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    Lifestyle of a Nurse

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

    The answers to your questions are entirely subjective and individual. Nursing is a stressful career and it impacts their family differently. I also now work from home... it is a different level of...
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    Contracting C. diff: Experiences/stories? Advice?

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

    Your thread may be closed as you appear to be seeking medical advice. The only way you can know if you have contracted C-Diff is through a series of stool samples ordered by your provider. Your...
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    Nursing School Journey

    Been there,done that replied to ryusan8989's topic in General Students

    Congratulations. It is a tough journey.. but you have good critical thinking skills already. "Connecting the dots " is far more beneficial than rote memorization. Best of luck... let us know how it's...
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    When You Fail Your Arrhythmia Test

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

    Nurses know the annual competency is due and should, as a professional.. prepare for it. The exam should not be administered 2 days before any nurses's yearly due date. That gives plenty of time for...
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    PTO Problems

    Been there,done that replied to evilolive07's topic in General Nursing

    PTO is earned for you to use as you wish. As HR is useless ( as usual) and your manager is interpreting it to their benefit.. review the policy yourself. You are entitled to request ANY day off in a...
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    Frustrated New Nurse

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

    Please clarify. How long was you orientation? Are you expected to function on your own now? A new grad starting out in ICU is a special challenge. Use of the SBAR format will help you
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    New nurse: I get no respect

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse326's topic in Emergency

    Interesting that my advice to the OP is so thoroughly analyzed. I stand by my original advice. It does not matter WHAT is going with the available preceptors. Management need to form a plan of...
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    I messed up

    Been there,done that replied to magslu's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "I cracked it and was waved to come in by the DON" . "DON then introduced me to the man". You no longer needed to announce yourself or introduce yourself. DON is a nut case who could have turned...
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    New nurse: I get no respect

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse326's topic in Emergency

    No nurse willing to take you on is a big red flag. Ignoring the negative attitudes is NOT sufficient advice from management. You cannot "do your best" without teamwork.. and a preceptor to guide...
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    New nurse: I get no respect

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse326's topic in Emergency

    Yes, new nurses get no respect.. that comes with time and proving yourself. The techs especially are testing you. They feel they run the show and are jealous of your licensure and salary. You are in...
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    Prime staffing agency NYC for RN

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

    Please clarify. Is Prime a staffing agency that hires new grads? What does this new grad program
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    Tired of being angry

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

    Alrighty then. When you get tired of trying to manage your anger and fear, apply to the dark side. You can always pick up per diem shifts, in order to interact with the "good" patients.. you would...
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    In over my head?

    Been there,done that replied to khinlicky's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Congratulations on being accepted to the tech program. You will be MILES ahead of other students at graduation time. That was no "friend". That was a mean spirited individual jealous of your new...
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    Reapplying for a job

    Been there,done that replied to Bkre8iv2's topic in General Nursing

    Just because you are getting interviews, it does not necessarily mean you are eligible for rehire. The managers may just be unaware of your history at the facility, that would come out in a background...
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    Is it wrong to request PTO because you've been assigned a shift you don't want?

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

    You should not be forced to use PTO and switch shifts to get the schedule you want. It seems you have been jockeying for years now. Who makes the schedule, and what idiot gave you a 6 hour turn...
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    Tired of being angry

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

    I never agreed to the ANA's code of ethics. I agreed to show up to work. I got tired of being the candy man for drug abusers.. mandated by administration, management and Medicare patient satisfaction...
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    Treat the Patient, not the Monitor.....Really?

    Been there,done that replied to jk2185's topic in General Nursing

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    Tired of being angry

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

    Your disdain for these patients has parlayed into anger. No going back now. If you feel yourself burning out on this unit...find another position! Buff up the resume, scour the job boards to see...
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    Newborn baby and nursing school

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

    You need to apply stat, and see if you are accepted. What is your academic counselor
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    2 part-time jobs vs. 1 full-time job

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

    Each employer would have demands on your time for weekends, holidays, mandatory meetings, etc. You would be viewed as a part-time employee in both facilities. They treat part -timers with MUCH less...
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    Unsure about my job

    Been there,done that replied to Caroline123's topic in General Nursing

    "They did give my job away but I was able to get a position back because one opened up." Management and HR view you as a new hire. How long have you been in the re-hired position? Most facilities...
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    When housekeeping...

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

    Ah! Time for you to get brownie points for quality improvement. I have worked many units where the code button has a simple plastic shield over it that needs to be pulled down .. before the button can...
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    Night Shift Complications

    Been there,done that replied to knurse10's topic in General Nursing

    Nyquil ingredients:acetaminophen/dextromethorphan/doxylamine/pseudoephedrine, Op potentiates that with Zyrtec and melatonin. That's quite the self prescribed combo. I am aware Zzz-quil is...
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    Winter travel assignments

    Been there,done that replied to wayemika's topic in Travel

    On a Hawaii assignment, I made $40/hr with housing 100% paid. The facility also treated me like an employee and I earned sick and vacation time. Came home with an additional 2K pay off for that. Your...
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    license under investigation

    Been there,done that replied to soulman869's topic in General Nursing

    To clarify.. does "sent to Wisconsin and California".. mean to their BON? Job applications clearly ask if you have ever had a complaint against your license. You know the answer to