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  1. Been there,done that

    Manager wants us back in office...

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

    I worked from home for years. Power tripping managers like to be face to face with the peons. They also like to hold it over your head that "working from home is a privilege". Agree that working from...
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    How to deal with workplace Drama/Gossip?

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

    You are doing a co-worker a favor. Don't stop now because others are nosy. I would answer with" well... that's MY business isn't
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    Experienced critical care RN having a hard time dealing with a bully boss. Advice?

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

    I have been there, done that. You have a power tripping boss, that has decided you are a convenient target. Start looking elsewhere. If you don't finish this lousy orientation... you won't need to...
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    Advice- moved to level 1 MICU

    Been there,done that replied to ar2d2's topic in General Nursing

    I would have given the Lovenox too. The temporary cause of the bleeding was handled. Did you ask to see the blood administration form? It must be obvious you did not initiate the transfusion. Is...
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    Am I being too picky on a job or is it just bad luck?

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

    "$4.5 less per hour than I make now at the hospital as a newer grad" is doable . You need to move on. It is difficult to change areas. Look into insurance work. Best
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    New Nurse Struggling With Doctor Calls

    Been there,done that replied to nursem8's topic in First Year After Licensure

    "this patient needs to be seen". Make this your
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    RN Working Condition in Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Florida

    Been there,done that replied to Cardiac Nurse MSN RN SCRN PCCN's topic in General Nursing

    The Mayo Clinic will suck the life out of you. Rules upon
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    I don’t know if I want to be a nurse anymore

    Been there,done that replied to Vigirl465's topic in General Nursing

    "I failed nursing school twice." Time to quit banging your head against THAT wall. Consult with a school counselor to figure out how your credits could transfer. Social work seems like an option....
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    How should I move forward?

    Been there,done that replied to jrb1201's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on how badly you want to break into L & D. Perhaps you could arrange for a sitter , on the days you may be called in. Best
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    New Nurse Struggling With Doctor Calls

    Been there,done that replied to nursem8's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Learn the SBAR format. Suggesting things is what we need to do for our patients. You are there, you already know what they
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    Antipsychotic medication error

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

    Appears the double dose will not effect the patient negatively. The event still needs to be reported.. to prevent future
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    BSN - no experience and lots of children

    Been there,done that replied to kat1822's topic in General Nursing

    Please send me my medal. You are all over the map with your career aspirations. You have chosen to raise your kids, over nursing. You have decided not to return to work.. for another year and a half....
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    Hate My Job But Feel There Is No Way Out

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

    Night shift is your main problem. It will mess with your mind. Don't work two jobs! If you have 1 1/2 years experience, you can find something else. Quit the second job and use that time to...
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    Time Management

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

    No nurse can handle that nightmare. I find it hard to believe. Slide into home care until you can retire at
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    Unprofessional Clinical Educator.. What would you do?

    Been there,done that replied to hama1111's topic in General Nursing

    She's only an educator, not your manager. She should not be interrupting your care. Tell her,in the future... communicate with me via
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    Fairly new nurse needs advice

    Been there,done that replied to nurse1045's topic in General Nursing

    Consider community health. Good
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    New Grad RN: Should I hang in there or leave?

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

    New grads do not belong in home health, you would be the only set of eyes on the patient, without adequate assessment skills. If you want to remain in ER , accept the additional month. But take...
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    Is it legal?

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

    We can't tell you what's legal. Not in the TOS. I have been a floater too. No way would I accept an assignment this far out of my
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    License Accusation

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

    So happy for you. However, this was 5 years of your life affected for unsubstantiated charges. The BON is power crazy. Might as well ask your attorney if you can press charges against THEM. That...
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    Transitioning to Assistant Living to Nursing home

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

    Do you mean, from assisted living to Nursing
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    Bedside/nightshift burnout

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

    " I want to be able to pick/drop off to school without having to rely on anyone else." Please expound. Does this mean you need flexible hours? Even though the father is out of state and...
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    Getting off orientation too early?

    Been there,done that replied to Bean0621's topic in General Nursing

    At this point, your main consideration is your reference from this facility. It's not going to be good either way. If you are afraid to be on your own, might as well leave
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    Between a rock and a hard place (or Sedated patient deemed me uncompassionate)

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

    You sound like an excellent nurse. Patient fired you, oh well. Your manager is just trying to deflect the complaint back to you. I hope you had time to chart most of what you did. Pain scale...
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    Pregnant and possible needle stick?

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

    First of all, breathe. Further action is mainly in your OB's hands. I have been out of the hospital setting for a long time. My recollection is, when a patient is admitted, the consent for HIV testing...
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    How do you guys do it for so long?

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

    So well written Wuzzie. Thank you for the laugh/