heron ASN, RN

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    Being paid out of pocket?

    heron replied to levaorel's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    What would you report them for and to whom? Hiring a nurse is not
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    Are nurses commissioners of oaths?

    heron replied to das729's topic in General Nursing

    I think they are the equivalent of a notary public in the
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    coworkers constantly checking your charting

    heron replied to MNNICU, RN's topic in General Nursing

    On the other hand, I have a co-worker who lets me know if I've forgotten to chart a med or write down a cbg and I do the same for her. Mutual back-up not
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    Unruly CNAs

    heron replied to penlite28's topic in Travel

    That went well
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    Aspiration drama!

    heron replied to anashenwrath's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    In my view, explaining very clearly in language the spouse understands what is going on when his wife starts coughing and choking is about the best you can do. Obsession with feeding is a very common...
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    CNAs writing up nurses??

    heron replied to cuppa_tea's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    OK, I gotcha. When reports are made with distorted facts and malicious intent, then there is a problem, regardless of the licensure/certification of the reporter. I have nothing to add to the advice...
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    CNAs writing up nurses??

    heron replied to cuppa_tea's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    On an abstract level, I don't see why CNAs shouldn't write up - or otherwise report - nurses. They may not be able to spot anything but the most obvious clinical issues, but that doesn't mean they...
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What argument are you talking about? Have you even read the
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    QED..
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You obviously have never worked nights/weekends in a teaching
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You may not need to be a master nurse to be a competent manager (and nobody claimed it was necessary) but you do need to have a realistic grasp of what really goes on at the bedside. As a beginner,...
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well - I think my post addressed that question. Management experience will help move you up in management. It is not nursing
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    New grad as a unit manager

    heron replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Here's the thing, OP: management and nursing are two different skill sets. As an experienced manager, it's not a surprise that those above you in the management hierarchy are pleased with your work....
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    My coworker was high and got away with it

    heron replied to Volley88's topic in General Nursing

    So where is it stated that Jon showed any s/s of being high on the
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    My coworker was high and got away with it

    heron replied to Volley88's topic in General Nursing

    You're assuming a lot of "facts" not in
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    My coworker was high and got away with it

    heron replied to Volley88's topic in General Nursing

    So, if I happen to see a sc photo of you hoisting a brew last night, it's ok to officially accuse you of being drunk on the job
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    My coworker was high and got away with it

    heron replied to Volley88's topic in General Nursing

    But that's the point ... the OP knew nothing of the kind. The only thing she actually knew was that Jon was indulging in some internet boasting. If you are naive enough to believe everything you see...
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    Allnurses needs nurses

    heron replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Nope - just dodged over to the blue side to continue my wicked
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    Allnurses needs nurses

    heron replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Me, too. I'm
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    Tips for delirium behavior management

    heron replied to CCU BSN RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think the pt would definitely benefit from a re-vamp of his meds. If he's still on oxycodone as an inpt, then it's time to rotate. There's a reason that "oxy" is called hillbilly heroin ... it...
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    Tips for delirium behavior management

    heron replied to CCU BSN RN's topic in General Nursing

    OP, none of the above answer your initial question. Frankly, I can't think of anything that you aren't already doing: reducing stimulation as much as possible. If it was me, I'd also consider mitts to...
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    Tips for delirium behavior management

    heron replied to CCU BSN RN's topic in General Nursing

    Ditch the benzos, they are probably aggravating, if not causing, the delirium. On my AIDS unit we frequently encountered delirium. The psychiatrist always immediately d/c all benzos and treated with...
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    I hate that everyone knows I speak Spanish !

    heron replied to LilimoonRN's topic in General Nursing

    Not only should bilingual workers be paid a differential, but facilities should pay for certification. I work in ltc and my bilingual coworkers are my rock in dealing with residents who are getting...
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    Haloperidol Short Acting Administration Setting

    heron replied to 2Bee's topic in Psychiatric

    It's good for intractable nausea, too, when conventional treatment isn't
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    Support Planned Parenthood Today!

    heron replied to elkpark's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    It's an important distinction, which is why I differentiate "pro-life" from "forced pregnancy". I find these discussions about Planned Parenthood really problematic because of the deep hypocrisy over...