MJB2010

MJB2010

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  1. I miss my patients.

    MJB2010 replied to missladyrn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Funny you say that. I left dialysis a few months ago and I miss the patients, too. Well, some of them anyway! You know what I REALLY miss? Knowing your patients name, and not just their room number. I...

  2. going rate of pay for dialysis nurses

    MJB2010 replied to aellisrn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    It varies A LOT by region, so it does make a

  3. Question for hiring managers..

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Do you value a BSN the same as a BS in Nursing? I am noticing that some schools offer a BS in nursing instead of a BSN and after questioning the school, I could not get a clear answer on what the...

  4. Question for hiring managers..

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Ok , I got an email back from one of my former proffesors and she said a BS with a major in Nursing is more academic and has more research and is geared towards pursuing higher education or doing...

  5. Question for hiring managers..

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I am specifically asking to compare a BSN to a BS in Nursing. I am not asking about any other BA or BS degrees. Some schools offer a BSN, while others are offering a BS in Nursing.I questioned a...

  6. Could I get help with a case study?

    MJB2010 replied to Loloberry's topic in General Students

    I think the patient might need to be on a diabetic or consistent carb diet? Even NIDDM have sugar issues when their body is under stress. We still accucheck them and have sliding scale to cover them...

  7. Illness?

    MJB2010 replied to StL_Momma27's topic in General Nursing

    My first year of nursing school I caught EVERYTHING! It was a case of one of us would get something then we all caught it. A lot of it had to do with the staying up all night studying, working full...

  8. What NOT to say during an interview

    MJB2010 replied to Teacher Sue's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yep, don't hire her she obviously has very poor judgement. Who knows what might pop out of her mouth when talking to patients and coworkers. How could anyone think that would be ok to say? How did you...

  9. Why such high new RN turnover?

    MJB2010 replied to Calder's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Very few places willing to pay for appropriate training. Many new grads are thrown to the wolves. Nursing schools now teaching students based on passing the nclex, not actually being a nurse. A lot of...

  10. What job offer to take?

    MJB2010 replied to tokyoROSE's topic in General Nursing

    I think you left out some important details. How long is the orientation for each floor? How is the reputation for each hospital among other nurses that work there? Do you know any that work at these...

  11. How Far Would You Commute for Part-time?

    MJB2010 replied to FocusRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I commuted an hour and a half each way for a year, and although it sucked it was mostly highway which made it more bearable. I listened to some great books on tape, some music mixes I made, and it was...

  12. Am I harrassed???

    MJB2010 replied to neeke816's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes they

  13. LVN DIALYSIS NURSE?

    MJB2010 replied to cawkazn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    You need to do a bit of research. You need the job in dialysis before you can take the exam.There are some dialysis PCT courses, but the two big dialysis companies hire and train you

  14. Didn't Receive paycheck

    MJB2010 replied to TheOracle's topic in General Nursing

    No checky no workie! Seriously, as a previous poster suggested this could indicate trouble for the business, I had a former position where checks where they "forgot" to sign them, then the amount...

  15. Am I harrassed???

    MJB2010 replied to neeke816's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You get nap time? Are you

  16. Good Reference Books or Apps for New Nurses??

    MJB2010 replied to SlyFoxRN's topic in General Nursing

    Everytime I tried a new area of nursing I go out and buy all kinds of books, I look them over and never touch them again! lol. Most floors you work on have all the books you will need. The things I...

  17. how long is too long?

    MJB2010 replied to dlrrn2010's topic in General Nursing

    I completely disagree. They don't care about doing the right thing by her. And they do not seem to have a problem filling open day shifts, so if she quits they will fill it. Op do what is right for...

  18. How to adjust to night shift?

    MJB2010 replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am struggling with this right now. I am on my second week on nights and I look as bad as I feel. My body is fighting it, my skin broke out, I got a sinus infection. I am feeling rather wimpy. If...

  19. Does your company provide translators?

    MJB2010 posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I worked for one of the big 2 dialysis companies. We had patients from Laos, Cambodia, Mexico, etc etc and we were not provided with translators. When asked I was told to call a family member. Isn't...

  20. Question re wasting medication

    MJB2010 posted a topic in Patient Medications

    In my former state of residence you were not allowed to waste into the sewer system or sink due to the effects on the environment. In my current state, we HAVE to waste in the sink or toilet. How...

  21. Abusive Doctors

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    His orders often need clarifying so nurses have to call him often. He is a pinhead, but a surgeon that brings in a lot of cashflow. I am not afraid of him, I am afraid of getting fired because of him....

  22. Opinions please asap

    MJB2010 replied to promote.health's topic in First Year After Licensure

    This position is the kind of opportunity that you do not turn down. Do whatever you can to take it and make it work. If it doesn't work out, you can always go home and ask for your old job back. If...

  23. Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

    MJB2010 replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do you have a second nurse check your insulin? There is a reason most places have this policy. Mistakes do happen, and we all make them. Your patient is ok, and that is the best case scenario as far...

  24. LVN DIALYSIS NURSE?

    MJB2010 replied to cawkazn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I worked for the other big company, and they hire LPNS and provide on the job training. I was told I would be working 10 hour shifts, but the reality was 16 hours. They told a lot of fibs (ok glaaring...

  25. Abusive Doctors

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, and I imagine he also drives a big truck. A lot of nurses actually cry when he does this. Its ridiculous! All of the nurses have told me if he gives orders, write them down word for word and...