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    Bullied by CNAs?

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

    Oh yeah.. the OP is a victim of a well planned out scheme, that she thinks she has no control over. Absolutely , no one has to like or follow your advice. That was not my intention. My intention was...
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    Not working out...

    Been there,done that replied to SwimsWithSharks's topic in Men in Nursing

    Schlepping in a hospital is not all that it seems. You have a professional degree that open many doors for you. Figure out what you want to do... and go market
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    Bullied by CNAs?

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

    Yes, you are the CNA's boss. Their job description begins with " under the direction of a registered nurse ." It sounds like they have developed an effective pattern to avoid work. Do you know how...
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    Bullied by CNAs?

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

    Since when are nurses and CNA's equal? Blaming the victim is not
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    Help! I need to quit my first nursing job after 3 months

    Been there,done that replied to meggers13's topic in General Nursing

    This is not a neuro rehab.. this is a huge money making scam. You are on a medical leave, use it to give your 2 week notice. Just hand in your resignation, your health is worth more than those bozos....
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    Family member in Hospice care

    Been there,done that replied to amortentia62442's topic in General Nursing

    You don't need to be working right now. It's too late for FMLA, hopefully you have an understanding NM, and can take the time. Call a stat family care conference with the hospice nurse. Then do...
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    Nurses forced to work as aides

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

    Time to find the root cause. WHY is your facility experiencing a shortage of CNA's? Approach management with your observations.. and suggestions to solve the problem. THAT is the professional...
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    Just resigned from my first nursing job

    Been there,done that replied to EmergencyNurse2012's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations! I know that feeling. I was not hired for a job I REALLY wanted. Several years later, they REALLY wanted ME. Perhaps the Universe is kinder to nurses. Don't spend time worrying...
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

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

    You know.. that world after the imaginary world of nursing
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    Moving across states

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

    If you have accepted the position, the particulars are up to you. HR does not care how you show up, you show up and be ready and willing to work. Stipends,relocation allowance, and any sign on bonus...
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

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

    Good for you! Thinking the angst acquired during nursing school is individual. I over thought, as usual. Overthinking came in handy in the real world, sometimes.
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    Interview

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

    Check out the Nursing Job Search Assistance site here! Lots of good advice I could have used! I would bring anything and everything I had prepared for in my job search, including transcripts and...
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    Patient Death Experience.

    Been there,done that replied to 2k15NurseExtern4u's topic in General Nursing

    Yes AN is anonymous, we are highly supportive of each other, and can be equally as critical. We ARE all nurses here. I suspect many of them feel the same way that I do... death is my enemy, and...
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    Certain charge nurse is very irritated by my newbie questions

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

    Approaching the charge nurse repeatedly, with many questions over post mortem protocol, would be aggravating.The patient was dead. What did you think you could do wrong? Find the protocol, ask...
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    Comparing myself/feeling inadequate

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

    Can't relate, nursing is not a competition. There will always be a nurse that gets more attention than you, always one that receives less. Staying under the radar is ALWAYS good. You could spend...
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    Nursing is becoming stupid

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

    You get a breakfast break? Sounds like you are working in heaven. I remember that ,way back in the day.. I was in LOVE with the omelet cook. Seriously, enjoy every bite! So many nurses, have no...
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    New to Agency Nursing...is this a red flag?

    Been there,done that replied to mmccool719's topic in Agency Nurses

    Does this agency start with an "M"? They are pushing LTAC , because that is where their highest needs are. You are doing the work, making money FOR the agency. You work where you want to
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    Endorsing to the next shift.

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

    She is definitely acting childish by not speaking to you and whining "I'm tired, and I had a busy night. I want to go home." Not surprised you bristled at that, you are human. As far as saving the...
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    Nursing is becoming stupid

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

    There are many opportunities between MBA, and sweeping up ..to get out of acute care. Feel your pain, my 14 years in a small community hospital earned a whopping 50 K. Can we split that cup of...
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    Should I stay or should I go?

    Been there,done that replied to futurelpn22's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ask yourself why the nurses quit in the first place, and why the new nurses never showed up. It's because they have more experience and can see what is going on. You cannot be forced to work over 40...
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    Are weekender positions worth it??

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

    I've worked every weekend for 4 years. I do miss out on some weekend activities that are important to me. The salary and the time off is worth it .. to me. Only YOU can tell if it's worth it to...
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

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

    I work from home, so the work- life balance is pretty easy. I cook, read, and spoil my dog. Best of luck in your nursing endeavors. You have a special talent... I hope you never lose it to any
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

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

    You must be gifted. I myself have a genius IQ and pulled many all nighters. During my OB rotation, I had the text book open in the car so I could read during a stoplight. I found nursing school to be...
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    To The Point Where I Want to Cry

    Been there,done that replied to BambiBelle07's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I caught that, I meant report him to your state's medical board. You should not be running his office, if you can't reach
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    To The Point Where I Want to Cry

    Been there,done that replied to BambiBelle07's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The doctor has not fired you because, he has already lost too many employees from his abuse and manipulation. He is using you to run his office AND forcing you to make decisions outside of your scope...