Mrs. SnowStormRN

Mrs. SnowStormRN RN

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  1. Catching an STD while examining patient

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    Hepatitis and HIV can be transmitted through the blood as well as sexually. So I imagine this is how this is occurring. (ie. accidental needle

  2. Is she taking advantage of my RN license?

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thats one thing I did do with the last call. When they asked about me working with her I said, "Its been a long time since Ive worked with her and that we only worked about a year together." and when...

  3. Help! Nursing care plan

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to studentlearning10's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Not trying to be mean but you should go to your local library or bookstore and purchase a careplan book. It really doesnt seem right to ask people to do your homework for you. Figure it out, whose...

  4. Help!!! Pregnant and on the job search

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to MJJFan1's topic in General Nursing

    I was in this situation 5 years ago, I did not mention I was pregnant until after I got the job. Needless to say, I was a great worker, the pregnancy wasnt an issue, and even though I didnt recieve...

  5. Better Option: Pregnant in nursing school/after

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Pa0428's topic in General Nursing

    I am actually pregnant now. My husband came home from Iraq and I immediatly got pregnant (during my last semester) graduated in Dec and of course cannot get a job (due soon). I say, wait and get a...

  6. Nurses receiving poor care....

    Mrs. SnowStormRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    What do you say when youre the patient and your nurse is screwing up? Ive had this dilemma a few times, I often do not reveal myself as a nurse to the staff, even when I notice they are doing...

  7. GUM! Can you chew it on shift?

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to SummitRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I was just going to say, lets agree to disagree. Everyone has an opinion - this could go on

  8. Job market reality for new nurses

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to DNS on the go's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So many people get into nursing because they believe its an easy check, many dont know we earn every dime. With that said, it does make the job market more difficult to get into because everyone and...

  9. GUM! Can you chew it on shift?

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to SummitRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Thats unfortunate, but couldnt it have easily been a mint/candy that slid out of her mouth? Just

  10. GUM! Can you chew it on shift?

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to SummitRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    My friend works at a hospital in which gum chewing is prohibited while working, they also have their nurses walking around saying, "Is there anything I can do for you, I have the

  11. Street Drug PANDORA

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to tasharn06's topic in General Nursing

    1st I've heard of

  12. Unemployed and Pregnant...

    Mrs. SnowStormRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    :idea:Hello. I recently became a RN in Dec (2010) during my last semester my husband returned from Iraq and needless to say I got pregnant INSTANTLY. Which is fantastic, because we want one more...

  13. Customer Service at any cost and its effect on burn out and safety??

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to PACURN1818's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OMG! A hospital here has the nurses using this line, "Is there anything else I can do for you? I have the time." what a bunch of

  14. Customer Service at any cost and its effect on burn out and safety??

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to PACURN1818's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Almost makes you wonder if people want a hospital stay or a hotel stay? Whats this look like, the

  15. Nurses receiving poor care....

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    No, minor things. Things like improper use of the breast pump (or just not knowing how to turn it on). Ive had to stop a couple when it comes to IV insertion (joy of military hospitals), small things...

  16. Unemployed and Pregnant...

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing your experience, very

  17. Unemployed and Pregnant...

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    :)

  18. Customer Service at any cost and its effect on burn out and safety??

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to PACURN1818's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Imagine my dilemma, us mental health nurses have been getting abused for years, BUT its not unusual to call the cops in my field - which I am grateful

  19. Prefilled Heparin/Lovenox syringes and cosigning

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to pjdksmith's topic in General Nursing

    Safest thing to do is to check your hospital's policy and procedure manual and follow the protocal specific to your place of

  20. Help me choose the right healthcare profession!

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to JRJR's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered becoming a Nurse Practitioner? If so, continue the path your on - BUT if you heart desire is to become a Medical Doctor, follow that dream if you can. MUCH

  21. Please help...need advice!

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to sungrl01's topic in General Nursing

    I can see that hospital having many malpractice lawsuits in their future. SMH! this is preposterous.This is where most training should take place. The seriousness and nature of this floor. The...

  22. Are you serious?

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like your patient has the "Arent I your ONLY patient?" syndrome. If you get my drift. Many pts seem to think we dont have to care for anyone else other than them. Im sure this wont be your...

  23. I know this is rather mediocre.....

    Mrs. SnowStormRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    But it's great for convo. Im just curious if I am the only person who gets annoyed with medical shows (although it's fiction) that continue to show us in a negative light - or NOT show us at all....

  24. LTC misfortune

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to InPrivate's topic in General Nursing

    Thats LTC for you, it will burn you out and quickly. GOOD LUCK to

  25. New NA on Telemetry Unit

    Mrs. SnowStormRN replied to Kaitlinaubree's topic in General Nursing

    Dont be afraid to ask questions, GOOD