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    I need your advise please

    Been there,done that replied to Guest862922's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    My employer encourages the use of the compliance committee. They are there to reviews policies and procedures specific to the organization. What makes you feel you are being
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    Hospice Nursing Question

    Been there,done that replied to stirfried's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Jesus , Mary and Joseph! That is NOT hospice protocol! Hospice means no heroic measures to prolong life. Most certainly not withdrawing current meds for underlying conditions. Most certainly that...
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    Are there 10 hr shifts in Nursing??

    Been there,done that replied to firstinfamily's topic in Nursing Career

    My first position ( in a hospital) ... a gazillion years ago was 10 hours. In my current position in UM for an insurance company . most case managers work 4 ten hour shifts. Flexible scheduling is a...
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    You can add your credentials to your username

    Been there,done that replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in News, Announcements

    That credential.. got me many interviews;) recruiters appreciated the candor and the implications. Just an FYI for my fellow nurses that are still searching
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    You can add your credentials to your username

    Been there,done that replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in News, Announcements

    Cool! However.. I do not see "school of hard knocks "
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    Case mgmt vs utilization review

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

    If you are being offered training in both specialties.. you are the only one that can weigh the pros and cons. Personally, I feel working from home trumps
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    Working Agency at my Place of Employment? Is That Allowed?

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

    You need to run that scenario by your facilty's HR.They must make that
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    How helpful/important is it to work as a CNA before going to nursing school?

    Been there,done that replied to ReadyToListen's topic in General Students

    The benefits you would gain.. depends on you. Some students need the base a CNA experience would provide. Do you feel you need experience with hands on skills and getting the feel for a hospital...
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    How to deal with a slacker coworker

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

    Interesting. I never had to write any one up as a charge nurse. The discussion was enough to improve performance. The last hospital position I held ( as in house agency).. I only had to access the...
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    How to deal with a slacker coworker

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

    I wrote them up ... each and every time. It
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    Fix me NOW (but on my terms or I'll leave AMA)

    Been there,done that replied to HikingEDRN's topic in Emergency

    Dang JR you beat me to the
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    IV starts in nursing schools

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

    I was not taught how to start an IV in school. It's all about Liability. The ability to start an IV is paramount to nursing. To hades and back with the school's legal issues. We need to be well...
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    Feeling alone

    Been there,done that replied to cgarman's topic in Critical Care

    This is your first month after orientation. Your orientation continues "unofficially". You deserve continued mentoring, not criticism. Go to management with your second preceptor. Document ,...
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    Nurses Eat Their Young

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

    For the most part, it is NOT true. Your experience will be individual to you and the unit /staff where you begin your career. I am a crusty old bat that went out of my way to mentor and support...
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    New nurse and feeling discouraged by older nurses?

    Been there,done that replied to x28y31's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "whispiering about me" I do believe you have formed a new word! And it fits perfectly. This is not so much, old VS new nurse. This is about "proving " yourself. I had 30 years experience, was doing...
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    Devastated on First Write Up

    Been there,done that replied to RNtoThe3rd's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Look down... do you see a big red 'S' on your chest? No... you don't. Two nurses and a tech off on break... on a crashing unit boggles the mind. Who was in charge? Your labeling error should be a...
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    Talky Nurse

    Been there,done that replied to HappyWife77's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Talky nurses are anxious. They are attempting to soothe their anxiety and fake out others around them that they are NOT
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    Third Shift VA Opportunity, but HUGE homelife change

    Been there,done that replied to FreshRN41's topic in General Nursing

    My insight is from 30 years back. If I could go back in time, I would have stayed home with my children. With a newborn, a kindergartener, a difficult position like nursing, plus earning a degree.....
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    Don't Call Them Nurses!

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

    Story: sister in law was told by MA her urine culture was negative, no need for follow up. I knew her presentation/ symptoms. She is diabetic, and had developed confusion. I called and spoke with...
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    Gave it a year...when to decide bedside is not for you?

    Been there,done that replied to Curious1alwys's topic in Nursing Career

    This reminds me of students who post homework questions. Start by searching this site. Six years experience opens many doors for you, but you have to open them
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    Gave it a year...when to decide bedside is not for you?

    Been there,done that replied to Curious1alwys's topic in Nursing Career

    Your facility should NOT have you float during your first year. You needed stability to form your basic nursing skills. Kudos to you for being able to "survive".. but your health is not worth it. You...
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    Sepsis

    Been there,done that replied to dudette10's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    You are spot on with the assessment, rationale and quoted protocols. However in the real world .. protocols are NEVER carried out according to the book. Each scenario is dependent on the players....
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    Why should I become an rn instead of a pa?

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

    I always hated compare and contrast questions. Only YOU know if a registered nurse position will be better or worse ( for YOU) than a physician assistant role. This is a personal
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    Being a Nurse

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

    Well said. Keep aware doing those situations... you will see some amazing
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    LPN 1st assignment today

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

    Oh yeah.. bitten off more than any one could chew. Did your agency require a check list of your qualifications/experience? Or are they throwing you to the wolves to take their cut of the payment?...