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  1. This has been really getting on my nerves lately...

    Pacific for Specific. I pacifically told them! Makes me crack a smile everytime. Gotta love the human
  2. Staffing levels

    15 bed admission unit AM - 3 staff + 1 RN PM - 3 staff + 1 RN NOC - 2 staff + 1 RN covering 2
  3. Risperdal Consta

    I've never had any trouble giving Consta but your pt population sounds different than mine as I work in a acute setting. Is it possible that you give it ventral gluteal for those who have the scar...
  4. You might want to speak to one of the nurses at the hospital that you are considering or see if you can view/take a tour of their facility. I can give you some general input based on my own experience...
  5. Why is everyone so tight lipped???

    I posted this message quite awhile back under "What's your day like?" and "Typical Day in Psych Nursing." Btw, I'm not blowing smoke anywhere ... I am a psych nurse on an inpatient acute unit. I...
  6. the hug for Tweety thread

    (((Tweety))) You have given so much over the years to the members of this board, it's about time we are able to give a little bit of that back. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Be good to...
  7. Am I wrong?

    I think your instructor wanted you to concentrate on your task at hand = much easier said than done. There are times that I need to ask a patient to give me a moment when performing a task but when...
  8. I freaked out

    Oh boy, I can really relate to this one. I got on my soapbox with the CEO ,of all people :uhoh21: , last week in a meeting and now dread going back to work this week. I am the talk of the program...
  9. Lately I've been feeling the strain....

    It sounds like you are in terrible pain and it is affecting your personal and professional life. Please see a doctor so you can be properly evaluated and treated. Best wishes to you and your aching...
  10. Nursing phrases

    Are you thinking of harming yourself? Others? How can I help you be more comfortable? This med is for ... Did you have a bowel movement today? How do you handle this at home? You have a choice... Tell...
  11. Hostile Working Environment

    Glad you moved on. It sounded like an ugly mess. Smart move.
  12. Hostile Working Environment

    Lack of structure and organization, short staffing, disgruntled workers, holey policy and procedures - I think there are much bigger issues at hand than a few cuss words. In this environment, it would...
  13. I Put In My Notice!!!...Now what???

    Great
  14. Pseudo-seizures: can you share your experience and insight?

    I generally swipe my hand a couple times near their face and if their eyes track the movement then I have a good idea what I'm dealing with. Btw, they recently renamed this activity to "seizures of a...
  15. Pt Threats and Name Badges (again)

    1) please review privacy practice acts r/t psychiatric progress notes. 2) who are you to question my