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    I figured out what my unit manager job really means.

    nyteshade replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In my opinion, MDS is a full-time job, unit manager is a full-time job, and floor nurse is a full-time job. It shouldn't be a "hybrid job". I honestly don't know what to say...hopefully you can make...
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    when did you know whether you would like your job?

    nyteshade replied to ajaxgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I leave when the culture is
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    subjective versus objective data

    nyteshade replied to RNstudentc/o2010's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would write option
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    New RN Student

    nyteshade replied to nursingstudent714's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yes! If whatever you did worked in A&P, do that for nursing too. Doing well in A&P is a pretty good indicator...good luck!
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    Help with remembering Drugs.....

    nyteshade replied to KendiKay's topic in General Nursing

    I do not really know of any good memory aid books, but I think the best way to study for pharm is to know each class pretty well. Individual drugs become easier to learn once you know what the entire...
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    Death of the Physical Assessment

    nyteshade replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    At least the OP had that much, last exam I had I got a pat on the back! "Coniecturalem Artem Esse Medicinam" So very, very
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    Hesi a2 exam help needed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    nyteshade replied to tooky's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Ok can someone please tell me exactly this HESI exam tests for? When I was in school, we took the NET (nurse entrance test). Is the NET phased
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    GN's paid more than experienced staff is this typical!

    nyteshade replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, I've personally dealt with this! It is an insult to those who have poured out years of service. I got another one for ya...how about the new employee that gets "employee of the month" and...
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    Can you get into nursing school with a D for A&P1?

    nyteshade replied to ryangogogo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    uh
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    Why do many nurses look down on LTC?

    nyteshade replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ah don't worry about them, they just can't hack
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    I work with some immature nurses.

    nyteshade replied to RN1982's topic in General Nursing

    Amen!
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    Do new grad have a limited shelf life

    nyteshade replied to hatingthewaiting's topic in General Nursing

    That's a good question...once employers start hiring new grads again, they are probably going to ask you what have you done to stay current...I would look into a med-surg refresher if it's been more...
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    NLCEX-style Qs, website for those that are newbies to the nursing program

    nyteshade replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    I've learned the most from those
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    Insurance

    nyteshade replied to THAT Nurse.'s topic in General Nursing

    Try NSO (nurse service org). I've been with them for years. Easy to talk to even when I got an attorney's letter in the mail. No problems. The site is www.nso.com I look for customer service, ease...
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    State showed up today.

    nyteshade replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Gotcha! Yeah, our cheapie tracking program is like that too. The higher-ups don't want to buy a better
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    Ideals vs Reality for the Aspiring Nurse

    nyteshade replied to Peige's topic in General Nursing

    I could think of many, many difficult situations you will wade in...if not be in over your head...The fact of the matter is that you are there to provide support, comfort, and skill. You must try to...
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    State showed up today.

    nyteshade replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    By the way, did you mean the QI report? No program to track these numbers??!! Eeek! Get together with your MDS nurse and
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    State showed up today.

    nyteshade replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    After reading many of your posts (enjoyable I might add) I think you got this one under control. Good luck! We are expecting "them" anytime
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    Elective C-sections- moms idea or the providers?

    nyteshade replied to JulesNC's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Funny you bring that up...I haven't had any babies yet, but most of my co-workers have had their first baby within the last 3 years. They all mentioned that the doc suggested c-section R/T pelvic...
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    Need guidance

    nyteshade replied to Dnunez001's topic in General Nursing

    private message
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    Is This Discrimination?

    nyteshade replied to kemkem's topic in General Nursing

    I would request to see a written policy about this. I would then call an
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    Help! Feeling frustrated & overwhelmed!

    nyteshade replied to Shyred's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What you did sounds ok to me. I've had to put in foleys in place of PEGs when the patient rips them out. I've never measured the external length. I just chart whatever FR it is, and cc in balloon....
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    One Full nursing Diagnoses

    nyteshade replied to jistravel's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    http://nursing-concept.blogspot.com/2009/02/free-nursing-care-plans-based-on.html Try that. Is the delayed surgical recovery a new diagnosis? Think about impaired mobility as well. I don't know if...
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    How to Show Others You Are Happy While Working...

    nyteshade replied to abundantjoy07's topic in General Nursing

    Now that's thinking like management! LOL!
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    How to deal with a nurse that acts immature?

    nyteshade replied to scorp2580's topic in General Nursing

    I've dealt with the OP's problem, but they weren't new