Genista BSN, RN

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    How do Nurses find trusted, flexible childcare for shift work?

    Genista replied to Autymn's topic in General Nursing

    My mother in law used to babysit for the overlap between my husband's daytime job and my swing shift.She only had to watch for a few hours, since I left for work at 2 pm and my husband was home by...
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    How to effectively manage stress. My most stressfull time is at the end of my shift.

    Genista replied to psalm111's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Sorry you are so stressed. Nursing can be such a rough job.It is never appropriate for your manager to yell at you, especially in a public place. If it were me, I would speak to the nurse manager in...
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    Catholic hospital

    Genista replied to Scarlettz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I worked for a Catholic hospital for many years. I am not Catholic. My religion and/or spirituality was never discussed in interviews or during my employment. In fact, though my employer was a...
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    Second career nurse-resume help needed

    Genista replied to coopman712's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just some personal experience here...I recently landed a new job, and I found that my resume with "objective" and traditional format (education, chronological work history) was pretty much ignored. I...
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    Just a mom

    Genista replied to osdbmom's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm not a resume expert, but I am thinking you should include your time as a SAHM on your resume. Maybe you can highlight some of your unique skills in the cover letter? Your volunteer work would also...
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    Any Clinic Case Managers?

    Genista posted a topic in Case Management

    Hello. I am curious about the role of RN case manager at a community clinic. I have 13 years acute care experience, and currently do telephone triage. I do like telephone triage, but also wonder if...
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    Recently interviewed: I said: "No, no, no, no...."

    Genista replied to diligent-trooper's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sounds like you made your decision already. The floor you were looking at sounds just like my old med/tele floor. Though, my peers did pitch in when you needed it. Teamwork is especially helpful when...
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    How Far Would You Commute for Part-time?

    Genista replied to FocusRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I drive 45 min-1 hour each way to my part time job. I wish the commute was shorter, but I am liking the job and it is worth the drive. I do wish my job was in my hometown! A 15 minute commute would...
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    Need ideas for new jobs, and fast

    Genista replied to Joe NightingMale's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The customer service aspect will be there wherever you go. But how about same day surgery/outpatient surgery? I see ads for this from time to time, and they want experienced RNs with ACLS. Oftentimes...
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    Sympathy strike...would you do it??

    Genista replied to notachargenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I find this topic very interesting and relevant, as I am a member of the large nurses union which is holding the sympathy strike next week. I am also very pro union, but not sure if I am in agreement...
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    Is There a Future for Nurses Who Make Errors?

    Genista replied to JourneyRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I used to work with someone who made a medication error that resulted in a patient death. I do not know the details of how her license was affected or the investigation of such. However, I do know it...
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    Reporting Abuse

    Genista replied to chevyv's topic in General Nursing

    You did what you were supposed to do. Also wanted to add to check your board of registered nursing for abuse reporting requirements.Reporting requirements should be listed there also. You did the...
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    Reporting Abuse

    Genista replied to chevyv's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, it's your obligation to report it. In addition to notifying your supervisor,I hope you also reported and filed appropriate documentation to the proper authorities regarding this suspicious...
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    New and need help with call times

    Genista posted a topic in Telephone Triage

    Hello fellow phone triage nurses. I am newly minted into this specialty and needing tips on how to decrease my call handling time. I am nowhere near goal.Looking for tips & feedback from veterans...
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    HELP!!! Juggling career and family...will it get better???!

    Genista replied to xoNurseRNxo's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Sorry you are having such a hard time! I've never worked home health, but I am a working RN/mom of two sweet kids, so I know the roller coaster of emotions between work and family. My kids are little,...
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    So unhappy, then a huge life change--is this a sign?

    Genista replied to wannabecnl's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm so sorry for your recent loss of your Mom. If it were me, I would probably stick it out and give the job at least 6 mos- 1 year. If in 6 mos to 1 year, you still feel like that unit is not a good...
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    I'm Freaking Out and Frantic! Please, Help Me!

    Genista replied to rn/writer's topic in General Nursing

    What a great article! I have been an RN for 13 years, and just changed specialties. In some ways, I do feel like a born again new grad. This topic really hits the spot. Thank you for reminding me how...
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    Parents of young children do you prefer 12 hour shifts or 8s?

    Genista replied to Guest393655's topic in General Nursing

    It really boils down to what works for your family. Part of the equation is coordinating your work with when your husband works, and how to manage daycare/ childcare. I prefer 8 hrs shift. We have 2...
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    Utilization Review---does anyone know anything about it? What is it like?

    Genista replied to nursingosaurus's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Imperialsugar- I don't have UR experience, but it has interested me, too. There are some posts over in the "Case Management" forum under the "Specialty" tab. If no one reponds here, there are some...
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    Medical device educator RN??? Anyone tried it?

    Genista posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hi. I am a floor nurse with 10+ years experience who is feeling burned out on acute care and exploring other options. I love teaching, so was wondering if this might be a good match. Have any of you...
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    3p-11p shift...need a little pick-me-up!

    Genista replied to stephie_love's topic in Nursing Career

    I actually prefer pm shift to days. I'm a mom of 2. I like being home in the morning and early afternoon, and able to run errands or take my oldest kiddo to school. Also- pm shift often pays a...
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    New and need help with call times

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Telephone Triage

    I do telephone triage for medicine/OB/peds in a call
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    New and need help with call times

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Telephone Triage

    Well, I already dropped my times, but I need to tighten it up a bit more. If anyone can offer some tips, I would love your help! Please PM me with ANY advice you can offer. I notice that many times...
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    hospice RN certification

    Genista replied to weavrvirgorising's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I took & passed the exam in 2009. I studied in the CHPN review texts for a few months prior...just kind of read through and did practice on my own.By that point I had several years experience in...
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    random ED interview question i got asked

    Genista replied to Skylar86's topic in Emergency

    I agree with previous post that they are looking more at your critical thinking skills than the "one correct answer" per se. I honestly don't think there's enough info here to triage these 3 just on...