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    Would you do it over again?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to kelmc0824's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My NP job is all kinds of frustrating, but for entirely different reasons than being a RN, which I was in various roles for 20 years. This week I was beleagured by piles and piles of paperwork (yes I...
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    Differences in practice: experts and novices. Are you learning from one another?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to BlueDevil,DNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    check medscape. it was published earlier this
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    What to do in family emergency situations?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to treeye's topic in General Nursing

    I had a family emergency some years ago and had to wait 10 hours for change of shift to go be with my family, who were very angry with me for not being there earlier during the crisis, and to this day...
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    RN's forced to do CNA work

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to rnckr's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My last 8 years of practice as a RN, we didn't even have CNAs, lol. We did it all. That is neither here nor there. The bottom line is, you get paid to do what your supervisor asks you to do. You...
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    Healthcare is NOT a basic human right.

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to Asystole RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Why yes, actually, many economists have looked and undocumented workers cost very little and save Americans a great deal of money elsewhere. In fact, undocumented workers pay more in sales, income...
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    Healthcare is NOT a basic human right.

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to Asystole RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm still laughing at the idea that the Iliad and the Odyssey are "trash." This comment having probably been penned by someone who a) didn't read them, and b) routinely watches Survivor and/or Dancing...
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    NP-OB vs. Midwife

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to slfranco's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Private, for-profit, family practice
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    Doctor tells patients he will quit if President Obama is re-elected

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to chicarn's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well, "experts" have been wrong before. It won't be long and I guess we will see how it pans out. And there really still is time for the dead girl/live boy scenario, so don't lose hope. The...
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    Doctor tells patients he will quit if President Obama is re-elected

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to chicarn's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    1) Physician is a clinician during the appointment and his/her responsibility is to address the patient's health issues. I don't address issues of this sort with my patients during their visits, as I...
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    Differences in practice: experts and novices. Are you learning from one another?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to BlueDevil,DNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I wasn't trying to pat myself on the back and imply I know more than my colleague. That is certainly not the case. Those were just a few examples that have come up in the last week to ten days...
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    General Practice to Pain Management, How?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have no idea what the "rules" are, check with the division that regulates pain clinics in your state. We have 2 pain clinics in our company. They only do chronic pain issues and certainly would...
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    Doctor tells patients he will quit if President Obama is re-elected

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to chicarn's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    #1. Pt visit time is so limited, it is just grossly inappropriate to spend an iota of it haranguing a patient about political issues. Invite them to a tea party, but keep it out of the appointment...
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    Why the Doctor Can't See You

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to SC_RNDude's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I don't know what tardiness has to do with the discussion at hand, but if you are late at my office I won't see you. That is one way I assure that I stay on
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    Name and scope of NP/PA's

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to zoidberg's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I don't generally give much thought to my independent practice, I guess I just take it for granted. Last week I was catching up with a friend with whom I went to school who practices in a different...
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    Nursing In My Blue Jeans

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think jeans are appropriate attire for professionals, and I gleefully threw my scrubs in the garbage when I left bedside nursing and hopefully I will never have to don another pair. All of...
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    Interested in becoming a Clinical Instructor

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to kbearn's topic in General Nursing

    In my area, you need a MSN to qualify as an adjunct instructor at a community college. If you want your foot in the door at a small college, you probably need a DNP or PhD (at least be ABD) but do...
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    Highest nursing burnout areas?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know why someone bumped a two year old thread, but as I have an unequivocal answer, I'll hand it out, lol. I don't have the source anymore, but I did see data a few years ago that demonstrated...
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    malpractice insurance: need your help!

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to j411100's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Your recruiter should be helping you with this. You need occurrence coverage. It will stay with you for any patient you see during your employment here for as long as they or any interested third...
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    NP-OB vs. Midwife

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to slfranco's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    As a FNP I can monitor a health pregnancy and delivery routine prenatal care. I cannot attend deliveries. Patients would be attended to by whomever is on call for OB when they present to the birthing...
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    We have a long way to go as health care providers

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to wish_me_luck's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think the history and nature of the individual's behavioral diagnosis is significant in this case, s/he is going to have direct access to medications. It may not be in anyone's best interest for...
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    Did I deserve this?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to jaelpn's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand what happened I guess. If there was an incident report and policy says all incident reports must include drug screening, then I guess you are responsible for failing to following...
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    DEA license

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to charlie1234's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My coworkers are on more drugs than the patients. I don't think it is going to be a
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    What is it with nurses and cell phones? Just a vent.

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to fakebee's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I think golden uterus is funny, and pretty apt. Look, I have 7 kids. When I am at home, I am their parent and my spouse's partner first. I don't take work related calls in my off hours (unless I am...
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    What would you say to this shocking patient statement?

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to aboucherrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm an atheist and I would have said so and let her throw me out, lol.
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    Pregnancy Discrimination - Interview

    BlueDevil,DNP replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't agree with your synopsis, and I'm very weary of this discussion. My intention was to provide an alternate point of view for the OP so as to help her make a sound choice. She has that view...