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    Pyxis report question...being falsely accused!

    Been there,done that replied to Jasper676's topic in Patient Medications

    Holy chit! Most facilities have implemented the policy that..... putting a controlled substance in your pocket is cause for immediate dismissal. Why isn't the entire unit on
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    New job as a Case Manager/Quality Assurance Reviewer

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

    Know your employers policies and business rules inside and out. Once you get a handle on that.... it'll all fall into
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    RN jobs at home?

    Been there,done that replied to RN1023's topic in Nursing Career

    There are many nursing positions where you can work from home. Start by searching this site. Working from home , while taking care of your baby.. would not be fair to your employer. Child care is a...
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    Phasing out Unit Clerks???

    Been there,done that replied to ShimmaShimma0304's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Just another task ... for the good little
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    How to tell my boss I want to transfer?

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

    I' m confused.. it is 6 months or 1 year before you can apply to other positions? Either way.. you have put in your time.. you owe nothing to your manager. This is your life, your career, and your...
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    Coworker forged my signature...

    Been there,done that replied to sofla98's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hard to believe management and administration has not acted on these behaviors. Most facilities have a code of conduct in place that would have her out the door by now. Document, document, document...
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    Thinking about taking Unit Secretary course..

    Been there,done that replied to PriorArmy0205's topic in General Nursing

    That's a difficult course. I couldn't pull it off while studying for a bachelor's . You need to research and see if there are facilities hiring new ward clerks. The position is not so much medical as...
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    Newbies Who Want to Pay ZERO Dues Schedule-Wise

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

    Not sure what he's complaining about. Even if their is a shred of legitimacy, bad mouthing the manager and constant complaining will show him the
  9. Been there,done that

    RN returning to nursing after * years

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

    All up to the BON. You've received some great suggestions. Could you do some volunteer work in a hospital you would like to work for? Best of luck, let us know how it's
  10. Been there,done that

    Is it fair for the media to blame the RN in Texas for contracting Ebola?

    Been there,done that replied to luv2's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I assume you are referring to ..National Nurses United | NNU Ebola Conference Call
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    Yesterday

    Been there,done that replied to Vtachy1's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Whenever the creator is referred to as "he" it's time to end any discussion on
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    Yesterday

    Been there,done that replied to Vtachy1's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    News flash.... the creator loves atheists
  13. Been there,done that

    Had to code my best friends husband

    Been there,done that replied to wannabeagreatRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You were a friend first, a nurse second. You went above and beyond in your efforts to break through his denial/avoidance. Please talk to your obstetrician ... you and the little one need immediate...
  14. Been there,done that

    For nurses who work from home

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

    Your break time will depend on your employer's
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    Avoid getting sick while working in a clinic??

    Been there,done that replied to anh06005's topic in General Nursing

    Probiotics 25 Billion CFU daily.. you'll be
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    Atrial Fibrillation Increase...

    Been there,done that replied to awire's topic in Cardiac

    That increase would not effect cardiac output. As long as the patient is anti-coagulated and exercising per orders, nothing to do right now. Did you ask the physician for their
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    CAREER PATH?

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

    Do you not think a position within administration that involves patient teaching.. would be learning new skills? The hospital skills you refer to are tasks, teaching is a skill. You could go prn in...
  18. Been there,done that

    We in hospice have a lot of educating to do

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

    As a health care PROFESSIONAL, that has provided hospice care to many patients ( my best friend included).. I can assure you I do not need educating by a non professional. I have seen the scenarios I...
  19. Been there,done that

    "Contract" UR/CM positions, AZ

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

    What is the job description for the clinic CM position? Is it truly case management? In that case the pay cut would be worth it. The BCBS position would most likely take 3 months just to train for....
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    For nurses who work from home

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

    Some positions will let you set your time in 3 or 4 hour blocks, as long as you meet a set quota of cases. My productivity is monitored by the number of cases I process. I work three 12 hour shifts...
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    PVT "Good pop up" Failed?

    Been there,done that replied to GodmademeRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Perhaps when you complete your studies and are waiting your exam results... you will understand what the OP is going through.. and have a little
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    PVT "Good pop up" Failed?

    Been there,done that replied to GodmademeRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Can we have just a smidge of compassion for a stressed out nursing student? Do you remember waiting for your
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    PVT "Good pop up" Failed?

    Been there,done that replied to GodmademeRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Suppose it COULD happen... but try to relax:up: you've got this. Save the worst cast scenario thoughts .. for when you start practicing. Now please... go have some
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    "Contract" UR/CM positions, AZ

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

    Not new at all. Many companies want to "try before they buy". They see if you will be a good fit or not. Contact these agencies, they will be happy to tell you which companies are hiring...
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    Nurses responsibility

    Been there,done that replied to trinay30's topic in General Nursing

    Think you're focusing on the wrong system. CO2 retention most likely caused the decreased LOC. Was he using his