j621d

j621d

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  1. when you cant let it go (long vent after a crappy day)

    j621d replied to Sugarcoma's topic in General Nursing

    My take on what you have described is a bit different from the others. It doesn't sound as if the nurse had a vendetta against you, rather it sounded as if there may have been a "connection" you had...

  2. I'm a new care nurse

    j621d replied to fatima ezzahrae's topic in General Nursing

    You are not giving enough information about yourself. Based on the scant information, I gather you are not an RN or LPN. As a "care nurse" what are your responsibilities? It sounds like your job...

  3. Is bedside report a HIPAA violation with 2-4 patients sharing a room?

    j621d replied to Paulieg69's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    "Bedside" report doesn't mean you are literally at the bedside (maybe in some institutions it is). Use your nursing judgement! Outside the room, away from big ears, will be appropriate in some...

  4. applying for a new job-do I mention that I'm in grad school?

    j621d replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    You will not necessarily be leaving after 3 years. Things may change, they may create a position that you will be uniquely qualified for. I would make it a positive - any education is a

  5. Is it really worth it to get your bachelor in today's economy?

    j621d replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Students

    You will find that the younger students will be turning to you for nuggets of clinical knowledge. Your experience will enrich their learning. Kudos to you for taking the bold step of earning your...

  6. Going to an unaccredited school?

    j621d replied to SusGob711's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work, they will not allow non-accredited schools to use the facility for clinicals, and therefore will make it more difficult for those students to get hired, at least in this

  7. To all LTC and ALF staff: Thank you

    j621d replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    It's so easy to criticize and find fault in others. As I have gotten older I find myself either complimenting the individual (not necessarily nursing). I especially like to go straight to the...

  8. Thank you note.

    j621d replied to pretty70's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sure, the thank you card probably shoudl have gone out ASAP, but just go ahead and write a brief and sincere note such as 1uvakindmom suggested. It may be late, but it still shows good

  9. Going to an unaccredited school?

    j621d replied to SusGob711's topic in General Nursing

    Three words of advice: Don't do it. Always, always, always make sure your program is accredited by the NLN or

  10. Aww, I wish you could see it.

    j621d replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Cut and paste the URL here, if you can find

  11. Is it really worth it to get your bachelor in today's economy?

    j621d replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Students

    Get the BSN. I had a bachelor's in business and went back to earn my BSN (this was over 20 years ago and there wasn't any discussion of ADN vs BSN). I worked critical care straight out of school,...

  12. MSN courses online

    j621d replied to stitch702's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am currently enrolled at University of Central Florida's MSN (educator track), and anticipate graduation next semester. The program is online, however for a Health Assessment class I had to go to...

  13. Personal attack in progress note from physician

    j621d replied to finchfamily4's topic in General Nursing

    Hopefully, if you take it up the chain of command, someone from Risk Management will get involved, or maybe the hospital's

  14. Paper License....

    j621d replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think it's a big deal. I've been an RN for 25+ years and I have not needed to produce my copy. I started graduate school almost 2 years ago and I sent a copy of my license that I got from my...

  15. Personal attack in progress note from physician

    j621d replied to finchfamily4's topic in General Nursing

    Take it up the chain of

  16. LPN to RN, thinking of dropping out :(

    j621d replied to Shimmer580's topic in General Nursing

    Juliannc99 has given you lots of good advice. I would also add to her suggestion of answering questions you know first, I would suggest those questions that are long be skipped, too. I've taken...

  17. Considering Nursing as a Career

    j621d replied to shootingstar11's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure I would say you would "grow a set of *****," but you do learn to be assertive. I don't consider myself assertive, but when put in the position of standing up for the patient, I find...

  18. What to say to a nurse manager....

    j621d replied to aellisrn's topic in General Nursing

    In the past, if I wanted something, I would call the appropriate person, and in this case it would be the NM, on a weekly basis. It doesn't have to be a long phone call, just a "Hi, just checking to...

  19. This can't be right...

    j621d replied to neophyte's topic in General Nursing

    Under whose authority did she write orders? I have not worked in LTC, but I would think you still need a physician's order and signature. The PA works under the physician, and can write orders, but...

  20. I have to brag...

    j621d replied to EMSnut45's topic in General Nursing

    What a wonderful story! I think the take away message for all of us is, if you are in a managerial position, jump in and help your staff. In turn, they will walk on hot coals for you when you really...

  21. New Student, Need some survey questions answered by an RN. Help please!

    j621d replied to rooked's topic in General Nursing

    1.) What is your educational background? Bachelor in Business Administration, BSN, expecting MSN in December 2010 2.) How did you decide on your area of nursing? The hospital I work in as a nurse...

  22. AA to BSN or straight to BSN what should I do??

    j621d replied to cindybf's topic in Nursing Career

    Personally, I would go the BSN route. You will read many of the people on this board that are new graduates from ADN programs that are having a difficult time finding a job. I think more and more...

  23. Should tell 'em I am leaving in person, or email?

    j621d replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Emergency

    If you see yourself as a professional, then resign in a professional manner. In person would be best, but if circumstances make it difficult, make the phone call. Follow up with a letter, again...

  24. What do you call the Doc?

    j621d replied to Flipper911's topic in General Nursing

    "Jerk" sometimes (LOL), otherwise it depends on the situation. In front of patients or formal meetings, Dr.

  25. To call or not to call....

    j621d replied to aellisrn's topic in General Nursing

    If you call again, just ask for a date/time for an