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  1. Turned down job..did I do the right thing?

    merlee replied to sunny314's topic in General Nursing

    I am confused. Did they not know you are pregnant? Instead of turning them down outright, did you explain to them that the start date won't work out for you now, but you want to be considered for...

  2. A Nurse CAN be both sexy & smart

    merlee replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    In my younger and single days it was a rare evening (or sometimes morning) that I was without 'company'. Most of my companions said it was my intelligence, and good humor, as well as my good looks...

  3. Working with a nurse who nursed you

    merlee replied to imaginations's topic in General Nursing

    Don't be to worried about working with this nurse. If you received good care from him, consider it a blessing. And in the float pool, it will not likely be a frequent problem. Best

  4. CCRI, URI, RIC

    merlee replied to MKM0000's topic in General Nursing

    Hahaha! I saw the title and aside from Upper Respiratory Infection couldn't figure out what the other abbreviations were

  5. What do you consider to be nursing's biggest setback?

    merlee replied to almost30's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Not exactly a 'setback' but as a group we do not stand together. We have allowed administrations and outside organizations to bully us, and rarely come together to say "NO!" Whether it is patient...

  6. dui: diversion program or take chance with nursing board

    merlee replied to Othelady's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    This has nothing to do with your excellent work record, and all to do with your (apparent) alcohol issues. You must get a lawyer,

  7. Sharing Prescription Drugs

    merlee replied to Finally2008's topic in General Nursing

    You are a bit over the top! I agree with the other posters that this is a good educational situation. And, of course, a muscle relaxer isn't the same as Ambien. Other than that, leave it

  8. Thank you gift?

    merlee replied to student_nurse123's topic in General Nursing

    A heart-felt thank you note with a copy sent to her boss is always welcome. And I love the idea about good pens,

  9. What do you do when you're a pt?

    merlee replied to Sarah G's topic in General Nursing

    I rarely hold back - somehow everyone finds out, any way. But that doesn't necessarily translate into higher quality care. Like the time I waited 3 hours for pain

  10. Feeling bad, like I "ratted out" a nurse

    merlee replied to Ginger80's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right

  11. Breach of Confidentiality?

    merlee replied to Double-Helix's topic in General Nursing

    This has become harder and more complex than ever. Where to draw the lines? If you work in the same community that you live, you will at some point 'bump' into a former pt/client. I have managed to...

  12. blood exposure question

    merlee replied to yeoman's topic in General Nursing

    A spare, unused lancet had an exposed needle tip? I can't envision it - don't they have some kind of covering on them? I've been a nurse many years, and a diabetic nearly 10 years, and I can barely...

  13. It all comes back tenfold...

    merlee replied to Poi Dog's topic in General Nursing

    Many years ago, I had a wall-hanging that said "If you see someone without a smile, give him one of yours". Thank you for giving me one of yours. My entire day will now be better, and I will share...

  14. How do you incorporate faith into your daily nursing tasks?

    merlee replied to orangepink's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Wow. I know I have seen care ranging from poor to excellent from those who profess a faith and from those who do not. Acting humanely, with highest ethics, and loving kindness, does not necessarily...

  15. Can a nurse come to work after taking a benzodiazepine?

    merlee replied to Smackdown's topic in General Nursing

    Many people take meds for anxiety. Would I work the very first day I was taking it? Probably not. But if it was long-term, that is another situation entirely. The issue here is never clear and needs...

  16. reamed out for using soft wrist restraints

    merlee replied to newnurse012's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right thing. I would agree with those who mentioned getting something for anxiety, but the doc didn't think about it either. YOU DID THE RIGHT THING. Now talk to your supervisor about...

  17. Urine drug test too dilute??!!

    merlee replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If they needed or wanted another specimen they would have already contacted

  18. Ever seen a Vampire or Werewolf in your ER ?

    merlee replied to SilentfadesRPA's topic in General Nursing

    Do you mean Porphyria? There was an entire TV show a few years ago about 2 sisters who had this affliction, and what the parents did to keep them safe. The doctor saw his clients after dark, the...

  19. Calling to follow-up

    merlee replied to sbostonRN's topic in General Nursing

    In this digital age, I would think 2 work days would be good. And not on a Friday! Best

  20. I screwed up!

    merlee replied to nankie's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Today I drove my 'BFF' to an appt for a TEE. I did not go up with her as it is a very long walk from the parking lot, and I use a walker. However, she gave the nurse explicit consent to tell me...

  21. Tough decision. Could use your thoughts.

    merlee replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    Very simple - - if it is not work-related, it waits until YOU have the time to answer the problem. And your privacy is very important. They should not expect you to interrupt your work time for...

  22. cerebral palsy child with cast

    merlee replied to TJacob's topic in General Nursing

    I am not certain that there would be complications specific to CP, except for balance if the child is walking. But that might be for anyone. Is he able to understand what is going on? That might...

  23. do you put patient teaching in a nurses note?

    merlee replied to JM RN's topic in General Nursing

    Aside from the obvious, that you taught and it was understood, charting also helps others to see how you are utilizing your time. As nurses, we are constantly teaching - at least I was! - and we...

  24. time clock question

    merlee replied to gummibear's topic in General Nursing

    Nearly every employer will try this at some time. Not ethical. probably not legal. If you slip and hurt yourself, say, 20 minutes after you've clocked out, you may not be eligible for workers' comp....

  25. The Med Pass is Ruining My Job!

    merlee replied to westieluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Go for the hospice position - you have to take care of YOURSELF first. Believe me, the LTC isn't going to look after