tyvin BSN, RN

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    Am I Being "Exploited"?

    tyvin replied to LongislandRN23's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You pay your own union dues in all cases I've known. The reason they're not hiring you full time is because of the health insurance and other related benefits. Per Diem are not covered by the union...
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    slower paced nursing in long term care?

    tyvin replied to pepsi115's topic in General Nursing

    Your grandmother is in a place that is so nice but believe me when I say it is definitely the exception to the rule. I will venture to say there are probably a few more out there like that as well but...
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    slower paced nursing in long term care?

    tyvin replied to pepsi115's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps you should look into why at the age of 50 you're out of energy to the point that you think you can't work in a hospital. Are there physical problems? No matter where you work you will need to...
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    Just looking for comfort

    tyvin replied to SaraO'Hara's topic in General Nursing

    Many moons ago I was sitting in the dentist chair all set up and ready to have my molar teeth taken out and the dentist said to me "OK, we're going to begin" ... then the dental assistant lightly...
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    Narcotic Descrepency!!!

    tyvin replied to APatriganiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yep ... that's what the OP said, 12 pills; I'll tell ya I would have gotten another RN/supervisor stat. Hopefully they turn up or someone figures out what happened. If not get ready to take a drug...
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    lets hear from Nurses who started with No nursing experience at all!

    tyvin replied to beatrice1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I worked as a bartender in a very plush cabaret before entering nursing school. Live band until 04:00, long line at the door every night, etc... so stress and time management plus consolidating steps...
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    911-ing a resident out, requires an order?

    tyvin replied to NurseLynwood's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Heavy ... talk about covering all of your bases. mazy's answer was a succinct explanation of how I would have answered the OP ... well put and to the point. I would include that a late entry can be...
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    Anti-CRNA website= such B.S.!!!!

    tyvin replied to ICU, RN, BSN, B.S.'s topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    "ANYONE" can make a website; anyone. They can basically say anything as well. Don't give them power by visiting. The more hits they get the better for them. The best way to deal with this is to ignore...
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    RN Bachelor's Degree

    tyvin replied to Bprice's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Well I guess I'll be the only one ... I would go straight and get it over with while you're still in student mode. Why drag it out and I think you'll find more opportunities when you have the BSN....
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    "I just can't help you..."

    tyvin replied to BrazoriaLVN's topic in General Nursing

    When was the last time his meds were re-evaluated ... it's time. I'll bet he's been on that patch at the same dose for some time now. Who does pain
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    Positive TB Skin Test

    tyvin replied to awalker1015's topic in General Nursing

    You are not required to take the meds; it's strictly a personal decision. You can't infect anyone with latent TB. It's estimated that over 1/3 of the world's population has been exposed to TB. I...
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    Would you call a code/MET on a pt. who is a complete DNR?

    tyvin replied to 2011nursetobe's topic in General Nursing

    Comfort measures only please ... respect the DNR. You have to know what the DNR says about comfort measures as well. Usually O2, suction, and pain meds (morphine for rapid breathing) are the norm but...
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    I'm a nut case and about to apply for licensure in Texas

    tyvin replied to ffliper27's topic in Texas Nursing

    Did they mention split personality disorder ... the thing is if they are going to have to list every reason a person goes under psychiatric care they would have to include the DSM IV (soon to be V)...
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    Question for Nurse Managers

    tyvin replied to WindRN's topic in General Nursing

    It's all going to depend on the place and the manager. If it's a busy unit and lots of patients and someone just shows up I would be inclined to think the person has protocol issues (how the heck did...
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    Worst potential employer experience ever!!!! Was it ok to call HR and say no thanks?

    tyvin replied to SoCalRN1970's topic in General Nursing

    No; I quite agree with you. Hopefully the OP never has a bad day and is always
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    LPN chest tube delegation

    tyvin replied to dlovelylisa's topic in General Nursing

    You need to know the steps and responsibilities of delegation. That also goes hand in hand with knowing the nurse practice act of the state. What sticks in my mind about an RN delegating tasks is that...
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    Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

    tyvin replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

    What doctor is going to want a PA who only has a 2 year degree? The PAs work directly under the MD so what MD is going to hire a PA with a 2 year degree? And what in the world would a PA get a PhD...
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    Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

    tyvin replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

    If you're into nursing why would you go the PA route when you could have more autonomy with being an
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    First interview went great...and then this happened.

    tyvin replied to HelpMeNewGradRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wild Turkey Media Book on sexual deviants guide to happiness Rolling papers stun
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    Hep B vaccine question

    tyvin replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Are your schools requiring you to have the hep B vaccine series in order to
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    the pressure of passing nclex on the first try

    tyvin replied to blugreenn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I absolutely feel for you ... I"m old school and was one of the first to take it on the computer. Back then we didn't freak out or leastwise there didn't seem to be this total need to get all kinds of...
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    Nurses entering their own eletronic MARS? ?

    tyvin replied to Pride/hardwork17's topic in General Nursing

    Defiantly going back wards as had been said way back when we use to hand write all our MARs and the pharmacy never saw it. The extra steps that are now in place are there for safety reasons as so many...
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    Resume Help Please.....

    tyvin replied to MsHelloKitty,LVN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    All excellent advice ... along with this advice look up and include the current "Buzzwords" related to what you're seeking. If you use few words to express ideas/skills/experience it translate into...
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    Care plan prioritizing?

    tyvin replied to lsid16's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What "rare" form of amnesia did she have and
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    Some questions for nurses

    tyvin replied to boko's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    1. Access 2. The Democrats 3. Vote Obama out 4. Repeal Obamacare BSN babyboomer and look above for