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    Venting

    Been there,done that replied to bugya90's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your manager is unprofessional, but she is your manager. She has no bounds ,other than to HER manager. You see what happened when your charge nurse stepped in? She is gone, manager is still there....
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    Should I leave this racist town?

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

    "I never questioned her on what she meant." Well, you need to "question" these statements. That is how you deal with racist comments, real or perceived. I have been on the receiving end of these...
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    Omitted Work History

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

    Impossible to say. I have deliberately left off employers, it was never a problem. I think if the hiring facility DOES see your whole 2 weeks with another hospital, they would ask why you left and...
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    Just started clinicals but wondering if this is for me?

    Been there,done that replied to jamie777's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, your skills are non- existent. That's what you are there for , to learn them. Fundamental clinicals felt like halloween to me, dressed up like a nurse, with NO clue what I was doing. Count on...
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    RANT: I hate my new job

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

    I have been in one smaller hospital that forced us to babysit the docs. I lasted 7 weeks of my 13 week contract. Management must feel the nurse's time is not important. While you're looking, why not...
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    A VERY frustrated nurse

    Been there,done that replied to RNnewbie2014's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That was not a girl that precepted you. That was a seasoned nurse. If you are requiring 4 hours to chart, you need additional training on charting. The nursing assistants are walking all over you....
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    When a pt "gets" to you

    Been there,done that replied to mmc51264's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am not saying she belongs anywhere. I am saying for the sake of her mental health.. it's time to get outta
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    Dealing with a burnt out seasoned nurse

    Been there,done that replied to Mkl92's topic in General Nursing

    How often do you work with her? "One day out of my schedule" is not clear. Have you asked her to take vitals or
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    When a pt "gets" to you

    Been there,done that replied to mmc51264's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have lost both parents, due to hospital and doctor errors. It was impossible to continue providing nursing care.. every patient reminded me of MY loss. I felt I could not do enough for my patients....
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    Nursing is my passion but I feel like I am too dumb.

    Been there,done that replied to Katlin1315's topic in General Nursing

    I entered the nursing field 3 decades ago, because my baby developed a one in a million blood disorder... histiocytosis... research THAT monster. Anatomy was also my weak point. I passed it because...
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    New nurse working 50/50, not going well

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

    Melatonin is ANOTHER drug added to the regimen. No med is free of complications. I have had a patient stroke due to melatonin. OP needs to stop medicating.. and start managing their work
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    New nurse working 50/50, not going well

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

    Night shift is making you sick," I tried Prilosec and Tums for my stomach but no effect. I purchased black out curtains, a sound machine, I stop eating/drinking 3 hours before I attempt to go to...
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    Jury Duty

    Been there,done that replied to lpn954's topic in General Nursing

    The OP has stated she is a contractor. That is the problem. No work, no
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    Solutions for Drinks at Nursing Station?

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

    Management enforces the JCAHO rules.. at their discretion. It is NURSING management making the observation, they only enforce the rules for nurses. I have been called out with a closed container of...
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    How to handle rude doctor

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

    No LOL here. Patients DIE from post-op
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    How to handle rude doctor

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

    " I can understand he doesn't want to deal it"? The surgeon HAS to deal with it. The patient is not just about the procedure. how many of the surgeon's patients develop post-op ileus? God the...
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    Given bad report all the time.

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

    "The cancer guy" ??? I am astounded at that description and your alleged lack of any
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    Jury Duty

    Been there,done that replied to lpn954's topic in General Nursing

    In my county, a summons to serve can be postponed to a future date. It's streamlined to one morning, where most people are sent home without actually being assigned to jury duty.No exemtpions other...
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    New RN being bullied, 7 months in, quit?

    Been there,done that replied to lovelyrn1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You described universal issues within nursing. A change of venue may or may not change them. "People I work with are miserable people and kill my spirit. " You are responsible for your spirit, no one...
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    0200 BP's - Dealing with Tired Rude Doctors

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

    You have asked for professional advice on a public nursing forum. You are getting EXCELLENT advice. Why would you be sorry for
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    Advice

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

    Yep, you lack the necessary critical thinking skills. That comes with experience. You can increase your self confidence by not analyzing your performance.. beforehand. We ALL had these doubts. You...
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    0200 BP's - Dealing with Tired Rude Doctors

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

    When reporting ANYTHING.. remain cool , calm and collected. The off shift doctor's response is not personal. Document the hospitalist's response . If the nurse feels additional orders are necessary,...
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    What can I do with my license?

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

    "what all can I do with my nursing license" .. is up to YOU. The research is also up to YOU. There are many threads on this topic on
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    Unsafe ICU staffing/ patient ratios! Please help!

    Been there,done that replied to sophiern1's topic in Critical Care

    "Why is management making this environment so unsafe for patients? " The answer is.. To make money for the corporate
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    Describe your ideal coworker

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

    It does not matter if you are all business, or best buds personally. I want somebody that has my back, and know that I have