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  1. Misdemeanor paraphernalia

    richnurse828 posted a topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I’m a RN in TN who recently had a Class D misdemeanor for paraphernalia in another state. This was reduced by the way from a misdemeanor for possession of marijuana. I was searched on my way back...

  2. Misdemeanor paraphernalia

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Yes I was searched during the traffic stop. What would you suggest I do? I’m going to talk to some attorneys

  3. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have been working at this snf a little over a year now and I am quickly losing faith in this whole profession. Firstly, I am a white male somewhat new grad with Filipino bosses and coworkers....

  4. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Indeed I will admit that my conduct was inexcusable. I should not have called the resident that word and I will have to learn and do better from now on. Regarding the lunch issue, it really is hard...

  5. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    After talking with my lawyer, it turns out I am eligible for a substantial sum due to all of my missed breaks, etc. under state law if it is not possible for a worker to take a lunch break or the 10...

  6. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That doesn't make sense. Did you even read my posts? I was being forced to do the 2000 med pass for two nurses. How can I ethically be responsible for doing that? It's not possible and my DON even...

  7. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well, as if this situation couldn't get any stranger...the other day I get a call from that sister facility and they want me to come work for them. I'm thinking this is really strange bc there is a...

  8. New RN - First nursing job in LTC and I feel like I'm drowning!!

    richnurse828 replied to knitnurse72's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Welcome to the wonderful world of ltc. Try not to beat yourself up too much bc their expectations really are impossible. Basically the number one thing that the mgmt cares about from nurses is...

  9. Problems at the SNF

    richnurse828 replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well it finally happened. I got fired. Here's what happened: the other night I was working, had an admit to do,etc. it was just me and 2 other nurses in the whole facility, no supervisors, no tx...

  10. ADD and social anxiety need advice

    richnurse828 replied to wannabeeverything's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    well said, Chaya. I'm unfortunately in the same boat. It amazes me that no one (it seems) understands that social anxiety is a real disorder. Everyone just expects you to be as warm and outgoing as...