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  1. What are your thoughts about care management vs hospital?

    macfar28 replied to skyheaven477's topic in Nursing Career

    I assume as per diem you don't have health insurance? For me, I would want that in place before becoming pregnant. Unless you think you'd hate case management, it sounds like a good move. Good luck to...

  2. HELP!

    macfar28 replied to CassieCobb's topic in General Nursing

    Love NC...mountains nearby and beach too. Weather offers a little bit of everything. Great state to raise a family. New nurse residencies are still offered. Good

  3. NY Med (TV Show)

    macfar28 replied to Rebekah1882's topic in General Nursing

    I like it and always watch however am bothered by the lack of professional dress code by some of the ED nurses. Long hair, long, painted nails, non scrub attire. Maybe it's just me but I think it...

  4. Afraid of starting nursing Pre reqs

    macfar28 replied to JPickett's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can do this! Take a deep breath and go for it. Remember, your fellow classmates will feel nervous and lost too. Your feelings are normal but don't let them stop you if nursing is your dream. As...

  5. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    macfar28 replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    CrystalMarieisme...this is not a ghost story but just a response to your post. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. My sister had SJS and received horrible care (ironically at the hospital I work...

  6. nursing, but not bedside nursing?

    macfar28 replied to AspiringRN27's topic in General Nursing

    I went to nursing school to become a psych nurse and upon graduation had 3 offers at psych facilities. I have remained in psych with the exception of a stint in public health and mother baby. I think...

  7. patient/license safety

    macfar28 replied to MollNick's topic in Psychiatric

    Sorry...that wasn't helpful on the suggestion front. Just empathizing. Hang in

  8. patient/license safety

    macfar28 replied to MollNick's topic in Psychiatric

    I worked in an almost identical situation years ago (and I got the heck out of there). One nurse was the med nurse and the other was charge however we all charted on the patients - including our 2...

  9. Child Psych vs Adult Psych. Which is more demanding?

    macfar28 replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I have done both and I find the pediatric end to be harder. As Meriwhen pointed out, you have the teenage oppositional flavor to deal with on top of whatever their current stressors are. Cutting is...

  10. Should I accept this job?

    macfar28 replied to ackbar's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    ALWAYS trust your gut. I am sure you have bills to pay but I strongly believe in following your instincts and if this isn't a match, you may very well be miserable (or in a short staffed, unsafe...

  11. My HIPAA dilemma

    macfar28 replied to wizski's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Honestly I would have handled it the same way. I don't know that "tell her I said hi" would have made me feel comfortable enough given I work for a VERY strict (and often times unreasonable) health...

  12. Question for Career Nurses

    macfar28 replied to theaudra's topic in Nursing Career

    Agree with the above post about it varying by location. By 2020 all nurses in my health system (and those surrounding throughout our state) will have to have a BSN. The very same healthsystems i've...

  13. ER help!

    macfar28 replied to AubreyWinkler's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Since many of his visits to the ED involve severe pain, what about getting him hooked up with a pain clinic (if your community has one)? Good lucky to you

  14. How do you emotionally deal with this?

    macfar28 replied to mrnightinggale's topic in Psychiatric

    For me I just remember that every little bit helps...every positive message, every bit of praise and support I can give them begins to make a dent (hopefully) in the negative things they've...

  15. In over my head?

    macfar28 replied to LoveAura's topic in Psychiatric

    The way I see it...you can always find another job but your family can't find another you or another precious newborn. Take care of yourself and your

  16. a humble nurse asking for advice

    macfar28 replied to discouragedinCT's topic in Nursing Career

    No you are not less of a nurse! I am a psych nurse (always have been) and constantly get the "you're not a real nurse." Sure I am! I save lives like the rest, just in a different way. This is my love....

  17. Psychotic Psychic?

    macfar28 replied to Davey Do's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes I do believe there is a sixth sense for lack of a better description. About 10 years ago we had a patient successfully hang herself. Shortly after, while the room was still shut down and not in...

  18. Dismissed DUI in NC - How will this affect my application?

    macfar28 replied to emergency_love's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    It is my understanding from the NCBON that if the charges were dismissed there is no reason to report. Good luck and try not to make yourself crazy. This too shall

  19. NJ licencing app question

    macfar28 replied to lleah123's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    First I would pay to have the arrest expunged. Second I would contact your BON anonymously and pose this question to them. My guess is you'll be in the clear. Good

  20. Hired on a psych floor!

    macfar28 replied to srleslie's topic in Psychiatric

    Learn all you can from your preceptors. Ask questions, even the ones you feel might be dumb. Trust your gut feelings when working with patients - both in terms of safety but also in terms of what they...

  21. Important development

    macfar28 replied to BeOne77's topic in Psychiatric

    Wow, such compassion for a mother attempting to provide the best life for her child. I think it's pretty clear OP that you're here to attack people and pick a fight. No

  22. Nursing Student question HELP!

    macfar28 replied to richardvelaEMT's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I work in inpatient psych and we are desperate for male staff. Sorry to burst bubbles but being male does give you an advantage. We have adolescent males who need male role models and obvioulsy we...

  23. Arrest record with no convictions

    macfar28 replied to Lovinglife14's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    If the charges were withdrawn, as in dismissed, I would think it can't be held against you. You could call your BON anonymously and ask them directly. Good

  24. Psych Practicum?

    macfar28 replied to smoup's topic in Psychiatric

    I too had a BA in psychology and actually went to nursing school in order to be licensed in the field of mental health. Are there times I feel a little insecure with my medical skills? Sure. However I...

  25. Psych nursing is easy

    macfar28 replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Psychiatric

    Ask yourself this...what would you think if a psych nurse said to you, "wow, med-surg nursing is so easy. All you have to do is look at monitors and IV pumps. You just give meds and do tasks"???...