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    dialysis or er

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

    There is no reason to feel bad about not taking the dialysis position. After all , you are desperate. This is YOUR career we're talking about. If another opportunity comes along, grab it. Have you...
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    Anatomy of a crash cart

    Been there,done that replied to delphine22's topic in General Nursing

    The facility I worked at had an annual mandatory inservice where mock codes were done. This included review of the crash cart contents. You could approach your nursing ed and suggest this. Before...
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    No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

    Been there,done that replied to OCNRN63's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed! Now stop sticking your tongue out at
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    An ethical dilemma

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

    Your sexual orientation is none of her business, there was no need to correct her misjudgement. Over my years of bedside nursing, I developed this philosophy... "Whatever
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Per Muser... There is an american cannabis nurses association. They were created to dispel most of the inaccurate information that the general public has about MJ. Even talk of a specialty. The...
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Recreational booze, recreational pot.. what would be the
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thinking more like a nice glass of
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Are you suggesting that a recreational marijuana user is a "pothead"
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    "My question is when I apply for a job and take a drug test, if i fail the drug screen will i lose my license even though i have never worked as a licensed RN?" Have a lost my reading comprehension...
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    What do i need to know or to expect coz im still a newbie.

    Been there,done that replied to nurseEsteve's topic in Addictions

    Review your job description . You will be using psychiatric interventions along with your observational skills of withdrawal and relapse. Good luck, let us know how it's
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    Think I'll be Placed in Charge...

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

    YOU can do this. Familiarize yourself with the SBAR format. You will be able to handle any physician interaction. If you are not able to answer the request for any additional info.... most likely...
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    Drug Testing for Newly Graduated RN

    Been there,done that replied to ManNurse7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    From the original post- "Please do not judge, I know it wasn't the smartest thing to do, thank you". Apparently you feel like posters with concerns / questions/ needs just need to "grow up". Op is...
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    I got the job!

    Been there,done that replied to nycRN3's topic in General Nursing

    No wonder you got the job, well
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    New nurse and big mistakes

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

    Umm.. my first mistake was becoming a
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    New nurse and big mistakes

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

    Grn Tea is a scholar and a leader , both on this site and in the real world. Your uneducated comment merely reflects on your inability to appreciate wisdom. Learn and grow..
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    will it be like starting over?

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

    Change is hard.You will be taking the nursing experience you have earned with your everywhere. The EMR and IV pumps will be taught to you in orientation. Learning the routine of the unit and the...
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    My poor husband

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

    Every party has a pooper , that's why we invited you. Comment made by dusky jewel, too ironic for
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    My poor husband

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

    If he didn't wake up during your **examination** maybe a visit to a neurologist would be warranted. Seriously, best of luck... hope it end's
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    So Frustrated I Could Cry..

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

    This is not about "doing what's best for our patients". This is about being used and abused by a poorly run corporation . It is the FACILITY that should be able to staff another nurse, but are...
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    Why is Med-Surg so hated?

    Been there,done that replied to Nola009's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Med- surg is the place to learn and apply the variety of skills you need. Depending on the facility, this experience will either make you or break you. The new nurse requires a well planned...
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    Night Shift and Your Health - Advice Needed

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

    "Now that I can see just how much nights really affected my health"... That is all you need to know. Your Circadian rhythm cannot adjust. No job is worth making yourself sick. In a perfect world,...
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    Home Health RN Case Management info help

    Been there,done that replied to addison365's topic in Case Management

    There are HUNDREDS of home care agencies vying for nurses to fill home care positions. In other words..big Medicare bucks coming their way. They can only make money if an RN provides care. They have...
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    Taking job you know you're going to quit soon

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

    A gal's gotta do, what a gal's gotta do. Relocation is a difficult endeavor. I would most certainly take that job. Learn and grow from your hospital position. You may end up liking it. If the...
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    Starting all over again?

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

    We have had similar careers. I came onto my dream job (age 60) through a large staffing agency. Have you tried these or local nurse staffing agencies? Does your resume list your core competencies and...
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    So Frustrated I Could Cry..

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

    Whatever some one else said, YOU replied.. you have never called off for a social function. To me, that minimized the OP's situation. Interesting that you felt my comment was snark/ hostility aimed...