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    Are handguns allowed at work?

    Been there,done that replied to TexasGal1964's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You forgot to add holster. Are you aware of the qualifications necessary to
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    Are handguns allowed at work?

    Been there,done that replied to TexasGal1964's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You betcha! Which why I follow my CPL licensure requirement.. and keep it
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    Are handguns allowed at work?

    Been there,done that replied to TexasGal1964's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Because.. leaving it their car makes it
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    Are handguns allowed at work?

    Been there,done that replied to TexasGal1964's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Why are you concerned? You're in TEXAS! Your facility has a policy regarding weapons. Read it. If the nurse has a concealed pistol license, the issue could get complicated. As for me, wherever I...
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    Grand jury duty summons

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

    You have not been selected yet. If you are, you could request an exemption , based on your professional duties. Most facilities will pay you for the time off to perform jury duty. Have a friend...
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    Held to a higher standard

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What is the good
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    Held to a higher standard

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Are we policing ourselves... or persecuting ourselves? Medicine and law professionals know the
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    Held to a higher standard

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What if I don't want that trust
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    Held to a higher standard

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Not just a higher standard.... a ridiculous standard. The public sees us as sweet little angels of mercy.. and all that goes with THAT. The BON is just waiting for a human mistake.. so they can...
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    Is it normal to quit a job because the culture isn't welcoming?

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

    Your place in the hierarchy is not the issue..."the culture at the hospital doesn't emphasize communication to the extent which I'd like" is not your call. Hospitals are staffed by people who are...
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    Is it normal to quit a job because the culture isn't welcoming?

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

    The plot
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    Is it normal to quit a job because the culture isn't welcoming?

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

    Certainly not calling you a hypocrite. Please re-read the "thicker skin" comments. As you are aspiring to become a nurse.... you need to realize that you will not be thanked, appreciated , or asked...
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    Is it normal to quit a job because the culture isn't welcoming?

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

    Thicker skin was MY first reaction. Do you think nurses are "asked nicely" and receive a "Hey, thanks for doing that!" ? "I don't feel like I'm ever recognized if I'm particularly busy and do a whole...
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    Pt stable with a very low Bp?

    Been there,done that replied to sugar12's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on your definition of stable. If 80/50 IS the baseline and they are alert, oriented, with skin warm and dry... I would not consider them unstable. With a bp that low a manual or a cuff...
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    Doctors Without Borders Physician Tests Possitive for Ebola In New York City

    Been there,done that replied to herring_RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Should have been zero people he came in contact with. Does it take a Czar to figure out that.. any one returning from caring for Ebola victims are quarantined for the 21 day incubation
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    Esme Needs Your Prayers and Well Wishes

    Been there,done that replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Best wishes Esme! Get out of that ICU
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    Newly qualified looking first job

    Been there,done that replied to lexi_91's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Congrats! Cover letter and resume' writing can be daunting. Research them. In the case of a cover letter... 3 things are required: why you are writing, what you have to offer and how you will follow...
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    Nurses dressing up for Halloween

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

    The nurses who feel it's unprofessional can opt out. As far as everyone else.. what's wrong with having a little fun at work? People do it every day, nurses.. not so much. I wanted to dress up as the...
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    Returning RN scared of making errors

    Been there,done that replied to Teddy11's topic in General Nursing

    How much orientation did you
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    How are some people still employed?

    Been there,done that replied to K+MgSO4's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Why so many agency? No matter how good they are, regular staff is preferable. There are many bad nurses hiding out in agency work. When one is identified ... just don't have them back. If she is...
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    how hard is it to take a BP????

    Been there,done that replied to gvrn13's topic in General Nursing

    There are MANY variables involved while obtaining a BP. In this case .... the almighty trauma surgeon needed their BP to be taken. Don't fold under the pressure... look them in the eye and tell...
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    Plastic surgery

    Been there,done that replied to Kgj2563's topic in General Nursing

    A professional has the responsibility to inform the employer.... that they do not feel qualified to perform a task. Performing in the OR setting requires specialized skills that you MUST be trained...
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    White pants concerns

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

    May I suggest you invest in high quality scrubs... that are not going to see through to your drawers of
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    Any advice to the concerns I have as a new GN?

    Been there,done that replied to 1Jessie86's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You chose that name though. That speaks volumes about your self worth. Looking forward to your new and improved
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    Med/Surg, offered position in Hospice

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

    Run... to that new position. You will be learning much more valuable skills, that will look excellent on your resume. Good luck! Let us know how it's