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    Tele RN: New job

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

    We don't know the extent of your test. Ask HR or the manager.. what you will be tested on, so you can prepare. Telemetry interpretation is a skill that takes time and training to learn. There is NO...
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    Bachelor`s in Psychology Struggling to Get into RN

    Been there,done that replied to implathszombie9's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Getting into any nursing school is not easy. Consult the college that awarded your degree. Some of your credits may apply to a nursing degree. It depends on whoever accepts your application....
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    Is it normal to feel this way?

    Been there,done that replied to The0Walrus's topic in General Nursing

    This resident is not needy. She has an undiagnosed psych condition. Get the provider to diagnose and prescribe the correct psych
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    Questions for med/surg nurses. (school assignment)

    Been there,done that replied to Technicasualty's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Answers on this anonymous forum may, or may not qualify as from practicing nurses. There is no way these questions can be answered briefly. We all have individual experiences. Best of luck with...
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    HATE bedside nursing

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

    You don't need a doctorate to get away from the bedside. Scour the job boards to see what your degree and experience can do for you. The insurance industry worked for me. Best
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    ADN w/ no experience moving to California

    Been there,done that replied to dgreen2030's topic in General Nursing

    Currently, job openings for new grads are more plentiful in Florida than some areas of California. When you have achieved your education, things could be completely different. All you can do is, start...
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    Discouraged

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

    First of all, hospital nursing is not the end all ..be all of the profession. Check out the many threads here on AN. You will see that hospital nursing is brutal. You are quite successful in two...
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    A&P l in Summer or no

    Been there,done that replied to Chrys Oberieo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If that is the only pre-req you have to complete, you might as well go for it. A & P was the only course I didn't get an A in. It is tough. Doing it in an abbreviated session will make it even...
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    Home health nurse working as a maid?

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

    Yep.. you are a maid... or a buddy, or whatever. You are not performing as a nurse. Medicaid is paying your salary and paying the agency big bucks as well. Whatever, during this crisis.. you have a...
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    Feeling defeated as a bedside nurse

    Been there,done that replied to wsunurse14's topic in General Nursing

    You will find many threads here on all of your issues. You are far from alone. Think about WHY you are the most senior nurse on the unit. It is because administration is working everybody like a mule...
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    Lazy patient

    Been there,done that replied to Katie622's topic in General Nursing

    What does "obligated" mean here OP? If I was sure the patient could perform the task, I would not do it for them. Our role is teach
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    Choice Between Two Jobs Conundrum

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

    What is your goal? Do you currently have a job that pays the bills? Straight hire is a much better deal than contract. "so once accepted I would be expected to stay at this assignment" Only if you...
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    Do nurses make a difference?

    Been there,done that posted a topic in General Nursing

    I went into the field many years ago. I was idealistic and hoped to save lives and comfort the sick/ dying. Were we successful.. at
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    Nurse vs Respiratory

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

    "I'm 1 of three travelers working at this hospital". Think this is the main problem here. In many cases, other disciplines, CNA's, lab, do not respect you as much as a regular staff nurse. They...
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    Nursing with little to no hands on patient contact? More critical thinking?

    Been there,done that replied to Guest716906's topic in General Nursing

    Insurance companies. Worked for me! Good
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    Has anyone ever stepped down from a role?

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

    Realize that residents will be sent out frequently. You were notified because that is the process. Your responsibility now, is to review the medical record. Talk to staff, and develop a plan to...
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    Help me choose a shift please! Time sensitive..

    Been there,done that replied to starmickey03's topic in General Nursing

    Have worked from home for many years, so I get that. Thought your main goal was time with the kiddos. See that there are other variables , like the loan forgiveness. Best of luck with your...
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    I feel like I will never be a nurse. Need some advice/motivation

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

    Your clinic job should have told you what you were doing wrong and give you a plan to improve. did they do that? You have a LPN license. That is priceless. We were all scared and felt dumb in the...
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    Help me choose a shift please! Time sensitive..

    Been there,done that replied to starmickey03's topic in General Nursing

    WHY would you leave the work from home position? I can see where you would need to bring in day care, but you would have a limited availability for the kids. WHY is your heart in corrections?...
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    Tips for dealing with techs/pct’s as a new grad

    Been there,done that replied to Wright007's topic in General Nursing

    When approached by a tech for assistance, look them in the eye and tell them YOUR priority. The trouble maker should be dealt with in a write up. That is not up to you while you are in orientation....
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    New grad need help, afraid I’m failing

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

    Good you reviewed the xray report. That is awesome. It is the curse of the nurse.. that we have to tell doctors what to do. But we do. Why would one doctor say give a diuretic.. and another .....
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    Alarm Fatigue Design Feedback

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

    Colors.. vibrations..whatever. I have carried beepers.. seen flashing overhead screens.. does not matter.. if I can't see them... I can't respond fast enough. You are in a no win situation. The...
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    Very unhappy with Nursing after 5 years, burnt out. PLEASE HELP

    Been there,done that replied to Guest716906's topic in General Nursing

    You have a good background. Think outside of the box. You have enough experience to get out of the hospital setting. Insurance companies are begging for you. Good
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    New grad need help, afraid I’m failing

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

    Management cannot make generalizations as to your lack of performance. At this time, you should be given a specific plan as to what is needed to improve. It sounds like a toxic environment. Your...
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    Timetravel

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

    Don't do it. There are many better professions for intelligent