systoly

systoly

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  1. What would you do

    systoly replied to SashaO's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'd feel good, because I got hired in spite of being out of state (must have presented one heck of a good interview) and because money does

  2. Tums makes GERD worse?

    systoly replied to Jenni811's topic in General Nursing

    As posted above, it is not beneficial when used as a stand alone, because of the rebound effect. However, if nothing else is on board, it's not beneficial to let the attack run its course either. Gerd...

  3. How about a reality show about Nurses....like "COPS"

    systoly replied to MouseMichelle's topic in General Nursing

    What facility would agree to have their staff to patient ratio and chronic presentation of unattainable goals on

  4. Pick and choose policy

    systoly replied to canesdukegirl's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That didn't work for me. Too ugly

  5. Interview of a nurse

    systoly replied to guest042302019's topic in General Nursing

    While there are a lot of these requests on this board, yours stands out. You took the time to fill out a profile (a cool one at that) and you gave us your background, two things I really appreciate....

  6. Okay this is a stupid question about me

    systoly replied to MouseMichelle's topic in General Nursing

    Michelle, I'm sorry for posting what was already said. I didn't intend to make you feel stupid. Sometimes someone else posts while you're typing yours and you don't find out about it until you post...

  7. Night shift, new grad - advice please.. ?

    systoly replied to Jamie P.M., RN's topic in General Nursing

    Here's a link to a wonderful article by one of the esteemed members of this board. The article is entitled "Night shift for newbies"....

  8. Okay this is a stupid question about me

    systoly replied to MouseMichelle's topic in General Nursing

    I'm very sorry, but we cannot give medical advice. I hope you feel better

  9. Help! Need advise! I just resigned!

    systoly replied to NrsKyssez's topic in General Nursing

    It's not fair, it's not right and it's not comfortable, but that's reality and you don't always have an escape. Besides benefiting you on a professional level, sticking it out will benefit you on a...

  10. What do you think?

    systoly replied to cherryblossom88's topic in General Nursing

    It's not a weight problem, it's an attitude problem. You explained facility policy to her and so you have done your job. Depending on the situation, I might have insisted (if not in place already) on...

  11. 12 hour shifts...3 is plenty

    systoly replied to joanna73's topic in General Nursing

    I agree completely. I'm not complaining either and it is my choice to work 12s, but having extra days off due to working 12s is not at all the same as taking off an extra day when working 8s. I did...

  12. LTC new nurse burnt out!

    systoly replied to mkahnlpn's topic in General Nursing

    You are giving a lot of info in your pro. I'm afraid this could come back to haunt you. Please consider changing your pro. In reference to your post, look at your heading. You speak of burn out, but...

  13. A Violation of Hipaa?

    systoly replied to subliminalvermilion's topic in General Nursing

    It all goes back to the patient. The patient (POA or guardian if applicable) has the right to determine with whom info is shared. Since most of the time we're not sure what the patient's wishes are...

  14. how do you chart your prn narcs

    systoly replied to mozella's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In the absence of facility policy and knowledge of your state regs, I'd be mostly concerned with inconsistencies. Why not ask the other nurses to show you an example of where they have done this and...

  15. RN doing HH for Family Member

    systoly replied to Marsden's topic in Home Health

    In my state, it is perfectly legal for a nurse to be assigned (by the agency) to care for a family member and I know of 2 cases like

  16. Is home health profitable?

    systoly replied to brotherbear's topic in Home Health

    When it comes to mileage reimbursement, it doesn't matter who pays for it, right? Invest some time and familiarize yourself with the tax laws, the IRS is much more generous than you might expect. It's...

  17. change over

    systoly replied to mozella's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked nights, 11-7 did all of it. The CNAs helped a lot and whatever we didn't get done on nocs was picked up by the sup or days. We mostly got it done

  18. High school student thinking of being a nurse

    systoly replied to NateH's topic in General Nursing

    I strongly believe respect is much more a result of one's actions than one's title or position. As you can see by the responses you're getting, you've already earned respect from a lot of the posters...

  19. what does it mean?

    systoly replied to kvd_RN's topic in General Nursing

    My interpretation: "We are looking for a long time relationship and we want you to be sure this is something you can be happy

  20. What would you have done?

    systoly replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    I guess today is as good as any day to get a talking

  21. Written up for a no call no show???!!!

    systoly replied to LUV ALZ's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Use the written warning as a tool. This is your chance to put in writing what actually transpired. eg. I understand the importance of good work ethics and I believe my record at this facility (3...

  22. What would you have done?

    systoly replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    Time to flee the

  23. What would you have done?

    systoly replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe mine was worse, maybe worst. Maybe it depends on how you interpret the OP. I happen to disagree with arguing and assisting being synonymous. I'm not going to stand by and try to explain the...

  24. What would you have done?

    systoly replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    This has nothing to do with pulling rank or another staff member being a low life (I was really sad when I read that). It has everything to do with protecting a pt. from further harm. Write up is not...

  25. Maybe I'm just old and cynical, but....

    systoly replied to KaroSnowQueen's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think the folks that are in it for reasons other than money are awesome. I want to work with all of them and get big fat raises every year since they won't be needing