MedSurgeMess

MedSurgeMess

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  1. Funny Signs

    MedSurgeMess replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    the local casket manufacturer in our area has semi trailers that say drive safely, heaven can

  2. Wearing scrubs in public...

    MedSurgeMess replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    sometimes my husband will call me at work and ask me to pick up something at the store.....unfortunately I don't take other clothes to work with me so I have no choice but to wear my scrubs to Wally...

  3. Those of you who work 12 hour shifts....

    MedSurgeMess replied to a_clay's topic in General Nursing

    we have a book that we log in if we don't get a lunch so we get paid....I don't think a day has went by in the last 2 years that I haven't put my name in it. HR says they can't understand why none of...

  4. Coworker quit/fired! Should we know what happened or not?

    MedSurgeMess replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    Recently a coworker of mine-a nurse with less seniority-was let go due to fudging documentation and other goodies....And with our staffing issues, the charge cannot always check every bit of...

  5. working sick...need advice:)

    MedSurgeMess replied to scrmblr's topic in General Nursing

    our staffing at our hosp is so bad right now that a call in about can drive one to tears, and I am not exagerating! I have suggested that NM or other pencil pushers help out only to be told that they...

  6. NLNAC accredidation help?!

    MedSurgeMess replied to KaraBear1121's topic in General Nursing

    Just check with the state you plan on moving to, if you don't plan to get licensed in FL at all. IF you plan to get licensed in FL first, then it shouldn't be a problem, as you take the same boards as...

  7. small victory!

    MedSurgeMess replied to NP2BE's topic in General Nursing

    a pat on the back to you for having the cahones to stand up to your coworkers. I had basically the same situation (only 8-12 pts in med surg setting) and working all the holidays too. The only...

  8. NLNAC accredidation help?!

    MedSurgeMess replied to KaraBear1121's topic in General Nursing

    you're right to be concerned. First, check with the state BON where you plan to get licensed and get a response in writing, and you could then pose this question to the school, but they may not be...

  9. BSN's vs. Community college

    MedSurgeMess replied to cottoncandyclouds's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    sjrn85-perhaps writer not calling you a snob, perhaps a jab at persons-and they do exist-who only think that BSN and above are quality nurses. This statement by me does not only mean OP, but anyone...

  10. BSN's vs. Community college

    MedSurgeMess replied to cottoncandyclouds's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You don't think a clinical manager should have solid experience? Interesting A clinical manager should definitely have some solid experience under their belt-regardless of education level :wink2: I...

  11. BSN's vs. Community college

    MedSurgeMess replied to cottoncandyclouds's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I graduated from a BSN program in MAY 2005 and my school now has the highest passing rate in the state 97%. I have 5 and half months experience as a nurse and a couple of weeks ago decided that I...

  12. Losing money being a nurse

    MedSurgeMess replied to moonshadeau's topic in General Nursing

    It might feel good to get on a high horse about living within means but people who have trouble paying bills aren't necessarily frittering their money away on fancy cars or electronic equipment. No...

  13. Man shoots himself in the ER

    MedSurgeMess replied to SANDMAN_RN's topic in Emergency

    sadly, no one wants to take responsibility for anything anymore....just glad no staff or innocent bystanders

  14. Ever been physically attacked by MD? What have or Would you Do?

    MedSurgeMess replied to artistnurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'd become very wealthy from settlement, retire to somewhere nice and all that but only after filing complaint. Really, too many let abuses by MDs and pts slide. NOT this gal! I had a surgeon once...

  15. Losing money being a nurse

    MedSurgeMess replied to moonshadeau's topic in General Nursing

    I soooo much agree with dont's post! I make people at work mad everyday, right along with my husband and a few close friends! My dh bought me a SUV because he wanted me to be safe in the winter (which...

  16. Share Your Saying

    MedSurgeMess replied to angelique777's topic in Nursing Humor

    One of my all time favorites Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines and another Morale must improve or the ritual beatings will begin (they must've worked where I

  17. Describe your last day at work in 50 words or less !?

    MedSurgeMess replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    8 pts, 2 of those receiving blood (which needed started at beginning of shift), 4 of those going to surg early am, 7 of those had been new admits within 1 hour prior to shift change and no orders...

  18. Charting Bloopers

    MedSurgeMess replied to AHarri66's topic in Nursing Humor

    you know, we had to recarpet the floors on our unit just for this

  19. Pt complaint - frustrated

    MedSurgeMess replied to jamieRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    sometimes, I think maybe we remind the patient/family of someone they know, and it can be good or bad depending on feelings toward the person you remind them of. I got slapped in the face one day...

  20. Starting IVs

    MedSurgeMess replied to amber1142's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was on my 68th attempt today and finally got it! I just tried to feel for the 'IV tubing' as was suggested on an earlier post, and the lady was very patient and had great veins. I was sooooo...

  21. Starting IVs

    MedSurgeMess replied to amber1142's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't feel bad, I am very thick-skinned, and I just don't feel (or even see) veins. I have had 62 unsuccessful attempts......they say I just need my confidence, but how can I get that if I can't even...

  22. Advice for a new RN about delegating to UAPs who have bad attitudes...

    MedSurgeMess replied to christvs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have the RNs that treat me like I am still an CNA, and then the CNAs tell me that I know how to do a particular job, so they just don't do it. I have no support from our unit manager-she says 'deal...

  23. Anyone wearing support hose?

    MedSurgeMess replied to jenrninmi's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Nurse Mates blue or green pack-worth every cent. I will tell you that this is a smart idea, will save your legs. On days I forget to put them on, I can tell a big

  24. What shoes are best for heel pain?

    MedSurgeMess replied to ZZTopRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I love my Birkenstocks (aka Birkis), Clinics (hard to find), Anywheres, and Rockers-I know, this list seems long, but like a prior suggestion, I rotate my shoes on various days so that I distribute...

  25. Tips for starting an IV

    MedSurgeMess posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hey all, when it comes to starting an IV, I STINK:scrying: I have attempted probably 20 or more without even coming close! I can never find or feel any veins, and usually my patients are...