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    Hey nurses!!! WE ARE PEOPLE TOO!

    Been there,done that replied to AspiringNurse23's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Farawyn was directing you as to how to use this site. She did so with the ultimate respect. Farawyn had no attitude, but yours came through loud and clear. Pretty sure that attitude is what is causing...
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    What next?

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

    You won't know until you try. There is an element of uncertainty with travel nursing, but it's only 13 weeks. The beaches of Honolulu will make it all worthwhile. Good luck, keep us
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    What about Hawaii?

    Been there,done that replied to Ruger8mm's topic in General Nursing

    Is this a permanent
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    after 35 years, I cannot believe it

    Been there,done that replied to Carolyn1234's topic in General Nursing

    Wouldn't everyone like to get 2 months off to spend time with a new grandchild? The fact of the matter is .. this is not a consideration for a FMLA. This is not a "little' time off. It is 9 weeks...
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    Question regarding where I stand with my job (long, but with paragraphs!)

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

    Looking at all sides of the issue, I don't think the patient would even realize it as an intrusion. Nurses interrupt doctors all the time. The receptionist has a better feel as to what the doctor...
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    1 month new ICU job. I want to run

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

    "My preceptor has become annoyed with me." There is your problem. Preceptors teach, guide, and lead. I have precepted many nurses in many areas. I identified their problem areas, we worked on it,...
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    Seven Hells: Vent

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

    And that is what is so great about this site. We can vent , get advice from fellow nurses.. and then re-evaluate. I so wish I was on this site earlier than 2009. The support from AN may have...
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    Prior authorization rep question

    Been there,done that replied to greygirl81's topic in Case Management

    Insurance companies know what is required for compliance with Medicaid. You should have a department devoted to that compliance. Only your manager knows if you are satisfying the Medicaid...
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    Seven Hells: Vent

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

    Hiring off the street, and promoting after 7 months are two different management processes. I realise your are frustrated. TODAY the process is 2 years of experience, next month... who knows? Could...
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    Seven Hells: Vent

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

    And the plot is thickening. Do you feel your manager "played favorites" here
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    Seven Hells: Vent

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

    Very few nurses have the opportunity to work within their desired field in the first 2
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    Seven Hells: Vent

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

    The supervisor's suggestion really meant nothing. The manager has set hiring guidelines and can indeed, modify those guidelines. Seven months nursing experience within one facility , usually would...
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    Nurses who work from home

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

    You have the credentials and experience.Check out the Case Management forum here on AN. Search the major job boards, and the websites for companies like BCBS, Aetna, Humana to get an idea of the...
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    Pre employment alcohol test

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

    It's sooo easy to get paranoid with testing. What , exactly was the ETOH screening for? You CAN ask. There is now testing for nicotine, was that included in your drug panel? Some facilities will not...
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    Welcome To The Hospital - From Your Nurse

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

    Long-winded
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    Approriate PCA use

    Been there,done that replied to Alphabet soup nurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Agree that the family/staff should not be administered pain medication with the PCA. Surely this is against hospital policy. However your clinical coordinator and the physician have chosen to go...
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    to intervene or not to intervene

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

    You are allowed to direct personnel to call 911. If you choose to become a first responder... those repercussions will
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    **venting**

    Been there,done that replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    You don't have a work problem, you have a husband problem. Wish in one hand and defecate in the other. Guess which one fills up faster? The "hubby" you are supporting cannot call your nursing...
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    I took the plunge...it feels weird

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

    Surely.. you deserved that natural high. Non bedside is sweet. Party at my
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    Someone stole my shoes (somewhat of a rant)

    Been there,done that replied to ducky2000's topic in General Nursing

    No excuse for stealing, zero, zip ..nada. My shoes..I stood on them for 12 hours taking care of sick
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    Vacation scheduling

    Been there,done that replied to Tingle6's topic in General Nursing

    Every facility I worked in.. allowed two weeks off between June and September. Fastest grabber gets first choice. However.. ( legally) you cannot be denied time off if you are only using two...
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    How was your first code blue? What role did you have?

    Been there,done that replied to journey2success's topic in General Nursing

    My first code was a cancer patient.. that never should have been "coded". It went on for way too long, the rest of the unit was in shambles. Realize that 95 % of codes are for show. Around 5 % of...
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    Ok, I am a little creeped out!

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

    My replies to other posts are not relevant here. My thoughts on what people crossing over see is the point. Your initial post stated they are hallucinations. The definition of hallucination is: an...
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    Someone stole my shoes (somewhat of a rant)

    Been there,done that replied to ducky2000's topic in General Nursing

    Wonder what Karma is going to do with C. Diff? The possibilities are
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    Depression from nursing, looking for input?

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

    This thread will probably be closed for "seeking medical advice". You have 3 years experience as an RN. Rather than getting depressed by your experience.. use it to your advantage. Your experience...