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    If You Changed Careers

    Been there,done that replied to Mavnurse17's topic in General Nursing

    Appears you have 4 years experience. I researched the job boards. Actually got in through a contract agency. I had to work one year before I became on board. Apply with any and all companies....
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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

    You beat me to it
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    If You Changed Careers

    Been there,done that replied to Mavnurse17's topic in General Nursing

    " It feels selfish to continue on just to pay the bills." We all work to pay the bills. Otherwise we would work for free. Think outside the box. You have plenty of experience to find a...
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    I need help. Do I need a new job?

    Been there,done that replied to Grande_latte04's topic in General Nursing

    Yes , you need a new job. This one is not going anywhere. It's only 3 weeks in. Don't think you need to give notice, or put it on your
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    I Hate Being A Nurse, Now What?

    Been there,done that replied to daisydaffodil55's topic in General Nursing

    Now you know you don't want to do med-surg or outpatient. There are many different areas you can consider. If you have the time and the funds to go to school for something else, what would that
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    Manager Woes

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

    Why would you help management? That chick has an agenda that has nothing to do with you or the patients. Keep your head low, do your job and go
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    New RN Age

    Been there,done that replied to Kooper48's topic in General Nursing

    I was 32 when I obtained my degree. I managed to keep up until I was 60. The fact is, floor nursing is hard physical
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    Disheartened by Profession Realities

    Been there,done that replied to 2BS Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    No. The challenge of nursing lies in your observation skills. It's up to you to watch your patient.. comfort your patient.. and do whatever it takes to restore them to health. Nursing is NOT...
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    Which patients are you most scared to take care of?

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

    I'm afraid of Borderline patients. They will control the functioning of the unit every time. You are correct that GI patients can decline rapidly. Instead of laying in bed and worrying about...
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    I can no longer handle nightshift

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

    I could not handle night shift. Slept the entire time I was not working.. and still felt like crap. Give your 2 weeks notice and start looking. It is not worth your physical and mental health to work...
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    Confused nurse! Please need input

    Been there,done that replied to valrn9's topic in General Nursing

    You need to focus. You have enough experience to get a day job.. in the area you want to
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    Mortgage for new RN

    Been there,done that replied to gellyx3's topic in General Nursing

    We don't know what the mortgage lender requirements are. Work with a real estate agent that can answer your
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    Bit Off More Than I Can Chew

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

    I don't know how many hours you are required to work at the part time hospital job, but I would hang onto that one. If you are blacklisted for leaving so soon, it will not just affect your...
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    Bit Off More Than I Can Chew

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

    Please clarify. You have 4 jobs.. I cannot figure out which is which and the one you want to
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    Interpreting New Director Behavior/Personality

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

    " Took away shift diffs, incentives and for part time, like me, holiday pay." There is no way in Hades I would be forced to work a holiday, without holiday pay. No matter how much you like your...
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    So my supervisor won't pay me...

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

    Any time you have not been paid is a red flag. Whether the manager has it out for you, whether the facility is going under, or whatever may be going on... start
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    ADN or BSN?

    Been there,done that replied to Unsuregirl101's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated from an ADN program... but it was many moons ago. I had more than one exam in 4 weeks.. but there was a general exam.. if I did not pass with 78 % , I was out of the program. There is no...
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    I NEED ADVICE!

    Been there,done that replied to Mebzone05's topic in General Nursing

    " urgent care type zone, a medium acuity zone, psych zone, and our critical zone." I ever never heard of an ER divided like this. You are expected to function, at random.. in four different areas??...
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    ADN or BSN?

    Been there,done that replied to Unsuregirl101's topic in General Nursing

    "I get super anxious and have really bad test anxiety." You will be tested at least every four weeks.. in either program. Bite the bullet and get your BSN. Best wishes.. whatever you
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    Coworkers Respecting Each Other's Office Space

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

    Of course you MUST lock your computer. Check your Policy and procedures. You also must manage the assistants. You gave her a directive to and she refused. Write her up each and every time. She was...
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    RN doing rotations

    Been there,done that replied to Guest 1064378's topic in General Nursing

    Some people can adapt to nights and love it . I think it is up to the individual. Keep on your night shift routine if you are doing any kind of on/ off rotation. Make sure your phone is off....
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    Coworkers Opening Patient Windows During Inclement Weather

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

    Perhaps you should move on. I have never worked in any facility where the windows opened. Too many patients and nurses who would
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    My Instructor Used To Be My Nurse

    Been there,done that replied to hikeclimb44's topic in General Nursing

    There are many patients with similar situations and diagnoses. Your instructor has had many patients. It's very hard to remember a specific patient. I can't imagine an instructor speaking poorly...
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    Hired For Underqualified Position

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

    Appears the powers that be knew the State was after them and developed your position to blow a smoke screen. " I was instructed to fill in such documents for compliance. " Biggest red flag of...
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    Nurse forced to work as a tech/CNA

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

    I have worked in patient rehab. The tech role requires a lot of physical labor. Much easier for an RN on rehab. I have worked as a traveler. There is no reason they cannot be assigned to tech...