thenursemandy

thenursemandy

Med-Surg, LTC, Psych, Addictions.

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  1. First patient death as an RN

    thenursemandy replied to julz68's topic in General Nursing

    You learned a valuable lesson.....new onset severe fear, restlessness or aggitation can occur shortly before

  2. Frontier Nursing University WAIT LIST.

    thenursemandy replied to marienurse18's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I didn't get accepted. I've been an LPN for 8 years, but have only been an RN about 9 months. I wonder if FNU turned me down bc I have less than 1 year RN experience. My GPA is average and I had good...

  3. Petition for new nurses

    thenursemandy replied to Just and R.N's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Too many new nurses say the same things over and over, " I can't find a job. I thought there was a nursing shortage ?" It's the sad truth that most of these shocked new nurses didn't do their...

  4. What Are The Most Creative Call-off Excuses You Have Heard?

    thenursemandy replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Bump! Keep em coming.

  5. Petition for new nurses

    thenursemandy replied to Just and R.N's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think people pursuing a degree based on public statements such as "nurses make big bucks", "nurses are in high demand", "there's a huge nursing shortage" etc. reap their own reward for not seeking...

  6. wasting time?

    thenursemandy replied to smurfynursey's topic in Emergency

    Whatever happened to compassionate, nonjudgemental care? Since when are nurses judge, jury and executioner? I think its not fair to say that ALL pain meds should be given IM..... Its too bad a few...

  7. What Are The Most Creative Call-off Excuses You Have Heard?

    thenursemandy replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I don't say why I'm calling in. Its none of their business in most cases. Once I was literally trapped in an alley by two foot deep snow. I called plowers and even the street department to plow my...

  8. wasting time?

    thenursemandy replied to smurfynursey's topic in Emergency

    That is some hateful, misguided attitude you have. "All pain meds should be IM". "If they really need it, they shouldn't care". I hope you never end up scared, alone and in pain in an ER with a nurse...

  9. Vanderbilt Medical Center to have nurses cleaning up

    thenursemandy replied to DidiRN's topic in General Nursing

    These companies fire in bouts to stay under the radar...thinking they're so bright. I hope the stingy corporate jerks pay

  10. i believe it's time to call it quits......

    thenursemandy replied to Junebug59's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Right now its more difficult for any nurse to get a job let alone one with the baggage you carry. I'm so sorry you're suffering. I hope that you don't spiral back into depression again. You may not be...

  11. Second Interview--Did I Ruin My Chance?

    thenursemandy replied to melmacrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't think that your replies failed you. I think being pregnant could. Why would they invest money and time in an employee that will need to take time off after only 3 months, and possibly decide...

  12. Top medications used in LTC

    thenursemandy replied to jkline18's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I had a female pt on Viagra too. I thought it was a mistake, but it wasn't. It was for her stiff

  13. Top medications used in LTC

    thenursemandy replied to jkline18's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone, Colace, Senna, Metamucil, Miralax, Milk of Mag, Lisinopril, Furosemide, Hydroclorothiazide, Digoxin, Namenda, Duoneb, Spiriva, Combivent, Synthroid, Lipitor, metformin,...

  14. September 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    thenursemandy replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Nurse: There were no incident reports, everyone worked as a team, call lights were answered within seconds, Dr. orders were neatly written, each pt and their family members were happy, I took all of...

  15. Wrong career choices...

    thenursemandy replied to Nursejesssica's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I wouldn't give you a second chance. You cost them time and money, then backed out. I wish you luck finding a job that you find meaningful and more patient

  16. Can someone with add , adhd and that has a learning disability go to RN school?

    thenursemandy replied to jerseygirl51991's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I have worked with QMAs and nurses with ADD. They for the most part are successful and able to complete their duties. That being said, other nurses will notice the ADD symptoms : whistling, tapping,...

  17. Job Offer Washington State

    thenursemandy posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I had an interview for a PRN position at a LTC/ Rehab facility in a smallish town in Washington state. The interview went well and they offered me the job. I'm new to this state, from the midwest. I...

  18. What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    thenursemandy replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    A girl in my nursing class named her daughters India, Arabia and Syria. HER name was Chiza. I have been long-time friends with a family that has numerous strange names: Gaelein, Welcome, Izraia,...

  19. Hospital sued for faces drawn on surgical patient

    thenursemandy replied to Esme12's topic in General Nursing

  20. New hire and pregnant... need advice Please.

    thenursemandy replied to Encast's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Don't tell anyone. I can imagine them finding a reason to let you go, then you possibly losing this baby too. You could lose your job for nothing. If you are lucky enough to carry to 20 weeks, come...

  21. Job Offer Washington State

    thenursemandy replied to thenursemandy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hey Kate, It was cool to meet you the other day. Small world! I look forward to working with you in the near future. :) Take

  22. Would going to LPN school be a bad idea in my situation?

    thenursemandy replied to chelseyelise7's topic in School, College Programs

    If you decide to do the LPN and have your employer pay for it, be aware that you will most likely be required to work for them a certain amount of time for each incriment that they give you....say 1...

  23. Did being unattractive hurt your career?

    thenursemandy replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Nursing Career

    When I meet other nurses, if I feel appropriate, will tell then I suffer from "***** face".... and explain that I look upset when I'm not smiling and not to take me that way. They laugh and say...

  24. RN Salary Survey 2013: Post here!

    thenursemandy replied to ItsColduphere's topic in General Nursing

    1. Washington 2. LTC/rehab 3. 8 years LPN, 6 months RN 4. $24.73 5. Don't know. I'm PRN. 6. No Feeling screwed. A small, basic 3/1 house is $1,200/ mo. My last job in Indiana paid $22.50 but my...

  25. Charting Bloopers

    thenursemandy replied to AHarri66's topic in Nursing Humor

    :)! That is awesome! My eyes are tearing up.