MrWarmHearted

MrWarmHearted

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  1. Can you chart too much?

    MrWarmHearted replied to Herr_Krankenpfleger's topic in General Nursing

    In an assisted living facility that i worked at in the past, we provide detailed descriptions in a separate incident report as opposed to their chart. perhaps that was what your DON was referring

  2. Are you doing this at work?

    MrWarmHearted replied to vivasmom's topic in Emergency

    In the ER, you better be able to do all that you mentioned - especially if it gets busy. Some facilities have very limited budgets (i.e. not enough cleaners/techs - so you just have to do it in order...

  3. Patients on different floors ????

    MrWarmHearted replied to JamesLPN's topic in General Nursing

    when I worked at an assisted living facility, I chose to walk up/down 4 flights (rather than walking down the long hallways to use the elevator). Look at it from the bright side - you have a job and...

  4. I'm still taking prereq's but have been taking NCLEX practice tests

    MrWarmHearted replied to NenaRK's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    that's great that you're starting early. I did too. First things first though. If you are really serious, you would focus on getting into school first (with scholarships over loans) and work as a...

  5. Is anyone else annoyed by the expectations of male nurses in transferring patients?

    MrWarmHearted replied to WillRegNurse's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hmm, I've never seen/heard about the head butting technique of your preceptor. though it may have worked for your preceptor, I wouldn't copy it. perhaps you can make a suggestion to your supervisor...

  6. photographic memory real??

    MrWarmHearted replied to kitty222's topic in General Nursing

    yes agreed with the above - it is real and a natural gift that some have. yes one of my coworkers has that ability and is able to draw a picture with minute details after just seeing it once. You...

  7. What's wrong with kids today? (and I'm not even that old)

    MrWarmHearted replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    that's very precocious of you as a young adult to make that observation. Indeed, kids aren't the same anymore - there's additional pressures facing them, living in much more divided households, fear...

  8. How do you deal with Sexual Harassment from Pt

    MrWarmHearted replied to Dezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    yes agreed with above - unfortunately most guys need to be told very directly/repeatedly that is Not appropriate. In addition to having another staff with you - bring a male staff if

  9. I hate being a tech. will I hate being a nurse too?

    MrWarmHearted replied to K nurse-one-day's topic in General Nursing

    Your concern is very valid and genuine. Perhaps you can consider some options you may not have thought about: - you'll learn about team vs primary nursing and may even have clinicals in both areas...

  10. Foley insertion on a male patient

    MrWarmHearted replied to divaRN*'s topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    agreed with the above on coude and lido if possible. Also if you have an extra set of hands, try having the other person hold the member and the testicles up as you

  11. My life is so hopeless right now!

    MrWarmHearted replied to Lisa321's topic in General Nursing

    yes agreed with most of the above - seek professional help for your thoughts on suicide. there are programs to help your dad - contact the local resources in your area. as for jobs- you may have...

  12. Private Loan Debt Stressed Out New Grad! HELP!

    MrWarmHearted replied to LovelyRain's topic in General Nursing

    Take it one day at a time. It's been said to "never be anxious about the next day, for the next day will have its own anxieities". Yes, it's important to plan for the future but you have to live in...

  13. Accepting a PRN job and Unemployment

    MrWarmHearted replied to LuckyinKY's topic in General Nursing

    see if your school has resources/personnel who can talk to you about unemployment. They work for the school (and are thus on your side) instead of the state - which you will find to be a hassle (read...

  14. What can I do now to help get the job I want?

    MrWarmHearted replied to chaplainjanie's topic in General Nursing

    that's good that you're starting to think about the bigger picture early. that's what Jesus kept reminding us to do too; First things first, you need to get accepted into nursing school. It helps...

  15. VFib Arrest after heaven discussion

    MrWarmHearted replied to curtiv's topic in General Nursing

    Since you two were not friends to begin with, it would probably be considered inappropriate. If you're still unsure, check with your NM/director - if you're afraid to ask your NM/director, that will...

  16. Need a new job, STAT, but depressed at the thought of another SNF

    MrWarmHearted replied to rainbowsandsunshine's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    you will need to carry your own load soon - something is better than

  17. It still bothers me.

    MrWarmHearted replied to chicookie's topic in General Nursing

    I concur with Whowland. If you can't let it go/it still bothers you, you should talk to the doctor (NOT the "good friend of the doctor") and try to have a peaceful/working relationship with her....

  18. It stinks when you are on the other side!

    MrWarmHearted replied to Vtachy1's topic in General Nursing

    ileostomy bags should be easy to be changed if the proper procedures were followed. perhaps ask a different nurse (or ask the charge to get a different nurse to change it). perhaps that particular...

  19. Is it fine to email my supervisor/boss for any concerns I may have?

    MrWarmHearted replied to italiansugar's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    fyi the title of your headline is a little misleading. you are not asking about just any concern - it stems from a particular incident. . . There are things that you can/discuss on email - in this...

  20. In regards to pre-req's, should I take two Psychology classes in the summer?

    MrWarmHearted replied to AspiringRNofLove's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    those are by far the easiest prereq courses. My caution to you is that since most summer quarters are shorter, that is a LOT of reading when the weather is nice . .

  21. Just noticing nowdays the nurses in a lot of the homes

    MrWarmHearted replied to Vtachy1's topic in General Nursing

    yes this is an instance where what you learned in school may or may not translate into real practice. Personally, I don't call anyone grandma/pa however I know lots of very good nurses who provide...

  22. What chapter of your anatomy book has been most useful?

    MrWarmHearted replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    Based on your question, it would be safe to assume you are not in nursing school (yet). A&P is the basic foundation of any nursing/medical program - it teaches how a body "should" work....

  23. Anyone cutting sugar while working nights??

    MrWarmHearted replied to MassED's topic in Emergency

    you may wish to try some veges with protein - protein with every snack (i.e. nuts/almonds). add exercise - at least to your off days and you'll notice a

  24. GPA for acceptance????

    MrWarmHearted replied to VWThumper's topic in General Nursing

    it would be in your best interest to ask those schools yourself to get the best answer. They should have orientation sessions for prenursing students where those questions come up. schools vary on...

  25. How do you "bond" with your patients?

    MrWarmHearted replied to winter_green's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree - "developing rapport" is more accurate than "bonding" (like friends). For me, it depends on the situation - in the ER, we get just about everything plus their visitors. (unless it's a...