wee_oneRN

wee_oneRN

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  1. Nurse volunteers: Do you sign "RN"?

    wee_oneRN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    This section worries me! Even though you are licensed to perform tasks out of the scope of a layman volunteer, you are not covered by the hospital's malpractice insurance. Please be very careful about...

  2. Another Rant on Obesity and Children

    wee_oneRN replied to ChristineN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't believe the link between economics and poor diet is that clearcut. I see many of these very same people with multiple electronic gadgets, hundred dollar cable bills, etc.. I think that...

  3. Nutrition to prevent and treat pressure ulcers???

    wee_oneRN replied to judieli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Try this site, several good, current journal articles came up. Posting from my phone, so you may have to type it in. Good luck!...

  4. Nursing School while still working?

    wee_oneRN replied to djdietz's topic in General Nursing

    I went to nursing school in my early 30's, and still managed to work full time. It's very do-able. There will be many people and esp instructors that will warn you how tough school and clinicals are....

  5. Nursing while nursing, can it be done??

    wee_oneRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on your baby and new job! Try not to stress so much for the sake of your baby and your breastmilk. Your employer is legally obligated to allow you time to pump (at least here in ca). Even if...

  6. High Risk Meds

    wee_oneRN replied to Special31's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps you need to research these med errors and find out what factors are involved so you know what needs to change. Are they happening at certain times of day, do they not match the original md...

  7. Sitting down to calm an upset patient is unprofessional?

    wee_oneRN replied to kristandrews's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, next time shove a xanax down her throat and take away her call- light! *** sarcasm over.. your supervisor is either over-stressed and not thinking straight or an

  8. Got The Job!!

    wee_oneRN replied to sweetsleep28's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats!

  9. Shhhh! ---It's all a crock!

    wee_oneRN replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    It is very important to keep the floor as quiet and calm as possible. Imagine how you feel when you are sick at home and people won't leave you alone. Stress from extra light and noise do prolong...

  10. MORAL DILEMA

    wee_oneRN replied to TonyaM73's topic in General Nursing

    You did not do "nothing" for your pt. You were there for them and supported their right to choose quality of life over quantity. Your coworkers is seriously confused. Refusing medication (o2 is a med)...

  11. feeling frustrated by AN posts and second guessing myself

    wee_oneRN replied to jlpsu's topic in General Nursing

    As someone already pointed out, your posts sound defensive. I would also add that you accuse allnurses of causing you to second guess yourself. Not so. You are an adult, no one is forcing you to click...

  12. Am I waisting my time with associates degree?

    wee_oneRN replied to chall2011's topic in General Nursing

    I too, already had a Bachelor's before entering an ADN program. I would not call it a 'waste' as I am an RN making the same, and performing the same duties as BSN nurses. However, it was only after I...

  13. God, my feet hurt!

    wee_oneRN replied to chall2011's topic in General Nursing

    I had plantar fasciatis while in nursing school, working full-time and walking was my only mode of transportation: Try icing your feet a couple of times a day, you can wear heel splints at night,...

  14. Can a new RN still work as a CNA

    wee_oneRN replied to beatrice1's topic in General Nursing

    This is an often asked question, and unfortunately, one that no one can give a concrete answer to. It really depends on your state and on the particular facility. Many facilities do not want the...

  15. Bipolar and calling in sick.

    wee_oneRN replied to HannahLPN's topic in General Nursing

    You made a wise choice by calling in sick. However, you did not say whether or not you sought medical care during those times. If you are ill for more than a day or two, you should be going in to see...

  16. Appropriate questions.

    wee_oneRN replied to Toradol's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. Plus, you are not likely to get accurate answers about sexual preference. Many people do not want that information out there. You are much more likely to get pertinent info if the question is...

  17. Understanding limited DNR

    wee_oneRN replied to me2shugar's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The forms are usually more specifc, at least in CA. A pt can choose no CPR but still have limited treatment checked, which usually means no intubation but bagging and IV's for fluids, antibiotics are...

  18. Silly question about pregnancy!

    wee_oneRN replied to misscherie's topic in General Nursing

    Your baby is going to be protected by all of your antibodies! I'm still working, 10 weeks to go and my only complaint is back pain >. If you work with chemo or radiation frequently, I would maybe...

  19. Where are we headed?

    wee_oneRN replied to love-d-OR's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with other posters that have pointed out that ALL professions are experiencing this. Due to the economy, many, many people are looking to go back to school and boost their employability. Look...

  20. What does an RN supervisor do?

    wee_oneRN replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In LTC: answer calls, admit new patients, resource for code blues, verify MD orders, follow-up on late labs, supplies, make sure charts and care plans are updated, resource for over-whelmed RNs, prep...

  21. Strep - Call in or go anyways?

    wee_oneRN replied to TX_nurse_08's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you already spoke to the top two resources for your situation. None of us work at your hospital and know your position as well as your supervisors. What answer, exactly, are you still...

  22. Demanding resident-vent

    wee_oneRN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes and no. Pain medication takes time to work, esp PO pain pills. If you wait until your pain level is 6-7 to ask for the pill, you know it won't be as effective and you will be in tears before it...

  23. I need some help with this decision-PLZ!!

    wee_oneRN replied to luvmyhubbybunches's topic in General Nursing

    I found that night shifts were bad for my health. Not long after I went on nights I started having terrible PVCs. Like, every 3 or 4 beats! After several tests and xrays, it suddenly occurred to me...

  24. When to say no...new grad burn out

    wee_oneRN replied to AngelicDarkness's topic in General Nursing

    Keep it short, simple and polite. Don't play into guilt games. Don't be a floor mat or they will always use you as a floor mat. See how they have already knocked your pay down? Practice ahead of time....

  25. Pre nursing student needs advice

    wee_oneRN replied to ldm2484's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most community colleges and adult schools offer CNA classes at far cheaper prices than $700. You can also take EMT courses at a community college for the ER tech position. You do not have to work in a...