katnurseswims

Absolutely NOT! In my experience, those with strict religious beliefs care about one thing.....values based on a book about fantasy/male domination. That does not equate to patient advocacy, in any way.

You won't be able to work in the profession without the terminology

I had no idea it was legal to dilute pain meds like that. Is this in the US?

Go to the Nurse Practice Act of your state & follow policy/procedures of the facility. It sounds like the nurse probably overstepped her boundaries. Its most definitely your responsibility to report it to appropriate individuals. Great catch!! So...

It's pretty much all based on behavior now. They want to know what you would do. They already know you have skills, knowledge, & some sort of experience. Or they can train you in to their department. Hiring is now all about who you are and if you...

That was my first thought too

If you need an IV certification in Florida and you don't have one, then don't do it. End of story. You are risking your license.

I came across a patient once who received a "bath" full of baby powder. Instead of just cleaning this patient like one normally would before bed, this CNA was so lazy they thought the baby powder would suffice for peri-care. It was beyond disgusting.

And to "been there done that" (not willing to view every post to copy the quote again).....how are you able to give two patient's pain meds at once? There are strict policies when it comes to med passes, and it NEVER includes giving two patient's med...

Your DON was wrong in approaching you like this. I would not have attended to the other patient until the other patient's scheduled meds were passed. The family has unrealistic expectations of how one nurse cannot be in two places at once and the DON...

This is one of the most unprofessional posts I've seen on here. Grow up!

Do you still need those same pre-reqs with the BSN completion program? Btw....you can do the BSN completion program online. You would not need to apply to a program than requires those pre-reqs if going that route. Good luck....and enjoy Nursing Scho...

First semester of nursing school a substitute instructor was guiding another student on how to give an injection. The student accidentally poked herself with the needle......the instructor mulled over whether or not the needle was contaminated......d...

Very interesting in that the "heroic" qualities she is known for, came about because of her own mistakes. Don't get me wrong, she certainly was a pioneer in the nursing field, but not necessarily a modern day hero, to say the least. I was quite shock...

I don't see much about your post besides the "business" of nursing as a career to make some money. Honestly, be prepared for a lot more than that. I see people disregard the "taking care of people at their most vulnerable" aspect everyday and they do...

i see the post about there being liability issues here and the first thing I think of is that aren't you then responsible elsewhere for visitors, being they are in your facility? why discriminate by saying they can't lie or sit in the same bed with e...

A Nurse, since the age of five when my Dad bought me a Clara Barton doll and book at the hospital gift shop. I had a bout of gastroenteritis and hated getting poked with needles. It was such a sweet gesture from my Dad.

it never ceases to shock me how a situation like this can give someone a power trip. the daughter and doctor should be ashamed of themselves.

Lmao.....yeah, it's not like we actually want a life outside of work and school!

Saw a brain injured patient rape a coma patient...not a pleasant situation. It happened at the first CNA job I had and will remember the events in detail for the rest of my life!

Wow, with all the training nurses go through and still not being able to listen and believe the patient? This story makes me fairly discouraged and sad about fellow nurses. Yeah, there will be drug seekers, complainers, those who just want and need a...

Kat...initials and because I love cats. Nurse....well that's obvious. Swims....in my younger years I happened to be an accomplished U.S National team swimmer....long time ago. I had to give homage to all aspects of me ....:heartbeat.