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    "You're too smart to be a nurse. Be a doctor"

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

    Oh yeah.. the public views us as the most trustworthy. NOT the most respected. We are the most trustworthy because we work RIDICULOUS hours, have RIDICULOUS responsibility, and the public knows it....
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    "You're too smart to be a nurse. Be a doctor"

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

    Assuming you are responding to my comment, certainly there are individual experiences with hospital nursing. That is why I suggested the OP search AN for feedback. If you do not feel "rotating days...
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    Part Time CNA Full Time Nursing School

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

    As you have not been accepted to nursing school, your goal will change ,IF you are accepted. Nursing school is BRUTAL. You may find yourself happy with a "C" in anatomy and physiology. Graduating...
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    Was given a raise not to quit - now I have a target on my back

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

    "they expect a whole new level of work". Weren't you already giving it your best effort ? Whoever "they" are, think they own you now. They no longer have to negotiate to cover those 36 hours....
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    Can a hospital retract their job offer

    Been there,done that replied to nadomel's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Losing a job offer stinks. You did not have a contract. Instead of focusing on the non issue of the uniform... find out the real reason. Ask the recruiter WHY it was rescinded. You need this...
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    Teaching the Developmentally Disabled to self-administer Insulin

    Been there,done that replied to sherbearccrn's topic in Patient Medications

    What would be the point of teaching insulin administration.. if the client cannot comprehend the rationale of controlling blood sugar levels with insulin
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    Ever Feel Inadequate?

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

    Perhaps you should count on the charge nurse... to assist you with your
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    Am I a bully?

    Been there,done that replied to haron54's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I realize it is difficult for a nurse with 5 years of experience to comprehend the knowledge base and depth of experience a nurse gains over 34 years. In my 20 years of charge nurse duties, on the...
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    Am I a bully?

    Been there,done that replied to haron54's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was a charge nurse for 20 years and received a leadership award from a huge health system. Just a side note.. when the charge nurse is "busy doing discharge paperwork and watching telemetry and...
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    Would outpatient be a good fit for me?

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

    You need to know what your role would be within any of these specialties. Any of them could involve "the unknown". I hear you, though. Apply for the areas that you have experience in.. best of...
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    Am I a bully?

    Been there,done that replied to haron54's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    NM has been looking for anything and everything to fire you , since the February incident. If you want to fight the termination, I would ask to see the HR policy stating that you are not allowed on...
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    "You're too smart to be a nurse. Be a doctor"

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

    How fortunate for you that you have not been there. Certainly, many nurses have better working conditions than others. However, 60% of nurses work in hospitals and the corporate goal is to treat us...
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    Taking home empty vials

    Been there,done that replied to johndough's topic in Patient Medications

    The cops can claim anything to resemble drug paraphernalia. Syringes, hemostats, tubing, etc. Would depend on the cop's mood and the driver's
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    "You're too smart to be a nurse. Be a doctor"

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

    I am old enough to not need assurances.I am one of those nurses that moved to the cushiest office of all... home .. making 6 figures. I was attempting to get the point across to the ORIGINAL POSTER...
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    Refusing to float

    Been there,done that replied to NurseKC123's topic in General Nursing

    As your administration feels it is "SAFE" to float your specialty to cover other units.. you have no choice. Whenever I was floated to an area that I knew I couldn't handle, I wrote up a safety...
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    "You're too smart to be a nurse. Be a doctor"

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

    Instead of working on a sassy comeback, deeply consider their advice. You are in high school and advice and guidance is what you need. If you are THAT bright.. you have many options available....
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    Pre-authorization position.

    Been there,done that posted a topic in Case Management

    I only have an Associate's degree.. but many years of experience in many areas. I will be started a pre-authorization position on Monday. I would appreciate any advice on how I can learn this skill ....
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    CNA attire during interview?

    Been there,done that replied to Shanty3710's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Always dress for the position as held by your interviewer. Best of luck, let us know how it
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    Would outpatient be a good fit for me?

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

    Please describe the "outpatient"
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    What's The Best Way to Quit My Job

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

    Whether or not the resignation requires 2 weeks or 4 weeks notice is information you must ask your HR. Most new nurse hate their jobs."I just know that they invested a lot of time and energy into my...
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    HELP!! NEW nurse feel like Im getting eaten by sharks

    Been there,done that replied to newbie9909's topic in First Year After Licensure

    AM now has you on her radar. Of course you will be marked absent, you went home "sick" ..that is an occurrence.You are going to come across "strong" personalities frequently. Especially in ICU. You...
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    Taking home empty vials

    Been there,done that replied to johndough's topic in Patient Medications

    An "empty " vial can still contain a small amount of the medication. The policy is to dispose of vials in the sharps container. No art project is worth the risk of breaking policy. I would NEVER...
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    How do you last?

    Been there,done that replied to Neywel120's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is similar to AA. Take it one day at a time and believe in a higher
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    A simple reminder of why we do what we do, for everyone to reflect

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

    I make money for the man... because he makes
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    Frustrated and Unsure

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

    I doubt "the rest of my fellow students felt fullfilled and excited ". The first day of clinicals is a daunting experience. I remember during my entire first clinical rotation.. I felt like it was...