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  1. Been there,done that

    going from hospital to LTC--am i crazy?

    Been there,done that replied to irishlynn5's topic in General Nursing

    What makes you think LTC will offer supportive management, less stress, and give you the opportunity to be as caring as you would
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    Changing mind about a job offer I rejected---Can I change my mind about that??

    Been there,done that replied to Cola89's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Are the nurse manager/nurse supervisor positions still
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    How does CM pay compare to bedside RN pay?

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

    I make somewhat more than hospital nurses. I am also eligible for 401K matching and work from home saving commuting and wardrobe
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    Completed my BSN

    Been there,done that replied to Rhody34's topic in General Nursing

    You obtained your BSN. That is an accomplishment that will open many doors for you Perhaps, not right now.But.. it will pay off.
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    Compassionate Connected Care (C3)

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

    :roflmao:Take that Press
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    Should I take the HUGE paycut to switch from ICU to a clinic?

    Been there,done that replied to nirali.karsaliya's topic in General Nursing

    You know ICU and night shift is sucking the life out of you. Eight bucks an hour is NOT worth your mental health. Unless your family and friends have been there, done that... their advice is worth...
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    Why don't they call back?

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

    Applying for a position is done through the company's on line application process. You need to follow that process to be considered for any position. Best of luck, let us know how it's
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    Compassionate Connected Care (C3)

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

    You need a few more w's. Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww. Scripting is indeed a major ew. Nurses are professionals that should not be forced to play the corporate
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    Compassionate Connected Care (C3)

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

    But of course! This is one of the main reasons bedside report has been implemented. "Mr. Smith, meet Sally Sue. She will be taking care of you now, and she is the bomb. You can rest assured that she...
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    Compassionate Connected Care (C3)

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

    Corporate ran nursing.. at it's finest! Perhaps acting classes will become mandatory
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    Just a regular ole nurse

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

    So not true.Market yourself and your experience. I have an ASN. I make the big bucks working from home. Think outside the hospital
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    Today's cringeworthy event..

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

    You took pleasure in
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    Just a regular ole nurse

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

    You are not viewed by administration as a competent, experienced nurse. You are viewed as a commodity in the grand scheme of making money for the corporate master. You will be handed more duties and...
  14. Been there,done that

    CNA Night Shift...housekeepers?

    Been there,done that replied to amy7691's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Your for profit facility is working you to the bone, so they do not have to hire housekeeping. You have let them do so. Nothing will change now. Brush up the resume, start applying where you KNOW you...
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    So during an ER visit, a patient admits to having a gun in the house. Now the health care system is responsible to teach them the proper use of the weapon? Who would be the narcissist in this...
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    When and if I am asked that question .. the health care provider has no right to know. My right to own a weapon is personal. Let's say I offer the information that I have a 9mm Glock in my home...what...
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    No trigger finger allowed. Any way shape or form... My right index finger is MASTERED body and mind when I hold my
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    Disrespectful ad against nurses on Craigslist

    Been there,done that replied to Trilldayz,RN BSN's topic in General Nursing

    It's Craig's list... anyone and everyone can post whatever they choose. It's up to you to respond or react. Back in the day, I supported myself through nursing school by serving at banquets. Get...
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    In ANY setting , it's a personal question, choosing to answer is protected by the second and fourth amendment of the Constitution. The question has no place in a health care assessment. The...
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am thoroughly trained. Will I make gun ownership part of my assessment? ..no. I refuse to accept THAT additional responsibility. I have enough responsibility
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    How would you interpet this order?

    Been there,done that replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    No , the order is not "working fine". This is why you asked the question in the first place. Use your nursing skills.. advocate for your
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    Been there,done that replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    And if the answer is yes... what exactly is the nurses's responsibility? Like we don't already have enough, now we are the gun
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    Do differentials make up for working 36 hrs vs 40 hrs per week?

    Been there,done that replied to Philly85's topic in General Nursing

    You must apply your OWN math to YOUR situation. This is a homework
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    Your Patient

    Been there,done that replied to Danielia95's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Good start, there is more to the story. Embellish on the basics of the therapeutic
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    Exempt RNs

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

    Star needs to start looking for a comparable position NOW. The magical one year mark will be reached during the search. No labor laws were broken in the making of this story. A nurse's job...