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Hi, There is also a positive side to it. there are people that use it as a platform to educate the other nurses and the public abouts issues, new medical advances, and etc. It's a way to network with others, to relate to other, to ask questions. I could say it's similar to allnurses.com. It's just a bit more modern and somewhat less anonymous. (anyways I still really like allnurses ? )

This article provided an insightful perspective and I'm glad to have read it. On a side note, drug abuse /addiction is an epidemic. That needs to be dealt with more agressively. Drug addiction should be recognized as a disease that needs to treated. In an acute care setting, it seems to be brushed over and enabled. Patients with these issues should be provide resources, a plan, and education ( rehab, counseling, etc). Whether or not the patient is compliant, at least they are more informed and have the choice when they are ready.

Im so glad that you've written this post. Well said and truly needed. I have notice a lot of uncouth responses made by others that were not neccesary. In the past, this has deterred me from sharing some posts. I hope all will read your post and take it to heart.

Great point. Thanks:)

Finding my niche certainly plays a role. Thanks for replying.

Hi all, I've been feeling this way for a while. I'm in a field making a difference, but it's not enough. I feel like I'm just meeting a quota, following what has to be done for the patient and send them off home. I want to make an impact in the world...something meaningful. I've considered volunteering in a crisis center. Has anyone felt this way and found the answer?

Is this true that the NCLEX is easier in other states than others? I'm hearing that the nclex is easier in places such as Hawaii. But that doesn't make sense. Why would that be the case? Isn't the test standardized throughout the U.S?

Thanks for your replys. Yes it does make sense that the doctor is already aware since the order was put in place.

In retrospect I should have spoken to the doctor. at the time i told my charge nurse about the situation. She advise that I attempt to start one. It slipped my mind after the failed attempt. Others have tried before me and failed. The next shift nurse was made aware about situation. The PICC line team is suppose to be coming sometime during their shift. Should I have written a nurse's note staying reason behind not giving antibiotics?

I had a patient who is suppose to get an antibiotic IV around the clock. Now the problem is that she has missed 3 doses due to the fact that she has no. IV access. Now the plan is for her get a midline the next day. Should I reshedule antibiotics or just chart not done? This antibiotic does not come in p.o. form.

First thanks for replying. I see where you are coming from, There are a few that were great professionally and I wouldn't mind to network with. At the same time, there are others that I have worked with that are just so two-faced and just want to know just for gossiping.

Hello all, I have been working at a long term care facility for about half a year. I recently have been offered positions at certain hospitals (yay!). I want to leave in good standing , but prefer to not broadcast this to the ltc company or anyone at the job for that matter. How should I go about this when I approach the DON? How do you guys manage to get out of answering the questions of nosy coworkers.

Hello all, I'm new grad and I have been in a LTC facility for less than 6months. I just don't feel safe in that environment. I want to quit the job. What should I do. Should I give them a 2 weeks notice or just give them the phone call? I just feel that by giving them two weeks notice, word would spread throughout the area and staff could put me in situations that could sabotage my license.

The interview went well but didnt get the position due to the tests. I had to take two test. They were meant to test my competency in ekgs, acls, etc... one of the scores didnt meet their standard of competency.

Haha! I won't be living that one down for a while, and thanks for the tips (and sip of water:D).