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    Which states are great for nurses to work in??

    beckster_01 replied to tua42321's topic in General Nursing

    I work in Western NY (NYC nursing is completely different from what I hear). In my city all of the hospitals are magnet status, so I can't really give an objective opinion on magnet vs. non-magnet. I...
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    Feeling sad about my ALS patient

    beckster_01 replied to ekramona's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with what others have said. Perhaps the other staff needs a reminder that even though they get to go home at night, this is the patients life right now. If they take the time, as you have, to...
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    Short nursing staff

    beckster_01 replied to nurseywifeymommy1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Aww I was hoping this was going to be a discussion on "vertically challenged" nursing staff. Like, why do they always have to move the IV pump down so low on the pole?? But purposefully scheduling...
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    How has becoming a nurse changed your life?

    beckster_01 replied to Kylie53189's topic in General Nursing

    Pros: I am much more self aware. I'm more grateful for my health and more compassionate towards others going through health crises. Contrary to some people, I have improved my diet since being a...
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    Win $100! February 2013 Caption Contest

    beckster_01 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    You'll just feel a little
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    You Know You're A Nurse If...

    beckster_01 replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    ^ I'm not a fan of pulling rectal tubes
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    You Know You're A Nurse If...

    beckster_01 replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    I used to be a little on the squeemish side when I was young, particularly when it came to things like pulling out splinters. Now I take great pleasure in pulling out things that don't belong-...
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    Wound vac question/vent

    beckster_01 replied to Nursetastic's topic in General Nursing

    Would the patient have been stooping into the dressing frequently? As the previous poster mentioned, VAC's and their supplies are expensive, and if it would have to be changed frequently, or if it is...
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    Now the MD community is listening, sort of...

    beckster_01 replied to netglow's topic in General Nursing

    I think the point is that people are starting to recognize the fallacy of the nursing shortage myth. But I did post a quick little reply about how no robot is taking over my job! You can take care of...
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    What to do when patient has alcohol on them??

    beckster_01 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    This:
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    JUST an LPN

    beckster_01 replied to new clinic nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Let me tell you that those feelings have nothing to do with being an LPN. My first code left me feeling helpless, useless, and lost. And I was assured by more experiences coworkers that those feelings...
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    Do you tattle on your co-workers when you find something missed?

    beckster_01 replied to squatmunkie_RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If it is a patient safety issue I prefer using our online reporting system for "near misses." If necessary, I will mention it to the manager and let her decide if any corrective action should occur....
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    To take on the MICU or not?

    beckster_01 replied to vlh2001's topic in MICU, SICU

    It was the best decision I have ever made. I didn't realize how overwhelmed and undervalued I felt at my floor job until I switched to the MICU this fall. I learn something new every day, have never...
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    Friday the 13th - Any madness?

    beckster_01 replied to canned_bread's topic in General Nursing

    I went skydiving on Friday the 13th... does that count as crazy?? I survived
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    Family Members and their pearls of wisdom...

    beckster_01 replied to R!XTER's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This happens EVERY day on my unit. There will be someone standing expectantly at the desk. I ask if they need anything and they promptly reply (usually sounding a bit snippity) "Yes, my husband needs...
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    A Diabetic rant

    beckster_01 replied to veggie530's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    It is my hospital's policy that anyone who has an insulin pump is automatically referred to the endocrine service, which has an endocrine NP who takes a look at the pump and provides staff education...
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    What happens in the real world if:

    beckster_01 replied to freezin's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    ^^That would never happen where I work.... if it did then the entire floor would be taken over by toe amps and BKA's (like it's not already). It is not extreme to call the provider because the wound...
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    It's sort of a bummer with some of these aids

    beckster_01 replied to ldiva0808's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    ^ What she said. Being a tech/CNA/what have you is an awful job. They basically have 4-5 people delegating busy work to them. In addition, patients assume that they have no responsibilities. My floor...
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    Eating a new nurse for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Or is it?

    beckster_01 replied to dudette10's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for sharing this story! It is encouraging to see situations like this, when handled well, turn out to be beneficial for both parties. It is also interesting to see how different our perception...
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    Studied for 6 days, passed NCLEX-RN in 75 questions

    beckster_01 replied to hakunamatata's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations on passing, and I can identify with your test-taking style. I have always been a good test taker and did quite well in school. I agree that one of the keys is to take that test as SOON...
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    Splitting pills outside of nurse's scope of practice?

    beckster_01 replied to thesundowner's topic in Patient Medications

    Haha we were pretty upset when this policy (which is apparently old) came out. We are cardiac/vascular surgery, 100% tele, with people in rapid AF left and right. We manage because some of these drugs...
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    Splitting pills outside of nurse's scope of practice?

    beckster_01 replied to thesundowner's topic in Patient Medications

    On our floor we recently found out we are no longer able to IVP metoprolol, labetalol, ativan, morphine, hydralazine.... the list goes on. Basically any medication that is usually needed quickly, we...
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    Has anyone coded a co-worker? Dealing with the grief...

    beckster_01 replied to Zookeeper3's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't think they are saying the traveler has fewer rights, they are saying that the in-house nurses may revert to viewing Zookeeper as an outsider in an emotionally traumatic situation. It doesn't...
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    Do you have family members who are nurses?

    beckster_01 replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm somewhat surprised at the number of people with no close friends/relatives who are nurses. Most people I work with/know say it "runs in the family." I am the first nurse in my family, but most of...
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    OMG what should I DOOOOO!!!1!

    beckster_01 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is that title catchy enough? Here is my dilemma. It is 3am and I haven't slept yet, and I will need to get up in 2 hours to get ready for a grueling 12 hour shift. The two times that I have fallen...