spotangel DNP, RN, NP

ED, Tele, MedSurg, ADN, Outpatient, LTC, Peds

Chronic Care Coordinator

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    How Much Time Do I Have?

    spotangel replied to jeastridge's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure of a time frame but will try and make sure that you are not alone. What do you feel in your heart about how much time you have left? What would you like to talk about death? I...
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    Self-Medication Dosing: Isn't It Top To Bottom?

    spotangel posted a topic in General Nursing

    The Drama Begins - The Phone Call When I picked up my ringing cellphone, I didn't realize the drama I was going to plunge into! It was one of the attending in the clinic, Dr. Needy. She could...
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    Nurse Managers: Do you answer your phone on your days off even when not on call?

    spotangel replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    It is normal to second guess yourself as a new manager. That being said, if you have been proactive in solving issues while being a floor nurse, that is the kind of training you need to provide to...
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    Sexually assaulted at work

    spotangel replied to Thinkingx's topic in General Nursing

    So mad for you. Agree with previous suggestions. Do you have a nurse's union that can help you navigate?
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    Asked To Change My Nursing Note...

    spotangel replied to Cdonocdo's topic in General Nursing

    Is the DON trying to protect herself? I would be looking elsewhere to go. Does not look like someone who has your back at all. That’s illegal. My email trail would continue—- about the...
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    Asked To Change My Nursing Note...

    spotangel replied to Cdonocdo's topic in General Nursing

    Good question! The answer I was given is that internal investigation don’t have to be shared with law enforcement or lawyers. I think it is more in lieu of protecting the institution and staff if...
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    Asked To Change My Nursing Note...

    spotangel replied to Cdonocdo's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of good advice. Take it to heart. Rule of thumb when charting. Don't ever implicate the facility. Defense lawyers will have a field day if it ever goes to court. Don't write incident...
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    Which Nurse are You?

    spotangel replied to Guest856929's topic in General Nursing

    It takes a brave person to reach out and touch someone even though they have their own issues. Nurse hero @OldEMTNurse. Keep shining! Old IS
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    Which Nurse are You?

    spotangel replied to Guest856929's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! I love this thread! Not sure what type I am! I definitely started out as a Panicky Paul and striving towards Excellent Erin! When I am asked what I do with all the letters behind my...
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    So, who are you?

    spotangel replied to JBudd's topic in General Nursing

    I am a Lover of--- God Family People Books n writing Music n singing Dogs n well dogs! Oh! How come I forgot
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    Superstitious Nurses

    spotangel replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry De nuts
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    6 Reasons Why Nurses Are No-Cape Heroes

    spotangel replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Even through the frustration we power on. Everyone wants to tell us what to do but when the s**** hits the ceiling who do they come to ask what to do? THE NURSE! Cue cowbells, honking, cheers ,...
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks CP!Nursing is an art and not just science. This is the humbling lesson that I have learned over the years. It is important to be attuned to what you see and what you hear but always look out...
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel posted a topic in General Nursing

    Patient Presentation "She did what?!" "Yup! She threw the stool and urine straight at Dr. Clean!" "You gotta be kidding! So what's her story?" "Well! Apparently they found her 2...
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    What is your opinion on "calling in sick" when not really sick?

    spotangel replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    I call out when I am sick and end up taking 2-3 days . When my kids were younger and sick I called out occasionally. I try and avoid Monday/ Friday our busiest days unless I can’t get out of bed....
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    Managers, Nurses and Delegation: Who Has Authority?

    spotangel replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I am going on a limb here! I Don't kill me! LOL! I have been on both ends! Tricky bar to balance! Been there, done that. You do have to have a balance. Be ready to help if you offer,...
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    Getting off the "do not hire" list?

    spotangel replied to cmf2021's topic in General Nursing

    When I was laid off due to “structural changes “in the management team based on “reconfiguration” ( their words) by a vindictive boss after working 11 years with no issues, I was devastated....
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you @brandy1017. I appreciate that! The little things and the little people are the ones that count. I learned that lesson from my dad who was able to carry genuine conversations with a...
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    That was a beautiful response helping a dying patient @Daisy4RN. Your instinct to use what was important to the patient and family spoke volumes of your care and concern for that dying patient and...
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Dianah that’s beautiful! What an instinctive way to bring comfort to a dying patient! The last sense to leave is hearing. I am positive that you brought her comfort as her spirit got ready to go...
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Dovey I mean Davey!! You had me spitting my black coffee! It does not taste good when it’s coming out your nose!!
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    Communication Barrier: "Untie Me Now!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    You are so on point with what you said.I can’t agree enough! I still remember talking to a pt who waited 2 days for a telemetry bed( common when the hospital is packed). She told me she was...
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    How to Answer 'What Did You Like Least About Your Last Job?'

    spotangel replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    One of the things I loved was the rapport with my coworkers. We worked well together under stress and helped each other. When patients were double booked or triple booked and all of them came at the...
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    COVID-19 Vaccine: "Thank God for the Angioedema!" | Nurse in Action

    spotangel posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    Time to bite the bullet! I was going to get my first dose of the Moderna vaccine. I was pumped up and ready. After all, we had been giving it for three weeks and everyone was still standing! We...
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    What Happens When You Visit allnurses.com?

    spotangel replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Is she giving or getting advice?!