alaskaman

alaskaman

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  1. Feeling terrible about mistake

    alaskaman replied to Forever a New Nurse's topic in Critical Care

    Every clinician makes mistakes. It is impossible to know everything. You learned not to use the port. Lesson learned. Pt is ok. After 30 years I can tell you so many stories. Here's one. At the ICU VA...

  2. Im very discouraged am I in the right field

    alaskaman replied to Glashburn's topic in Nursing Career

    This is about organizing charting in the practice of nursing

  3. Im very discouraged am I in the right field

    alaskaman replied to Glashburn's topic in Nursing Career

    You'll need to build your charting immediately after your patient assessments. What charting system are you using. This is a very common

  4. Advice needed on career change

    alaskaman replied to CrzyCatLady86's topic in General Specialties

    Have you thought about case management and certification? Sounds like after many years moving to a step away from the bedside might be a good idea. There is also insurance agencies which use...

  5. Manager Insists....

    alaskaman posted a topic in General Nursing

    On a new position for 7 months....last week the manager told me that to comply with the policy day shift nurses (12 hour) stay on the unit until 1930. Typically in a high acuity area after you give...

  6. Manager Insists....

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the replies. Its always been a flexibility issue for me. To meet family for dinner, I see it as a courtesy. But be that as it may I don't really think that it is a deal breaker. I am...

  7. Manager Insists....

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    I've just never heard of it. Managers typically will be flexible. If something happens there are plenty of nurses to help out. I wonder if I told her that after the year (to repay 25k relo) I'll be...

  8. Forged ACLS and possible suspension of license?

    alaskaman replied to Tweetee102's topic in General Nursing

    An infraction at best would be my guess. The lesson, hopefully learned without a suspension. Hospitals typically say if no ACLS you cannot work so with that pressure the issue is timing. Her ability...

  9. Forged ACLS and possible suspension of license?

    alaskaman replied to Tweetee102's topic in General Nursing

    I personally don't think that this will rise to Board level. It was not a patient care

  10. Forged ACLS and possible suspension of license?

    alaskaman replied to Tweetee102's topic in General Nursing

    Why did you do this? You will have to be ready to explain that to the Board and/or your next

  11. Helping During Disaster/Tragedy

    alaskaman posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is any nurse or doctor aware of how we can volunteer to help in hospitals during mass casualty events such as Las Vegas? I tried to find links but could not. Red Cross? Thanks in Advance. God

  12. Helping During Disaster/Tragedy

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I very much appreciate your

  13. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I recognize this may have been talked about. I have been offered an interview for a Navigator position with the same company I work for 5 days 8 hours. I currently work 5 12s in a 2 week pay period....

  14. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I hear that. 12's are long and harsh....yet the ICU is a very satisfying position. A couple of the docs told me that they would be happy to provide a reference and tell them that I was awful and not...

  15. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    After some listening and talking with Navigators I have decided to stay with the ICU. Even with all it's challenges it is more who I am. I was dissapointed that a nurse working in the navigator role...

  16. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Had the interview. very dynamic group. I did well. It turns out they are trying to build into a .8 with 5 days on and then 5 days off which would be ideal for me. Should know within one week. I am...

  17. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Appreciate your responses. The Navigator is the patient centered way to migrate patients through the health care system. The Navigator and the Hospitalist work as a team to get patients from ER to...

  18. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    alaskaman replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks very much for your response....good to know how you see

  19. Traveling Nurse - Who has the best medical plan

    alaskaman posted a topic in Travel

    I chatted with my old company this morning. Health insurance for myself and spouse is $1,200.00 per month. Are all companies this pricey now?

  20. Reinstated; What now?

    alaskaman replied to freerad1963's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You should IMO contact the BRN and ask how you should proceed. A positive attitude and letters from your MD will be very helpful. Follow their guidelines and keep in touch with them to make sure your...

  21. Travel agencies for newbie travelers??? Need advice

    alaskaman replied to Lunalitsa's topic in Travel

    Highway Hypodermics has a list of the top 10. I can tell you from my experience as many can stay away from American Mobile. I have had several good experiences with On Assignment. Other than that...

  22. Will these items prevent me from being an RN?

    alaskaman replied to pediatricnurse2016's topic in Nursing Career

    Ask the Board of Nursing in your state to which you want to get licensed. You can ask without giving your identification if you are

  23. Why do travelers get hired?

    alaskaman replied to Staragate's topic in Travel

    The cost of using a travel nurse is less than hiring a benefited full time employee even though the travel nurse makes more dollars per hour. In addition, the travel nurse company is responsible for...

  24. San Diego. Scripps vs. Palomar Pomerado

    alaskaman posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am seeking opinions on which employer is a better environment for nurses. Currently I am with Scripps. I realize that Scripps is non union. On starting they paid for my COBRA until benefits...

  25. American Mobile Healthcare

    alaskaman posted a topic in General Nursing

    I wanted to post this to provide an advisement against working with AMN. I have worked as an RN for 19 years the most recent 8 years in critical care. It takes a lot to make me post this but I want to...