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  1. Been there,done that

    Coping while being a new nurse????

    Been there,done that replied to Hsbyard04's topic in General Nursing

    I started out in your exact same boat, ( that was 35 years ago) and I survived! Realize that you have only been on your own for 6 weeks. Know who you can count on to ask questions and who you can ask...
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    New Job at nursing home

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

    Ah, the good old days. Used a daily print out, drew a line through the med when given and initialed. It was so much less time consuming than pushing around a broken down WOW and scanning meds and...
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    Work From Home Nursing

    Been there,done that replied to huntlythe3rd's topic in General Nursing

    You will find many threads about working from home here on AN. The pay is comparable. I clocked in via online Kronos. Every key stroke you make is monitored for internal security and productivity...
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    How did you know when your specialty was THE one

    Been there,done that replied to K.Alva's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps you are having "trouble finding my passion/niche." because you are still learning. You are a new grad, you secured employment in a coveted specialty, you are well respected... and you are...
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    Paid Report Time

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

    Consider changing your user name to Ben
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    Paid Report Time

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

    Please clarify, were they paying 12 hours with 1/2 hour OT for shift report? I've worked in MANY different facilities , the shifts were all 0700- 1930 and 1900- 0730. Twelve hours of paid time and...
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    What do you hate about nursing and why?

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

    I'm retired.. still don't have enough time to answer your
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    Unfair Scheduling

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

    "Due to nurse shortages (high turnover) and increased workload our hours have been increasing steadily." It's a no win situation. There is a nursing shortage due to high turnover.. due to...
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    New job- to quit or not?

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

    You are still in orientation. It's a discovery period, feel free to tell them it's not working out. I would also leave it off my resume. ( been there, did that) Best
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    Symptomatic vs Unstable..huh?

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

    This is a question for your ACLS instructor. The patient will be considered symptomatic with chest pain, SOB, palpitations or dizziness. How low is the BP, is the patient diaphoretic, what is...
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    New grad in need of some more advice

    Been there,done that replied to Sheika34's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    "well did she just start orientation" BINGO. You Do need to run every thing by your preceptor. You are in the learning phase. You do not have a preceptor with time to teach you. Take that concern...
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    Dealing with a childish coworker?

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

    There is no evidence that Phil is not taking his meds. Phil might need a tweak. It's NOT the OP's job to make sure Phil is getting the proper treatment or following his
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    Very concerned

    Been there,done that replied to ButterflyRN90's topic in General Nursing

    Adding sugar to OJ is an ANCIENT treatment... and contraindicated. I worry what else your preceptor is teaching you incorrectly
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    Advice, Please! Need to Leave ICU...

    Been there,done that replied to jack1971's topic in General Nursing

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    Peer to Peer Review/Feedback

    Been there,done that replied to blc00's topic in General Nursing

    "Management implemented their version of "Peer to Peer" on a med-surg unit, and now that she is in charge of the ICU, she wants to implement it here. Only thing is... it didn't work and quickly...
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    Very concerned

    Been there,done that replied to ButterflyRN90's topic in General Nursing

    "I sat at the nurse's station in tears." NEVER let them see you sweat or cry. You will not lose your job. It was a blood sugar issue that could have gone in any direction. Now you know....if you are...
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    Dealing with a childish coworker?

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

    At least we have a diagnosis, ADHD. The fact is you do not have time to handle Phil. Write him up each and every time he distracts you. Invite administration to drop in and watch the show. Agree with...
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    Dealing with a childish coworker?

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

    Throwing cups, screaming and making noise is "not conducive to the functioning of the unit". Refer to policy and procedures. Seems like administration is not comprehending the issue. What does Phil...
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    Lost on where to nurse next

    Been there,done that replied to Lasanga123's topic in General Nursing

    Stop spending energy on the negative. You are qualified for case management, disease management and utilization management... all working from home in your jammies. Scour the job boards.. good...
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    Med Error Advice...

    Been there,done that replied to brockclan3's topic in General Nursing

    The R.N. made the error by not labeling the bag. There was nothing for you to see. I would have done the same thing you did. You already threw yourself under the bus, don't be so quick to do that in...
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    Break up during school

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

    Tough times for sure. Time to separate the rational and emotional sides. Nursing school is here, the boyfriend is not. Hopefully, the effort that school will take.. will help you take your mind off...
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    Shall I take this job?

    Been there,done that replied to bonjour79's topic in General Nursing

    How long is your orientation? Have you asked yourself why they are hiring new grads? Post-acute rehab is a tough gig. I was offered a similar position. I would have 13-15 patients on afternoons,...
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    Did I mess up my chances for nursing? SUNY Orange

    Been there,done that replied to followyourdestenie's topic in School, College Programs

    You need to ask these questions to the academic counselor at the college. Best
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    Charge nurse

    Been there,done that replied to YstRN12's topic in General Nursing

    You can change that. I was done with doing it all. Called the manager to the floor before I accepted the role. Explained the situation and duties... from then on, I made my own assignment and could...
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    Charge nurse

    Been there,done that replied to YstRN12's topic in General Nursing

    I was a charge nurse for years, sorry I did it. The only good thing about charge was, I could take an easier assignment so I COULD DO CHARGE DUTIES. Don't know how you manage to keep dodging it,...