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  1. Been there,done that

    No Respect.

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

    Not silver yet, but retiring. Doctors are certainly still respected, nurses.. not so much. There are open visiting hours because of HCAPS and reimbursement. Leave it to the the government , to screw...
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    Director mandating and threatening to change clockout times

    Been there,done that replied to IRN2011's topic in General Nursing

    ++snort++ love it. I invited my DON to see what I do all day. You should have seen her in her power suit and sneakers. Needless to say, she didn't make it till
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    Director mandating and threatening to change clockout times

    Been there,done that replied to IRN2011's topic in General Nursing

    No OT to chart has been enforced for many years, in many places. In my last hospital position, I had 7-9 patients. I got out on time , you can too. Only you know if it worth the bucks to break your...
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    New LPN age 61

    Been there,done that replied to Cnalpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was still schlepping the hospital halls at 60. If you can perform CNA duties, you should be able to do LPN duties. Market yourself and network on your clinical rotations. Kudos to you. Let us know...
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    "Professional Goals"- Ugh

    Been there,done that replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Twice a year I have to play that corporate game. It is indeed ridiculous. Sorry about your loss, but I would not be working. I took a month off when my parents passed. Simply not up to
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    Medication Mishap

    Been there,done that replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Never working in health care again, would be best for all. Referring to kids as brat's .. indicates you should not be anywhere near them. If you knew the medication caused loss of appetite, stomach...
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    I want to like my preceptor, but...

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

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    Have You Ever Passed Gas And Blamed It On A Resident?

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

    It's one of the few perks of the
  9. Been there,done that

    Medication Mishap

    Been there,done that replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Wherever you work, they should not have you administer
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    My dad died yesterday

    Been there,done that replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I lost my pops. He was killed by a local hospital, despite my best efforts. Hugs and peace to
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    Kicking myself

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

    If the order was processed and you missed it and did not carry it out, THAT is a dangerous error. That would be one of few times I would write myself up. You need to own
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    Medication Mishap

    Been there,done that replied to Amethya's topic in School

    You put yourself under the bus. You must always do a mouth check. No away in Hades, would I give another
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    I want to like my preceptor, but...

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

    You don't have to like your preceptor. You know your stuff, just smile and nod. Best wishes in your new
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    Am I a better paper-pusher than floor nurse?

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

    "I am fully aware I did not practice good or safe nursing that night". That is because you were handed an impossible assignment. As you have case management and prior authorization skills, you are...
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    Doctor upset by charting

    Been there,done that replied to LalaRN9000's topic in General Nursing

    Wish I could have been a fly on the wall! :) Good
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    Disability insurance?

    Been there,done that replied to AceOfHearts<3's topic in General Nursing

    I have paid AFLAC 100 bucks / month for years. I was disabled with a broken ankle for a year. I was not covered under my temporary agency job. Hurt like a SOB. It really depends on your work...
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    What is a unique job that you do that you love?

    Been there,done that replied to newrn93's topic in General Nursing

    A non-bedside position is available to you. You just need to market yourself. I work from home, Making a 100 K per year, Check out insurance industry jobs. Best wishes, it can be done.
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    Kicking myself

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

    Many more shows to come. If you kick yourself every time, you really won't be able to sit down. Who processes the
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    Doctor upset by charting

    Been there,done that replied to LalaRN9000's topic in General Nursing

    You are recording your observation. Dr. God has no right to tell you what to chart. As long as your statement is in quotation marks, you're
  20. Been there,done that

    Makes Me Sad...

    Been there,done that replied to cooties_are_real's topic in School

    Never let them see you cry. Instead of crying, you should have reported directly to Child Protective
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    I hate my job :(

    Been there,done that replied to TexasRN89's topic in General Nursing

    I have an ASN. I make 6 figures working from home. You are on the right path, searching on the job boards, but you need to think outside the box/ hospital. Consider working for a temp agency. That how...
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    Staffing and Change of Shift

    Been there,done that replied to LJR89's topic in General Nursing

    Of course your shifts are out of control. There is not enough staff to take care of the residents. The fat cat owners, that will only pay for minimal staffing, are on their yachts...while you are...
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    Volunteer interview

    Been there,done that replied to Lrtx82's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    They need you more that you need them. Don't worry about the interview. As long as you can walk and talk , they should jump at the chance. You will not be changing sheets, that involves patient...
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    Staff Nurses Who Refuse To Precept Or Teach?

    Been there,done that replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I personally, don't get not wanting to precept. I always enjoyed it and felt like I had a right hand man to help with the workload. The duty to precept is in the job description.. "and other duties as...
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    I don't know how I could've handed this differently

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

    You could not stop their calls. You could have made the family get a designated