Carrie RN

Carrie RN

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  1. How do you feel about mandatory influenza vaccines?

    Carrie RN replied to ashleybrooke1208's topic in Disaster Preparation

    It should be reported to the health department if it's a verified case of influenza if you were vaccinated. But seriously it's the flu shot just get it if your work requires it. I am not sure how a...

  2. Stupid, I know, but more bad representations of NURSES on tv!

    Carrie RN replied to uRNmyway's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Agreed. Some of you are too young to remember the fine show

  3. Starting an ER job with no orientation?

    Carrie RN replied to LostnNakedNursing's topic in Emergency

    What kind of manager expects any employee to come in without

  4. "Seasoned Nurses will eat their young"

    Carrie RN replied to taydian's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Some people are mean. They were that way when they started. I think there is frustration when a new nurse comes on and management is expecting he or she to function like a seasoned nurse. So they...

  5. Fired...How will I get another job?

    Carrie RN replied to Apedro's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sometimes it shows up, depending on how long your time there was. As a former manager I would say it would concern me if you were fired for violation of the nurse practice act. Check employment law...

  6. Asked to work every other weekend, 16 hr. shifts!?

    Carrie RN replied to Nola009's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    It was not that company. Still, first day take time to figure out the residents and complex needs. Get home health and hospice in right away for cases that qualify. I am an experienced nurse and I...

  7. Asked to work every other weekend, 16 hr. shifts!?

    Carrie RN replied to Nola009's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I worked 16 hour weekends years ago. It wasn't that bad. I would caution you about assisted living being an easy job. For a brief time I worked in one and there was tube feeding, PICC lines,...

  8. What are your plans for celebrating after...

    Carrie RN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I went to work immediately after graduating and took one day off to take the NCLEX. About six months later I took time off to go to Disney World that was a long time ago

  9. Lawsuit Claims Nurse Was 'Worked to Death'

    Carrie RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I have never been in an accident, but have pulled many 24 hour shifts. It made me decide that I needed a new job. I pray for her family, because her job won't be

  10. if you could do it over again....

    Carrie RN replied to abiggie's topic in General Nursing

    Not all nurses have benefits. Never call in sick as a nurse depending on the unit, it is like a taboo. Many times I get low census meaning not enough people

  11. What is the worst hardship/story you have ever seen/heard in your nursing career?

    Carrie RN replied to succinate's topic in General Nursing

    Ok meanmaryjean it is now at tie, which again isn't a good

  12. What is the worst hardship/story you have ever seen/heard in your nursing career?

    Carrie RN replied to succinate's topic in General Nursing

    Ok GrnTea you win,

  13. if you could do it over again....

    Carrie RN replied to abiggie's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on where you live. Some areas have too many nurses so after school you would need to move. I love nursing and would like to see more nurses enter the field for the sake of nursing and not...

  14. Being a Patient Where you Work

    Carrie RN replied to ChristineN's topic in Emergency

    I have been in two different hospitals both of them I worked at. All I am saying is I discharged early from both

  15. Nursing makes me hate fat people

    Carrie RN replied to LifeCrisis's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't hate anyone which is saying something in nursing. I have concerns caring for the bariatric patient as many others have noted to the significant medical issues regarding their care. It should...

  16. Finally decided to quit nursing

    Carrie RN replied to jennjen512's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I wish you the best. Everyone deserves to do a job they

  17. i got accepted into my nursing program yayyy

    Carrie RN replied to Kambri09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrads hope you have a great journey on your way to becoming a

  18. If we make BSN the entry level degree, we should be paid more

    Carrie RN replied to runningcrazy's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    While I agree a BSN should get paid more, there isn't necessarily more experience implied with a BSN. I know there have been many studies that indicate that a BSN is better at critical thinking, etc....

  19. I feel truly sorry for new grads

    Carrie RN replied to Concerto_in_C's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have a family member who got out of nursing school two years ago and was told such nonsense. Me I have been a nurse almost sixteen years and tuition was a lot cheaper. Nursing jobs are getting...

  20. Kicked out of class for a "HIPAA" violation?

    Carrie RN replied to Trip_McNeelyRN2b's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Dang there are some harsh nurses on here for sure. I think the HIPAA is a throw on for good measure but I went to school a day or two ago. As an RN you will need to know what you are giving...

  21. I feel truly sorry for new grads

    Carrie RN replied to Concerto_in_C's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Ok that is funny about the rash in the groin. Seriously though programs are still misleading students to think they will come out making 30 an hour and find a job anywhere. It isn't that way anymore...

  22. Has anyone waited more than three weeks?

    Carrie RN replied to rosomebody007's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well my experience was back in the 1990s. I did wait over 3 weeks in the state of Washington. I had the minimum number of questions, and I did pass on the first try. I was more worried because a...

  23. I feel like I caused a patient's death and I can't get over it

    Carrie RN replied to jane82's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    You already are a better nurse. Keep your head up and continue the critical

  24. Psych Nursing, oh yeah!!!

    Carrie RN replied to Hotfornursing's topic in Psychiatric

    The three amigos made me laugh out

  25. Calling In Sick: Dealing With Mental Illness At Work, Part 1

    Carrie RN replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I got out of management, too much time at work too little time with my family. Due to the lack of compassion, varied policies, diminishing support I am considering leaving