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  1. Been there,done that

    Effect of IV narcotic leaked from syringe onto hand

    Been there,done that replied to newbie13's topic in Patient Medications

    The IV form of narcotics would not absorb into your skin. That's why we inject it instead of rubbing it on :) Wishing you could relax a little. Anxiety won't help the learning process. Good luck, let...
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    Working with Chinese Americans

    Been there,done that replied to SKayeS528's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have had the pleasure of working in the most diverse culture in the world. That was in Honolulu. It was no different than working in another diverse culture of downtown Detroit. The nurse...
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    when patients are prescribed marijuana

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

    I would not worry my pretty little head about this. The doctor has prescribed the medication, pharmacy dispensed the medication... I administer the medication. End of
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    Charge nurses

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

    I became the charge nurse when my manager asked me to take the role. I kept it because it paid more and my physical work load was less. Must have been good at it because... I got a big old plaque from...
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    Unemployed experienced nurses

    Been there,done that replied to fairyheart16's topic in Nursing Career

    Consider some of the smaller companies. The major ones have so many applications coming through, it takes time to process them all and you get lost in the shuffle. You may enjoy traveling. I wouldn't...
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    if you hate nursing, what would you rather do instead?

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

    "Would you like fries with that ?
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    hard time time for reinstatement

    Been there,done that replied to courtneyqe's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You have earned a MBA. That degree will open so many doors for you. I think most people who have earned that degree did so to run the other way from nursing. Do you feel you have something to prove?...
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    Nurse with disabilities and case management

    Been there,done that replied to RN010101's topic in Case Management

    Hospital case management could be too physical for you. What is your background? Look into insurance companies, especially where you can telecommute. Start by searching "work from home" on this...
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    I want this job!

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

    No child care experience? Ever? Did you ever babysit, take care of siblings, any thing like
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    On being someone's breakfast....

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

    You are quite articulate in writing( very useful in nursing school BTW)... Use that skill in real time. Please be aware that the rolling of eyes and raising of the voice is NOT acceptable in any...
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    On being someone's breakfast....

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

    And mean people
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    Allergic to hand sanitizer

    Been there,done that replied to ama3t's topic in General Nursing

    Ama, first of all stop beating yourself up because you have an allergy. You have not "failed" your employer ,or any one else because of this. Take time to get control of the situation , and move on....
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    What do I do?

    Been there,done that replied to Emily#1's topic in General Nursing

    Paramedic preparation would entail another course of study that you should pursue. You are not clear on your course of study. Please.. use your counselors and get their assistance on the path you...
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    Any advice?

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

    Excuse my snooping into the Men in Nursing Forum. As nursing is a 94 % female dominated profession, perhaps your query directed to men .. could limit your insights into the field. I also, started...
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    Help Help

    Been there,done that replied to RN_TOBE's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hate to tell ya this doll, but that's a pretty basic question. Please get some tutoring for ratio and proportion calculations. I was good in math and I needed some extra help. The college tutor was...
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    Seasoned nurses

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

    I got into case management at the tender age of 61. Sent my resume to several contracting agencies and got my foot in the door at an insurance company. Worked for a few months as a contractor and then...
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    Triage Call Bell?

    Been there,done that replied to Esme12's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I worked in a brand spanking gazillion dollar unit that had these call lights. Spent the budget on pretty floors and computers in every room. Surely not more staff!! Patient ratio was 1:7, 1:8.......
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    i feel not good enough...

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

    What is she saying to CNA's? She is not talking to any one in particular . She is saying, she is being not being utilized to the degree she has trained for. How could THAT possibly offend a CNA? OP...
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    Do you read hospital Yelp reviews?

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

    No, but I will
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    i feel not good enough...

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

    7 years as an LPN opens many doors for you. I have an friend that is an LPN. She teaches at a local for profit college, does clinical documentation for an insurance company. Start thinking outside...
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    still having trouble.

    Been there,done that replied to britmansf18's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I dunno Houtx. As a traveler and an agency nurse I have been through and passed, many stringent background checks. I purposely left off one (huge corporation) employer. I am pretty sure the SSN check...
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    treading water: burnout and compassion fatigue

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

    "I really feel like medicine is a much darker world than I realized." Exactly. Each and every person you encounter during your efforts at patient care has THEIR OWN AGENDA. That is why you must remain...
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    Annoying female coworker conversations

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hard to believe you would post a sexist response to a sexist question. This is an OPEN forum. The OP was questioning female behavior in the workplace. Both he and you should value and learn from ANY...
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    Annoying female coworker conversations

    Been there,done that replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    And we have a whole 'nother thread. My 9mm fits in my hand, the hollow point and my aim .. will do the job just
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    still having trouble.

    Been there,done that replied to britmansf18's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You have the perfect rationale for not starting your nursing career.... you're starting a family. Legally your resume can say whatever you want it to say. Your problem lies with your answers on the...