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  1. Been there,done that

    Strong case management resume?

    Been there,done that replied to varn75's topic in Case Management

    You have the experience to transition. You need to focus your resume into the KEY words that the insurance company has listed as a requirement. Otherwise your resume will be kicked out. Happy...
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    Would love some input in rolling out bedside report

    Been there,done that replied to kms6417's topic in General Nursing

    Bedside report is FAR from a patient centered initiative. Bedside report is an administrative effort to satisfy CMS scores for reimbursement. I have quite the expanded mind after 30 years at the...
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    How long should I stay at my job?

    Been there,done that replied to Jeans93's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you are in a for profit facility. Sounds like you are quite observant. I have been there, done that, as agency. If you feel the need to resign... do it ASAP. Unless you feel you can...
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    New nurse New job No confidence

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

    Your co-workers are being sloppy and not following procedure. So what if the patients don't want to show their track marks. Access to the BP site must be gained. ( sounds like the inmates are running...
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    Work declining vacation request?

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

    I have worked in many facilities. Never saw a policy that allowed for an unpaid leave of absence to take a vacation. That's not what LOA's are for. You need to earn your vacation time... before you...
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    When a patient complains

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

    What were their complaints, what did your manager say about
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    New grad RN needs advice: Med surg offer waiting on perianesthesia outpatient position

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

    Where do you see yourself in 5
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    Yellow Sashes for Med Passes

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

    The donning and doffing takes seconds. The REAL issue is that the sashes are ignored. That is what needs to be brought to management's attention. "Your freaking sashes are being ignored". Good...
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    Are you jealous of other nurses jobs/abilities?

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

    "way more successful than I am and much better nurses and people than me. " No they are not. They just started out in a different place. You are very successful. You made it through nursing school....
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    Travel Nursing in Hawaii

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

    Apply to 3 agencies. Let them know what specialty you prefer, but it will depend on current hospital needs. The pay SHOULD cover the high cost of living. Accommodations vary by agency. I had a high...
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    Scrubs: Are Colorful Ones Unprofessional?

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

    I realize I am old school, graduated in 1982. We wore all whites and nursing caps. Now in this century, if I was a patient.. I would not want to see my nurse wearing Looney Tune
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    Life, death, and dying.

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

    Party on Dork! You are a skilled and thoughtful nurse. Wondering if "the mind has been thrusted into a world of philosophical and moral questions"... changes direction when the patient is
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    Life, death, and dying.

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

    Well then, close those eyelids and move
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    Terrified of working on my own

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

    " I'm already someone who suffers from anxiety, It's too much stress. I'm finding myself becoming immensely terrified " Sounds deep seated and unmanageable. My suggestion was not aggressive. My...
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    Is it ever okay to follow up with a patient you've cared for outside of work?

    Been there,done that replied to Momma1RN's topic in General Nursing

    No.. never okay. The patient- nurse relationship was ended. And for good
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    Is it ever okay to follow up with a patient you've cared for outside of work?

    Been there,done that replied to Momma1RN's topic in General Nursing

    Last time I saw a patient at the mall .. I said '' you look different with your clothes on". It honestly took me awhile to place them. This former patient was just wanting to express their gratitude...
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    Life, death, and dying.

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

    Never could get pupil size down, especially in an emergent situation. I mean who really gives a rat's pattoti about pupil size , unless they are unequal? Were they opaque from edema.. or was the...
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    Terrified of working on my own

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

    Wasn't expecting what exactly.. the truth? OP has stated her anxiety is deep seated and unmanageable. She does not need to be coddled here, she needs to find a setting that she can handle. "a couple...
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    Terrified of working on my own

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

    A terrified nurse cannot take care of terrified patients. You would have experienced nurses and a rapid response team to assist you. But ... you cannot deal with your anxiety. There ARE many places,...
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    Is Handover Still Necessary?

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

    Appears that you don't value your coworkers nursing skills. A clear and concise report should take 3 minutes per patient. If you are not experiencing that.. be the change. If there was no handoff......
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    Lied to in Interview

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

    Thinking that anyone who was there.. that jumped in and did compressions on my loved one was a hero. Current BLS certified or
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    Lied to in Interview

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

    How , exactly would a "little CNA" go about having a professional lose their
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    How do nurses work with each other in the hospital?

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

    You are getting a little ahead of yourself :) Most of your questions will be answered as you learn and observe in your clinical experiences. You will have 6 patients ( more or less) that you will...
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    Talking to Doctors and Professionalism

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

    Most facilities utilize the SBAR format. Use it and remember... you are advocating for your patient when you contact a physician. If you do get a "negative " remark... remind the physician of
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    Did I make a mistake?!

    Been there,done that replied to MC1RmutationLPN's topic in General Nursing

    You must go to where you and your ethics are respected. You are going to be in a new position. You will have doubts and concerns. You will also learn and gain new skills. Deep breaths... enjoy your...