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    New nurse just doing screening, frustrated!

    Been there,done that replied to Bikernurseof3's topic in Nursing Career

    "I basically get a brief history, list of meds and tell them what to expect day of surgery." You are most certainly interacting with patients. You are teaching and supporting them during an extremely...
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    I can't do this anymore

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

    I cannot fathom why you would LOL and belittle the OP, who is clearly experiencing an emotional conflict. This is a forum for nurses to vent and get advice and SUPPORT. You are either not a nurse,...
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    Cover Letter

    Been there,done that replied to nataliya86's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    A little wordy.. think about these... - I am responding to your need for a progressive cardiac care unit R.N. -I am a good fit for the unit as I have ( describe the exact skills they are asking...
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    Feeling sad and anxious before night shift

    Been there,done that replied to Calinurse4's topic in General Nursing

    "but they really need me on nights now and I want to help out." Do THEY need you more that your family? Is it worth your mental health? Trust me on this one... THEY don't give a rat's patooty...
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    I can't do this anymore

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

    Sometimes patients ARE demented or disgusting. Have you never been disgusted at work? We are nurses, not saints.OP was listing the types of patients that are putting her over the edge right now.And...
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    How many people recognize this abbreviation?

    Been there,done that replied to psu_213's topic in General Nursing

    Totally agree , however the docs surely won't, only the nurses .. who are busy cleaning it
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    How many people recognize this abbreviation?

    Been there,done that replied to psu_213's topic in General Nursing

    Bright red blood per rectum.. damn I'm old. Whether it's approved or not, depends on your
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    I can't do this anymore

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

    classic dame said it all... you must resolve some issues all the way around , before you can focus on your job.(Think I've worked your unit). Sounds like you have to much on ALL of your plates to...
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    difficult family members refusing meds for patient

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

    Two choices: give it after the family leaves it, prevents any conflict you don't have time for... or my personal favorite.. turf it to the doctor! They will not argue with the
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    resume help needed please!

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

    no_ego, please get one! When you get that interview... confidence is the first thing they are looking for. How about some of these: assessment, confidentiality, client safety/comfort,record...
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    Accused of withholding pain medication

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

    Actually, blondy .. in the world of managed care/reimbursement , an I&D is usually a slam dunk for a full admission. Patients are not admitted for pain control. they are admitted because the...
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    Med Aides and First RN Position

    Been there,done that replied to kaydensmom01's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    In assisted living facilities, medication aids "pass" meds. The resident is capable of taking their own meds, the aids are "assisting". In any other setting, helz to the no. That would be crazy and...
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    The 12 mcg Fentanyl patch(vent)

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

    "Oh god. Images of my nursing career flashing before my eyes":roflmao: Fentanyl patches clear or flesh colored ( whose flesh)... are dangerous. My last code as a floor nurse was due to the fact that...
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    How will a "General Discharge" from the military affect my chances of employment?

    Been there,done that replied to NationalGuardNurse's topic in Government, Military

    First of all, I want to thank you for your service. You will bring a unique and valuable skill set to nursing. I feel you are overthinking/compensating for the less than honorable discharge. In the...
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    "Saunameters"

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

    They say saunti, you say centi.. Agree with Munro that the french dialect had an influence. If that's the worst irritation of the day... it was a good one
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    Accused of withholding pain medication

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

    To assume the patient was a drug abuser , based on these few sketchy facts... boggles my mind. Demerol and Lortab on that schedule nowhere near indicates a tolerance. How do you feel about 80 mg of...
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    Pet Peeve

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

    Please... stop with all the disclaimers. Loving CNA's is not required. You have pinpointed the problem. The CNA's are telling YOU what THEY want. Be assertive, look them straight in the eye and say...
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    challenges in psych nursing.

    Been there,done that replied to 1981go's topic in Psychiatric

    "Lets go Nurses!!!!!" I see the encouragement continues. Psych nursing is what you make of it. Are we ever going to see someone cured of Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia , or the dreaded Borderline...
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    Accused of withholding pain medication

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

    If you find this (most confusing policy ) confusing... so do I. What is this magic word known as "breakthrough" and what does it mean in the grand scheme of administration? Is not continued complaints...
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    Got a job...then quit the job.....

    Been there,done that replied to RN that never was's topic in Nursing Career

    Far from saying what you say holds no merit... the community is offering support and valid suggestions. We certainly hear your disappointment. Please at least consider some of our ideas. Sounds like...
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    Accused of withholding pain medication

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

    The patient went 6 hours without pain medication. That is unacceptable. An I&D on the lip area sounds quite painful. If you were questioning the timing of the ordered meds, you needed to call the...
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    New grad advice: psych?

    Been there,done that replied to jessmurph's topic in Psychiatric

    I feel psych would be more helpful in the long run. I never liked psych nursing in school. Returned to it as an agency nurse and found that , not only did I like it, I excelled there. You will not...
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    Second interview, same manager

    Been there,done that replied to PediLove2147's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Agree with Gabby, you do not need new scenario answers. Have a feeling you've got this! The manager in the first interview feels the need to confirm her initial positive impression. Take a little...
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    Sending People to the Hospital

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

    Then you are covered under the doctor's order. Is the facility also attempting to bully the doctor? I am thinking this is huge. Whatever way it works out, you need to protect yourself. Start with...
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    Med Surg Then and Now

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

    Thought ' I 'was cold as a stone. Patients requiring sitters are experienced a variety of issues. Interfering with treatment( pulling at tubes),High fall risk,etc. Rarely found that a patient in a...