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  1. 2 PRN jobs?

    Gently.me replied to EDnursetobe's topic in General Nursing

    I also have two PRN jobs, and I love it. My first job is at a neurosurgery center and the second is at urgent care. The pros are: 1. Great experience in both 2. Both jobs are completely different...

  2. Flu Vac, should it be mandatory

    Gently.me replied to hagler2011's topic in General Nursing

    Quite frankly I feel your attitude is poor and selfish. If I were your employer, I would be A ok with you not working in my facility, because it seems, you just don't get it. This is not about...

  3. First interview went great...and then this happened.

    Gently.me replied to HelpMeNewGradRN's topic in General Nursing

    This truly should not be a game changer. Everyone has had days where we are space cadets and forget/lose something. Most employers understand that thsoe getting interviewed are nervious, so I would...

  4. Flu Vac, should it be mandatory

    Gently.me replied to hagler2011's topic in General Nursing

    i agree with having mandatory flu shots, unless you are allergic to eggs or have a contraindication to the shot. i really am getting sick and tired of this whole argument. for those who are arguing...

  5. Obese children...my rant

    Gently.me replied to Gently.me's topic in Pediatric

    Every time I hear the quote "it runs in the family" I have to bluntly tell that person it is their choice to break the chain, because dead is dead. When it comes to obesity, they may have to work...

  6. Obese children...my rant

    Gently.me replied to Gently.me's topic in Pediatric

    Ok, I have the tendency to be blunt, and when I say this, I am saying it with love. Practicality and common sense does not equal judgement. I am so sick of our culture and the constant implications...

  7. Obese children...my rant

    Gently.me replied to Gently.me's topic in Pediatric

    Ugh guys I am so glad you all agree. I felt so helpless walking out of that room, when all I wanted to do is slap that woman across the face!! By not being the adults, these parents are not only...

  8. "You'll be hearing from my lawyer."

    Gently.me replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ahh how I love nurses. Such a wonderful perspective that I didnt even think of. Thanks for pointing it out!! It wasnt a black mark, it was a "heres what they said dont do it again." I guess this is a...

  9. Foley sterile field

    Gently.me replied to AJPV's topic in General Nursing

    Yes ask!!! It is hard enough having to worry about getting it in the correct hole (sometimes on elderly ladies, anatomy is not what it should be), but something so stupid as to where to put the...

  10. Foley sterile field

    Gently.me replied to AJPV's topic in General Nursing

    I do not recommend sticking everything between the pts thighs... most patients do not want a catheter, and LOTS of patients like to kick... there goes the sterile field. Most of the catheters we do...

  11. Pt not allowed to refuse care?

    Gently.me replied to optimist's topic in General Nursing

    This is what happens when we let the stupid people make the laws. Nursing now a days is all about CYA (Cover Your A--you know what) and is getting less about patient care. UGH UGH

  12. "You'll be hearing from my lawyer."

    Gently.me replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    People get offended too easily. We had one nurse who was written up for saying "member". Here is the situation: Family is in room with pt, and pt has incontinence. Family attempts to clean up pt...

  13. Pt not allowed to refuse care?

    Gently.me replied to optimist's topic in General Nursing

    Schizophrenics can refuse their psych meds but they cannot refuse their care? Something is wrong there. I think, for your facilities sake however, you need to find a way to get that patient out of...

  14. Ranting!...

    Gently.me replied to brotherbear's topic in General Nursing

    I think I might be confused here. Lol I have been having a hectic week and when I saw the title "Ranting" I thought maybe someone else can relate. I am a little concerned for you and your quick...

  15. Do you feel prepared for a suicide threat?

    Gently.me replied to grownuprosie's topic in General Nursing

    Most people who are actually calling to admit to suicidal ideation, do not really want to do it. Never underestimate the power of hopelessness/helplessness. I worked in a doctors office and have had a...

  16. Need HELP keeping my emotions in check

    Gently.me replied to jg24's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey Girlie hang in there!!! Sometimes it takes awhile to pass meds, especially if you do not know the patients well. You are doing them a GREAT service by taking your time and doing it right. You...

  17. "You'll be hearing from my lawyer."

    Gently.me replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a pain management clinic, and we get it all the time. The doctor laughs when we tell him all the cases. My other job is working at an urgent care where we have frequent flyers coming in for...

  18. Filter needles for glass vials?

    Gently.me replied to jrsmrs's topic in Patient Medications

    I have been doing some research on this subject and found this website to be very enlightening!!!

  19. Filter needles for glass vials?

    Gently.me replied to jrsmrs's topic in Patient Medications

    On a related topic, the epi we have here comes in ampules. If we were to need to administer epi STAT due to anaphylaxis, do you have the time to draw up with filter needle then administer the epi? I...

  20. Need HELP keeping my emotions in check

    Gently.me replied to jg24's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You need to find a job that will bring you the confidence you need. There are a million ways to do one thing, and this you will learn. You will also develop YOUR style for certain nursing...

  21. Urgent care nurse for new graduate

    Gently.me replied to jamieeykim's topic in First Year After Licensure

    First of all, Congrats!!!! I work at Urgent Care, and it is a wonderful place to start especially for a new grad. Here they will teach you to master blood draws, IV therapy, splints, laceration...

  22. Need HELP keeping my emotions in check

    Gently.me replied to jg24's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi! I remember in clinicals going to an LTC and I decided then and there that LTC was not for me, because it would turn me into a B word. Not towards the residents (the elderly tend to be one of my...

  23. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    Gently.me replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    I have been reading these off and on for a few weeks now. I saw this video and though you ladies and gents in the ER will have a kick! At some point or other, I am sure we have heard it

  24. Treating pain/anxiety in patients with drug history

    Gently.me replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    This is such a tough subject, because the abusers tend to ruin it for everyone. I have worked at a primary care doctor office for awhile, and we had quite the variety of pain patients. We had the...

  25. I'm a Newbie

    Gently.me replied to pattylove13's topic in General Nursing

    I am an LPN working on my RN. The LPN school is 1 year and usually the prerequisites consist of taking fewer classes. Pros:You can get into the working field quicker and gain experience while working...