Jailhouse RN

Jailhouse RN

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  1. resignation without good recommendation

    Jailhouse RN replied to reyna's topic in General Nursing

    In NY all they can say is "you worked there form this date to this date". That is ALL they are allowed to say. There is no recommendation. When you apply for another job just use your work evaluations...

  2. Does anyone double-glove?

    Jailhouse RN replied to NewEnglandRN's topic in General Nursing

    If you double glove w sterile golves, are they sterile? The answer is a simple no. If it is with nonsterile gloves for routine things then do it if it makes you

  3. Sony Versus Olympus

    Jailhouse RN replied to trakstar's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Nursing

  4. What Would You Do?

    Jailhouse RN replied to nurseygrrl's topic in General Nursing

    Never, never sign trash like that. Take it to your union

  5. Care Plans an Exercise in FUTILITY??????

    Jailhouse RN replied to Destinystar's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    A Major League Waste Of A Good Nurses Time. Do You Not Assess Daily? Do You Not Make Regular Rounds? Do You Not Talk To Your

  6. LPN scope of practice a little too broad?(LONG)

    Jailhouse RN replied to chad75's topic in General Nursing

    You don't say what state you practice in..........This doesn't sound at all like

  7. LPN scope of practice a little too broad?(LONG)

    Jailhouse RN replied to chad75's topic in General Nursing

    You don't say what state you practice in..........This doesn't sound at all like

  8. LPN Scope of practice/Picc lines-just moved to Indiana

    Jailhouse RN replied to krissiee's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I don't know any place outside of the military that allows an LPN to hang blood or blood products. In NY I know an IV certified LPN can start an IV with the standard fliuds. If an IV sol'n needs K+...

  9. LPN Scope of practice/Picc lines-just moved to Indiana

    Jailhouse RN replied to krissiee's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I don't know any place outside of the military that allows an LPN to hang blood or blood products. In NY I know an IV certified LPN can start an IV with the standard fliuds. If an IV sol'n needs K+...

  10. Should RNs do housekeeping job or is it our job?

    Jailhouse RN replied to Lenap's topic in General Nursing

    Tell housekeeping to get the lead

  11. Should RNs do housekeeping job or is it our job?

    Jailhouse RN replied to Lenap's topic in General Nursing

    Tell housekeeping to get the lead

  12. Placental Accreta

    Jailhouse RN replied to July-Moonchild's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Advice, drop the purple, too hard on the eyes of us older more experienced

  13. Placental Accreta

    Jailhouse RN replied to July-Moonchild's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Advice, drop the purple, too hard on the eyes of us older more experienced

  14. Thinking of quiting after 2 years

    Jailhouse RN replied to NannaNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome to nursing in the arena of managed care. Where they don't s shi_ about the patient or you. It is all about the all mighty dollar. Best bet, take a job with the county or state. At least there...

  15. Thinking of quiting after 2 years

    Jailhouse RN replied to NannaNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome to nursing in the arena of managed care. Where they don't s shi_ about the patient or you. It is all about the all mighty dollar. Best bet, take a job with the county or state. At least there...

  16. Jock Itch

    Jailhouse RN replied to LisaG21's topic in General Nursing

    Try taking a shower after exercise. And wear clothes that fit and are appropriate for the

  17. Jock Itch

    Jailhouse RN replied to LisaG21's topic in General Nursing

    Try taking a shower after exercise. And wear clothes that fit and are appropriate for the

  18. Littman Cardiology III tube size 22 or 27?

    Jailhouse RN replied to Toby's mum's topic in General Nursing

    You can always trim the tubing. Get the longer one and trim it to where you are comfortable. It is true that shorter resonates

  19. Undressing for Group Sports Physical

    Jailhouse RN replied to Sheppard's topic in General Nursing

    Even the Army physical is 1:1 with the MD and possibly a nurse. Patients were seen in groups but each behind a curtain. And yes I believe this person, I have seen even worse

  20. Are you in Nursing for the Caring or the Cash?? Be Honest

    Jailhouse RN replied to 1BlessedRN's topic in General Nursing

    You didn't really think any one of us would do this job for free did

  21. LPN as supervisor?

    Jailhouse RN replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    An RN is ultimately responsible in ALL cases. You will find out when something goes wrong and the case goes to

  22. Is this true? Re: Excelsior

    Jailhouse RN replied to marshalbc77's topic in General Nursing

    Call the NYS. BoN. they can give you any information you may need. BTW NYS is NOT making anyone retake the board exam. That is expost facto and by federal law illegal. Once you have the license, you...

  23. Pt Sexual Assault

    Jailhouse RN replied to ClimbingNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Why be stupid and wait till it happened again? One time is enough. Report it, refuse to care for this assaultive pt., have the pt. arrested. No, your employer cannot stop you or fire you for doing so....

  24. Nursing Model vs Medical Model

    Jailhouse RN replied to Salus's topic in General Nursing

    I work with doctors that expect RNs to be able to assess problems before calling. If the problem requires a doctor (NP/PA). Be ready to answer the their questions. Don't be afraid to make suggestions...

  25. Price of Freedom

    Jailhouse RN replied to aardvark801's topic in Government, Military

    I too thank you for your couragious actions. I too stood in harms way and could not say anything while I was home. You said it all, thanks. God bless your husband and those around him. Sgt. William...