joe007

I think the NCLEX and nursing program I was trained in was BS to begin with. Essentially, most NCLEX questions can be answered by either studying Kaplan or some other test prep materials. My nursing school dean admitted to me that only 70% of our m...

Make $52,000 a year with 6 years of experience as an RN. I have a BSN. A decent house 2000 sq ft + house costs about $300,000 in my area and a new one with the same sq ft about $400,000+ in my area. I make $1 an hour extra for being in charge of a...

If you are a party in the conversation in 36 states you have the right to record the conversation without other people's permission. Boom!

We already covered that above. In 36 states it is legal and it's also legal under Federal law. I don't have any problem with being on tape. What do I have to hide? Transparency is important and something that is sorely lacking in healthcare leadi...

Why report? Why not just leave quietly? If she reports, wouldn't that open her up to some sort of investigation since she is interim DON?

Well, I can say I feel the same way, but have only been a nurse for a little over 5 years. Thanks for sharing.

If an employer has job openings posted and is understaffed they can tell the state DOH that they would hire people, but no one is qualified to fill their positions, look at all the job openings we have open. Therefore, the legislature will put more ...

Don't worry, the admins that started down this path to a hellish environment years ago probably got massive bonuses and moved up in the company ladder so they can do the same thing at a systemic level. The new managers probably were told to run it l...

As for using an "illegal" recording in court, there have been many instances where such recordings have been approved by the court when criminal conduct is captured. It's not black and white. Anyhow, I record conversations. Once you're illegally t...

It's smart to do things via e-mail. They are all discoverable in the future if legal action is needed. Additionally, I know a PI who tells me you can get copies of your credit report which should include what other employers/background check uncove...

Medicine and nursing is very corrupt. That's why CYA is always cited. Additionally, never go into a manager's office without your smart phone recording the convo. They like to have a manager and someone else in there as their witness when they do ...

Sorry you were fired. Knowing what I know about administration it doesn't surprise me even if you did nothing wrong that they would drive you out for something unrelated to the real reason they wanted to fire you. It's interesting how many RNs seem...

How old are you? If you're under 35 get out now; honestly, the stress will only compound as time goes on.

I think people should document in first person and use other coworker's names and positions. The idea of this third person lingo being a standard and not using names being superior is a bunch of bunk and putting you as the note writer at risk. Ulti...

Sounds like it's time to walk. Just don't get involved. It's the regulatory agency's issue to find and solve. If you'd like, you can send info anonymously to the regulators. Additionally, if you do get involved, you should put it all in writing a...

So what happened? Also, why not just print the citation and put it in their mailbox in the middle of the night? Anonymity.

Make sure you understand the following Federal Regulations: State Operations Manual Appendix A - Survey Protocol, Regulations and Interpretive Guidelines for Hospitals https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_a...

I actually think you should follow your gut. Maybe try another place or two and then leave the field if it doesn't click. Honestly, it's a thankless job and most nurses seem to be disgruntled and angry once you get through the shallow veneer of nic...

Interesting take on events. It's interesting that someone speaking in a direct way is threatening to a boss when it is obviously very important to the employee that she retain her vacation for many reasons (family, financial, work-life balance, etc...

I would argue that you can love being a nurse but be totally fed up and burnt out because of the environment in which they (govt., regulatory, insurance, management, etc.) have created nursing. Essentially, if you actually care about your patient's ...

I don't think it's boring at all. Creating a therapeutic milieu is what is different from a medical floor -- which I like because I like calm and creating calm environments. If you like crazy non-stop action go to the ER (been there, done that). W...

We had three assaults in one day recently on our unit. It is always a reminder that you need to be alert and aware at all times on the unit.

I get what the school is having an issue with. Not showing up and canceling is a no go in nursing. However, I think school is more of a learning moment and should be less punitive. Has the school given you any time to change you behavior? It soun...

Fly under the radar.

Everyone has their own pace. Just realize that sometimes it isn't you, it's the facility, culture, or general environment/energy of a place that doesn't allow you to self actualize. You have not failed, you just realized where not to work. In the ...