Leader25 ASN, BSN, RN

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    Suspension

    Leader25 replied to stasiastar's topic in General Nursing

    The unit is not running like a greasy tire,staff is obviously unhappy,there is no quality care in short
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    Suspension

    Leader25 replied to stasiastar's topic in General Nursing

    Oh Boy,this is a thin ice scenario,where they feel they can abuse/work you like a donkey,and threaten you for whatever they dream up.This is a dicey area,if you had taken shift report on your patients...
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    PRN Question

    Leader25 replied to Okieatheart's topic in General Nursing

    i had a prn job like that once,they said just put down when you are available,so being in need of work and checked off everyday on the paper.At first i was asked and confirmed after calling me the...
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    Downstaffing

    Leader25 replied to KSjo88's topic in General Nursing

    I was warned about this multiple hospital trend over 20 years ago by a very wise organized union person,looks like it is really happening
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    Hiring an RN into private practice

    Leader25 replied to curiousMD's topic in General Nursing

    i think that would be ideal for a retiree,depends on travel distance and uniform expenses,parking availability,post in
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    Manager said something covertly racist

    Leader25 replied to sugarmagnolia3's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry but did you forget to take some medication today?I have seen this none sense involving every specter.If the Latino nurse is not making a big deal out of it why are you.Did she ask,beg you...
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    New qualified nurse. Legs and KILLING me

    Leader25 replied to SallyRi's topic in General Nursing

    My dear here are three things you should try because it does get easier but you also need to survive the trial. 1.Podiatrist sports medicine ,make appointment. 2.Get fitted by podiatrist or casted for...
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    I think I might hate nursing

    Leader25 replied to Lexi256's topic in General Nursing

    In all my years I have never seen a nurse having time to play candy crush let alone have time to eat and use the
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    Excelsior Pass Rates!!!

    Leader25 replied to j1l4d's topic in Excelsior College

    I tried that route did all and passed CPNE,one instructor was less experienced than a new grad,I was already an experienced RN going for BSN,She gave confusing directions and was disorganized causing...
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    Create a Meme - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Leader25 replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Buh bye
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    Cartoon Caption Contest WIN $250! Nurses Week 2018

    Leader25 replied to Brian S.'s topic in News, Announcements

    Sars,TB,H1N1,swine flu , yuk, eek yech ,..... knew I should have called in
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    Do nurses get away with nurse brutality

    Leader25 replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    police brutality? perspective? I guess you never had the need to call 911.I would like to hear your perspective after you get called to depose. Good luck in your
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    Why are nurses the only profession that cannot accept gifts?

    Leader25 replied to RockinNurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    We get cards,flowers,food,sometimes the worst family,the most evil, demanding for months on end,which made everyone stand on their head, give zero!But we are soo happy they are
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    Can nurses live a luxurious life?

    Leader25 replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Nursing

    As my accountant said,"it is a nice second
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    Can nurses live a luxurious life?

    Leader25 replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Nursing

    . As you climb the ranks and move into more leadership or management positions, your earning potential will increase.
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    Medication administration confusion???

    Leader25 replied to Mike DBD's topic in General Nursing

    Drawing up and giving meds someone else drew is a minefield,it depends....I have seen many mistakes made by pharmacy or tech that nurses have caught. Im just
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    Can I work three 12hours shifts while going to school for BSN

    Leader25 replied to Treeanaxo's topic in General Students

    A one year old in daycare,school and working ft,it can be done but you will regret what you missed out on.Less shifts and less daycare,the one year old is a baby still.Good luck to
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    Older Student, Unprofessional Nurse During Clinical

    Leader25 replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in General Students

    Do you think it was right to go to teacher and complain? You expect respect but you do not care about a private conversation between two adults,you say you get the venting part,do you really? You have...
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    Friending patient families on social media?

    Leader25 replied to Missie Hannie's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Nurses do it but I do not nor recommend it.Isaw the story of a nurse posting something that other did not like, this stranger looked up where she worked from her FB posts,profile,and reported it to...
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    Advice on my next steps from those who have gone before me...

    Leader25 replied to LovegelatoRN's topic in Nursing Career

    It is great to be able to be with your children and still have a pt job and fill in when ever you are needed.The reality is that you take a big hit financially for your future.Look at your benefits...
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    New Grad Fired After 2 Weeks

    Leader25 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    You got lucky,you got a chance to see what a hell hole that place is with rude unprofessional administration before committing to staying there and being abused .Now you have a taste of the real...
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    Can nurses live comfortably?

    Leader25 replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Nursing

    your question should be can nurses retire and still afford healthcare and
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    senior capstone

    Leader25 replied to hihi's topic in US Territories, Puerto Rico

    The slow momments of NICU can be very deceiving,it could be the quiet before the storm rages.No one knows who will deliver and when and who shows up at the ER straight off an airplane.There is plenty...
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    Domestic Violence charge in Florida

    Leader25 replied to Guest838984's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Too bad you didnot knock some sense into him as as no pressing charges.Damn little
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    Completely at my wits end on how to start my nursing education

    Leader25 replied to sanb26's topic in Nursing Career

    unreal,I would not pay that much for LVN,how are you ever going to make the money