lmccrn62 MSN, RN

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    Demoralised with Nursing

    lmccrn62 replied to ChrisNZ's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Unfortunately not every environment is healthy. You need to find the place that meets your needs. I worked 20 yrs for a institution I loved but lost my job to reorganization. I then went to work at a...
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    Cheater

    lmccrn62 replied to jvanwoman's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would report it. It's not fair to the rest of the class or the spot she could be occupying in nursing school. People like her don't get far in life. Put your mind at
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    Fired from Job, still don't understand why

    lmccrn62 replied to jaznia15's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Sounds petty just because you changed your status. Brush yourself off and move
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    Difficult orientee

    lmccrn62 replied to jenvankempen's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If that is her attitude the unit needs to cut their loses. I would sit with your manager and discuss the situation. She should then be brought in to discuss the issues and develop a plan. If she...
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    Blood Draw Training in NJ?

    lmccrn62 replied to soniafern's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Check the nursing spectrum or advance magazine web site. I've seen them there
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    ANCC and AANP

    lmccrn62 replied to jenniferm1023's topic in Advanced Practice

    Our school recommended the AANP. I took and passed the class . I liked the clinical focus better than all the other
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    Failed ANCC FNP certification exam

    lmccrn62 replied to hiddencove's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Sorry you failed but know you can do it. I didn't think I would pass but I did after one try. I took the AANP because its all clinical. How did I study? I took Fitzgerald review and bought every...
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    Awful Doctors

    lmccrn62 replied to JKimRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There are 2 issues here. First the nurse was wrong for not calling the physician about the problem with the patients IV. It is every nurses responsibility to understand the seriousness of the patients...
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    You are not my only patient

    lmccrn62 replied to anotherone's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am sorry but the way you posted here appear very angry. My guess is this is your behavior when caring for patients. You need to decide if this is for you. I have been doing this for 30 yrs and yes...
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    You are not my only patient

    lmccrn62 replied to anotherone's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You sound frustrated and it seems as though the patients are on the receiving end. Pain is a priority. Often patients that exhibit drug seeking type behaviors is usually related to their fear of not...
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    So we can't wear clogs...

    lmccrn62 replied to allycat77's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I totally agree with you. There doesn't need to be a reason it's because they said
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    Terrible Medication Error

    lmccrn62 replied to rekea526's topic in Patient Medications

    Stop beating yourself up. We have all made mistakes and the best lesson out if it is we will never make that mistake again. Don't worry what others think and this is a benefit to your peers to hear of...
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    No rapid response for a DNR?

    lmccrn62 replied to AlphaPig's topic in General Nursing

    I ran a ERT team and we did respond to calls for DNRs. While no heroics just ensure we limit their suffering. Some staff and MDs disagreed I always encouraged the nurses to do the right
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    About to throw in the towel!!!

    lmccrn62 replied to Stella_Blue's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry that this is happening. I finally agree with my husband after 30 yrs if marriage that everyone is replaceable. I lost my job to reorganization after 20 yrs. it didn't matter anything I did...
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    So we can't wear clogs...

    lmccrn62 replied to allycat77's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Ciale I actually have a issue with your responses. I have no need to hide behind a screen and i just dont comment as to what come to mind. As a nurse for 30 yrs and a director for the past 10 yrs....
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    self reporting, questions/concerns

    lmccrn62 replied to sweetloveRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I just want to say god bless you and your desire to get clean. I have a son that is not a nurse who has been dealing with opiated addiction. I am proud to say he has been clean for 3 years. It's best...
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    So we can't wear clogs...

    lmccrn62 replied to allycat77's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I am a professional and its not very professional to make such a comment. This shoe thing is ridiculous to even complain about. if the school doesn't permit a certain shoe get over it. There are...
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    So we can't wear clogs...

    lmccrn62 replied to allycat77's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    What is the big deal about clogs? Nursing school has rules and so do hospitals when you find employment. You have to adapt or find another place. Some hospitals require certain colors so if you don't...
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    So why even bother with getting an RN?

    lmccrn62 replied to netglow's topic in General Nursing

    This thread is bizarre and not sure what the bottom line is. A medical assistant is a medical assistant A nurse is a nurse A nurse practitioner is a nurse practitioner. A medical assistant should...
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    Burned out after only 3 weeks.

    lmccrn62 replied to pullingallnighter's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you tried talking to your manager? Your orientation is pathetic. I am not sure how to help you. You have barriers there and they don't seem as though they will get better. You may need to look at...
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    Surviving ICU/nursing... advice for novice?

    lmccrn62 replied to RNnur's topic in Critical Care

    I agree what the previous person posted. While the ABC's are what guides us in making priority decisions sometimes other factors can get in the way. I noticed you said that you were in patient 3's...
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    Why did she pick on me?

    lmccrn62 replied to Dean7's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Who cares what that nurse thinks. Always do the right thing by your patient, document as you need to. Never let anyone sway your got or what you think I'd the right thing to do because you are the one...
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    Am I right or wrong

    lmccrn62 replied to CNAEB's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think that you are being self righteous. There are many things regarding this persons behavior that is disturbing and hopefully will be addressed. Could she have common behaviors of other...
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    Pros and Cons of doing Masters

    lmccrn62 replied to Findoo's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Congrats as you get to the end of your BSN. Looking at MSN generically I can't really think of any cons. My suggestion is to graduate and start to work for a year or two. You need to figure out what...
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    Is it just me or does everyone hate nursing?

    lmccrn62 replied to kristen312's topic in General Students

    Don't listen to students. Yes most students are miserable because of the work involved. School is not a walk in the park nor should it be. This profession requires us being often the eyes and ears of...