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    Transgender Nurses - experiences/opinions

    Been there,done that replied to Kaley1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You have made the choice to become a nurse. You have made the decision to change your gender. They are both difficult endeavors. You do not require validation.. you are strong enough to succeed on...
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

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

    I couldn't agree with you more about nursing diagnoses. But, as you are a provider... isn't $220/240 licensure fee the going
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    A little ticked

    Been there,done that replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Estimates of lateral violence in the nursing workplace ranges from 46–100 percent (Stanley et al. 2007). Nursing literature abounds with examples of prevalence. - See more at:...
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    Interview for UR position

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

    They are offering you an interview because of your clinical skills. Are you familiar with the principles of managed care? Cram and jam anything and everything about Interqual. You need to present...
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    Patients need a nurse, not a computer

    Been there,done that replied to herring_RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Amen, preaching to the
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    I passed my first semester of nursing school!

    Been there,done that replied to mrsnurse2014's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congratulations on making it this far. 'How do you cope with this and not become depressed? " concerns me . Depression is not an option. What type of program excepts 47 % as a passing
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    Bedpan dilemma

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

    I feel for you with the lack of support from the CNA's. Yep, threw you under that bus. However YOU were driving the bus. Dulce lax? MOM in the AM? Leaving a patient on a bedpan over 30 minutes?...
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    A little ticked

    Been there,done that replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The oncoming aid is much worse than "ungrateful" she is bullying.Bullying in an attempt to have her work done for her. Quite sure this is not an isolated incident. This is lateral violence..... and...
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    Transgender student nurse

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

    Well
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    Can a nurse survive on several per diem jobs?

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

    Agency work could keep you busy until you decide what you really want to do. Do you want to stay in the hospital? If not start searching for other areas. I had 30 years in when I found my dream work...
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    Burned out and depressed

    Been there,done that replied to MG1984's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Any position that is driving you to be prescribed medication in order to handle the stress.. is not a position worth holding. You also have personal stressors and lack of sleep that is preventing you...
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    Do I throw down the Gauntlet?

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

    As previous posters have been quite PC and eloquent on the reasons for throwing down the gauntlet.. I can only add.. you have nothing to lose and smart mouthed resident has much knowledge and respect...
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    Question about METOPROLOL!

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

    Definitely clarify. However, the doctor may want to keep the systolic BP Let us
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    Kudos board

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

    Thankfully , they did nothing. I was approached by my manager to help develop such a "board". She noted the sarcasm when I suggested using "little gold stars" and the idea was
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    What did you get for nurses week?

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

    The
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    Home-based Nursing jobs

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

    Feeling your pain. Search here on AN using phrases such as "work from home". 10% of the workforce does! I work from home for an insurance company.. would be a good place to start your search. Good...
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    Is this common with nurses and doctors?

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

    Are you familiar with SBAR and does your facility use the format? Yes, many times the physician will expect your recommendation to the situation you have reported. Don't let yourself be expected to...
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    Worried about getting blacklisted if I complain about care - what do you think?

    Been there,done that replied to visionary123's topic in General Nursing

    Quality issues are protected by HIPAA. Young snot nosed ER "doctor" needs a come-upance ! She not only mistreated your daughter,she endangered the
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    Help!!! How can an experienced med/surg nurse get a job?

    Been there,done that replied to Cathyd241's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You have hospital experience, endo and home care. You seem like a desirable candidate. Are you certain you interview well? I found many opportunities through agency, travel and contractor positions....
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    Transgender student nurse

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

    I see no statement of support in your post. How would you like us to support the OP? I made a statement of fact that highly emotional people will not make it in nursing school.Hoping that OP would...
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    Interview dress code

    Been there,done that replied to AprilCroushore's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sounds all right. However.. dress for the position that is held by the interviewer. Hope you have a "job interview jacket". I used the same gray , fancy dancy one for all of my interviews. Best of...
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    What game show describes your workplace?

    Been there,done that replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Beat me to it! EXACTLY, all about the
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    The stress of nursing is ruining my general psyche.

    Been there,done that replied to AB1489's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My name! Taken in vain Could not agree with you more, though. Float nursing is THE most difficult position anywhere. OP needs to pick a unit and stay there.. until her fabulous credentials opens up a...
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    Have bad attitude- RN to BSN programs

    Been there,done that replied to anon456's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You may want to rethink that blanket statement.. I got my 75K job with a Fortune 500 company with an Associate
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    I need help!!!

    Been there,done that replied to Rn 1979's topic in General Nursing

    Hopefully, you did not just drop the class, without requesting assistance to pass.Your school should be made aware of your problem and assist you with your difficulty in Fundamentals. Do you feel you...