AlwaysLearning247

AlwaysLearning247 BSN

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  1. I made a mistake and I am terrified to go back to work

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to DH1234's topic in General Nursing

    Don’t beat yourself up, you’re not going to lose your license over this! Next time you’ll always make sure to check your PRN orders. Also, it’s good to remember that a patient’s blood...

  2. Rejected by Patient

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to AlmostThere19's topic in General Nursing

    I have because the doctor decided to lower this patient’s dose of pain and anxiety medication. This patient blamed me for it (while calling me a bunch of names and threatening me). I decided to tell...

  3. Dealing with death?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Destin293000's topic in General Nursing

    I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I would talk to your manager/coworkers to debrief. We are human and all have emotions. We all have cases we see that really hit home but that’s what makes...

  4. How would you handle this ....

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to RUBICON's topic in General Nursing

    Unless they’re sectioned, let em go. We can’t fix certain people who don’t want our help. I have been in situations where a patient has been out of control and confused, trying to leave. I call...

  5. Failed drug screen before ever utilizing license

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to NicoleDime's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You applied for a job to take care of patients. That employer did the right thing and took the right steps for the safety of the general public. 1 year monitoring isn’t harsh and will go by quick. I...

  6. NICU or Med-Surg

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Enurse1234's topic in General Nursing

    It really depends on the patient population you want. Some people love med-surg and some people only want NICU. To be in the NICU, you need to really have a desire to work with critically ill babies...

  7. New grad no preceptor.

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to NewGrad613's topic in General Nursing

    I’m sorry that this is happening to you but this practice is absolutely not safe. No way should a new grad nurse be working alone, especially in the ER! I would talk with your nurse manager/nurse...

  8. The Worst Interview of My Life! Ever!

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Forest2's topic in General Nursing

    Some interviews can be so uncomfortable! I once went on an interview at a facility and was immediately told about the drama on the unit. I shadowed a few people and no one looked happy. I had anxiety...

  9. Does the Doctor-Nurse Game Still Exist?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I can see that it exists with certain doctors to an extent. The doctors I’ve noticed that have that attitude usually have insecurities. We are all part of a team, we can’t do our jobs without each...

  10. Is this a med error?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Beachgirlxo2017's topic in Patient Medications

    I wouldn’t say med error per say. More of a miscommunication between pharmacy, the ordering provider, etc. Sometimes a provider will order a one time dose in the emergency room and the same...

  11. Wasting meds AFTER admin?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to haunani's topic in Patient Medications

    I always draw up all of the medication in the syringe and waste the excess right there with another nurse prior to administration. It doesn’t matter how busy I am, I always make time to waste prior...

  12. Working smarter, not harder?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to frenchtoastwaffles's topic in General Nursing

    It definitely is a change but the more shifts you have, the more comfortable you will become. I always get to work a little early to get my assignment and look up my patients and their orders. I...

  13. Med passes

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to payitforward's topic in General Nursing

    I would just politely tell them that you’re in the middle of passing medications, which needs your full attention to avoid making an error. Tell them you’ll be with them when you are done (unless...

  14. Made my first mistake

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to allyyy's topic in General Nursing

    You’re not going to lose your job. You are human and sometimes we get so caught up in a rush, it’s hard to remember everything at times! Don’t beat yourself

  15. Should I do my "year in med surg"?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Decisions7's topic in General Nursing

    It really depends on what you want to do in the future. Med surg creates a strong foundation and I have found that almost anywhere will hire a nurse with a few years experience in med surg. You will...

  16. New nurse starting in 2 days- want to make her feel really welcome!

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to AngelKissed857's topic in General Nursing

    It can be nerve wracking starting at a new place so just make sure you show her around, introduce her to everyone etc. It is always a great feeling being acknowledged when starting a new job and...

  17. Patient to Nurse Ratios in Pittsburgh

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to AlwaysLearning247's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Best of luck to you too!

  18. Patient to Nurse Ratios in Pittsburgh

    AlwaysLearning247 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hi everyone! I have been applying to hospitals in Pittsburgh from out of state (MA). What are the best hospitals to work for in the area? Also, what are your patient to nurse ratios and what facility...

  19. Patient to Nurse Ratios in Pittsburgh

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to AlwaysLearning247's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    bizarreRN, I have applied for a license. I got my temp license pretty quick too, I was surprised! The board received all my documents so I should be getting my perm license soon

  20. What's your favorite nursing task?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to beekindRN's topic in General Nursing

    Titrating drips, making CMO patients comfortable, repositioning a patient who was really uncomfortable who is now happy, placing an NGT successfully on the first try and initiating tube feeds,...

  21. What causes you to almost scream (internally of course) during your day?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to KonichiwaRN's topic in General Nursing

    When the ER/PACU sends train wrecks during shift change and they’re sitting in the hallway screaming in pain, while you’re still getting report on your other patients. All while knowing there was...

  22. Possible relocation to Chapel Hill area

    AlwaysLearning247 posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Hello! My fiancé is applying to a few grad schools around the US and there is a high possibility we will be relocating to North Carolina this Fall (Chapel Hill area). Is it uncommon to be able to...

  23. Possible Relocation to Nashville Area

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to AlwaysLearning247's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Thanks for your reply, DynamicPhD! Were you able to do Skype/phone interviews? I have almost 4 years of experience, so pay will be same. It’s crazy coming from Boston, huge paycut. The ratios also...

  24. Possible Relocation to Nashville Area

    AlwaysLearning247 posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Hello! My fiancé is applying to a few grad schools around the US and there is a possibility we will be relocating to Nashville this Fall. Is it uncommon to be able to land a job at one of the area...

  25. Should I Go to Postpartum as a New Grad?

    AlwaysLearning247 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    As a med surg nurse you will have exposure to placing NG tubes, IVs, chest tubes, etc. You’ll learn a great deal on a med surg floor. Post partum is great if that’s what you want but you most...