JKL33

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  1. My state's form includes a specific bunch of ROS questions which the patient is to fill out ahead of the visit so that it can be reviewed by the provider. These don't exactly match up with the ROS...
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    First-Pass Medication Note

    Need more info. What is supposedly the purpose of this note? I haven't heard nurses refer to "first med pass note" over the
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    Was this a HIPAA issue?

    This is not a HIPAA violation and there is nothing that needs to be done about
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    HIPAA VIOLATION

    This is not a HIPAA
  5. No. The only thing for an RN to do with this form is put it in the provider's box so they can fill out the physical exam portion based on the exam they already did and sign it. It's worth...
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    Documentation suggestions

    I agree with the above. I will say those sounds like decent basic examples with the caveat already given above. A specific thing I would add to your hospital transfer template is the condition and...
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    not needing a booster after susceptible titer?

    It's weird that they had you get immunity testing in the first place if you met criteria for evidence of immunity (for example if you've had two age-appropriate doses of vaccine). Since they tested...
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    Do you feel pigeonholed by being a nurse?

    Have you reached out to businesses which might interest you to see if any entry-level positions available? For example, groomers and veterinarians in your area? There are a lot of jobs that would...
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    Do you feel pigeonholed by being a nurse?

    Can you give some examples of the types of non-nursing healthcare roles for which you are applying? I ask a bit out of pure curiosity but also because people may have some advice based on the jobs...
  10. Can you clarify this portion? Just making sure you are not making multiple pokes with the same needle. Should not be doing that but rather start with new needle if your attempt has failed at...
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    Home Health RN doing HHA visit?

    Can you specify abbreviations as used here? Is HHA home health aide? And what does M&E then stand for in this context? I probably can't answer your questions but more people may be able...
  12. I think you've been given some great tips and sounds like you know of improvements you can make. I wouldn't advise relying solely on experience without further comment or doing anything to highlight...
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    6 in a row new grad

    Oh geez. I know you're right but why are people so
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    6 in a row new grad

    I didn't want to be the one to say it but tbh I completely agree with the above. This is either a simple oversight or evidence of utter lack of care and concern right from the outset. Not good at all...
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    6 in a row new grad

    It will be a matter of approaching in a straightforward (confident/pleasantly expectant) and professional manner. "I need some help adjusting my schedule a bit. I want to make sure I have...
  16. That seems so strange to me, what with the massive nursing shortage and all. Really hard to believe that someone who "only" has 5+ years experience not causing trouble and coming in extra while being...
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    Can a RN legally supervise BSN's and MSN's?

    This concern demonstrates poor use of emotional energy. No, it is certainly neither illegal nor inherently unethical. You should discuss professionally with your supervisor if you have a specific...
  18. Oh, I know this; I have the answer! 🎉 Just follow these steps: 1. Pick either role. Maybe stay away from the one with the difficult administrator 2. Smile a lot and make sure to stay...
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    Provider X asks LVN to scan the meds X gave

    It would be a good idea to get with the medical director and talk it through and decide how the issue will be handled at your place overall. Nursing often perceives this stuff as strictly being about...
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    Provider X asks LVN to scan the meds X gave

    Does the provider have the same permissions in the EMR/eMAR and badging system as the nursing staff? If so, then they could indeed scan it. And should. In the acute cares I've been in where...
  21. Would love to know about your hiring contracts. I assume you are dealing in bona fide professional-level contracts, as opposed to at-will-employment-type
  22. Oh come now. 😂 Please understand that your comments are regarding an as-needed employee, which legally means the employer is hiring them for ONE day at a time. Yet turning around and requiring...
  23. Yes, but if other clients are not a part of the system that has banned you then they could grant you access. This doesn't sound like an Epic thing so much as a single company that won't let you access...
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    Aromatherapy blends - Input please?

    Ask where you can read more about this intervention and where you can receive the same information you would have available for any other substance you are expected to administer to patients (eg...
  25. What were the realistic alternatives in that scenario? Walk right straight out of the hospital? Say, "it wasn't me, it must have been some other nurse?" State "I gave her the med but I didn't put that...