SHGR MSN, RN, CNS

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    My boyfriend's ex is a drug seeker/substance abuser/narcotic pill popper

    SHGR replied to Queenofhearts_'s topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Eh, might be homework for ethics
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    What exactly is it like to be a nurse?

    SHGR replied to brooookeexo's topic in General Nursing

    If you ask a number of nurses what exactly it is like, you will get as many different responses! Being a nurse is like, being responsible for patients and their care; being an advocate; encouraging...
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    I love you boss ... BUT!!...

    SHGR replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    I pick up when I can. Hate to see the others work short, and the extra money is nice. Balance is the key. We have some that will never, ever pick up, and they work half time or
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    Online RN to BSN -- clinical or no clinical?

    SHGR replied to RNinLCF's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I currently am precepting an RN-to-BSN student for capstone clinical who is finding the experience valuable. It's a one-on-one mentoring type of experience- my position is BSN required in a very...
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    Nitropaste

    SHGR replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work in outpatient clinic and look at patients' med lists all the time (if they call for refills, here for a BP visit, reconciling meds, etc). I don't remember seeing nitroglycerine paste on a med...
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    No light duty for RN's in my hospital - is this typical?

    SHGR replied to srleslie's topic in General Nursing

    We did have light duty in med-surg and LTC when I worked. Nurses do a lot more than lift and transfer
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    Nursing Diagnosis: Disorganized Thought Processes

    SHGR replied to PennyWise's topic in General Nursing

    Well, no, it's not. "Act only according to that maxim whereby you can, at the same time, will that it should become a universal law." It's a lot broader than the Golden
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    Nursing Diagnosis: Disorganized Thought Processes

    SHGR replied to PennyWise's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like the "discussion" really didn't get to that higher order of thinking, where connections are made and that little light bulb goes on. You know-- "Oh, wow, you're right! I contradicted...
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    RN health coach advice

    SHGR replied to Raidergrl's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you looked at the Health Sciences Institute? Health Coaching and Motivational Interviewing (MI) Training and CCP Certification from HealthSciences Institute They offer certifications, webinars,...
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    New grad first interview help!

    SHGR replied to Katie225's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Everywhere I've seen except for really small facilities has a couple layers to the interview process- HR first, then the specific manager (possibly along with one or more of the unit employees)....
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    New grad first interview help!

    SHGR replied to Katie225's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sounds like you are very prepared!! Yes, knowing people opens doors, and having the people that work at the facility write your letters of recommendation (assuming you did well in your clinicals!)...
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    Nursing Diagnosis: Disorganized Thought Processes

    SHGR replied to PennyWise's topic in General Nursing

    Too bad the instructor of the first class didn't rein in the discussion more. Sounds like it was similar to many AN threads!! That said, Kant's categorical imperative is a very useful framework for...
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    Fundamentals & using an alternative base source? Eliminating Potter & Perry.

    SHGR replied to TCool774's topic in General Students

    I think we all realize that different people learn in different ways. The OP knows herself well, and I commend that; also she is reaching out with a specific, realistic question. It sounds like you...
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    To the nurses: What do you want NA to do at night shift?

    SHGR replied to chariot's topic in General Nursing

    I love this. When I worked noc's as a med-surg CNA toileting (and bed alarms) took up most of the night, believe it or not! And as an RN too, because we didn't have a night assistant. general night...
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    Does experience as a CNA in a hospital or Nursing Home help for a future RN job

    SHGR replied to 91jojo's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Although it is probably more likely that you would get promoted to RN within the same hospital/system where you work as a CNA, any experience as a CNA is extraordinarily helpful. It's the best thing...
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    Mistakes... Feel like there is no coming back from it

    SHGR replied to babysteps25's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That is so hard when you are short staffed and don't feel like you have the support of your manager. Everyone makes mistakes- you will hear this a million times, but it really is true. Throwing away...
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    new nurse, trouble already

    SHGR replied to malenurseFl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Best wishes to you. So sad this
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    Is it ever ok to stand up to a doctor?

    SHGR replied to Giveyourall's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    They left a mess, what else is new, no big deal. Leaving a patient in an unsafe situation is a different matter entirely and they do need to be taught that. If the patient had fallen, they likely...
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    More Proof That Surgeons Are HUGE JERKS!

    SHGR replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I got stuck on the part where you let 600cc of NS infuse into this elderly patient over your break (half-hour?)... What about CHF? Sounds like she got 2L over a couple hours? Why wasn't she on a...
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    Too much emphasis on "caring"

    SHGR replied to sweet~revenge's topic in General Nursing

    Brandon, Florence was the tough nurse who knew her stuff- she was the exact opposite of an airhead./end
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    Too much emphasis on "caring"

    SHGR replied to sweet~revenge's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, there is a dichotomy between theory and practice, the real and the ideal...the ivory tower and real life. In reflective nursing practice, though-in the profession of nursing- theory underlies...
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    Is my resume beginning to look like a job hopper

    SHGR replied to sheeky's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Please
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    Reason for leaving question

    SHGR replied to thegeekyrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I always hear the advice that you should leave a job while you still like it- rather than stagnate and grow to hate it. Also, a red flag in an interview is that you didn't get along with your...
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    How to promote tolerance and support teamwork,

    SHGR replied to Teacher Sue's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I dream of a workplace such as you describe- teamwork, supportive manager. I know a CNS who was instrumental in a turnaround of a unit similar to what you accomplished, so I know it does exist....
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    Happy cns week everyone!!

    SHGR replied to nicolein's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    I just found out tonight in class. Had no idea until the prof told us. Really? A special week for CNSs? HAPPY CNS