TriciaJ RN

Psych, Corrections, Med-Surg, Ambulatory

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    Nurse Charged With Homicide

    TriciaJ replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I took a break from this thread for a few weeks and am now catching up. The Unsafe Staffing Form that I have used was a multiple carbon copy form. One of the copies went to the union and another...
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    Leaving federal job for nursing school

    TriciaJ replied to guest62419's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have thoroughly enjoyed being a nurse but that doesn't mean it didn't take it out of me. Even though I loved my work, it was still crappy to work shifts, holidays, weekends, mandatory overtime and...
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    Social Anxiety

    TriciaJ replied to Blessed RN2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, I believe cognitive behaviour therapy can be helpful for social anxiety. Find a psychologist and start there. Down the road you can be referred to a psychiatrist for medication management if...
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    Leaving federal job for nursing school

    TriciaJ replied to guest62419's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    And you can't overestimate the luxury of being in your bed when it's dark
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    Leaving federal job for nursing school

    TriciaJ replied to guest62419's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Currently: 1. Single parenthood 2. Job with decent pay, civilized hours, holidays off Potentially: 1. Single parenthood 2. Education debt...
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    Should I not work overtime hours if I'm a salaried Exempt employee?

    TriciaJ replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in General Nursing

    Just noticed the word "salaried". "Salaried" means the overtime you work is for free. You do the
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    Terminated in probation - no reason given

    TriciaJ replied to Anon101's topic in General Nursing

    They may have simply hired too many people and had a low threshhold to let some people go. Do ask your previous employer for a reference; their response might at least give you a bit more...
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    Should I not work overtime hours if I'm a salaried Exempt employee?

    TriciaJ replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think there's a standard legal definition for "exempt". It means whatever your employer says it means. You need to clarify with your employer whatever it is you're exempted
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    Co-worker issue

    TriciaJ replied to weluvoands's topic in General Nursing

    "I'm sorry for calling you out in front of a patient, even if it was my mom. You still need to use the correct size cuff for blood pressures. An inaccurate blood pressure is no better than no blood...
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    Should I not work overtime hours if I'm a salaried Exempt employee?

    TriciaJ replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in General Nursing

    If you are working full-time plus overtime, why are you not in a benefitted position? It's one thing to sacrifice bennies if you want control over your schedule, but if you're scheduled for the hours...
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    In Need of Some Advice Please

    TriciaJ replied to urijahsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    I was a nurse for 20 years (psych and corrections) before I decided to work med-surg. I was practically hired off the street by the hospital of my choice and was given a great orientation. I'm sure...
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    Non Narcotic Theft and Terminated

    TriciaJ replied to exelor's topic in General Nursing

    Why?
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    Anxious, depressed, and might need to go to HR.

    TriciaJ replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so glad you've landed on your feet and had a productive chat with HR. Use this time to recoup and regroup without a toxic ***** dogging you for her own sick purposes. I have a sneaking suspicion...
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    How Much was your First RN Paycheck?

    TriciaJ replied to igottaconquer246's topic in General Nursing

    In 1981 I started at roughly $1200 per month, before deductions. Since I'd previously made $800 as a secretary I thought I was rolling in
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TriciaJ replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    Can't speak for anyone else, but from my own experience: Yes. It
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TriciaJ replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    I think you're right on, Davey. I've been bummed at times about not having children. (Similar to OP, I had an unsupportive and infertile spouse. When life got better with a better man we were both...
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    5 must-know tips for new RN

    TriciaJ replied to anm's topic in General Nursing

    I've harped on about this on other threads: use a worksheet. If your unit doesn't have preprinted ones, or you don't like the ones they have, develop one of your own. It will be the best tool you...
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TriciaJ replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    At this point I'm thinking: is there any way you can take some time off just to think for a bit? You have a strong desire for something, and a husband and career that do not support this. More than...
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    Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TriciaJ replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    This might be way out there, but have you considered fostering? There are a lot of throw-away children out there. Is it in the realm of possibilities to take one in and possibly adopt that child...
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    Advice From Season Nurses

    TriciaJ replied to friendly_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think when you're new you're reluctant to speak up for yourself. You're also one person taking on an established group. That's 2 intimidation factors. And then the charge nurse won't back you,...
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    Advice From Season Nurses

    TriciaJ replied to friendly_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm appalled by the specific examples you have given. While you're still there, start STANDING UP to these *****es. When introduced as a student, speak up and say "I am actually a registered nurse."...
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    Seriously, stop making this job harder! For yourself and everyone around you.

    TriciaJ replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with this 100%. For some reason it is very easy to put people on the defense like they are naughty schoolchildren. I had an ex who loved to try to do this to me and I taught myself never to...
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    Is it wrong to leave a job during orientation?

    TriciaJ replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in General Nursing

    When you sign on with certain scheduling agreements and those get changed on you midstream, I think all bets are off. You signed up for eights, they sprung twelves,
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    Military nursing officer in Canada?

    TriciaJ replied to viewerindepth's topic in Canada

    I would go back and ask all those questions of the recruiter. Does he have some written information to give you? There are a whole lot of questions I'd want answered before I signed on the dotted...
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    Need advise on transferring

    TriciaJ replied to NettieGray's topic in Nursing Career

    Do you have a good relationship with your manager? It would be courteous to let her know you've applied for a different position. Then keep her posted. If she respects you she won't begrudge you...