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    Long time looker first time poster

    Been there,done that replied to 0.5GPA's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on your acceptance. You definitely are smart , just getting in! Now.. relax and learn as you go. You are WAY ahead of the game with you CNA experience. The math required is just basic...
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    I think I will give negative feedback

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

    Anyone attending you during minor surgery retain their rights to free discussion. Politics, religion.. whatever. Get OVER yourself. As long as it does not breach HIPAA.. why would you
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    Giving meds you did not pour

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

    I trust mom with MY life... not other peoples. That responsibility is up to me.. she taught me
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    I need advice about switching jobs as a New Grad

    Been there,done that replied to S.CALIRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    How do you LOVE your job.. but are not happy? Why would you move to a facility where the nurses are ready to strike??? You would be out of a job from day
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    How much "crap" do you take from people at work?

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

    Registered nurses take crap from everybody and anybody. We also clean crap. We also have to do it with a smile. , while handling life and death situations. Any openings at
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    Telephonic worker's comp

    Been there,done that replied to hoppynurse's topic in Case Management

    I have no insight on the specifics of the workers comp from home job description. What I can tell you..working from home.. is priceless. You will be held to the same standards as any office...
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    New RN having the worst time

    Been there,done that replied to Nursetaylor3's topic in General Nursing

    How long was your
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    Giving meds you did not pour

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

    Are you saying, there is a cup of unidentifiable pills.. that YOU are expected to administer? No way in hades.. decline the position AND report the facility's
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    Respiration counting

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

    Impressed that you realize the value of an accurate respiratory rate. As sally said, you could distract the patient by using your scope. You need to count for 30 seconds. However, after experience...
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    4th Week of Med/Surg Orientation -- First Time in Acute Care Setting -- Help!

    Been there,done that replied to happy.persimmon's topic in General Nursing

    "So here I am, starting grad school AND starting a new job on a Med/Surg floor" You need to chose. Which is it sister? You can't do both.. God does not give a rat's pattotie. it's up to
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    Quitting my 1st RN job

    Been there,done that replied to Nori.Giselle's topic in General Nursing

    Could be the time to make your move. When asked why you are leaving your current position..you have the perfect rationale. Good
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    Can't seem to get a job despite prior RN experience

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

    Travel nursing is not an option. The agencies and the facilities require current experience. Think about it. Big bucks have been spent moving the traveler, the facility expects a nurse that can hit...
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    Pain medication case study

    Been there,done that replied to Nursing36578's topic in General Students

    This should not be a case for you to study before med- surg or pharmacology has been learned. It's good you are trying to learn in advance. In this case, you would need to assess the patient's pain...
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    Agency Nurses

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

    If you have found agency nurses to be more of a liability, then your facility needs to use other agencies. Agency nurses are like any other nurse, some are good and some are not. Agency nurses have...
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    3 Strike Rule: Non-Compliant Patients

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

    A drain on resources, but job
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    Patient pain medication

    Been there,done that replied to Nursing36578's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ready for
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    Are nurses allowed to turn in wanted criminals?

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

    Sure you could. Just make an anonymous phone
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    Quitting my 1st RN job

    Been there,done that replied to Nori.Giselle's topic in General Nursing

    Apply where? An internal transfer usually requires 6 months in your current position. To apply to outside facilities , you would need at least one year of experience at your current position....
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    should i stay or should i go? advise for a young nurse trying to find her niche

    Been there,done that replied to sunshine539's topic in General Nursing

    "job hoping" A most excellent typo! You have the skills to succeed in the ICU setting. It is up to you to market yourself.. to a facility that will hire you into that position .Tailor your resume to...
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    being floated

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

    Find out your facility's policy, so you can be prepared. Floating to a comparable unit should be a minor adjustment for you. If you are asked to float to a unit that requires a higher skill level,...
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    Regret becoming a nurse....

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

    At 6 months in, you really don't know WHAT you might like. You only know that floor nursing is really difficult. Put in your time, keep your head down and your eyes open. Make CONTACTS. You don't...
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    Pay renegotiation ideas needed

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

    You are not being "greedy" You are asking for fair market value for your skills. Do not mention another offer. You are only discussing THEIR offer. This is NOT a confrontation, it is a simple...
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    Pay renegotiation ideas needed

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

    Don't sign the agreement. Call HR, inform them you want to negotiate. Ask for what you think you are worth, all they can do is say
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    Regret becoming a nurse....

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

    You are suffering from reality shock. It'll wear off after awhile. Nursing is just a JOB. Most people do not love their JOB. YOU happen to have a degree you can do many things with. Stick it out...
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    Help!! ICU Nurse Needing Advice!

    Been there,done that replied to Ingrambl89's topic in Critical Care

    You have 2 months experience , on your own. You have much to learn, but ICU leaves no room for mistakes. What exactly are the doctors and nurses calling you out on? By the way, unless your boyfriend...