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  1. Been there,done that

    Is there a light at the end of the road?

    Been there,done that replied to jdc6773's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps a financial advisor is what you need. The crusty old bats here are going to tell you to focus on a job, you can't stay in school forever... Pay off your current student loans, before you...
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    Fired now what

    Been there,done that replied to tsm007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've heard 2 different schools of thought regarding brief episodes of employment being tracked by a SSN. Please cite your source, as I am quite interested to know how that can occur. I have held many...
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    Fired after 8 months.

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

    Please elaborate on "not being able to deal with multiple administrative solutions at once". this is the crux of your
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    hiding piercing holes?

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

    Repeat newsflash. A "distraction" is a problem. As a nurse of 33 years, I have achieved some level of maturity. I strive to remain open minded, as I am from another generation. However, when I am...
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    hiding piercing holes?

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

    Newsflash. You will receive unsolicited comments on an open forum. You are beginning to realize that facial piercings and nursing are not a a good combo. Hence your need to "cover up the hole". You...
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    suspended for doing the right thing...

    Been there,done that replied to farmernurse26's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    We're not talking about 3 cupcakes.We're talking about one. Common sense usually
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    home based work

    Been there,done that replied to tfree42's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not quite sure how anyone could recommend Maxim. Are you some sort of
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    suspended for doing the right thing...

    Been there,done that replied to farmernurse26's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So , while the child is in school, the doctor's orders trump the parent's wishes? Homeschooling, here I come. I can tell by the fact you refer to the parent's direction as "whims" , that you don't...
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    Stressed and Anxious New Grad

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

    I'm thinking the switch to nights is a big factor. Even though you are getting 8 hours, your Circadian rhythm is off. Whatever the cause, the physical manifestations of anxiety must be reported to you...
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    Its all different when its your family...

    Been there,done that replied to trolloc6340's topic in General Nursing

    What's his baseline? Does he have a history of COPD? This presentation might not seem unusual to the family. That being said, my mother refused my recommendation, pleading, begging... to go to the...
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    Fired now what

    Been there,done that replied to tsm007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Well, now that we have the idiom faux pas worked out, perhaps some advice would be helpful. I was fired from a job after 2 weeks because " I wasn't smiling enough". I realize being fired can shake...
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    suspended for doing the right thing...

    Been there,done that replied to farmernurse26's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The parent's call the shots regarding .. denial or acceptance of the physician order.. not
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    How to handle a coworker who is giving poor care

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

    Not so sure some responses are meant to "offend" .. rather to give you food for thought. I was charge nurse for many years . I felt one nurse in particular "gave atrocious care"..etc. I took specific...
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    resume/job change

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

    I have a variety of employers on my resume. I was always under the impression " reason for leaving: relocation" was not a job hopping factor. How can NM give a not eligible for rehire, based on a...
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    Confused guy seeking help

    Been there,done that replied to Mr. Confused's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    " I am also offered an opportunity to work for an insurance company where I would go to grad school for a finance degree". Apparently, you convinced someone your were focused. What could possibly...
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    Travel Nursing as a New Grad

    Been there,done that replied to 2014Student's topic in Travel

    Never saw a travel nurse that received "well beyond" the staff rate. OR one that would reveal their salary. Is this a very tough unit, in a very tough
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    No friends at work

    Been there,done that replied to rn5730's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You ticked somebody off. Ask the charge nurse that is sticking up for you, why. Most likely , it 's for no real reason. You are being bullied. In this case, the best defense is a good offense. File a...
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    Valedictorian caught cheating

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

    Sounds like preparation for the wonderful world of nursing. You are going to notice some things that are wrong, that you can't do anything about. You have 3 choices, go to the ceremony , go to the...
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    New Grad - Ain't he special!

    Been there,done that replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Not much you can do except let Mr. idontdopoop to keep his hands off your cart. Hopefully, the CNA's will start handling him on their own. As far as not responding to a call regarding patient...
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    Director of Nursing- When is enough, enough.

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

    Such amazingly wise words from a nursing
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    Director of Nursing- When is enough, enough.

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

    You work for a for profit company that is working you like a mule to boost the corporate bottom dollar. Take your knowledge, experience and dedication and
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    Confused in Brooklyn

    Been there,done that replied to mbr3028's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can't compare your previous work to nursing. I suggest you read some of the many threads on this site regarding the challenges of nursing. If you feel you can stand on your feet for 12 hours...
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    Confused in Brooklyn

    Been there,done that replied to mbr3028's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Why do you want to be a nurse? Not much respect for nurses, either. Can't compare the salary, but I can assure you the work will be brutal compared to a dietician. Do you have family assistance with...
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    Quest for more cash, what are my options as an RN?

    Been there,done that replied to mhy12784's topic in General Nursing

    I earn close to 6 figures working from home for an insurance company. Unsure if that qualifies as a cash cow. Can't beat the
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    Quest for more cash, what are my options as an RN?

    Been there,done that replied to mhy12784's topic in General Nursing

    Any places that pay you to put it back