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  1. I resigned today...

    diligent-trooper replied to DroogieRN's topic in General Nursing

    I do not have a personal story. My friend who has been a nurse for 17 years recently quit her job. The place had turned quite toxic over a course of one year. She applied for another job, and within...

  2. "You've got 4 days to improve or else..." ... advice?

    diligent-trooper replied to CherryLifeSaver2621's topic in Emergency

    You need to resign now and get another position. You definitely were given a job with no support, and with expectations that no one with your experience level could achieve. You were set-up to fail...

  3. Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

    diligent-trooper replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Group One should be available for review of the employee as well. Nothing can be put down unless it is truthful, which means "Proof". If there is no proof, or if it is gross exaggeration then the is...

  4. Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

    diligent-trooper replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am sorry this happened to you. With the story you presented, I gather you worked for a LTC facility. So many medications and treatments to administer, and so little time. Insulin for all the...

  5. FINAL WRITTEN WARNING, first ever med error

    diligent-trooper replied to angelstar5's topic in General Nursing

    I do not know what you are referring to when you state: "Group One." Honestly, if you are already on final written warning, I would be searching for another job. With 13 years of experience, you will...

  6. Fired from first RN job...does it get better?

    diligent-trooper replied to namiller1213's topic in Nursing Career

    I am sorry this happened to you. I do believe they were quick to terminate. I would have used it as a teachable moment. Narcotic medications, as you know, have a high abuse rate. Due to the concerns...

  7. This transporter looks as if he wants to punch me everytime I see him and Im scared

    diligent-trooper replied to willowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What do you mean: "Signing back the patient." If this is required documentation of both parties, his action could mean trouble for you with your boss, and reflecting poorly on your job

  8. Anticipation is killing me!

    diligent-trooper replied to lynchi7's topic in General Nursing

    I would just wait until they contact you. The following may not pertain to you, but I have had the unfortunate opportunity of having a great interview, and given the impression that I should be...

  9. HIPAA violation

    diligent-trooper replied to weamish's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    It most likely HIPPA hell, due to the fact the powers-that-may-be wish to apply a "black-and-white" rule related to HIPPA to a "gray" area. The more power one has the less likely they know how to...

  10. Fellow Nurse Goes Off On Me!!!!???

    diligent-trooper replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    LOL Yeah

  11. Why does this stigma exist in relation to new nurses?

    diligent-trooper replied to VeraciousRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    At my hospital, and ICU unit, any nurse who acted in such a way towards a new nurse, or nursing student was terminated the next day. It didn't matter how many years of experience, nor did it matter...

  12. How do you deal with an ignorant co-worker? Humble me with your advice, nurses!

    diligent-trooper replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in General Nursing

    I do not know the individual you are writing about, so your post is

  13. I'm not rude and assertive so I wouldn't survive at work...right?

    diligent-trooper replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I believe one should be assertive, but there are limits too. Respect is also key. One needs to respect their patient's wishes, in which match their needs and wants. I witnessed a nurse being...

  14. What's the scariest thing you've ever seen as a nurse?

    diligent-trooper replied to Nurse0621's topic in General Nursing

    The most scary thing I have ever seen in my career was the alien creature eat through a man's abdominal cavity in the ER. The man entered the ER with the complaint of cramping, and general malaise,...

  15. What is the difference between CLEAN and STERILE?

    diligent-trooper replied to ILoveTenerife's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yeah... like they said, and you said

  16. Do you think nursing has aged you?

    diligent-trooper replied to carolmaccas66's topic in General Nursing

    I think your question can be applied to any job which requires manual labor. Consider other occupations in which one uses their body to move, lift, bend over, squat, run, catch one's self in a...

  17. Doctors get free food...ALL the time?!

    diligent-trooper replied to Little_Mouse's topic in General Nursing

    How do you know for sure the physicians are receiving free food? They could have a charge

  18. What do you think of the nursing schools that churn out graduates in a instant...?

    diligent-trooper replied to tatempole's topic in General Nursing

    Some schools are willing to give an individual a chance to prove that they do have the ability to succeed in the school's curriculum. Keep in mind, everyone one must pass the NCLEX examination. In my...

  19. How much danger are our licenses in... really?

    diligent-trooper replied to CloudySue's topic in General Nursing

    Any time one works with a group of women, there will be extreme drama. "You could lose your license, if you look at me wrong." "You could lose your license:nurse: if you burp, and do not say excuse...

  20. Feeling like the 5th Wheel at Work....And I feel stupid :(

    diligent-trooper replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am so sorry this nurse has issues. Most likely she is one who feels insecure about her abilities. "Didn't you go to Nursing School" What a B*&^(%.!!!! Believe me, I didn't know an...

  21. Punched in face, kicked by resident

    diligent-trooper replied to favthing's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I believe this issue is a major problem, and more nurses within Long-care facilities are going to experience exactly what you are describing. It is due to the idea that new psycho-active drugs have...

  22. How long does it take you to calm down?

    diligent-trooper replied to bridezillatobe's topic in General Nursing

    It is usually when I am outside the clinical environment that I will experience what you are talking about. I believe our brains just expect something to happen at the work place, not outside it. I...

  23. CNA disrespecting new grad.

    diligent-trooper replied to JillFRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would write them up!

  24. Bipolar and going into nursing

    diligent-trooper replied to PghRN30's topic in General Nursing

    I know you believe nurses are perfect human beings, and no nurse would have a mental disorder. NOT! Do not sell yourself short. You are not damaged goods. As long as the medical issue is being...

  25. New Grad RN CAN'T FIND WORK!! What should I do?

    diligent-trooper replied to Aubrey88RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I applied to hospitals, with the impression I was competing with new nurse graduates, later to be rejected and told the positions were being filled with more experienced individuals. wHaaaaa! I...