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    I need to vent :(

    jadelpn replied to RN.amour's topic in General Nursing

    What about home health specific to breastfeeding support (become a lactation consultant) and well baby checks/new mom education and support? Also, to be part of post partum/OB unit to teach...
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    Another New Grad Nurse Dilemma: critical care nursing in IL.

    jadelpn replied to nataliyaslmn's topic in Critical Care

    I would take a job that would help to get you whatever you need to become a CCRN, and take the national exam. Once you get your EMT-B, see about then going on to your paramedic. See if that...
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    If you can't pass the NCLEX after three attempts....LVN license only!

    jadelpn replied to neonurse97's topic in General Nursing

    Because as it stands now, many facilities are requiring a BSN, as if ADN's are not "elevating the profession". However, ya'll take the identical NCLEX--heck, there are even some diploma programs...
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    A VERY frustrated nurse

    jadelpn replied to RNnewbie2014's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Op, bring the computer on wheels with you room to room. You need to do an assessment before you can do anything else. And monopolize your favorite tech for the first couple hours of your shift. "I...
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    If you can't pass the NCLEX after three attempts....LVN license only!

    jadelpn replied to neonurse97's topic in General Nursing

    Well, some take an NCLEX and pass in 78 questions, others 278. Some nurses who did amazing on the NCLEX are not great nurses in practice. And it can be the other way around, too. Some people don't...
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    What should I say about getting fired for family complaints?

    jadelpn replied to sissonrn's topic in General Nursing

    You mention that you are a 14 year nurse. In this same facility? Bottom line--They can hire 3 nurses for the wage that they are paying you--as a specialty nurse with 14 years of experience. So...
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    Unit Practice Council Haters?

    jadelpn replied to jrall60's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    A UPC can only suggest best practice for the unit. Then it needs to be backed by a policy. Then the policy needs to be approved through administrative functions. It can go back and forth as far as...
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    Long hair unrestrained at work

    jadelpn replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Eh, this is not a club, a social gathering, a fashion show--it is work. And for work, hair out of eyes and off of a patient I would think would be a goal. There are just as many really cute short...
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    Sorry, we must start you as a new grad.

    jadelpn replied to strawberryfields's topic in General Nursing

    OP, is a position in a hospital that important to you? Or do you like what you do at present? You could attempt a PRN position I a hospital if you are wanting that experience. A hospital is not a be...
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    Would I be wrong if...

    jadelpn replied to 2k15NurseExtern4u's topic in General Nursing

    OP, this may be a great paper idea for you! Seriously, as evidence based practice suggests that chest compressions are most important in the face of someone's heart stopping. So take the emotion out...
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    Critical thinking

    jadelpn replied to babbar's topic in General Nursing

    Not to be the spelling police, but hard to follow--(and I don't always spell well, either....) but if this is homework, you may want to spell check ETOH can be a chronic issue. I would look up...
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    Terrible write-up, can I survive?

    jadelpn replied to mammykats's topic in General Nursing

    If you can prove that it is something you did not do is the question. I would speak with your malpractice carrier. If you have a union, speak with your union rep. I do not know the details, however,...
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    I Have The Time and Other Lies

    jadelpn replied to Preeps's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The latest flavor of kool-aid. Perpetuated by managers who have no/little/long ago bedside experience. Whose goal is the bottom line. You don't need to care about your patients, just act like you...
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    Nursing Burnout

    jadelpn replied to CalenMay's topic in General Nursing

    First and foremost, it is highly unprofessional for you as well as your supervisor to post things on social media regarding your job, ESPECIALLY when you are naming the facility. That also applies if...
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    Black and Job Hunting

    jadelpn replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have a really ethnic sounding name. By sight, one would have a hard time distinguishing what my ethnicity is. I live in a fairly affluent area. But that makes me far, far from affluent. My...
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    Police Holds

    jadelpn replied to ICURN3020's topic in General Nursing

    This is sticky. The patient still has a right to privacy, regardless of their police situation. If the patient is already in police custody, but then come down with something that requires a visit...
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    Ask a question till reporting nurse can't answer one

    jadelpn replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    To combat this, we have a paper brain type paper that is given to each nurse on shift. It can be formatted to have all of the highlights on it. It has the room numbers, names, admitting diagnosis,...
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    Conflict of Interest

    jadelpn replied to jj1975's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    But you will be passing meds as an LPN, as that is your licensing title. Now you may in fact not be PAID as an LPN until Feb. 22nd. Additionally, starting on Feb 22nd, you also may find yourself...
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    At a loss...

    jadelpn replied to KJoRN81's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If you have to co-sign for this nurse, then observe yourself, otherwise, decline. I would think that all of the nurses on her shift would be advised to do the same. Otherwise, to ruin a nurse's...
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    New Graduate Nurse

    jadelpn replied to chrissy_65's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am not sure what you mean by aggressive. What role does the nurse play in your job? As a preceptor? Unless this nurse has control over your practice, go about your day. Leave it at the door...
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    Delegation

    jadelpn replied to chrissy_65's topic in General Nursing

    Depending on the scope of the LPN (which if you were one in the facility you are familiar) the LPN may have their own patients. If you re charge and making assignment, then the LPN (again, taking...
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    Help me understand the stigma Acute Care Vs. "The Rest of Them"

    jadelpn replied to SNBTaylor's topic in General Nursing

    There are many, many different areas of nursing. Some enjoy one thing over something else. There are nurses who can't imagine doing anything but long term care, and love it. I think that your...
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    Displaying credentials

    jadelpn replied to jetMA96's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Because "being part of the solution" is an illusion that most experienced nurses who have been with a facility for any length of time have figured out. Live and
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    Looking up patient after discharge

    jadelpn replied to TeenuhVo's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    You should not open up a patient's chart after discharge. Further, to use patient information for education purposes--does that require a special consent? In any event, once asking your instructor,...
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    Feb - Mar 2015 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    jadelpn replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Hi, I am from infection control,