wonderbee

wonderbee BSN, RN

critical care; community health; psych

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  1. Nurses with Arthritic Knees! What do you do for them?

    wonderbee replied to billjeff1's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I feel for you. It's especially dicey when a patient codes. You can get around the CPR class. Usually the manequins are on a table so I wouldn't worry. It's the real life situations that are tough....

  2. help with resume after career change to nurse

    wonderbee replied to anangelsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    I see no need to dumb yourself down. Knowledge of micro is an integral part of nursing work and you have it bigtime. Especially at a hospital, management knows they are hiring an RN in LPNs clothing...

  3. Very upset and depressed...almost got fired

    wonderbee replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How is it that you did not know this important policy and you were in charge? I would think this would be part of your orientation. You can't know what you're not taught. This is, IMO, a facility...

  4. Terminated.....stressed and relieved at the same time.

    wonderbee replied to Lorie P.'s topic in General Nursing

    There's no doubt we can be an opinionated bunch but I don't think that's what the OP came here for. Can we not kick someone when they're down? If the OP was your patient, would you still be so...

  5. CAN I GET FIRED???

    wonderbee replied to Poopsie Gigglebuns's topic in General Nursing

    Why would they fire you? That's what ST disability is for. The minute you present your restrictions you will not be able to work. Be prepared for that. Your management would appreciate a phone call in...

  6. Please help me convince my wife that she needs to return to nursing school...

    wonderbee replied to NIGHTWOLF87's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's wonderful you are so supportive. She doesn't need convincing. She needs conviction and she needs to come to her own decision in her own time. That's not something you or anyone else can...

  7. Hello Psych Nurses & Future Psych Nurses, Please Read

    wonderbee replied to little_miss_hulk's topic in Psychiatric

    I've been in psych for over a year now and now it is not by choice. I'm looking to get out and thank my lucky stars that I have solid med-surg experience. Either I'm a medication nurse or in charge....

  8. Terminated.....stressed and relieved at the same time.

    wonderbee replied to Lorie P.'s topic in General Nursing

    Now it's time to take care of yourself. I understand the sense of relief you must feel, and the sense of fear of the future you express also. Try to get some sleep and support. Rebuilding takes time....

  9. Nurses on immunosuppressives?

    wonderbee replied to LanaBanana's topic in General Nursing

    I took 2 courses of Enbrel, worked in the health care setting and sick kids (my grandkids) with no problems and used universal precautions in the workplace. This was my experience. Check with your...

  10. Why didn't someone bring in this up in school?

    wonderbee replied to Mslee533's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    When calling a physician, I will often have a suggestion ready and ask it in the form of a question. "Patient's HCT is 7. Do you want blood products? Packed RBCs?" I'll have a complete assessment in...

  11. Are casual staffers eligible for ST disability benefits?

    wonderbee posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work regularly as a casual staffer, usually putting in between 24-40 hours a week. Now I find I may need surgery and will at the very least be put on medical restriction. Does anyone here have...

  12. vent: no money = big screen tvs??

    wonderbee replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't having on-site laundry a health department

  13. sensitive person here, and re-entering nursing, how to grow a thick skin

    wonderbee replied to thekid's topic in General Nursing

    We do seem to be magnets for abuse and it's really hard to turn down the "oh that hurt" barometer. Everyone has a different set point. Patients rarely hit my sore spot. Neither do the doctors. It's my...

  14. The economy bit me

    wonderbee replied to EMSnut45's topic in General Nursing

    It doesn't sound like they've actually laid the OP off. No hours for a particular schedule doesn't equate to unemployment technically speaking but tell that to your empty wallet and bill collectors. I...

  15. For profit vs. non-profit facilities...

    wonderbee replied to ERRN324's topic in Nursing Career

    I've worked for both, currently working for a not-for-profit facility. Their bottom line is the same as the for-profit in my

  16. The Evil Empire Strikes Again

    wonderbee replied to lecavalier4's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Another Dark Sider here and it's getting darker. It seems like every day there's a new staff-slashing, cost-cutting, stress-mongering measure that increases the workload and makes absolutely no sense...

  17. Incident Reports and Staff

    wonderbee replied to drknyko's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    No need to read you the riot act. ANY saff member can put in an incident report. The first responder (in this case the LPN) would be the appropriate member. All you witnessed was patient on floor....

  18. Dialysis Clinic, Inc.

    wonderbee posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Does anyone have any experience with this organization? I'm sending an application. I'm an experienced nurse who still hasn't found her niche. I'd like to give dialysis a go. Any feedback on the...

  19. Dialysis Clinic, Inc.

    wonderbee replied to wonderbee's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I understand the nurse is responsible for 10 patients dialyzing at one time. That sounds like a lot compared to the reports of others. The shifts I'm being considered for are 12 hour shifts. I also...

  20. Almost finished and want to quit

    wonderbee replied to misplaced1's topic in General Nursing

    I think your insight into nursing in the current culture is right on point. No argument from me. That said, you're so close to completing your degree AND taking NCLEX. Get your degree and your license...

  21. What is Harlequin's Sign?

    wonderbee posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have an OB test on Thursday. What is Harlequin's sign as it relates to the newborn? The net is not helping me.

  22. Is nursing the hardest job you've ever had?

    wonderbee replied to linda2097's topic in General Nursing

    Hardest job I ever had was working the sandwich station at a MacDonalds during the lunch

  23. Past work history in hospital background check??

    wonderbee replied to CeceRN's topic in General Nursing

    A credit check is a good indicator of whether there are any tax liens that might be subject to garnishment. If your wages were being garnished, would you bother showing up for

  24. Lay Offs

    wonderbee replied to suni's topic in General Nursing

    I'm no economist and don't lay any claims to having an enlightened understanding, but isn't this more of a confidence issue? I'd like to hear a good message of hope like FDR's ..."the only thing we...

  25. Lay Offs

    wonderbee replied to suni's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing positions are here today, gone tomorrow. My facility is now experiencing direct care staff layoffs, including nurses. We lost a few nurses this past week and twice as many techs. I work for a...