Orange Tree

Orange Tree

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  1. Tell the CNA to clock out and go home

    Orange Tree replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How are the other nurses and CNAs going to react when their workload is suddenly increased because of a conflict between one CNA and one nurse? It seems like everyone would have to stand together for...

  2. Night shift Med/Surg CNA advice!

    Orange Tree replied to NaeRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Expect to be very busy, and remember that you are a CNA at work- not a nursing student. Most nursing students make excellent CNAs, but there are a few who spend their time trying to figure out why a...

  3. Spicing up Orientation!!

    Orange Tree replied to PICURNJessT22's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Are your retention issues directly related to the cliques? I've seen directors walk around passing out popcorn when what we actually need is adequate staffing. It was annoying, but it would have been...

  4. Are you in it for the money?

    Orange Tree replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I do like being a nurse, but I would be a veterinary technician if the pay was

  5. Nurses HELP ME pls

    Orange Tree replied to BelleNurseRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't doubt that the workload is unrealistic. That seems to be the case almost everywhere! I would find it very hard to justify staying four hours late, though. Is it possible that you could speed...

  6. UBC course load and an "exotic" part-time job.

    Orange Tree replied to exoticdancer90's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    I'm not buying it. I think you're having a bit of fun with

  7. Runny nose during shift

    Orange Tree replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing

    It happens to me too. I've just sort of learned to live with it although it is very inconvenient. I've been on several different medications, to see a ENT specialist, and even had a minor "procedure"...

  8. Brain Sheets?

    Orange Tree replied to julz68's topic in First Year After Licensure

    A lot of units have their own, so I would wait and

  9. Just let me be...

    Orange Tree replied to WldChrry's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I always say that people have a pecking order- just like chickens. We're constantly comparing ourselves to each other to see where we fit in. And often, when we care, we encourage each other to reach...

  10. LVN asked me my rate and told my trainer, which turns out its $2 higher

    Orange Tree replied to konoha's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    In the giant stack of papers you signed when you got hired, you probably agreed not to discuss your rate of pay. I'm not sure what happens when the rule gets broken, but most places do have the

  11. Please be prepared for your interview...

    Orange Tree replied to Larry77's topic in Emergency

    Maybe

  12. Attention All Nurses....

    Orange Tree replied to combsj25's topic in General Nursing

    I'm pretty much doing the same thing you are- just in a hospital

  13. Recruiter Asking For a Call After Interview

    Orange Tree replied to ClassyChristina's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations!

  14. Wasting

    Orange Tree replied to DeeDee_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You're new and you reported it to your preceptor. I'm guessing you'll be fine. But just in case, look out your window and make sure the cops aren't

  15. Nurse and CNA argument at the end of my shift

    Orange Tree replied to zippeh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sometimes you really plan to be somewhere in five minutes, but it just doesn't happen. Things change constantly. Priorities change constantly. A lot of tasks only take five minutes to complete, but it...

  16. Nurse and CNA argument at the end of my shift

    Orange Tree replied to zippeh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have a real problem with CNAs telling me what I need to do NOW. As a nurse, my priorities may be different than theirs, and some of them don't seem to understand that. I don't know anyone who likes...

  17. Typical Raise Schedule

    Orange Tree replied to RNemma's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I started at $21.00, before differentials, in south Texas. Our "normal" raises were yearly, based on evaluations, and very small (even for the highest evaluations). I got my biggest raise (about...

  18. Vent about scrubs

    Orange Tree replied to NellieRN10's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    If you can do your job in your scrubs without ripping them open, they're not too tight. I love grey's scrubs and probably wear mine bigger than most people do, but it's because I care more about...

  19. Constantly stays late

    Orange Tree replied to Ccymom's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Exactly. I rarely stay late, but I do have to cut a LOT of corners to get out on time. If anyone says anything to me about the 12 repetitive forms I didn't fill out, I invite them to come in and...

  20. What if we had to tell the real truth when asked about our weaknesses?

    Orange Tree replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

    I keep coming back just to read this. It makes me laugh every

  21. Co-signature for Insulin administration

    Orange Tree replied to MissRN7's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    CNAs are more than capable of handling accuchecks if properly trained. Some things I've learned are: 1. Let the CNA know which blood sugar results you need reported to you immediately. Don't assume...

  22. I'm not going to lie...

    Orange Tree replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in General Students

    Yes, an ADN is faster, easier (because it's faster), and less expensive. Yes, there are markets with fabulous entry level positions for ADN nurses. No one disputes these things. You have nothing to...

  23. Be the NURSE you would like to have as a PATIENT.

    Orange Tree replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    As a patient, I would want the nurse who only has 3 or 4 patients- not 7 or 8. And yes! I would like to be a nurse with 3 or 4 patients, as well. I could give very good care that way. Too bad it's not...

  24. No Dayshift until finished with 1 year probationary period is over...

    Orange Tree replied to serenitylove14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You could start this job and look for another one. If you find another one, and the first place likes you, you may have some bargaining power and be able to switch to days sooner. On the other hand,...

  25. New grad terminated after 3 months of orientation.

    Orange Tree replied to ingoditrustRN1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I hate to see stories like this one I also think you should try med-surg. It makes sense that a trauma unit would be overwhelming for a new grad, so prospective employers shouldn't view things too...