Leader25 ASN, BSN, RN

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  1. Leader25

    Pre-employment physicals: Who pays?

    Leader25 replied to alfa-sierra's topic in Travel

    good to know about the
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    L&D vs OBGYN

    Leader25 replied to JuliannaJ's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I my areas --LD is just that ,but may have LDR 's,post partum no longer used as all have been blended as Mother/Baby unit with some antepartums thrown in. Some other places have a dedicated...
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    Nasty/aggressive patients

    Leader25 replied to Kugrad2018's topic in General Nursing

    I am glad I had the meanest raunchiest patients in nursing school,and waking up someone who is handcuffed to the bed , to do a bp was unnerving but you learn.You have gotten some good advice here...
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    Anatomy & Physiology 2 Exam 2 Any Possible Tips for Heart and Blood Vessels)

    Leader25 replied to Scoobyfn8's topic in General Students

    Give me the whole fetal and adult cardiac
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    Should I go to work during the strike?

    Leader25 replied to runstohousebeats's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    By all means stay home.Your supervisor seems cool with it, any way ,Hospital gets ample notice before the strike,most are just one day,no one wants to hurt a patient.The more people stick together...
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    Loud Cartoons for Elderly Patients

    Leader25 replied to NurseSince2014's topic in General Nursing

    Start the rumor that you heard the authorities are getting involved because this is under the new law of "Elder Abuse",then go to HR and tell them to do something ,to monitor the situation or this...
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    Friend is sending FB requests to all ICU/ER nurses

    Leader25 replied to NurseSince2014's topic in General Nursing

    Facebook is not a professional website,LinkedIn is but where privacy is concerned neither one holds water,you have to be willing to spend time checking and selecting each setting for maximum privacy...
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    Is it wrong to start infusion that will not finish till next shift?

    Leader25 replied to Capp's topic in Patient Medications

    Wow if that is what some nurses find annoying,they will have gone into resp arrest at some of the things witnessed in a real job,lol.[sarcastic comment] Lose your license,seriously?...I am sure many...
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    The life or death squatty potty

    Leader25 replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    This is what I don't get .Millions are spent on remodels,new rooms,making the patient comfortable but need a step stool to reach meds,supplies, put your feet up and you are out of luck. My unit had...
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    Grossed out for the first time this year

    Leader25 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    eeeeeeeeeewwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!!!!!!
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    New grad nurse wondering if I made a mistake choosing this career

    Leader25 replied to ddrn97's topic in First Year After Licensure

    it sounds like you are really fortunate no one is yelling at you or looking over your shoulder,most of your stress seems from your own perception.Hope it improves for you ,if not may I suggest...
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    Missed it

    Leader25 replied to BluebellRN's topic in School

    You poor thing ,dont feel bad,I had to call my insurance co for approval to go to er after a bad fall ,my arm was hurting ,swollen,but the telephone triage nurse with the big bad insurance company...
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    Powerful prayer that will help you pass your exam!

    Leader25 replied to Tdizzle's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    St.Expeditus (Armenian
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    Tattoos in the workplace

    Leader25 replied to KB4848's topic in General Nursing

    Ok so I am complaining.Having been a patient at times,I find them dirty looking,like soiled skin.If no one complained to you it is because they were too polite to impose on you,although the reverse is...
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    Case Study: Why Is She Having Hallucinations? The Mystery of The Dog in A Fedora

    Leader25 replied to SafetyNurse1968's topic in Critical Care

    Pesticide poisoning from picking
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    How do you stay warm at work?

    Leader25 replied to Vfernandes's topic in General Nursing

    I have relatives that are always cold and they have been happy with the brand cuddle duds,I think walmart carries them and online at amazon.not bulky at
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    Dilemma for CA New Grad in Norcal

    Leader25 replied to vkRN823's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you ever driven 6 hours?You might not what I have to say but the baby is number one here not your career.Those first three formative years are very important."A child has a need for its mother...
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    Facility does not provide breaks - What can we do?

    Leader25 replied to Lorie Brown RN, MN, JD's topic in Nursing Career

    Since you already have it in your contract,they are violating the contract big time.Contact the organizer, file a grievance.Your meal break is not paid,so you are working for free.The 15 min breaks...
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    Why do teachers

    Leader25 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Why are youa school nurse ?,seems like you can do something
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    I want to be a nurse but im not good at math

    Leader25 replied to wizardwendy's topic in General Nursing

    I feel for you ,nothing worse than negative persons that discourage you.Turn a deaf ear and proceed.Concentrate on your studies and forget the rest of the negative remarks.Discuss with your guidance...
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    Please help!

    Leader25 replied to KrisCris's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would have been happy to respond,I enjoy helping future nurses.When they visit my unit I am so happy showing them around.You may still pm me if you need additional info.I do agree though more...
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    Swastikas & Nursing | Refusing care based upon moral objection?

    Leader25 replied to guest042302019's topic in General Nursing

    Your patients are not the only ones you need to think about.There is much you do not know,as the saying goes all that glitters is not gold.Look left and look right and you will never know your own co...
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    NICU nurse certifications

    Leader25 replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Why do you want to be a stand out?Graduate,pass your exam ,get your license and a good resume. You need to absorb all about newborns to have a basis for what a sick neonate does.You will be given NRP...
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    Removed from Nurse Residency Program-Should I Try Psych?

    Leader25 replied to dbabz's topic in First Year After Licensure

    See you can deduct there is more than one way to skin a cat.Many different experiences here from school programs.In my day IV certification took place on the job,but you really had to already know how...
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    Never got the job :(

    Leader25 replied to Ashlyn11's topic in General Nursing

    If You ask the union to look into it then when you have confirmation you can decide whether to file a first step grievance.There might be other factors,such as qualifications etc. Good