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  1. charting"incident report filled" in nurse's notes

    mscsrjhm replied to NICURN04's topic in General Nursing

    i think this varies from state to state. i know a few years ago this issue was "up in the air" in medmal/neg field. it would be interesting to know for certain. it is usually requested in discovery,...

  2. nurse strikes

    mscsrjhm replied to mistydave's topic in General Nursing

    There was a question earlier re RN/LPN unions- has anyone ever heard of an LPN union? All nursing unions I have knowledge of (not many) only represent RNs. Anyone

  3. Can anyone give me the pathophysiology of pleural effusion?

    mscsrjhm replied to pihay82's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Nurses tend to eat their young. This IS a nursing site, and it was a medical question. Sometimes I can't google a good answer for my specific question

  4. I know a CNA who's name badge says nurse!

    mscsrjhm replied to RNFROMTHEHILL's topic in General Nursing

    It seems to be (possibly) a cultural thing. There are others who agree with me (other posts), that come from the midwest/gulf coast region, as do some of my co-workers. Perhaps we are understanding...

  5. I know a CNA who's name badge says nurse!

    mscsrjhm replied to RNFROMTHEHILL's topic in General Nursing

    It IS different than a security guard or paralegal (in many states). The majority of states DO NOT find it illegal to call yourself a nurse. As a nurse I don't find it offensive to use the term...

  6. I know a CNA who's name badge says nurse!

    mscsrjhm replied to RNFROMTHEHILL's topic in General Nursing

    Worked with quite a few "nurses" that I wouldn't want near me, my enemies, or a dog. I have found that ability isn't always discerned by education. Simply because they have the education and title...

  7. Clock out by 8am or get reprimanded!!!

    mscsrjhm replied to RnM21's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    One of the great "irks" in nursing- darned if you do and darned if you don't. If all employees take a stand- management has to address ot vs workload. But there are many employees who tiptoe around...

  8. I want your staffing horror stories. . .

    mscsrjhm replied to NorfolkRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I have twice worked 24 hours straight. First time-working 16 hour shift at LTC through agency- relief called in. Agency couldn't/wouldn't help- admin for LTC wouldn't even answer phone. 2nd time-...

  9. I can't do it all

    mscsrjhm replied to nursecrk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Just a thought but, maybe things might get better. I am thinking of the very demanding generation X. It is their parents that will require care. And they can be VERY

  10. new nurse biggest mistakes

    mscsrjhm replied to smtwinfalls's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Ego, newnursitis is the biggest problem I have seen with new

  11. Geriatric family member needs a PICC line

    mscsrjhm replied to MsDelta's topic in General Nursing

    Your questions indicate some confusion. Inform your family member's nurse or physician that you have concerns and would like some of her/his time. Perhaps you could ask for a scheduled time to sit...

  12. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    ??? I find this attitude in nursing very self-righteous. If Sally at Dr. Smith's office wants to tell someone that she is "one of Dr. Smith's nurses, I just don't care. If she states that she is an...

  13. Above and Beyond Scope

    mscsrjhm replied to gingersdad's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    If CNA #1 informed CNA #2 that the nurse had been made aware of the low blood sugar, there is no excuse for the CNA to perform any type of unauthorized intervention. A verbal reprimand or reminder is...

  14. I would like to say

    mscsrjhm replied to student-with-no-life's topic in General Nursing

    !!!!! After instructing an LPN student re PICC flushing and dressing change, her instructor called me aside to inform me that LPNs could not touch IVs, per nurse practice act. We immediately googled...

  15. How many RN's would go the BON about MA's

    mscsrjhm replied to time4meRN's topic in General Nursing

    Have you shown the Doctor and the MAs your state statute regarding the term "nurses"? (Some states do not have laws regarding the term). Does the Office Manager have any

  16. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

  17. Pet peeves!

    mscsrjhm replied to ADN 2002's topic in General Nursing

    Biggest pet peeve: Turning a patient: Getting everything ready, pads and/or new sheets halfway there, all you need is 1 minute of help- You ask for help- "Everything is ready- just one quick turn"...

  18. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    Wonder why it should matter whether a "nurse" is an RN or LPN? According to states with regulations re the term "nurse", either an RN or LPN can use the term. Why should it matter on this thread?...

  19. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    mscsrjhm replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would KILL (just an expression) to tell a patient; "You and I both know that you are not allergic to Tylenol, Motrin, Aleve,or Aspirin---Everybody knows you want the narcotics, so JUST SAY

  20. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    excuse me? elusive? because i choose not to list of my credentials? i am not offended that we have different opinions, but i am a little taken aback by accusatory insinuations simply because we...

  21. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    (Hehe) That was pretty good- hadn't occurred to

  22. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    26 years and counting. Hence

  23. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    Very true. If this is illegal in that state, she has just committed a

  24. When people say they are nurses but not...

    mscsrjhm replied to Jacobero's topic in General Nursing

    Personal responsibility. A patient will take advise from any office personnel regarding preps. Whether she said she was a nurse or not. Frequently it is not licensed nurses giving imaging prep...

  25. Nurses malpractice insurance

    mscsrjhm replied to elk007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Status of malpractice insurance is found in discovery. 1. Pt is injured-suspected malpractice or negligence (no money without damage) 2. Attorneys obtain med records, sent to Professional as...