BostonTerrierLover BSN, RN

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    Dealing with "Web-Trained" Patient/Family Members.

    BostonTerrierLover replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    I love
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    permission to poop granted!

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Flare's topic in School

    I wish we had a Nurse like you in school, our nurse would have said, no temp, go back to class, and don't play around on the way either! No porcelain thrown
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    hahaha, i pulled my hamstring i think,
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    Does a CNA have to wipe butts?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to sssssaidthesnake's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That's cool, the party will still be going! . . . Hey, y'all save F-Scot a crawdad and a
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    Will I be at a disadvantage?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    And to think they don't even teach humor in Nsg school, . . .raw talent. Enter the "Art" of
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    Will I be at a disadvantage?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    What kind of
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    Does a CNA have to wipe butts?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to sssssaidthesnake's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Ok, now we have reached a serious point, Who can stand that cold water hitting you? (I almost jumped off!), That little thing knows right where to spray too! And to make it worse, I took me a minute...
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    Dealing with "Web-Trained" Patient/Family Members.

    BostonTerrierLover replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in General Nursing

    I hate it when they print it out, and want you to "look over this, and stick it in the chart for me."Always with parts highlighted and
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    You know its a seeker when . . .

    BostonTerrierLover replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in Emergency

    Just wanted to say thanks for all the feedback. I really enjoyed reading each, and liked that Nurses from other arenas gave feedback, as well as the ones who have been on the opposite side of the...
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't there a name for food that makes you sick (or you thought a specific food made you sick), and you don't touch it for many years or maybe never again? My wife got sick off Fried Green Tomatoes,...
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    What are the most important qualities for this nursing job as an ER NURSE?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Binduvijoy's topic in Emergency

    A high tolerance for BS, a secret love of dramatics, and agee with former
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    New ER RN

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Littleflowerjme's topic in Emergency

    Congratulations! I think you will be more than fine, those 2 years med-surg experience are really going to help you with skills you'll face in the ED. If your not currently ACLS and PALS you could...
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    Will I be at a disadvantage?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Just the fact that your friend's are getting jobs as PCTs/Assistants will help you. It's networking. Just stay up to date, and let them know you are eagerly looking for assistant work. And, at least...
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    Starting out in Trauma

    BostonTerrierLover replied to SWAT RN's topic in Critical Care

    I would recommend shadowing a Trauma Nurse!!! That is the way I got into the arena. It's like a ride-along with cops. You will get to see the whole picture come into focus. There is more downtime...
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    do you bring your work home with you?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Skylar86's topic in General Nursing

    See my "Shouldn't Nurses be able to Isolate Patients?" thread. As of now, 2 CNAs, and 1 Nurse have caught Scabies at this dreadful post I have taken as a Contracted Assignment. But, on the brightside,...
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    Learning to assert self with NCP's/PCT's

    BostonTerrierLover replied to tigrbuttrfly's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I would gently(the first time), remind them that we all have a part to play on the Nursing Team. I too only call them when I am desperate, as a male, I try to assist everyone with lifting and up to...
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    How was your life like after graduating from nursing school?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congratulations! You are a "Nurse!" You are accomplished. You are educated. You are tried. You have made a "rite-of-passage!" You are "just" a success! Congratulations Again, and whatever you do,...
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    Your least favorite patient.

    BostonTerrierLover replied to errn7's topic in Emergency

    The patient that tells the Doctor what their diagnosis is, What medications they will be needing, Whether or not they will need an admission to the hospital(and how many days), and "While I'm here,...
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I hate finding a hair in my food. Nothing like drinking a Bloody Mary, and finding a PXXXXc hair at the
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    TRAVEL NURSING 2012

    BostonTerrierLover replied to shjoll's topic in Travel

    Oh, thats great! Good luck, if I can ever help let me know! I have used Fastaff, American Mobile, and On Assignment. And, yeah I am so glad to hear it's getting better down there. I had a deposit...
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    how to expalain termination?

    BostonTerrierLover replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, on a post like this detail about "Why?" is very important. I agree totally with first answered post, RNsRWe here. If it is something to do with Safety, Attendence/Tardy, or Practice related, I...
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    Oh crap...I can't believe I forgot...

    BostonTerrierLover replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    Lol, I can tell I am going to love this thread, It alway's hits me in the shower that I forgot something. It always hits you like a ton of bricks, but the nurses on the opposite shift always...
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    Precepting New Nurses

    BostonTerrierLover replied to pitt34's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yeah, And most Med Surg, and Med Surg/Tele floors I have worked on give them a skills checklist to work through before starting with a load. I try to help them get through that, But, kind of sit...
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    Precepting New Nurses

    BostonTerrierLover replied to pitt34's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, I need to admit that this AM when I replied, I didn't see "new" nurse. (sleep deprivation meets ADD) I would still stick by alot of my plan, but the shadow period would be longer with skills...
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    Precepting New Nurses

    BostonTerrierLover replied to pitt34's topic in General Nursing

    I learn best by immersion too! I bet your a great