MJB2010

MJB2010

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  1. How do I handle insubordinate CNAs?

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

    I would ask politely once, when you get any pushback write her a$$ up! And keep writing her up. She will get the message. Make sure you have at least one other nurse with you to witness her refusal to...

  2. Hour/Staff cuts

    MJB2010 replied to Joni's Mom's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    We also lost a tech and our clinic refuses to replace them. We recently went from 2 shifts of patients 3days a week and 3 shifts the other 3days a week to 3 full shifts 6 days a week. I think every...

  3. How much orientation

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does an experienced nurse get if they are starting a job on a unit that is new to them? What is a normal length for a hospital

  4. Torn

    MJB2010 replied to arnie1234's topic in General Nursing

    This is

  5. Orientation question

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi there! I have 6 months experience on a med surg floor. I really felt the orientation was inadequate but eventually once on my own I figured it out, it was trial by fire. But after 6 months I bailed...

  6. Orientation question

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I really want to give hospital nursing another shot. I am afraid about answering why I left the hospital first time. Any tips on smoothing that over would be appreciated. Honestly, the ratio of 10...

  7. NO LUNCH? NO BREAKS? Is that common in nursing?

    MJB2010 replied to CleveRN2008's topic in General Nursing

    I live in a weak state for labor laws. I work in a small clinic with few employees and most do not know what a union is. I am looking for a new job, and as soon as I find one I am out. I could use...

  8. how to make yourself more marketable?

    MJB2010 replied to aachavez's topic in Nursing Career

    Work as a tech or cna while in nursing school and network. I would also suggest doing an externship in the area you want to work in. The most important thing is getting your foot in the door and...

  9. NO LUNCH? NO BREAKS? Is that common in nursing?

    MJB2010 replied to CleveRN2008's topic in General Nursing

    I rarely take a break, no time and no one to cover. But they deduct 2 half hour breaks from each paycheck. Yep you heard that right, I work an hour for free. No way to fix it without getting fired. I...

  10. I've had it.

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am ready to crack. I accepted a position that was to be three 10 hour shifts. I was told that overtime was not allowed. I have an hour commute each way. My first day off orientation I was scheduled...

  11. I've had it.

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I know it sounds ridiculous, believe me, it feels ridiculous that this is my life. I have a mortgage to pay. I can't afford to just walk away and in this area nursing jobs are hard to come by. Dr's...

  12. I've had it.

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! And for you as well! I can't quit til I find something else, so I feel

  13. I've had it.

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. How'd ya

  14. I've had it.

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    This meeting ALREADY happened and all these things were brought up. I was told I need to be more of a team player until they can figure out a solution. It has been 8 months and they do nothing to fix...

  15. My testimony for the new grads!

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

    I am happy it worked out for you. I am really discouraged right now and can't seem to find where I belong. I am searching for a new job at the moment, and feeling

  16. Number of patients you care for?

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

    What hospital was that? I left med surg in GA because our patient ratio was normally 8-10 patients and I could not keep

  17. Willing to come to snow new grads there are jobs here.

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

    What state are you

  18. How long is your shift?

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

    Thanks for the support. I can't afford to quit until I find something else, and I am not sure how long I can keep this up before I crack.

  19. How to bring in a nurses union in a non union state?

    MJB2010 replied to sunshinepsychRN's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I tried speaking to management, they do not care. Jobs are not easy to come by for those of us who are recent graduates. All the company cares about is making more money for themselves, you know who...

  20. How to bring in a nurses union in a non union state?

    MJB2010 replied to sunshinepsychRN's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I havhe complained to management about it several times and was told too bad. I am afraid of retailiation if I tell the state, but I am already looking for another job. I will tell the state when I...

  21. Anything new in compression / support hose?

    MJB2010 replied to Counselort's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I wear Jobst medium compression, the best price I found was on Amazon. If I do not wear them, I suffer the whole next

  22. Looking for Advice-New Grad, 8 patients?

    MJB2010 replied to RNRapunzel1029's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Can you talk to other RNS on the unit? Let's be honest, if they tell you 8, that means more than that usually right? My first job we had 10! I did not stay there long. But ask the other nurses, or...

  23. Asking for constructive criticism and persistance?

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

    You have to be very careful with burning bridges. There is a very fine line between persistance and annoyance. I would try once for feedback, after that, try not to keep calling. You do not want to...

  24. How long is your shift?

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

    I have finally reached my breaking point. I need to vent! I just cannot do this anymore. I am working 15 - 16 hours a day and I am tired, cranky, and exhausted. I am losing my patience with the...

  25. OA vs Rheumatoid arthritis

    MJB2010 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I must add, I would not wish RA on anyone. Looks terribly