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    Trying to Find a Reason to Stay in Nursing

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

    I don't know why you are so focused on "seasoned" nurses. You are one. Other nurses do not owe other nurses.. anything. Except to work together on any given shift. You should look outside of the...
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    Combining Multiple Credentials Into One Career

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

    One can stop going to school and go to
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    How to express concerns to manager?

    Been there,done that replied to Truthseeker123's topic in General Nursing

    You cannot suggest a solution to the nursing shortage. You cannot support any argument. Administration is changing patients to rehab..it pays THEM more. Administration does not CARE how hard the...
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    Transfer after 3 months?

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

    Direct your question to HR. Good luck... float nursing is
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    Need Advice Regarding Complaint to BON

    Been there,done that replied to 1288's topic in General Nursing

    OP. Any updates? What did you decide regarding an attorney. Wondering how much this has cost you and if you can still
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    IV Pump VTBI and Rate

    Been there,done that replied to Elm12's topic in General Nursing

    You have many good questions. These questions are for your instructor. Don't forget to use the pharmacy for a
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    Need Advice Regarding Complaint to BON

    Been there,done that replied to 1288's topic in General Nursing

    Okay you win,. You have the last word. Now can we get back to the
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    Need Advice Regarding Complaint to BON

    Been there,done that replied to 1288's topic in General Nursing

    Not cynicism. Realism. OP only knows that the BON has received a complaint. I am concerned that there is more to
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    Need Advice Regarding Complaint to BON

    Been there,done that replied to 1288's topic in General Nursing

    We shall
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    Do you regret becoming a nurse?

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

    If you are not sure.. don't go into nursing. It takes mind, heart , body and soul. I would not have done
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    Wanting to Quit - Apply to old floor again?

    Been there,done that replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing

    Appears that you want it all. BF is # 1. The routine of the oncology unit and day shift. The challenge of a new specialty. Go ahead and apply for your old position. Make SURE it's what you
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    Can new grad work two residency programs?

    Been there,done that replied to Shorty's topic in Nurse Residency Programs

    I have concerns for you, just by the fact you asked that question. Prepare yourself for all that a residency includes. If you like the vibes at the county hospital... go with it. Again, prepare...
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    What was she thinking?!

    Been there,done that replied to pharmanurse11's topic in General Nursing

    "I noticed a PIV in the patient's left forearm while doing my assessment and told him that I would be removing it once med pass is completed." Yank it out while you are there. Problem
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    Which job to take?

    Been there,done that replied to Going2bRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you are really trying to talk yourself out of the navigator position. Having a sit down job is better than running around like a chicken with you head cut off for 12 hours. Being tempted...
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    Need Advice Regarding Complaint to BON

    Been there,done that replied to 1288's topic in General Nursing

    Nobody really knows if the bed alarm was on or not. Especially at shift change. Night nurse could just also receive a complaint. Bed alarms are pretty much useless. By the time anybody can react,...
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    Which job to take?

    Been there,done that replied to Going2bRN's topic in General Nursing

    " I'd be in a different unit each shift." Trust me, that is not a good thing. I have done it and it took all that I had, with 30 years of experience. In addition, you would have to be trained to ICU....
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    Night shift & mental health

    Been there,done that replied to Dtylee18's topic in General Nursing

    Night shift is your problem, Personally, I could not handle nights. You have significant mental health issues , as well. Can you get back on days... or perhaps afternoons? Please discuss this...
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    Couldn't Find Ativan Pt Threw in Trash

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

    Documentation was spot on. Please try to let this
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    Being Asked to Give References for Someone You Don't Respect

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

    Problem
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    Should I transfer to ICU?

    Been there,done that replied to abu123's topic in General Nursing

    Apply to ICU. What have you got to lose? All they can do is say no. Appears that you have some solid experience. Good
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    Have you ever wanted to see a coworker fail?

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

    She was injecting herself with morphine. I think they called it
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    Couldn't Find Ativan Pt Threw in Trash

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

    You should be okay, if you document what you just told us. Was there another nurse available to document the
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    Have you ever wanted to see a coworker fail?

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

    Yeah. And I did. She was not only fired, but taken out in handcuffs. T'was
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    Age Discrimination in Nursing

    Been there,done that replied to MNRN22's topic in General Nursing

    The company is going to provide you with a nice retirement. Be happy with that. You cannot expect them to train you for a new position, when you are set up to leave at
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    Is there a place for slower nurses?

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

    What did you do before nursing? 53 is not the stage of life to have to write things down. I realize all nursing gets very busy , and a brain sheet may be required. Have you discussed your memory...