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  1. NSCBN: Social Media Guidelines for Nurses

    DroogieRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Hoe exactly does the BON define "moral turpitude"? I'm honestly curious. I'm careful with social media and don't think I'm committing "moral turpitude," but I'd still like to know what it is or have...

  2. I start my MSN program next month....getting scared.

    DroogieRN replied to Jory's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Oh gosh, these are my sentiments exactly. I'm older too and assembling all my stuff to begin the journey come January. I'll be working full-time as well. No solutions, but you are far from

  3. Why do some RNs hate this?

    DroogieRN replied to nursingstudent2458's topic in General Students

    One thing that is only sort of OT: that is one reason nothing on my car says "nurse" or RN -- so if I have to take it in to the shop, I won't be hosed simply because the perception is that I make the...

  4. Code Blue Announcement

    DroogieRN replied to airborneinf82's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    At my old hospital, a code blue was called overhead with the room number "scrambled" in such away that only staff (supposedly) knew what it was. At my new facility, codes are called with unit only,...

  5. The only skill I don't understand is BLOOD PRESSURE!

    DroogieRN replied to sakiohma's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Besides a good stethoscope, make sure you palpate the brachial pulse first and place the diaphragm over that. Sometimes it's not where you think it should

  6. Three more weeks of orientation...

    DroogieRN posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    ...and then I'm on my own! I'm terrified! I've been a nurse for two years, and I'm thrilled to be in ICU. My preceptors have said that I'm doing a great job and I'm exactly where I should be, but I...

  7. Never placed an IV!!!!!

    DroogieRN replied to LoriZ342's topic in General Nursing

    My nursing program was wonderful and we didn't get to do venipuncture. We had an in-service during hospital orientation and then, once hired, we were expected to look for opportunities to practice,...

  8. Taking NCLEX-RN in 6 days..

    DroogieRN replied to mgp6's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think you have it in the bag. I didn't do half as much and passed the first time with 75 questions. I also scored a 99% probability of passing on the ATI. Try not to psych yourself out. Do less...

  9. Consult yelled at me for giving pen pain meds...

    DroogieRN posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    How do I handle this? Patient in pain, neuropathy and decubitus ulcers, confused, crying out in pain when meds wear off. Pulmonologist aggravated (at me!) for giving prn pain meds, saying it...

  10. I'm tired of it!

    DroogieRN replied to sunnyskies9's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I never say it.

  11. New grad living in misery r/t nurse managers and educator

    DroogieRN replied to maxdog's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your first sentence had a very telling phrase: high turnover.... I have no real advice, just that sometimes the culture of a facility does not lend itself to a good work environment, union or not....

  12. Coworker nurse trying to ruin my reputation...

    DroogieRN replied to HM7380's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Agreed. My point was that one does not have to incur actual loss but that the potential for loss is

  13. Coworker nurse trying to ruin my reputation...

    DroogieRN replied to HM7380's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think you don't necessarily have to prove a loss with a slander/defamation charge; there is also "defamation per se," which I think basically means the rumors have huge potential to cause you big...

  14. Being Naked Where I Work: A Nurse With Cancer

    DroogieRN replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    God bless, Ruby! You rock! And if your hospital is a good one, I can't think of better folks with whom to get

  15. Favorite things you bought during RN school to help your studies?

    DroogieRN replied to northmississippi's topic in General Students

    A massive amount -- literally, thousands -- of large index cards. Highlighters -- I used a whole one every day. Mechanical pencils -- for some reason, a #2 mechanical pen il was so much easier / more...

  16. Should i go over my manager's head

    DroogieRN replied to Ladybluebell's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I went over my manager's head once, for reasons unrelated to the things you mention. It had to be done and I don't regret it; in fact, I wouldn't change anything if I had it to do again. Oh, did I...

  17. Clinical Site with criminal background

    DroogieRN replied to Mechelle101's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Wow, really? "Only God can make final decisions... ." Check. "Head held high... ." Excellent. Good for you. True, BONs look at each individual, and maybe sometimes a felony conviction doesn't...

  18. Clogs vs sneakers vs walking shoes, which one?

    DroogieRN replied to Barnstormin' PMHNP's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love my Danskos for standing but I worked Tele and sometimes walked 12 miles in a day, and they're heavy. I alternate between my Nike Shox and another pair of Asics running shoes. Whatever shoe I...

  19. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    DroogieRN replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I feel the same way. Seems as though she is being blamed because she was bullied. I could be reading it wrong, but that's how it appeared to me. Having been the victim of "lateral violence" myself,...

  20. What disorders did you diagnose yourself with in Nursing School?

    DroogieRN replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    DVTs, ALS and every blood dyscrasia in the

  21. New nurse here. How do I overcome a suspension from work?

    DroogieRN replied to BradenRN30's topic in Nursing Career

    First things first, you have learned from your mistake, and you need to re-gain your confidence! I agree that might be hard if you believe you have someone breathing down your neck. I am finding it...

  22. I think I've decided to go the ASN route

    DroogieRN replied to ryanalice's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I had a Bachelor's degree before nursing school as well, and I chose an ADN program. No debt, and hospitals here don't pay more for for a BSN, nor do they have a hiring preference. I still plan to...

  23. New grad, charge nurse. Doable?

    DroogieRN replied to Knewnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I've been a nurse about two years and I hate being in charge. Everyone (docs too) expect you to have all your ducks in a row and don't have a lot of patience if you don't know whatever it is they...

  24. Fast Food Medicine.

    DroogieRN replied to rnjlin's topic in Emergency

    So beautifully

  25. Is turning dying patients comfort care or not?

    DroogieRN replied to C0252786's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Is it true that sometimes turning hastens death? Heard an old story about a nurse who used to turn pt's onto their left side to help them go faster... 8-0. I understand the physiology of that and so...