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    New Grads in Critical Care area's

    Been there,done that replied to kindz22's topic in General Nursing

    No. Basic skills must be learned first, before than can be applied in critical care areas. I have worked with several nurses that started out in ICU, and even though they were eventually successful,...
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    BSN is a joke

    Been there,done that replied to nurseguy22's topic in General Nursing

    "Very few people call themselves "professionals" with just an associates degree". Who would those people be? In my 35 years of experience, I have mentored doctors, nurses and now insurance...
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    BSN is a joke

    Been there,done that replied to nurseguy22's topic in General Nursing

    "Why is there such an enormous disconnect between real life nursing and nursing education?" Because nursing in a saturated field. Employers have the the option to demand higher education. You have...
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    Should I quit? Idk what to do!

    Been there,done that replied to vc01ca's topic in General Nursing

    A few more bucks an hour is NOT worth the problems with job one. State retirement and better insurance makes this decision a no
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    Why so many negative nurses in the field?

    Been there,done that replied to Nursey916's topic in General Nursing

    I am going back in time with that. I no longer work in the hospital. I am concerned for my fellow nurses. I believe hospital nurses are being used and
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    Why so many negative nurses in the field?

    Been there,done that replied to Nursey916's topic in General Nursing

    The problem is... nursing is STRESSFUL. We have life and death on our plate. Administration, corporate healthcare, and Medicare are pushing us beyond human boundaries. Sweetie pies have chosen to...
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    Tired of jumping jobs, does anyone like her job?

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

    Patients in ambulatory surgery, pre-op, or in PACU ARE acutely ill... they are having interventional procedures performed. They also throw up a lot and require intense pain management and...
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    Telemetry Monitoring Questions

    Been there,done that replied to firefighterjsh's topic in Cardiac

    You are asking nurses about a technical position. We will not have your answers. I CAN tell you that your workload is outrageous and unsafe. I have been responsible for monitoring 30 patients, it...
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    Looked up old nursing schoolmate. Odd situation...

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

    She is YOUR nursing school buddy. Up to you to deal with her personal/ nursing history. I'm getting picky in my old age. Don't want to hang with former meth users, or people who flee to another state...
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    Tired of jumping jobs, does anyone like her job?

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

    "I usually hate patient care." Ambulatory surgery, pre-op, and pacu all require hands on care. You have experience in UM. You have your pick of work from home positions.... UM, UR, disease...
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    Nursing is the Biggest Mistake of My Life

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

    Certainly some HHA's are recruiting new grads. That is because there are hundreds of them vying for the $$$. REPUTABLE HHA's know that new grads should not be starting out in home care. I had YEARS...
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    Where can I get male only patients?

    Been there,done that replied to Firas5's topic in General Nursing

    Cannot fathom why you feel your religious "reasons", should be accommodated . Half the population is female, they need
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    Suggestions for direction

    Been there,done that replied to midgetfeet81's topic in General Nursing

    You are qualified for many insurance company positions. They are begging for disease and case management work from home positions. Research on the job boards. Best
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    Tele tech notification of leads off

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

    A "lead off" alarm is most likely just that. Could be asystole. Delegating lead check is up to your job description. You need to speak with your manager as to how to get the best, timely
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    NURSING VS. Heath information management & informatics

    Been there,done that replied to gena77's topic in General Nursing

    We are nurses, not academic advisors. If you want to know what degree to pursue, consult the counselors at the schools you want to
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    MD OR RN

    Been there,done that replied to Easlyn12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We are nurses, not academic advisors. This is a life changing decision. Consult the experts. Best wishes with you
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    Need advice on a schedule conflict

    Been there,done that replied to NurseLove01's topic in General Nursing

    Juggling 2 jobs is difficult. NEVER ask for time off from your full time position, to deal with another position. Could you really expect your manager to accommodate that request? Anyone associated...
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    Seeking help

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

    You have 3 major life stressors coming down on you at once. You are not helpless, you are not trapped. You have made the wise decision to seek counseling. That in itself takes strength. Best wishes,...
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    DNR on a suicide note?

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

    Certainly the person wanted to die. However, for the request for DNR to be legal, the request must be
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    Wanting to change specialties

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

    Dialysis companies are begging for RN's. They would train you, that would open a door to hospital nursing in the
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    Feeling stuck and lost, a tale of burnout

    Been there,done that replied to ulcia91's topic in General Nursing

    You need professional counseling to work through your issues. Strangers on the internet are not qualified to get you through this. Best
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    Lvad patient in cardiac rehab

    Been there,done that replied to Chanda1234's topic in General Nursing

    Not if it was a nurse, but if it's a doctor, the dude would get a new
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    Verbally abusive patient, worried I could have handled the situation better

    Been there,done that replied to NurseMom2016's topic in General Nursing

    Must wonder how the BON and the patient's attorney would interpret
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    Is this Facebook status Hipaa compliant?

    Been there,done that replied to musicmouse44's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    HIPAA and Facebook will never be compatible. Even vague references/ stories are unprofessional. Just say
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    I can't give report to this nurse anymore !!

    Been there,done that replied to Student2017555's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "Everybody fights over who has to give report to her and I always lose because I'm new . " You have to give report on the nurse that follows you. Are you saying the assignment is