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    Balloon pumps and swans on a stepdown??

    Been there,done that replied to boston.nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Double whammy with new grads. They don't know the acuity... and they don't know what management is up to. IABP patients should be 1:1 without a tech. I have seen 2 patients lose a limb without...
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    Balloon pumps and swans on a stepdown??

    Been there,done that replied to boston.nurse's topic in General Nursing

    It's still a step down unit if the staff buys management's bs. The MAN is forcing unsafe care to boost the almighty bottom line. Unless the IABP patient or the Swan-Ganz patient have a separate...
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    How to get into Research Nursing?

    Been there,done that replied to nataliyaslmn's topic in Research

    Let me google that for you. I understand your desire to move away from the bedside. I have been there, done that. There are many threads here on AN. Start there. Search job engines. You need to do...
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    another question about ending my travel contract

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

    You would give notice to your recruiter. I left a contract once. I had been documenting the problems from day one and there was no problem from my agency. As each contract is different, I would have...
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    Travel Nursing?!

    Been there,done that replied to Dee279's topic in Travel

    Realize that you will receive (on average) 4 hours EMR training and 2 days orientation to the unit. If you feel you can be independent after that, go for
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    Leaving nursing. Has anyone else done it? How?

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

    There are MANY things you can do with your licensure and experience. I have an ASN. I work from home making 6 figures in the insurance industry. Research your
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    Is it really that bad?

    Been there,done that replied to Sage611's topic in General Nursing

    Certainly agree that a hospital clinic position pays as much as a floor nurse position. However, a new grad would rarely land
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    How do you deal with verbally abusive pts?

    Been there,done that replied to Molly.RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Perhaps the staff could kick in for the cost of an
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    Is it really that bad?

    Been there,done that replied to Sage611's topic in General Nursing

    IF you are accepted , you will be required to work at the bedside during your clinical rotations , and perhaps another year at the bedside until you gain experience to qualify for a clinic job. Clinic...
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    To BSN, or not to BSN

    Been there,done that replied to arb29171's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Are you saying .. you have two years to an ADN or 2 years to a
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    Unemployment for call offs?

    Been there,done that replied to OBRN34's topic in General Nursing

    Let me google that for you. Contact YOUR state for unemployment information. Unemployment kicks in after a layoff or firing, not on an intermittent basis. Better to use your energy to find out WHY...
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    Should I stop doing Prereqs attend LPN school?

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

    Becoming an LPN while working towards your ADN is not the appropriate career pathway. You would be taking separate courses, towards separate degrees and it would be a waste of time. Consult your...
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    I'm over floor nursing

    Been there,done that replied to shyrn88's topic in General Nursing

    Many threads here on this topic. Start researching on AN and the existing job boards .. for positions that meet your
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    Withdrawal from A&P for the second time.

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

    Anatomy and physiology is a tough course. The fact IS you have to pass it. You can pass with a 2.4... or you can bring it up to a 3.0. That would require your total focus on this class and working...
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    How do you deal with verbally abusive pts?

    Been there,done that replied to Molly.RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There is nothing staff can do to change her behavior. She has been rewarded for her outrageous behavior and it will never cease. Administration is aware and allowing the staff to get beat up because:...
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    My first cry

    Been there,done that replied to RNby24's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm crying just reading this. That assignment was UNMANAGEABLE and UNSAFE. Where was your preceptor during all this mess? Sounds like a real h-hole that you may or may not want to get your year of...
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    34 yr old starting out...help

    Been there,done that replied to katylady22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    34 is not too old. We all had our individual paths to nursing. You need to talk with local school counselors to guide you. What do you envision yourself doing as a nurse? Your credits most likely will...
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    I'm Done With Nursing.

    Been there,done that replied to RegNurse1987's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent advice. OP should also seek out those positions where we do NOT dress in fine clothing. OP should seek out the positions where we dress in our jammies from
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    New Nurse Dilemma

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

    Do not accept it. Sheesh, guy sound worse than a
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    Am I ridiculous or is this somewhat normal

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

    The transition from a small hospital to a large one can be difficult. It is a different culture. You didn't form great buddies at the smaller facility in 6 weeks. That takes time. STOP trying so hard,...
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    New Nurse Dilemma

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

    20% of what
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    Deciding on a Job offer HELP!

    Been there,done that replied to Candie116's topic in General Nursing

    Never jump at any job offer. What ever position you are offered, ask when is the follow- up to discuss/ negotiate salary and benefits. Your offer letter would then be based on this negotiation....
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    Doing the WHOLE college thing, or complete in 18 months?

    Been there,done that replied to Mae637's topic in General Nursing

    I have an ASN. It took 4 years as I completed my pre-reqs the first 2 years, got accepted to the nursing program and THAT took another 2 years. What is this program that promises you an ADN in 18...
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    I'm Done With Nursing.

    Been there,done that replied to RegNurse1987's topic in General Nursing

    Completely understand, I was so crispy, I took off for 2 years, applied for a waitress job. Driving a bread truck sounds really stressful. Thinking you are a compassionate and experienced...
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    Anxiety and Ativan

    Been there,done that replied to owlcitygirl's topic in Health, Stress Management

    The issue is you don't FEEL impaired, but your judgement IS . Also, if a random drug screen is required... even with a prescription it could be a problem. Check out my thread "Do we need to take drugs...