Robert.CFRN

Robert.CFRN

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  1. Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

    Robert.CFRN replied to mcknis's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Watch the news today. A bunch of stark raving morons want to get rid of the police. Worse, a bunch of moronic elected officials are buying into the idea. What could possibly go wrong? Mobs roaming...

  2. Are new grads prepared for the bedside?

    Robert.CFRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    In doing some research, I've found very little in regards to how well prepared new grads are by their nursing programs for actual bedside care. Stereotype says that ADNs are better prepared than BSNs...

  3. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, rather proud of yourself, aren't you? Of course, anyone who disagrees with you must be stupid, and never left the county of their birth, yes? I'm not sure, but did you vote for Hillary?...

  4. is this fraud

    Robert.CFRN replied to cmtrrb's topic in General Nursing

    No, it's not fraud. Fraud is deception for financial gain. But it's probably against hospital policy. Did you tell her what you found on your assessment, and she charted that? If so, a simple...

  5. If not nursing what other career would you have done?

    Robert.CFRN replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in General Nursing

    Heavy metal guitarist. What

  6. Have you ever been mistaken for a doctor?

    Robert.CFRN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Men in Nursing

    Sure, but it's no big deal. Male nurses are still less than 10% of the nursing workforce, so it's a natural mistake. Just smile, let the patient or family know that you're a nurse, and then find out...

  7. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. It tells me that the instructors haven't quite gotten past identity politics and the urge to paint everything first by race. The question is itself racist, as is the implication. The white...

  8. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    Nevermind. I speak fluent sarcasm, and missed it

  9. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    Anyone noticed that, per the Terms of Service on All Nurses, all posts must be in English? Just

  10. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    There's a bit of a difference between having a Texas or Boston accent, and having an accent so thick that patients and other health care team members can't understand you. Communication is, perhaps,...

  11. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    Well that was impressive. I'm sorry, but speaking understandably in English is a necessary nursing skill, as by far the majority of people in the United States are English speakers. English is the...

  12. New RN: don't like job in ICU

    Robert.CFRN replied to mrsbech05's topic in General Nursing

    I really don't like the idea of new nurses in the ICU. I think a year on med/surg or telemetry should be required in order to get used to bedside nursing, and to improve critical thinking and...

  13. English As A Second Language

    Robert.CFRN replied to Santa Monica's topic in General Nursing

    A strong accent does NOT reflect on your ability to care for people at all. I've worked with fantastic nurses from all over the world. That being said, I've worked with nurses who's accents were so...

  14. Repealing ACA

    Robert.CFRN replied to OnceMorewithFeeling's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    True, the previous health insurance doesn't cover what Obamacare requires. My son, rather than being able to pay out of pocket and just have catastrophic coverage, now has government mandated...

  15. Repealing ACA

    Robert.CFRN replied to OnceMorewithFeeling's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    It's rather simple. The best way to make anything really expensive and really inefficient is to get the government involved. Hospitals are regulated by over 20 different agencies, with tens of...

  16. Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

    Robert.CFRN replied to mcknis's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    My wife (retired RN) and I (current RN) both concealed everywhere that it's legal. Like most with a CCDW permit, we follow the law. That means that I can't carry at work. But I do keep a firearm...

  17. Help! Was job offered at a great hospital as a CNA, so should I postpone nursing school?

    Robert.CFRN replied to Ptntcrgvr's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just go to nursing school. Most hospitals are very supportive of CNA's who are going for their RN because they see that as a potential RN hire when you graduate. Many also have tuition...

  18. I wonder if I'm too old...?

    Robert.CFRN replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely not. I'm finishing up the Western Governors University MSN now at the age of 51. I'd recommend their program. It's self paced, and you pay for six month terms. If you can finish in 6...

  19. Please take a survey on new grad preparation

    Robert.CFRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I'm doing research on how well nursing programs are preparing their students for entering the clinical environment as an RN. In working on my Master's degree thesis, I've found little research in...

  20. SCOTUS

    Robert.CFRN replied to OC_An Khe's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Another question. How is it than many businesses and unions were able to opt out of the ACA? Shouldn't the law apply to all

  21. SCOTUS

    Robert.CFRN replied to OC_An Khe's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Kaley, unfortunately I have to agree. I'm a strong believer in free market capitalism. In this system, those who work hard and provide a good service or product succeed. Those who don't will fail....

  22. SCOTUS

    Robert.CFRN replied to OC_An Khe's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This is a very good discussion. I agree with the Hobby Lobby decision. I don't see anywhere in the Constitution, which enumerates the powers of the government, where the government has the power to...

  23. Nurse fired for refusing flu shot

    Robert.CFRN posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/12/29/pregnant-nurse-fired-after-refusing-flu-shot-due-to-miscarriage-fears/Just Just curious. What are your thoughts on this? Should an employer be able to force an...