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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

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

    "She's a coyote, seeking to feed a need." Hmmmm, appears you WERE comparing the charge nurse to a coyote. This charge nurse may have not gone about it entirely politically correctly, but she was...
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    Dealing with nosey nurses

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

    First and foremost.... you do not take a fart... you leave a fart. These questions are not meant to be personal. They are meant to be informational. These nurses are not entirely happy in their...
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    Is it possible to be successful in nursing with poor social skills?

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

    Looks like you have enough experience to find a position that enables you to work on your own. Stop putting yourself in pain, trying to be something you're
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    How to get used to/deal with the inconsistencies of per diem work

    Been there,done that replied to BertG77's topic in Agency Nurses

    If you are concerned that the cancellations are a reflection on your performance, you must ask your employer. Seems like you would be informed of any complaints. Consider private duty on a consistent...
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    Our birth control initiative was written up in the NYTimes!

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

    That.. is WAY
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    describe your typical day as a nurse

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

    Best wishes in your journey to nursing. Nurses don't have a typical day. Each and everyone is a challenge to your heart, body and mind. Any one that succeeds .. is one tough
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

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

    Shocked that the soon to be charge nurse is likened to a coyote. How many members that have 'liked' this analogy.. are charge
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

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

    As a former "know it all" charge nurse your issues concern me. You have 6 months of experience, any insights ( from anyone)should be welcomed with open arms. You perceive her as arrogant, yet she...
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    Calling diabetes experts

    Been there,done that replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    Hades.. or nursing
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    Calling diabetes experts

    Been there,done that replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    FIRST rule is do no harm. To Hades with protocol.This is where we apply nursing
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    Curious-why do people put ADN, RN? It's ASN...

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

    HATE is a pretty strong word. I myself.. was not feelin' the hate. Thick skin is not even an requirement for your
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    Curious-why do people put ADN, RN? It's ASN...

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

    A moot point. Qualifies the holder for the same positions. I have an associate's degree, don't care if it's ADN, ASN or Whatever U. My degree qualified me to sit on my tookas at home making 6...
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    Nurses, how do you view your job?

    Been there,done that replied to 8*P23J's topic in General Nursing

    You should note that the thread is addressed to nurses that have held a job as a nurse. A COMPLETELY different perspective from a soon to be student. Get back to us when you have survived nursing...
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    should the press be exempt from adhering to HIPAA laws?

    Been there,done that replied to 1wellnessnurse's topic in General Nursing

    The press is above the law. Ever hear of "freedom of the press" ? The reporter's just doing what reporter's do. What ever way he obtained the information, he is not bound by HIPAA. Now, the employee...
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    Non nurses on AN

    Been there,done that replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    Number 2 pencil . Why that would be...
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    Nurses, how do you view your job?

    Been there,done that replied to 8*P23J's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting user
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    Nurses, how do you view your job?

    Been there,done that replied to 8*P23J's topic in General Nursing

    What do you consider " beyond the call of duty
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    How do you handle narcissist patients?

    Been there,done that replied to mikala3's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Don't know what kind of facility you work for... but even giving a hint that you are "too busy" to respond to the patient's needs and denying their access to request care would blow up administration...
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    Work from home RN jobs?

    Been there,done that replied to stephORrn89's topic in Case Management

    Took me many attempts. I finally got my foot in the door as an outside contractor. Are you looking at UHG, Aetna, etc? Depending on the employer, your training will most likely take place at their...
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    Noncompliant diabetic patients

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

    Cheap refined carbs,that I would not feed to my
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    Noncompliant diabetic patients

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

    CHEAP refined
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    Noncompliant diabetic patients

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

    It's the patient's right to refuse a doctor's order. You are not going to change their behavior within a hospital admission. Give 'em what they want, make sure the doc is aware of the
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    RN being bullied by LVN

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

    You're not going to change her behavior. I'm sure the agency does NOT want her "belittling" you in front of the client. You can either take THAT up with management , or request another assignment...
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    Don't talk bad about your patients

    Been there,done that replied to BrendaH84's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    :roflmao:Now up to the oncoming nurse to notify the doctor. Need a stat GYN consult and IV
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    advice on career decision

    Been there,done that replied to Caring_RN21's topic in General Nursing

    I've been a nurse for 33 years. Looking back ,the highlight of my career was a travel position in Honolulu. Ya know, where the weather and beaches are beautiful You're only a nurse for 3 days a...