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    "Reasonable accommodations" for RN with ADHD & PTSD? And / or advice?

    Been there,done that replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    I have PTSD. I have had counseling and the appropriate meds for several years. I know that anything can trigger a panic attack. I do not want to be on duty, when one strikes. I am
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    Have you ever been "ghosted" by an employer after accepting a job offer?

    Been there,done that replied to Peachpit's topic in General Nursing

    I was not ghosted after receiving an offer, but I was on hold for six months. A major facility in the Detroit area indicated their interest. They finally called me. I thought a big part of it was HR...
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    Continuous bladder irrigation

    Been there,done that replied to Sue B's topic in General Nursing

    Did the patient receive air into the bladder? I would prepare a new bag and line. Notify the ordering physician as to further
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    "Reasonable accommodations" for RN with ADHD & PTSD? And / or advice?

    Been there,done that replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    No book is going to help you in that situation. Write up each and every insubordination. Get ready to move
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    Questions about nursing job in San Diego

    Been there,done that replied to Kate403's topic in General Nursing

    I cannot tell you about specific facilities in San Diego. You should get an idea during your interviews. November is only four months away. Start your job search now. The hospital website and...
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    Fluid Med Error

    Been there,done that replied to Newgradtrauma's topic in General Nursing

    How would I know you were told to take lunch? The break situation has become an ongoing problem in nursing. Administration knows we are legally entitled to a break, they also know they are overworking...
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    Waiting for RN Lic Renewal

    Been there,done that replied to Cindycin48's topic in General Nursing

    Not familiar with Illinois regulations, but in Michigan.. if you let your license lapse there are MANY hoops to jump. Are you sure you have fulfilled all of the requirements? I would call the IDPR and...
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    Waiting for RN Lic Renewal

    Been there,done that replied to Cindycin48's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the
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    Waiting for RN Lic Renewal

    Been there,done that replied to Cindycin48's topic in General Nursing

    What is
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    Should RaDonda Vaught Have Her Nursing License Reinstated?

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    RV is appealing the licensure revocation, based on a technicality. If she had any insight into her actions, she would KNOW she is not fit to provide patient care. Three years or probation is a...
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    Fluid Med Error

    Been there,done that replied to Newgradtrauma's topic in General Nursing

    Any medication error is significant. " I didn't go back in to scan it in". You have a very important electronic check to perform. Next time, don't worry so much about
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    Should RaDonda Vaught Have Her Nursing License Reinstated?

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Are you saying, the facility should have just handled it internally? How many more incidents would it take to decide they would " let her go".? Then send her off .. to somewhere where she could...
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    Torn Between 2 Job Offers

    Been there,done that replied to Polo's topic in General Nursing

    Cannot give advice on a level 2 NICU. I have worked three different CDU's.. and they were all different. You would expect to see many different diagnoses, learn telemetry interpretation, and IV drug...
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    Feeling Lost in Career - Mom / RN

    Been there,done that replied to 01.rn.10's topic in General Nursing

    Right now, the kids come first. A work from home job would be ideal, if you are allowed to have the kids at home. Can you work part
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    What to do if I like someone at work?

    Been there,done that replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Just ask her out and see where it goes. I met my husband at work. Co-workers thought it was cool. Lose the username, this is not a place for
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    Taking things too personally

    Been there,done that replied to Lostsoul123's topic in General Nursing

    You posted five years ago with similar issues. Now you have 20 years in of misery. Past time to move away from the bedside. A therapist can help you through the trauma and transition. Best
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    What do you say when a patient family member is taking out their rage out on the world on to you? 

    Been there,done that replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    Refer their concerns to the provider. If family is really out of control, call
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    Nurse Accused of Gossiping

    Been there,done that replied to abu123's topic in General Nursing

    You have done a WONDERFUL job. Never go to HR. They are not your friend. Take a month off.. rethink this thing called
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    Suspected Diversion

    Been there,done that replied to nurse_elle1956's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What does your drug test
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    working as a nursing assistant with RN license

    Been there,done that replied to Sweetme2's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that you will be held to your RN license . I don't know what your facility would do if they found out you had been working as an assistant, with RN licensure. I don't know how other facilities...
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    Changing Careers At 42

    Been there,done that replied to Zakando Z's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Any good school will be hard to get into. I earned my ASN from a community college. The nursing program accepted 10 % of applicants. Just make sure wherever you decide to study is accredited to take...
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    North Carolina Nurse Gets 4 Years for Painkiller Mishandling

    Been there,done that replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    Despite all the protocols and the Pyxis , there is unlimited opportunity to obtain narcs. I was charge nurse on a busy 30 bed unit. A nurse went over my head and called supervision, saying her...
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    Michigan Hospital Offering Housing or $10,000 Bonus

    Been there,done that replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I see that now. Sounds like a great opportunity For OR staff. Traverse City is a great place to
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    How can I get into Utilization Management?

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I got a UM position after 30 years of floor nursing. I came in through the back door in a contract position. The HMO I ended up working for had a hiring freeze. They could not hire out right, but...
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    Safety & Practice Intimidation in Ohio

    Been there,done that replied to Catedi's topic in General Nursing

    "The state agency investigated the matter and found ME guilty of not providing medication to an inmate who presented "a legible id". Must wonder WHO is in jail here. You are the professional....