BadBird

BadBird BSN, RN

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  1. my daughters blood test proved positive for downs syndrome

    BadBird replied to scotdanzer's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I wish they would stop that test, I too tested positive, I was 28 yrs. old. Today my daughter is16, on the high honor roll and just took her learners permit driving test. That test causes more worry...

  2. Need advice...what would you do next?

    BadBird replied to webbiedebbie's topic in Travel

    Unless you have in writing that you could get reimbursed, you will not be able to collect. My advise is don't trust the recruiter or agency, go with another and never start a contract without...

  3. I can't believe I let this man hurt me like this

    BadBird replied to OHmom2boys's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Vent away sweetie, no one can understand the pain of losing a child unless you have had that unfortunate experience. As for your ex, it may have been the excuse he was looking for to get out of the...

  4. Becoming personally or intimately involved with patients or not?

    BadBird replied to Hol's topic in General Students

    Sorry but I have to laugh at your question "on how people or nurses" :chuckle Yup, we nurses are not people, sorry just had to have a little fun here. Ok, to answer your question, you should...

  5. my daughters blood test proved positive for downs syndrome

    BadBird replied to scotdanzer's topic in Ob/Gyn

    That happened to me, she is now 16 years old and on the High Honor Roll at school so I would not worry about those

  6. where can I find cheap nursing scrubs?

    BadBird replied to amyrae76's topic in General Nursing

    Walmart also sells scrubs at cheap

  7. Down and Dirty In The Oklahoma State Board of Nursing

    BadBird replied to sleepless in norman's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry but I am not falling for the poor me defense, YOU decided to take the Lortabs and brought about the problems on yourself now you want to point the blame at the State Board of Nursing. No pal,...

  8. Nurses, Smoking, I have to say it

    BadBird replied to TBLPN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Here we go again, the smoking debate !!!! Smokers know they stink, non smokers know they get screwed out because a lot (not all) of smokers abuse breaks. Let's all agree to disagree

  9. unplanned pregnancy after wanting a tubal ligation.....

    BadBird replied to MyAngel's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see why you would even think you could sue for that reason. You had the option of seeking other opinions from other physicians which you obviously did not do. I do feel for you though, I...

  10. Are CNA's considered "Nurses"?

    BadBird replied to nursesherry's topic in General Nursing

    NO, a CNA is not a nurse and if one is calling herself one she/he should be

  11. I need help and advice, please

    BadBird replied to CarlosB's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I suggest you contact the State Board of Nursing in FLorida and let them know about your questions, they can steer you in the right

  12. Hospital Grub

    BadBird replied to Witheney's topic in General Nursing

    I usually bring something or else order out. The food where I work isn't fit for pigs and it is expensive, no cost reduction for

  13. State Survey

    BadBird replied to NursesRmofun's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Perhaps if you didn't put in 55 hrs. and things weren't perfect then the state inspected theywould see the reality of what we do, along with the great need for mandatory safe staffing levels. As long...

  14. Favorite Nurses?

    BadBird replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in Agency Nurses

    I have worked with them for the past 3 1/2 yrs. recently I took a part time job because they have lost a lot of their contracts and don't seem to be doing much to get new ones. They pay better than...

  15. Some Questions here need advises.....

    BadBird replied to melanie (RN)'s topic in General Nursing

    To answer some of your questions, NCLEX is the test to get your RN but you need a individual license for whatever state you choose to work in. I am not sure what you mean by working standard, you...

  16. How Can I Obtain My PA State Nursing License?

    BadBird replied to julie1014's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I have never heard of that, are you sure? Call the state board of nursing in PA and ask them how you can get your license. FYI if you have a VA hospital near by it doesn't matter what state you are...

  17. Legal Question....

    BadBird replied to mariamilwaukee's topic in General Nursing

    I believe according to labor laws you can be mandated up to 16 hours but not more than

  18. Mercy Hosp. of Pittsburgh

    BadBird posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Does anyone know what is going on at Mercy Hosp. of Pittsburgh, all us agency nurses are getting cancelled right and left. Anyone know what is up with

  19. Need advise from experienced psych nurses

    BadBird posted a topic in Psychiatric

    My 15 yr. old daughter was charged with assault for hitting and choking another girl at school. I attempted to bring her to see a psychologist but she refused to come into the office, she made...

  20. Bar Code Scanning Meds

    BadBird replied to momangel29's topic in General Nursing

    The VA I work at uses the bar code medication administration and it is ok, it takes a while to get used to not having a MAR, it is slower but does cut down on medication errors if used correctly. The...

  21. UPMC offering 120 hrs up front in bank to experienced nurses.

    BadBird replied to oramar's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    You are given the hours up front but must sign your life away, work for a certain amount of time or will have to repay all the hours. There is a reason that UPMC is sweetening the pot, they have a...

  22. Which states don't have medication aides?

    BadBird replied to Blackcat99's topic in General Nursing

    I have never worked where there were medication aides, I actually never heard of them before. I don't think you have to worry about not having a job as a nurse, good luck to

  23. Need advise from experienced psych nurses

    BadBird replied to BadBird's topic in Psychiatric

    Let me give you some more info on my daughter, she is a high honor roll student, never had trouble at school before but she has been picked on by others because she is overweight. No drugs or...

  24. Need advise from experienced psych nurses

    BadBird replied to BadBird's topic in Psychiatric

    I have no thoughts of running away from my daughter. I am planning on asking the judge to order counseling for her, that way she will be forced into it. I have to wait for the court date so now it...

  25. InteliStaff vs Kforce

    BadBird replied to JustJulesy's topic in Agency Nurses

    I have worked with a few nurses that used to work for Kforce and did not like them, one of the lowest paying agencies around. I don't know about