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  1. Been there,done that

    "I do the same thing as an RN"

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

    I worked alongside LPN's for years. I was required to co-sign their charting and administer their IV medications. It was never a problem, but somehow a little embarrassing. Most of them could run...
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    Is there Hope for me after 21 yrs???

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

    Now you have a plan. 6 months will fly by and you will have your career back. Looking forward to your update! Happy
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    Looking to interview a current nurse over phone or email

    Been there,done that replied to Eric7's topic in General Nursing

    This is an anonymous forum.. we keep it that way for a reason. Nursing school will be very hard for you, if you wait until the day before to complete an
  4. Been there,done that

    Accessing patient chart off duty

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

    I worked at a facility that ENCOURAGED us to chart from home. They knew we were understaffed and just wanted us off the clock. Why would you want to work for free and risk a HIPPA
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    Well, that was embarrassing and slightly awkward..

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

    You are learning many roles on your job search. I find it impressive. Think you need to stop groveling at the door of that hospital, though. It is now a waste of time and energy. I applied for a job...
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    Seniorbridge/Humana

    Been there,done that replied to weezyrn's topic in Case Management

    I smell a rat. Humana is one of the largest health insurers in the country. You should be getting excellent training and benefits. Read the Glassdoor
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    Hot dogs and ramen,summer budget

    Been there,done that replied to jesserpie's topic in School

    If you are married to a financial idiot, you must take over the finances and keep YOUR money separate. You knew there would be no paychecks during the summer. Past time to budget. Next fiscal year,...
  8. Been there,done that

    Do you HAVE to have your BSN?

    Been there,done that replied to banfftank8's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    As usual, it's all about money. Do you need to start working ASAP? Do you have the funds to attend a 4 year program? Dogen gave you the best advice, start working and have an employer fund your online...
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    Hot dogs and ramen,summer budget

    Been there,done that replied to jesserpie's topic in School

    Budget won't help, get a new
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    Need help

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

    No, godzilla can't do that. She also can't force you to produce a doctor's excuse for one sick day. What she did do is back you into a corner, where you made the bad choice of quitting without notice....
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    Lpn & asn are are being phased out.

    Been there,done that replied to shermainenevels's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    What EXACTLY would I learn in 2 more years of frou-frou classes, that would make me a better nurse? Nursing IS a trade. Pretty sure I couldn't learn plumbing,
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    Lpn & asn are are being phased out.

    Been there,done that replied to shermainenevels's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Magnet hospitals are a joke. My last bedside position was at a "Magnet facility". I had 7 patients.. with one on an insulin drip. Magnet means... push the nurse to the max... make money for the
  13. Been there,done that

    Calling in for no sleep

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse131382's topic in General Nursing

    How special of you that you will never call in for lack of sleep. But you have no qualms reporting for duty under the influence of self- prescribed sleep
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    Calling in for no sleep

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse131382's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses are human beings with basic needs.. like sleep and food. OP TRIED to prepare for her Monday shift.. she did not have enough time to pull it off. I am betting ANOTHER months rent that.. you are...
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    Calling in for no sleep

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse131382's topic in General Nursing

    I will bet the rent you are not a nurse. OP tried to adjust her sleep schedule, and could not. She would be impaired.. and knew it. She would not be leaving the facility "short-handed". Any decent...
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    "Negative" work behavior write up

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

    Rude and negative are subjective descriptions. You are miserable with your job.. and it is showing. There is SO much more you can do than "keep my head down and carry on." This ridiculous write up...
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    Lpn & asn are are being phased out.

    Been there,done that replied to shermainenevels's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    What exactly did you learn, that makes you a better nurse than
  18. Been there,done that

    Can a meth dealer become a HIPAA Auditor?

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

    Convicted felons have restrictions. For example.. I own my gun, felons cannot. Your question is against the TOS
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    Does anyone live alone?

    Been there,done that replied to direw0lf's topic in General Nursing

    Living alone offers endless opportunities. You will learn how to take care of yourself. Namaste. Let us know how it's
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    UM/UR hospital vs insurance company?

    Been there,done that replied to rearviewmirror's topic in Case Management

    Utilization review/management is a chess game between the facility and the insurer. You will need to pick you pawn. Are you going to work for the hospital.. or the insurance company? Either position...
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    Nurse Manager fabricated report

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

    A classic case of bullying. Nurse manager is on a power trip. Nurse manager will not only get away with it, she will now turn her attention onto YOU. HR is NEVER your friend. Finish your year there......
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    Calling in for no sleep

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse131382's topic in General Nursing

    "I had one night to try and totally change my sleep schedule. " OP struggled the entire weekend to prepare for Monday morning. She could not change her circadian rhythm that quickly . She is also so...
  23. Been there,done that

    refusing assignment

    Been there,done that replied to texas_rn11's topic in Agency Nurses

    You can be charged with abandonment if you get report.. then refuse. Agency nurses are expected to function with minimal training to the unit. That is why they get the big bucks. Nobody cares that you...
  24. Been there,done that

    Day VS Night shift...help

    Been there,done that replied to Joanie49's topic in General Nursing

    3-11 is my preferred shift . I did find some facilities that staffed with 8 hour periods. Keep looking! I worked 7 p- 7a , for me it was a nightmare. My circadian rhythm could not adjust and I slept...
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    Lpn & asn are are being phased out.

    Been there,done that replied to shermainenevels's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I hold a lowly ASN. I'm okay with it. I earn 6 figures .. working from