Nursing

    Don't see why not, as long as they have demonstrated that they know how to do

  5. Describe your dream LTC

    BEDPAN76 replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Happy Hour daily with wine, cheese, crackers, beer, chips, etc. And many mini-buses to take them on a ride, even if they don't get out.......Staff ratios of 5 CNAs per resident. Walk-in whirlpool...

  6. Things you only learn on the floor...

    BEDPAN76 replied to leonurse's topic in General Nursing

    And unfortunately, many of them are our co-workers and/or

  7. Nurses struggling with mental illness

    BEDPAN76 replied to Severina's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Cab, believe it or not I was STILL AWAKE when I read your reply to my post. I am dealing with some "issues" right now and have been experiencing some despair. Thanks to your reply, I feel like I...

  8. Nurses struggling with mental illness

    BEDPAN76 replied to Severina's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Cab, dear, hugs to you. I don't know what else to say right now. I am saying a prayer for you!

  9. got yelled at today- for volunteering

    BEDPAN76 replied to nurse441's topic in General Nursing

    I volunteered nearly 1000 hrs. in high school and it helped me get into nursing school later since my math and science grades weren't great. Fast forward to 20 years later, had moved to a new state....

  10. I finally have a job!

    BEDPAN76 replied to kfarinato's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wear jeans and a nice top. And,

  11. cardiac nursing--back in the day

    BEDPAN76 replied to surferbettycrocker's topic in Cardiac

    I remember in the late 70's the cardiac pts. were on a clear liquid diet and could NOT have ice water. Had to spend at least 3-4 days in CCU before they came out to the telemetry unit.

  12. How do you manage your anger and frustration at work?

    BEDPAN76 replied to ok2bme's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Find a paychiatrist that you think you could talk to. Start seeing him/her in their office and tell what you have told here. If you are lucky you will get a script for a low dose of an SSRI such as...

  13. Agencies and New Grads

    BEDPAN76 replied to Gem0607's topic in General Nursing

    Tell them you will do a home care case only. At least you will earn some $$$. Good luck to

  14. Calling to check on employment status?

    BEDPAN76 replied to Super_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, call them now. And let us know what happens. You have nothing to

  15. Need Help! Anyone in the healthcare field worked/lived in another country?

    BEDPAN76 replied to abo126's topic in General Nursing

    At the top right of the page, click on " region" and then click onto "international", and you will find nurses from Asia, UK and Canada. Good luck on your

  16. What to do?

    BEDPAN76 replied to LoveANurse09's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had my resume professionally done by Sears, several years ago and he keeps it on record so he can update it prn. You just talk to him about your experience and he takes notes and comes up with a...

  17. I'm getting this down

    BEDPAN76 replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sue, I will remember you in my prayers on Monday morning when you are trying to explain your rationale to TPTB. Seriously, I believe in your decisions 100%. I sound bitter because I have been bitten...

  18. I have a hunch about a patient and I cannot prove it!

    BEDPAN76 replied to WoofyMutt80's topic in General Nursing

    You are probably right. But, as you said, you have just started as a Medical Assistant. Trying to prove this will bring you more grief than you can ever imagine. Sad, but true. The docs will soon...

  19. perturbed by "Personal Inservice"

    BEDPAN76 replied to NurseNinaFla's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like typical LTC BS. Crap like this happens all the time. The only advice I can offer is to laugh it off and be glad YOU weren't on duty when that resident eloped. I've always seen the...

  20. Vent: Recognition from employer

    BEDPAN76 replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    At my former job, LTC, you could write ( or tell ) the social worker something good about another person. He would type them up and post on a bulletin board. Worked OK. No one "got" anything, which...

  21. Why????????

    BEDPAN76 replied to Virgo_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Don't forget what Leslie said about the 3 days and returning as skilled. The bottom line is always the money. Sad but true and probably one of the reasons I was terminated (don't you hate that

  22. Happy New Year from...

    BEDPAN76 replied to RNman09's topic in General Nursing

    Happy New Year and pray that I get a job soon!

  23. Hanging up my stethescope

    BEDPAN76 replied to sissiesmama's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Anne, Thanks for the update! Have had you on my mind lately..... Keep on visiting us and checking in. You are a great person and I for one value your opinions and advice!

  24. What pranks have you played on your boss?

    BEDPAN76 replied to systoly's topic in Nursing Humor

    Well. systoly, truthfully, right now I would like to play a prank on my former(as of today) DON that would involve her LOSING HER

  25. liability insurance-personal stories

    BEDPAN76 replied to bjaeram's topic in General Nursing

    When you carry malpractice, at least with NSO, you have $10,000 of legal protection if you have to go before your Nursing Board. Trust me, get the policy NOW!