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    Family Angry About ER Transfer

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

    This is not your problem to address. This is a doctor problem. Refer them to the provider that ordered the ER transfer. Let THEM deal with the nutso
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    Mandated to work Saturday?

    Been there,done that replied to Bella1988's topic in General Nursing

    "I don’t think this is fair and that my nursing supervisor should work this shift" There is NOTHING fair about nursing. No way is the supervisor going to cover that shift. Agree with...
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    Fired (Wrongfully?) And It Hurts

    Been there,done that replied to joansmith1's topic in General Nursing

    I got fired after two weeks. The manager accused me of lying on my resume. I did not . I got fired for ..not smiling enough. I was one of the best nurses that ever that walked into that...
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    Second Thoughts on Becoming a Nurse

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

    "If you had to do it all over again, would you become a nurse? " No way in Hades. I was a bedside nurse for 28 years. Many nights I have dreams/ nursing nightmares/ PTSD memories. You...
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    I don't want to be Charge!

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

    If any one wants to refuse charge duties, they need to review their job description. Many have the statement "and other duties as assigned." That means you are stuck with
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    RN

    Been there,done that replied to guest1178664's topic in General Nursing

    Do you know your facility's policy for transfers? Most do not even allow for a transfer for one year. There is still plenty to learn in CVICU. Complete your one year there. There will be openings in...
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    Part time gigs for retired nurses

    Been there,done that replied to debi49's topic in General Nursing

    Please explain how I could get into this
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    I made a mistake!

    Been there,done that replied to DH1234's topic in General Nursing

    There should have been set orders for that basic procedure. If the patient needed to be NPO it should have been clearly written out in the pre -op orders entire procedure. Stop beating yourself...
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    Fail drug test or pass on job? New Hampshire?!

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

    "I ended up getting an offer for a position in NH. It's at SNH Medical Center. I have a drug test in 4 days, and even thought I quit I am quite certain I will fail it." Yeah maryjane stays in your...
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    Seeking Advice - Please!

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

    I would stay put. Learn the RN role in the unit you are on. Plan one year at a time... you are going to far out. A lot can happen in that year. For me, a long commute and a cut in pay is not...
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    I don't want to be Charge!

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

    "Our unit has increased in physical size with a move to a different floor, but we have not increased staffing to match and we can't retain the staff we have." I think you are focusing on the wrong...
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    The traveler's I've seen... (add yours)

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

    In any situation, you will find good or bad. I was a traveler and want to set the record straight. I did NOT make more money than staff. The hospital pays more for travelers, but the higher cost goes...
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    Anything wrong with speaking out about staffing issues at work?

    Been there,done that replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Of course not.. You were being shushed.. because management is trying to brainwash staff.. that everything is GREAT! 1:50?? Get outta
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    Looking For Advice On A Hospital Job

    Been there,done that replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in General Nursing

    Since the hiring process was done online, your friend should have a copy of the hiring agreement. Could not hurt to have a pro bono look at the agreement. But that would just tick off DON .. and she...
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    I cant be a nurse anymore

    Been there,done that replied to Cg134357's topic in General Nursing

    I worked at home for an insurance company for many years. I was in Utilization management. Sure it was busy... but I was in my jammies. You could search for other work from home your/ UM positions...
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    My mother caught COVID and is on the ventilator -- now what?

    Been there,done that replied to Aliareza's topic in Disaster Preparation

    What was the outcome of the care
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    Medication Error During A Code

    Been there,done that replied to Nursethoughts123's topic in General Nursing

    Two big things to learn here. "The doc wanted an “amio bolts drip “ he did NOT say IV push 150 mg amio." Verbal orders require a dosage and a route. " I said the other nurse handed me...
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    Pyxis problems

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

    It does not matter if the pyxis requires a witness. You know as a nurse that any waste needs a witness. You have been terminated over a controlled substance issue. We cant help you. You need...
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    New job offer, feeling guilty for giving notice

    Been there,done that replied to mariah25's topic in General Nursing

    You will probably have to resign several more times in your career. You do not owe the employer anything , other than the proper notice. It doesn't even matter the reason you are leaving. Get...
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    Bad shift after bad shift

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

    They are ALL god awful units. With less than one year of experience.... you will have many more god awful experiences. Whenever a family member goes to management, management does not care about...
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    My mother caught COVID and is on the ventilator -- now what?

    Been there,done that replied to Aliareza's topic in Disaster Preparation

    "She told us that she didn't want to live if she couldn't have a high quality life in which she lived at home independently and could essentially return to work and taking trips and go back to living...
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    My mother caught COVID and is on the ventilator -- now what?

    Been there,done that replied to Aliareza's topic in Disaster Preparation

    How old is your mom? Does she have any
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    Is travel nursing for me?

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

    Check out the travel nurse forum. I don't know if med-surge travel would work for you. You will not get hired into traveling without one year's recent experience in any specialty. Sounds more like...
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    Feeling close to the end of my rope...

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

    Full time hospice could be your
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    Manager wants us back in office...

    Been there,done that replied to rn30's topic in General Nursing

    There is a big incentive for them to continue the current arrangement. It has proven to increase productivity. It will also improve morale and retention. The company saves money on less cubicle space...