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    current nursing job

    Been there,done that replied to catiedid71's topic in Nursing Career

    Underpaid is the understatement of the year. Lowest rates around are 50 cents a mile, $50 visit and $75 to open a case. With benefits. Thinking you were dazzled by the "title" Those start up...
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    Interdisciplinary Bullying!

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

    I have a suspicion that far from the psychiatrist and the assistant "sticking their necks out" to get you the position, you were simply one nurse in a long line of nurses that come and go at that...
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    pray, read the bible, but overwhelmed

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

    When you are taken from your med pass to treat an emergency... What is the facilities policy then? That night, many residents did not get their medication.. would that not be a boatload of med...
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    consientious nursing

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

    If you are concerned about conscientous nursing.. please be conscientious enough to spell it correctly. That would also be how MANY staff should there be. Please define your
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    Work in pajamas!

    Been there,done that replied to Indyrn00's topic in General Nursing

    My critical thinking skills are peachy keen fine. The level of case management has taken them to a level that is far beyond the
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    pray, read the bible, but overwhelmed

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

    Been there , done that. See my thread on
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    how nurses can make some extra money, advice please

    Been there,done that replied to froggy8's topic in Nursing Career

    Try agency work, Home care or private duty could be a change of
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    Should I have pushed Doc for more?

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

    Do you have a rapid response team in your facility? I would have used them. That being said, you called the doctor several times, with appropriate updates. You can't always get appropriate treatment...
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    pray, read the bible, but overwhelmed

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

    I also pray. I would not begin to mock anyone's faith. We are tested many times as nurses. We can ask for guidance, but I feel we better be hauling butt at the same time. I was trying to give you...
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    Work in pajamas!

    Been there,done that replied to Indyrn00's topic in General Nursing

    Binge eating and watching TV is NOT an option... you are working. Even though the SETTING is my home, I work nonstop, it's busy and can be quite
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    pray, read the bible, but overwhelmed

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

    God's not going to pass your meds. That is your main function at the facility. Call the doc with the blood sugar, act on the orders and push your pills. Did you notify supervision of the event and...
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    Work in pajamas!

    Been there,done that replied to Indyrn00's topic in General Nursing

    After 25 years at the bedside.. with ever increasing and unmanageable responsibilities.. Yes , working from home in my jammies..... is
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    Feeling like a servant

    Been there,done that replied to nurseywifeymommy1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Had a patient ask for a back massage recently... God help me.. I burst out
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    Feeling like a servant

    Been there,done that replied to nurseywifeymommy1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    We have long been registered waitresses. Some studies report 20% of our duties are classified as handmaiden. The current corporate culture is surely encouraged THAT viewpoint. I have a "fond" memory...
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    What do Nurses think about CNA's

    Been there,done that replied to powers2704's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've noted that the relationship with CNA's is highly dependent on the culture of the facility. many CNA's do not realize that they are working under the licensure of the registered nurse. I respect...
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    What am I getting myself into?

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

    Way back in the day, I was accepted to my states LPN program. The program would supply my schooling cost, plus books, plus, $40 living expenses. ( big money at that time). My mother suggested that I...
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    Ethical Issue -Missing Prescriptions

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

    OP handled it. . The question is how does she get at least a few effin' pills to control her
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    How Would You Report This Illegal Work Situation??

    Been there,done that replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I did not hear any of that in her post. Jealous??? I think not. Frustrated for sure. Concerned for employees possibly receiving medical advice/ patients receiving care out of her scope... that's what...
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    How Would You Report This Illegal Work Situation??

    Been there,done that replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't know what you mean by " a small research clinic". Could you elaborate? Find out what state regulatory agency directly oversees the clinic. Make an anonymous complaint. Just because the...
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    Don't People Have Bills To Pay?

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

    Think you may be missing a concern that we didn't have in the olden days. New nurses are now working for THE MAN .. known as corporate America. They quickly realize that nurses are corporate...
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    Home Health Interview this week

    Been there,done that replied to mmccool719's topic in Home Health

    Expect no benefits, very little training , $40 per visit, $75 to open a case. 50 cents an hour to travel that includes wear and tear on your car and YOUR gas. You could try a hospital based homecare...
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    NEED HELP

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

    Doesn't matter if they apologized or not... they are dysfunctional ( will go off again soon), the other nurse is dysfunctional and you are in a hot mess. Plenty of work for a care giver out there,...
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    Is it me? Is it the job? Why is my confidence so low?

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

    'Is it me as a person? Is it me as a nurse? What do I need to do different?" It's them not you;) You are overworked to the point of burnout. Focus on the part of your job that you like, while looking...
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    Regain employment

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

    Forgive yourself. You saw where your transparency got you initially. You don't need to lie, but you don't need to cut out your heart and lay in on the table either. HR will most likely just verify...
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    New RN; I want to quit my job already.

    Been there,done that replied to irishlynn5's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thinking the night shift is your main problem right now. You are describing the signs and symptoms associated with shift work. I am grateful and astonished by those who can work nights. Please...