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    bulletin boards, the ones on your walls

    Overland1 replied to Johnny Moo Man's topic in General Nursing

    Ours are changed weekly.... somebody actually goes to the public boards and removes the old stuff (ads, announcements, etc.). Regular updating of each unit's BB is encouraged throughout the hospital...
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    No more internet access

    Overland1 replied to racing-mom4's topic in General Nursing

    Inappropriate use of the Internet has been a problem for most businesses, hospitals, and government agencies for many years. There have been a few places that have experienced computer virus problems,...
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    What do you think are the current major problems in nursing?

    Overland1 replied to Barras's topic in General Nursing

    1.)Too much government interference in health care (not just Nursing) is a biggie. 2.) Nurses who do not present themselves appropriately when dealing with patients and families really create and...
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    Being a Big Guy

    Overland1 replied to MurseHopeful's topic in General Nursing

    Just remember to watch your back safety techniques when transferring that patient. Large people tend to bend over more and can be injured. Tip: When dealing with a patient who is seated in a chair or...
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    Smoking And Nurses

    Overland1 replied to ABC054's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked in an ICU many years ago, we (non-smokers) occasionally joked with the smokers, "there is a 7200 with your name on it."Most of them still smoke, but a few have quit. Where I currently...
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    Easier ICU or Med/Surg?

    Overland1 replied to nursecher's topic in General Nursing

    Learn the Medical and Surgical stuff first, then go on to ICU or ER. The time and care management skills will serve you well. By the way, some of the best ER nurses I have ever worked with were...
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    becoming emt

    Overland1 replied to rnwithtof's topic in General Nursing

    I was an EMT for several years before starting Nursing school (was convinced to start Nursing school by an instructor at the nearby community college)..... began as a Basic, then upgraded to...
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    Ageism?

    Overland1 replied to cvryder's topic in General Nursing

    It all depends on the facility and their desire to provide excellent care. We have a RN who is retired, but still works per diem to the maximum allowed. Sondra is ~70 years old, runs rings around the...
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    Who's leaving nursing?

    Overland1 replied to tinderbox's topic in General Nursing

    I plan to hang in there until I retire, which is less than ten years from now. After that, I will probably work per diem for a while. Back in 2000, I was so close to burning out as a RN (after only...
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    They called the cops!

    Overland1 replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    Where I usd to work, we had a nurse who sometimes did not show up for work on time. One Monday morning, at the end of a 12-hour shift, this nurse did not show. Another RN and I took her "group" until...
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    Stethoscopes

    Overland1 replied to pattylpn54's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have used all sorts of 'scopes over the past 17 or so years, and have found the standard Sprague works quite well, but the Littman Master Cardiology is somewhat better. Makes sense up to a point -...
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    Racism in Nursing

    Overland1 replied to lpnnursingstudent33's topic in General Nursing

    My recommendation for success (for the original poster) is to ignore race altogether (it will drive some people totally nuts!). Think of yourself as a person who is sincerely trying to do the best...
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    Tired of being SICK!!!

    Overland1 replied to ERnewbieRN's topic in General Nursing

    Handwashing and cleaning appropriate surfaces will go a long way to reduce infection. I have been extremely careful to "foam up"more often than usual, and to clean work surfaces with Cavi-Wipes quite...
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    Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    Overland1 replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    This sort of rumor seems to pop up in the various health professions, mostly Nursing and EMS. Many years ago, when I first earned my Advanced EMT-Critical Care, there were those who insisted the "CC"...
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    Glen Beck's hospital experience

    Overland1 replied to emmycRN's topic in Nursing News

    Whether or not Glenn Beck is arrogant, drank during his 20's, said that wanted to be President back when he was in kindergarten, etc., there is likely more to all of this than what we have seen,...
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    Help....How do you Protect yourself?

    Overland1 replied to TonyFl's topic in General Nursing

    Take a look at courses such as TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention); this may be a great help in dealing with patients and family members who are on the edge, or who may have crossed the
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    written up already!

    Overland1 replied to janetrette's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am still amazed at how often people are "written up" for doing something wrong, but are almost never "written down" for doing something right. There will always be those who feel a need to report...
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    75 Questions on NCLEX, pass or fail?

    Overland1 replied to Lurksalot's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Why, with the computerized testing, does the grading process take so much time (several days)? Is it not possible to print out a pass or fail form for the candidate as the exam is completed (pick up...
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    getting assessments done

    Overland1 replied to SALLYSMG's topic in General Nursing

    I always do a quick walk-around (no, I don't kick the tires on the bed) and make certain the patients are doing OK, then start the assessments. Do the assessment ASAP in the shift; you may find that...
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    Help! I need a BLScard ASAP!!!

    Overland1 replied to fostercatmom's topic in General Nursing

    Check with your area's EMS peepz - they may be able to steer you in the right direction on this. Many Fire and EMS agencies offer CPR recert classes fairly
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    insubordination

    Overland1 replied to hhrhrn41's topic in General Nursing

    Stating such a comment (i.e., that "u" are fed up with her, etc.) will probably set your case (and your cause) back about a bazillion years. Try a more constructive (and less antagonistic) approach,...
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    Transitioning into the Emergency room, Please help!!!

    Overland1 replied to RNSacht's topic in Emergency

    Definitely do the ACLS, PALS, etc, and also plan on getting certified within a couple of years or so. That much time and experience are necessary for the CEN, which will help you to keep your...
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    Universal coverage for pregnant women and children = 9 days of DOD spending

    Overland1 replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I never try to be just fair (good or excellent is a much better course) nor am I dishonest; rather I always try to be reasonable. I occasionally use absurdity (some call it "sarcasm", which is not my...
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    Funniest Complaint on Press Ganey Scores

    Overland1 replied to nursebrandie28's topic in General Nursing

    Not long ago, the family member of a patient was apparently trying to remove a TV from the wall of an ER exam room; she had the power cable out, and was still diddling with the rest of it when I...
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    The Circumcision Discussion

    Overland1 replied to jmspeach's topic in Ob/Gyn

    There are a bazillion opinions (pro and con) concerning circumcision, but we have yet to hear from anybody was was legitimately traumatized by the procedure and/or remembers it many years later as an...