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    I saw another nurse assault a patient

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

    Define
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    terminated- feeling like a failure

    Been there,done that replied to sunshine539's topic in General Nursing

    If you were being precepted in the surgical center,and informed your preceptor ... what is the preceptor's position in
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    Circumstances it's OK to quit without notice??

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

    Do not burn that bridge. Could haunt you for years. Call in sick, but do not leave without
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    Reaction to rocephin

    Been there,done that replied to NickiLaughs's topic in Patient Medications

    "one of the safer antibiotics considering how quickly we give it." A similar reaction to Red Man Syndrome. There is no need to rapidly infuse antibiotics. Slow it down and give the body a chance to...
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    teenagers and pot

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    As you are in a position to educate, you are also bound by nursing ethics to do so. What is your teaching
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    How did you know what you wanted to do?

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

    Physical therapy may or may not improve on the pain. The disc will remain herniated. Only you can amount to something. You do not need to use your back to be successful, you need your
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    What do you eat in the morning?

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

    I need protein in the morning, or will graze until I find it. Yep, eat during the commute. I made a breakfast sandwich the night before, ( use your imagination )grab and
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    How did you know what you wanted to do?

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

    Why would anyone want to prove their neurologist wrong? Disc herniation can cause life long problems.Ultrasound technicians also lift and move patients. Choose your
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    New & Confused RN

    Been there,done that replied to Noel777's topic in General Nursing

    Expound on "hate" and "burnt out". Define for yourself what is stressing you. Then search the many threads here that will assist you to find a position that you can enjoy. Yoiu have the golden two...
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    teenagers and pot

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yeah, better back into the local economy, than the drug dealers mattress. For example, Colorado raked in $60 million in marijuana taxes and licensing fees in the past year, plus saved most if not...
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    teenagers and pot

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    My philosophy on potting the smoke is... it has medicinal benefits that are vastly superior to anything big pharma can overcharge us for. Now.. where did I put those
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    teenagers and pot

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    You've got Doritos? I'm on my way, bringing the
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    Weed and work.

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

    Facilities test whenever they feel the need. Compliance to testing is mandatory. He may go days.. or years.. or never be tested. He is rolling his own
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    Visitors on Working Days

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

    "I don't know if I am unreasonable that I want to get a good night sleep. " Yes you do know. Take control of your household .. get the sleep and respect you
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    Would you leave your current position over scheduling issues?

    Been there,done that replied to Butterflyxx0621's topic in General Nursing

    If you are scheduled over the 6 shifts in 6 weeks, that needs to be taken to HR. Your manager is walking all over you, you need to be firm with your scheduling needs. Cannot fathom why you would feel...
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    teenagers and pot

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    The Pot... it is bad. Any one who has seen Reefer Madness knows
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    LPN or RN?

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

    Seems like almost the same time length ? You will make MUCH more money as an
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    Home care nurse needs serious advise re ? abused dog

    Been there,done that replied to nurse4sale's topic in Home Health

    Watchful waiting. Continue to observe the situation.. Then if you are not satisfied with the animal's living conditions.... It's just an anonymous call the the humane
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    learning for your own benefit

    Been there,done that replied to guest707142's topic in General Nursing

    Focus on your curriculum. You are getting way ahead of yourself. It's not necessary and could hurt you in the long
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    Compression Socks / Stockings

    Been there,done that replied to GFofstudentRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    What would be the indication for wearing compression
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    Once you work in acute care you can't go back to LTC?

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

    You may be overthinking this. DON expressed how busy they are, HR is no doubt also as busy. Realize they are processing many resumes/ interviews. Patience is what you need right now. Good
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    Advice, please?

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

    For me, night shift made everything worse, sounds like it may also be part of your issue. Imagine yourself in the LTC, private duty, and case management roles. What is the best fit? I don't see you...
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    Help! Manager won't let me off night shift

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

    Some day.. I will
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    Help! Manager won't let me off night shift

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

    Brilliant.
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    Considering dropping out

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

    Third semester, big