mamamerlee

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  1. Never failed anything, until today...

    mamamerlee replied to RickLP's topic in General Nursing

    I completely empathize with you. But you didn't waste anything, and you can retake the test. Take a deep breath, sign up for the retake ASAP, and plan out your study sessions. Is there someone else...

  2. Pain Scale

    mamamerlee replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    I have been in the ER recently in severe pain, which was different from the chronic pain I have had for a long time. It doesn't help just to ask how much, but where!! Also when I had my stents...

  3. Male CNA in NYC

    mamamerlee replied to freeman40's topic in General Nursing

    Many people are afraid to have strange men come into their homes, although most agencies I've worked out were happy to have some male CNAs. Keep trying, and best

  4. other job...

    mamamerlee replied to silentRN's topic in General Nursing

    Many years ago, I taught EMTs, have taught CPR. and medical terminology. I also did some theatre work (unpaid, but tons of fun!) both onstage, and as a stage manager. I've sold Mary Kay, and worked...

  5. the place Im working will only train me for 3 days. (Adult/Dementia pts).

    mamamerlee replied to foreverhopeful's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is simply not possible to review all of this!!! Your orientation seems extremely short, you may have to rely on your p&p manuals. Ask questions, learn to trust your instincts. Good luck and...

  6. I hate my phone

    mamamerlee replied to coolpeach's topic in General Nursing

    Wow. Are you PRN? They might feel they can change your schedule at will. I would put in writing that if you are not on call that you might not have your phone with you. If you are called, and they...

  7. Posting advice: "I can't do this, ...I don't understand you"

    mamamerlee replied to cmonkey's topic in General Nursing

    I started a thread on this about two months ago, and I heartily agree. I am sometimes a bit frightened about the poor language. Two examples I have seen lately that disturbed me are 'dunno' and...

  8. IV Placement on Deaf Child

    mamamerlee replied to nessa_5555's topic in General Nursing

    Tell the mom that she needs to speak to anesthesia pre-op. Children have veins in other places. Call the facility, if possible, and talk to them

  9. Return to work early after surgery

    mamamerlee replied to LittleOneRN's topic in General Nursing

    If you are unable to work, you are probably not fit to do the CPR class, either. And asking you to cut your leave short and then use your PTO? No, absolutely not. You may get permission from your...

  10. Requesting status change...good idea?!?! help!!

    mamamerlee replied to Starfish1's topic in General Nursing

    Stick with the staff position - you will still want/need sick time, vac time, insurances, etc. I doubt you will save that $3 to make up for the days you will want off at some time. Also, you will...

  11. does anyone know how to calibrate a manual BP cuff?

    mamamerlee replied to freefalr's topic in General Nursing

    You can't do this yourself - you need a certain gauge. Better to get a new

  12. pls help me make up my mind..

    mamamerlee replied to cebuana_nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You don't get written up for working for free - - as in no breaks. Are you getting paid for the overtime - staying late? Have they counselled you about your time? Are you the only nurse that stays...

  13. I need some Advice... and quick!

    mamamerlee replied to Noel1221's topic in General Nursing

    Aside from everything else, rethink your wedding plans. The 'wedding' is not as nearly important as the marriage. You are already living together; save your money for a downpayment on a house, or...

  14. I need some Advice please

    mamamerlee replied to babypoo's topic in General Nursing

    No, it is NOT the responsibilty of the workplace to find something else for you to do. This is an unfortunate situation that many people - not just pregnant women - run into. I have a herniated disc,...

  15. Interpretations please

    mamamerlee replied to Student2Registered's topic in General Nursing

    I googled 'instincts of a Clydesdale' and found only pleasant references to this magnificent horse. They are highly intelligent horses who thrive on companionship. Although it seems a strange...

  16. Home Health on a Motorcycle

    mamamerlee replied to Skwidward's topic in General Nursing

    If it's okay with your agency, then I think it should be okay over all. I did home health for years, and I loved it - but in a car!!! Best

  17. Knowledge or Information Hoarding

    mamamerlee replied to LisaDNP's topic in General Nursing

    That is just wrong. Wrong, wrong. We are here to serve the pt's best interest, not to test each other's mettle. Wrong, wrong. Talk to your

  18. Feeling like a "bad" nurse

    mamamerlee replied to sistasoul's topic in General Nursing

    You are not responsible - the pt was AAO, and was noted as such. Even if he didn't take his home meds, you acted responsibly. Now go to

  19. do you skip your lunch break routinely?

    mamamerlee replied to Leelee2's topic in General Nursing

    Do not give away your PROFESSIONAL time. Yes there may be occassional completely crazy days when you realize it's way past time, but those should be few and far between. Your plumber takes breaks, so...

  20. The "risk my license" game

    mamamerlee replied to Orca's topic in General Nursing

    It is illegal to work off the clock. The next time an employer asks you to work off the clock, remind them that if you get hurt while still on the premises you would not be able to claim workers'...

  21. adn degree title

    mamamerlee replied to aflac381's topic in General Nursing

    Correct - - the only really inportant thing is that you get

  22. Dont want to get anyone in trouble

    mamamerlee replied to dscott76's topic in General Nursing

    Although we are a full range of physical types, it seems like we are basically divided into two groups - - the "I don't want to get anyone in trouble" types, and the "where is that new nurse I can...

  23. Need Help with hostile enviroment?

    mamamerlee replied to RN2go99's topic in General Nursing

    The parents need some serious help to control the older child. Tell them that his behaviour makes it difficult for you to care for the little one, and be very empathetic with their plight. Get the...

  24. Dont want to get anyone in trouble

    mamamerlee replied to dscott76's topic in General Nursing

    This is a dangerous situation, especially if it was not a one-time thing, but is on-going. I worked lots of night shift in my day, and I hated waking up the staff. I started calling the house...

  25. helping pts after del

    mamamerlee replied to jctiabecerra's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Start rounding on the patients once a day yourself. ASK the patients what they need/want help with, and if they rec'd the help if they asked. Tell your staff that they have these jobs BECAUSE the...