Redhead28

Redhead28

Peds, PACU, ICU, ER, OB, MED-Surg,

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  1. Plan of Care Documentation

    Redhead28 replied to mycooprn's topic in General Nursing

    Every shift so 2x a day since we are predominatly 12 hour

  2. What is the funniest thing a patient has ever said to you?

    Redhead28 replied to carolmaccas66's topic in General Nursing

    Was taking care of a man going through DT's one time. He had been screaming and yelling crazy things all morning. Went in to do some care and as calm as could be he looked up at me and said "the...

  3. Worried about my charting-poor choice of words?

    Redhead28 replied to nessa1982's topic in General Nursing

    I think C-diff can come in all forms. You charted loose stool. The physician should be reviewing all documentation and speaking to the patient. If patient has C-diff they will know soon enough and...

  4. Refusing meds

    Redhead28 replied to penlight32's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Have you asked the other's what they do to get him to take his meds? You cannot force him to take his meds, so

  5. Home Care Orders.....I need help!

    Redhead28 replied to np7797's topic in Home Health

    I would think the doctors need to be giving you phone orders or faxing in orders. I would not write orders and hope the physician will sign them, that puts you at risk when JCAHO visits, assuming the...

  6. Broke My 6 Week Contract

    Redhead28 replied to jlbic's topic in General Nursing

    Way Harsh! Follow up on the case management job. There are all kinds of nursing, bedside may not be for you. Take care of yourself or you are no good to anyone. There are different ways to work...

  7. I am lucky...but I'm still very disappointed ::sighs::

    Redhead28 replied to Serrano2886's topic in General Nursing

    Bedside nursing is different than other forms of nursing. Why not take the clinic position and apply for the jobs you

  8. Scared to float

    Redhead28 replied to Kay KRNC's topic in General Nursing

    If it is now policy you are not going to beat it. Many hospitals have floating policies. Ask for an orientation to the unit and request a "buddy" someone that can show you around and answer...

  9. scared i'm going to lose my license..

    Redhead28 replied to nurse441's topic in General Nursing

    run!!!!!

  10. Embarassing but true, please advise

    Redhead28 replied to marathongirl102's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I agree with the other poster's check with the BON in your state. Sometimes quicker to go to the office then try to get someone on the phone. Do not lie on any applications. Personally I think...

  11. Worst shift ever

    Redhead28 replied to RetRN77's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry that this had to happen to you but unfortunately it seems to happen to all of us. We are the one thing that the families and patients seem to be comfortable aiming their hatred towards....

  12. Isolation Patients: what is your protocol for dining ?

    Redhead28 replied to DaddyO's topic in General Nursing

    No isolation for the isolation trays at our place. Gloves worn when caring out, and all dietary workers wear gloves. Then again, have never seen them change gloves...

  13. Nursing Acuity

    Redhead28 replied to ImproveOutcomes's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Staffing by Acuity is a pipe

  14. Isolation Patients: what is your protocol for dining ?

    Redhead28 replied to DaddyO's topic in General Nursing

    Oh you will worry yourself to death if you wonder about isolation protocal. Have you ever seen a room cleaned after an isolation patient? Other than washing the curtains (if a semi-private) there is...

  15. Quit My Job Today

    Redhead28 replied to diane227's topic in General Nursing

    Many schools "require" a MSN but will take a BSN if you are willing to work towards your masters. Do it! I've seen what some of the schools are putting out and we need some instructors with morals...

  16. how do i become certified in pediatric nursing?

    Redhead28 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Pediatric

    My RN,C is through ANCC it has eligibility requirements then a large fee. Must now be a BSN for their certifications. I've heard of another group that will let you test without BSN. Renews every 5...

  17. I hate my supervisor

    Redhead28 replied to kikwon89's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    So riddle me this batman................... Standard orders include an order for heparin flush for CVL. CVL is running fluids, therefore I "HOLD" the heparin. Are you saying I have to call the MD...

  18. charting help - ugh!

    Redhead28 replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    Remember your charting is telling the story of your day with that patient. You tell all the facts, and anything said to you. In the case of Pediatrics a suit can be brought by the patient until they...

  19. Why pediatric nursing?

    Redhead28 replied to Saalbunch's topic in Pediatric

    Pediatric patients are honest. They don't ask for medicine they don't need. They don't care if I fluff their pillow, in fact they prefer lying upside down with their feet at the head of the bed....

  20. Bad incident while giving Rocephin shot; need advice

    Redhead28 replied to NurseCard's topic in Pediatric

    Been a Pediatric nurse for a loooooooooong time. Rocephin should be mixed with lidocaine to help with pain but it can be mixed with sterile water, so no med mistake. Have to use a larger gauge d/t...

  21. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    Redhead28 replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    I was a float nurse and went to ICU that day. Got a patient that was DNR and not too far from dying. I've never had a patient die on my shift (knock on wood) and didn't want to start that day. I...

  22. Mandatory White Uniforms for RN's- your experience

    Redhead28 replied to lauramae18's topic in General Nursing

    Worked at a hospital that "decided" the nurses were all going to wear the same color. We had shared governance at this hospital so they "let" us vote on the color. We voted BLACK. Many patients,...

  23. Where does the public get the idea that nurses make a ton of money?

    Redhead28 replied to edogs334's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think big money can be made in nursing. Certain area's of the country and certain specialities make more

  24. Troubles as a new manager

    Redhead28 replied to rckymtnrn30's topic in Nurse Management

    Perhaps you can start by not thinking or calling the nurses that work on the floor as subordinates.... Just coming from a floor nurse for 14

  25. Barcode Scanning

    Redhead28 replied to jacquessyndia's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Scanning medications do help prevent administration errors but mistakes can still be made. The doctor writes the incorrect dosage. Pharmacy puts in the incorrect dosage. Nursing approves the...