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    Newbie nurse, 2nd day precepting in ICU. I cried. Will I make it?

    Been there,done that replied to Guest1158260's topic in General Nursing

    Been there, done that. I also excelled in academics, but fumbled through the hands on skills. My brain is just not wired for the mechanical applications, but I learned through repetition. I found that...
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    ER nurse dealing with bullying...

    Been there,done that replied to guest1156666's topic in General Nursing

    Agree! If OP has a problem accepting any perceived criticism here on AN..criticism in the work place will be too much for
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    Career Advice Please! New Grad Boston RN

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

    What are your duties in the health center? Are you enjoying the job? What is attracting you to med-surg? See the many threads here on AN from nurses desperate to get out. Leaving a job after three...
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    Being written up

    Been there,done that replied to Springdaisy04's topic in General Nursing

    The phone call is not the issue. The alleged assault is the issue. You reported the issue and followed procedure. You were written up, because the powers that be are throwing you under the...
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    New grad first job as Clinic RN?

    Been there,done that replied to GOAL2BRN's topic in General Nursing

    I second Wuzzie, that anything with "float" in the title is a tough gig. You will be learning different layouts, different doctors ,different co-workers and different procedures for each clinic. How...
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    Would you rather?

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

    Your second grader is your full time job. Don't stress yourself out, so you can enjoy raising the
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    Next Career Steps...undecided

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

    You have four completely different specialties listed. Only you know where your real interests are. Adult rehab is a tough gig. Depends on the nurse patient ratio. I worked a rehab unit with 6...
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    Has anybody else switched from an RN job to a CNA job?

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

    So many more options than LTC or hemodialysis. You are not able to focus right now. Time for professional counseling . Best
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    Feeling lost in my nursing career

    Been there,done that replied to BButterfly1993's topic in General Nursing

    "I feel guilty to step away from critical care". Critical care will survive without you. You are in a new situation. Your newborn comes first. Take some FMLA and search for a position that works for...
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    OMG, I cannot believe what I did. What I should do now!

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

    Not sure what you texted to your charge nurse. Should have kept your mouth shut and learned from the situation. You already know the patient is fine. If you had to lie three times.. you messed up....
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    Difficulty In Switching Specialties

    Been there,done that replied to ali412's topic in General Nursing

    I cannot imagine being bored after one year. I was never bored after 30 years at the bedside. There was always a new diagnosis or a new situation. Your attitude is shining through. "I get an...
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    Working short

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

    Appears that the powers that be had a plan.. That would be to boost their bottom line, using the sweat off of nurse's backs. Administration knows you are now working short and they like it. Patient...
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    Was my decision to quit wrong?

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

    Travel agencies should be snapping you up. Have you interviewed with any hiring facilities ? That is the second step in travel agency employment. If you are not yet ready for a permanent job. try...
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    Driving 1.5 hrs (one way) to work. Good idea?

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

    This is an individual decision. Have you worked 12 hour shifts before? Have you done the math? On a good day you will be commuting and working for 16 hours. Imagine two shifts in a row, or even three....
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    Has anybody else switched from an RN job to a CNA job?

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

    I meant... what have you done to move towards a different area of nursing. There are many areas you can move to, using your licensure. I scoured the job boards, for anything and everything I was...
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    Has anybody else switched from an RN job to a CNA job?

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

    Not crazy.. it's maximum burnout. I was there. Thoughts of doing waitressing, housekeeping ... ANYWHERE but nursing. Going to the CNA role will not help your burnout. You would be in the same setting,...
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    Switched Departments... And Still Regretting It.

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

    " I'm totally out of my comfort zone in acute care, and miss working with the same residents every day." Certainly, you miss your old job..and the new one is a challenge. This is true with any job...
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    Help with resignation letter

    Been there,done that replied to AMRN1013's topic in General Nursing

    You need to give your resignation in person first. Have your letter with you. Simply state that the role has not worked out well for you, and you are looking forward to returning to the floor. This...
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    No med room.

    Been there,done that replied to nursing9462's topic in General Nursing

    It's more work for the nurse.. as you have to pull meds for each patient and prepare it in their room. Back and forth to the Pyxis for every med administration. The corporate machine does not care .....
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    What do nurse managers delegate to RN and UAP?

    Been there,done that replied to beccasto01's topic in General Students

    Hello, welcome to allnurses. What is a
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    New grad, got ICU!! ANY TIPS?!!

    Been there,done that replied to nikki1018's topic in General Nursing

    Make a list of questions at home to review with your preceptor the next day. Also do a little research on the diagnoses you see on that shift, that helped me apply all the book learning. ICU is...
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    Bedside or management?

    Been there,done that replied to plphil4's topic in General Nursing

    This is a completely personal choice. As for me, I could NOT wait to get away from the bedside. In covid time.. getting away from bedside is priceless. Your only cons for ANM are 5 days a week...
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    Almost 2 years in and still making mistakes

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

    Swollen eyelids during a blood product transfusion is a major reaction. Stop running to mama charge nurse.. and handle it yourself. Follow protocol and notify the MD! You are not taking...
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    old deaf nurse

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

    Hearing loss is common in the 60's and progresses. This outcome will depend on the severity of the hearing loss. She knows how this is affecting her ability to care for patients. Her concern should be...
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    Random drug testing

    Been there,done that replied to Adina bat Reuven's topic in General Nursing

    IF you are tested and IF you are positive for benzos, your company policy will decide what to do with those results. "prescribed a very low does of PRN ativan just for the days I have to work"....