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    Need a BSN for what again?

    Been there,done that replied to ModernRN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yeah well, tell all that to the powers that be. The fact is, a BSN is now required for entry level positions in many facilities. Why? Because they can. They have many nurses applying for a position,...
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    What keeps you going as a nurse?

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

    I can work from home in my
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    12/3: Aggravation and Agreements

    Been there,done that replied to LadyFree28's topic in General Nursing

    See you are fighting the fight. I don't know how long you have been doing it, but I see no changes in the near future. There ARE better places to
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    Terminated

    Been there,done that replied to sdugan07's topic in General Nursing

    What exactly were you terminated for? If you were called in to review your "file".. it looks like you have been in the disciplinary process.. and this incident was the final
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    Terminated

    Been there,done that replied to sdugan07's topic in General Nursing

    Wrongful termination lawsuits, are a piece of cake with the right
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    How long to feel confident?

    Been there,done that replied to angieRN528's topic in General Nursing

    There are many current threads regarding your issue. Check them out .. and get some validation. Nursing is a tough gig.. one shift at a time. You need to try to relax and learn. You can do
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    We are human too

    Been there,done that replied to IdrilRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We all care deeply for a patient, that is passing on. I have been there for many patients and comforted them on their way out. Keep it on a professional level. Love is a special thing, save it for...
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    Bullying at Work - What is your experience?

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

    Interesting thesis. It takes a long time to recognize incivility, horizontal violence, or workplace bullying from any hospital employees. 30 days ? I was a victim of lateral violence. Took me...
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    applying to nursing school BUTT...

    Been there,done that replied to P3bbl3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What "school of nursing'' would this
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    12/3: Aggravation and Agreements

    Been there,done that replied to LadyFree28's topic in General Nursing

    "From the previous Saturday to Thursday I worked six 12s in a row; our staffing was that bad" That's all I need to know. You are working with unsafe conditions. File a unsafe staffing complaint.....
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    DNR pt with SOB and alert

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

    Any DNR order should include specific orders regarding intubation. The patient is alert and oriented, perhaps ask THEM if they want to be tubed? The patient agreed to DNR status.. BEFORE they needed...
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    Why I had reconsidered being a nurse

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

    I sense an attitude. I have worked in many facilities, on many units. I have never seen a housekeeper treated with anything but respect. Whatever makes you think.. as a nurse, you would treat...
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    Job change

    Been there,done that replied to LagoRN13's topic in General Nursing

    There are many other ways to make additional money. Disrupting your circadian rhythm and family life is not worth the night
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    Discouragement

    Been there,done that replied to dec2007's topic in General Nursing

    Most surgeons, but ESPECIALLY CVT surgeons , feel they are the right hand of God. God- surgeon.. really did not want to be bothered. He is a cut and run kind of guy. You advocated for you patient.....
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    How long did it take....

    Been there,done that replied to Nurse3242's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's all relative. I was young, quick and smart. It took 2 years to be somewhat confident. Five years before I felt I knew my stuff. Learn which nurses you can count on for guidance. It's always...
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    Pet peeve

    Been there,done that replied to guest974915's topic in General Nursing

    Ain't nobody got time for that. We are ALL rushed in our documentation. As long as you can interpret it correctly.. why care? There are MUCH bigger things to be ashamed of, that medical...
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    ER nurses collecting insurance info

    Been there,done that replied to K5555's topic in Emergency

    There is no presenting anything to administration. They know exactly what they are doing. They are forcing the nurses to perform all the ancillary duties.. in order to boost their bottom line....
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    Quitting a job without another lined up

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

    I've been there, done that twice... it's not easy. My experience will be different from your experience. Do NOT make an emotional decision. I hear you need a break. Resign per policy. Try for a PRN...
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    Charting/Assessment Struggles

    Been there,done that replied to studog12's topic in General Nursing

    What did your preceptor tell you to
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    Coffee marketed to nurses. Would you buy it?

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

    I have drank many cups of the swill provided by many facilities. Some units have a coffee fund to provide decent coffee. Start a coffee fund. Or bring your own. The facility is NOT going to upgrade...
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    Family members bring us junk food!

    Been there,done that replied to guycna95's topic in General Nursing

    No joke. Appreciate the offerings from the family for taking care of their loved one. Take it.. or leave it.. just appreciate the
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    New nurse

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

    It is not up to a relief charge nurse ( or any charge nurse) to resolve issues between a new nurse and former
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    New nurse

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

    It's far from a small issue. Direct the aids to stop their whining to you ( a relief charge nurse).. and follow the proper chain of command with written documentation describing the"rather hateful...
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    Preceptor gift

    Been there,done that replied to manda18's topic in General Nursing

    Your preceptor is doing her job. Giving ANY gift is inappropriate and not
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    Feeling extremely underappreciated

    Been there,done that replied to Medic2RN_'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    A paramedic posttion in an ER is unusual for me. Perhaps it also is for the nurses in your ER? If you are continually being directed to perform aide duties, while the nurses are goofing off.. you...