*bettie*

*bettie* has 1 years experience.

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1. Sticky situation help!

   *bettie* replied to freespirit2's topic in Long Term Acute Care

   When I was a new nurse, this happened to me. A nurse was upset that I got the hall she wanted and changed the count, I was too naive to look at both the card and the book, it was my first job, and no...

2. leaving meds at bedside

   *bettie* replied to rnto?'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

   "I've talked to my superiors about it, they just brush it off. To me it's a big deal!" You are absolutely correct inyour thinking. If you sign off on it, then it is your responsiblity and your...

3. how to be a great supervisor?

   *bettie* replied to *bettie*'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Thanks for all the wonderful input so

4. how to be a great supervisor?

   *bettie* posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Hello! I would like to ask input from those experienced nurse supervisors who can offer insights in the area of CNA supervision. I am referring to getting the best from the staff, inspiring, etc. I...

5. Want to hear your pet peeves in LTC nursing

   *bettie* replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   umm, forgive me, but what is ) having to do mmse on pts with

6. waiting for full time

   *bettie* replied to tish123's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   yes, you might consider exploring other locations to fill in your hours. You might find you are just as happy there. Also, it is human nature to want what one can't have, so getting a full-time offer...

7. Interventions for a Terrified, Disoriented Resident

   *bettie* replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   I have a little experience with this type of population, and I agree with the assessments suggested so far. One other med to consider is haldol- limited basis. I also use distraction, simple tasks...

8. Pulse Oximeter

   *bettie* replied to RiverNurse's topic in General Nursing

   I thank you for raising legal concerns. I am going to be doing home health for the first time, and my inital thought was my liability for not testing, supplying the equipment if nesscessary. I think I...

9. does anyone know what 7 variables of a symptom are?

   *bettie* replied to *bettie*'s topic in General Nursing

   thank you for helping me!

10. RNs caught lying

    *bettie* replied to inland18mempire's topic in General Nursing

    i completely agree that if you are not charting accurately- that is a lie and also against laws, policy and licensing rules. i am a new rn- wet behind the ears- literally one day into patient care...

11. does anyone know what 7 variables of a symptom are?

    *bettie* posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know what 7 variables of a symptom are? I have to do an EENT SOAP note, and I can't find this in my textbook....can anyone assist? I just graduated AASN, and decided it would be a...

12. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    *bettie* replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    thanks kedamia05 i took my test on wednesday morning, and i am in ohio, so it's posted quickly. my friend called me this morning and woke me up to ask if i had looked on the ohio bon website----- i...

13. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    *bettie* replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    kedamia05, What were your thought about the test this time- how many questions, how do you think it went, any thoughts for those of us taking it soon-- like what kind of mix were the questions...?...

14. Stress? How does 28 years later ...and FINALLY sitting for the NCLEX sound?

    *bettie* replied to OldButCuteBSNStudent's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Persistance is the key to all good things in life! Nice

15. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    *bettie* replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi to all! I started last wednesday, a week post graduation delivery of my ATT- with high adrenaline for my scheduled exam 7 days later. Now, it's Sunday midnight and I am feeling a little less bold!...