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    Blood specimen from iv sites.

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

    Excuse this oldy moldy. Back in the day... any peripheral site was changed in 72 hours. My thoughts still remain that the chance of infection is present, without obvious signs. Wonder if an infection...
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    Blood specimen from iv sites.

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

    This would be covered under existing policy, the big question is why was a peripheral site left in for
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    Report or not when administrators have favorites

    Been there,done that replied to NeuroICU_RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Does it occur to you that nurses are human? Someone in her family died and she was in shock. Hopefully, YOU will never be required to do a "proper" hand off while you are in shock. This is not a day...
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    How long did it take you to find out your dream specialty?

    Been there,done that replied to hp131071's topic in General Nursing

    Finding "the one" involves putting yourself out there. It's not going to come to you. If you enjoy chaos, it's everywhere in nursing. Have you applied to any openings at your facility? If you REALLY...
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    Infusion times....in a pickle...

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

    Pharmacy is your friend, consult them. I know the instinct is to just ask your preceptor, but use your other
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    Old nurse won't retire

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

    She already gave you the okay to tell her. Do that, I'm sure you will do it in the kindest way
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    Thinking of quitting my new job.

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

    " I know who I am, and I am headstrong and hot blooded. " You are also in a probationary period. This is the time where you prove your skills and how well you will work with the team. Might as well...
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    How do you deal with dizziness and syncope?

    Been there,done that replied to Guest878640's topic in General Nursing

    Lay them down, start an IV, get an EKG . Do q 15 minute vitals and neuro checks, if they were syncopal.. do not leave the bedside and page a doctor to the bedside
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    Remote Telephonic Nursing

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

    You are highly qualified for telecommuting positions. Research here and on the job boards. Cosmicmama gave you good advice, the big insurance companies want you, but also look at regional HMO's....
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    First job after LPN licensing & Being treated with disrespect!

    Been there,done that replied to Mary0000's topic in General Nursing

    You may have the same title, but you are new. Anywhere you work, a good senior nurse should still watch out for you and the patients, especially if there are only two of you. Be grateful for her...
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    New Nurse Anxiety

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

    Your symptoms are way beyond normal new nurse anxiety. You need to see your PCP stat. Best
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    I want to get out of nursing, but should I do the BSN anyway?

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

    Never felt the need for a BSN. My understanding is it can be done fairly cheap and all on line. If you are just looking to get away from the bedside, you have the experience to do
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    HIPAA Violation, Fired

    Been there,done that replied to kosmopolitan's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I think the OP is trying to make a point about mean, power-tripping co-workers. The charge nurse watched her do it, then reported her. S/he could just have easily pointed out it was a
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    Please help

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

    You need to speak to an academic counselor. CNA, RN, and NP are completely different
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    PRN scale opioids

    Been there,done that replied to Emmers4's topic in General Nursing

    Technically the max dose would be , 4 mg in 4 hours. In reality... you would get an order for whatever it takes to relieve your patient's
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    A nurse with a difficult name??

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

    You are going to have many bigger challenges in nursing. Be proud of your name. You can always ask patients to just call you kitten. Best wishes on your nursing
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    How to brush up on everything!

    Been there,done that replied to Mqnurse43's topic in Nursing Career

    The hospital must have confidence in you to hire you, after 5 years away from the bedside. Hopefully, you will have an extensive orientation. I have been away from the bedside for 7 years, wouldn't...
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    Nurses help me

    Been there,done that replied to milo65's topic in Nurses Recovery

    An anonymous forum is the BEST place to be scolded and questioned. You will be questioned by a professional group of your peers... concerned if you should continue to hold licensure. It will not be...
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    Nurses help me

    Been there,done that replied to milo65's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Certainly consult an attorney before you do anything. Your husband's medication box contains loose meds? Your co-worker's reported you for being off, but you felt you were not impaired. You made no...
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    Called off too many times?

    Been there,done that replied to MS0298's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You are not taking your job seriously. You do not even know the attendance policy?? You're thinking about calling off (in advance) for the third time in 6 months. In most facilities, that could be...
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    New nurse staying way past 9:30 pm on day shift

    Been there,done that replied to connecticut23's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What a lousy way to start out. You're going to have to stay over... it's unavoidable. The last time I had 9 patients, I had 20+ years of experience. I had all I could do to keep up. I knew which...
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    Float staff having a hard time

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

    "The float nurses seem very eager to learn". Float nursing is not the time to learn. Float nurses are expected to hit the floor running. (been there, done that) This is a management problem. They...
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    First job after LPN licensing & Being treated with disrespect!

    Been there,done that replied to Mary0000's topic in General Nursing

    " She prefer to treat me like a tech." In a way, you are. Your preceptor is responsible for your nursing actions. She/he will gradually increase your responsibilities. We cannot assess the entire...
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    Boomer Nurse no longer able to do bedside nursing

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

    We're all physically slower in our older years. The concern is you "don't think as quickly" and three supervisors have said you are not safe at the bedside. That leaves a non-bedside position. Only...
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    ICU Travel Nursing: Switching Specialities?

    Been there,done that replied to norepinephrine3's topic in General Nursing

    "As of now, I have a 14 months of ICU experience and am ready to start traveling." You might feel ready, but speak with traveler recruiters to find out their requirements. I had my first travel job...