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  1. ABC.com nurse's blog

    steelcityrn replied to MommyandRN's topic in General Nursing

    Having worked as a nurse in a hospital, and watching all the new shows about hospital life, I can obviously see that there is nothing in common with the shows vs reality. Most interns are not clowning...

  2. RN's leaving drugs in lines

    steelcityrn replied to JiffyGriff's topic in MICU, SICU

    First off I would check the policy book there on iv meds and flushing. I have never worked anywhere where it was common to draw back lines before giving another iv. And yes, I do think that you may be...

  3. should I switch?

    steelcityrn replied to G'smommy's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think that your mental health and happiness is as important as anyone else, so if I were you I would make a job change. There is nothing wrong with making a change when you are not happy. Keep in...

  4. swan lines

    steelcityrn replied to melinated's topic in MICU, SICU

    Having moved on to home health, as once worked icu, I thought more hospitals were pulling away from the swan and just using art line readings because of the risks involved with the swan and that the...

  5. Is a Surgeon accountable for slander??

    steelcityrn replied to lorster's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Can you please explain what the lie was in your post that this surgeon

  6. Advice needed concerning job search-Pgh

    steelcityrn replied to MissBrn's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I agree with all the above, you have quite a few choices near you. Good

  7. Start Tomorrow!

    steelcityrn replied to Pose's topic in Emergency

    Good Luck to

  8. Do you call your patients by first or last name?

    steelcityrn replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    Its always Mr., Mrs or Miss until I am told

  9. Daily??? Newer nurses need "stand up" help!

    steelcityrn replied to onconurseRT's topic in General Nursing

    I do not care about the drain tube procedure as I do with the rude behavior. I would talk to your N.M. and let him/her know how you were treated. Thats really ashame, your still a new nurse and need...

  10. Cuts to Medicare: What impact on HH?

    steelcityrn replied to Mijourney's topic in Home Health

    From what I have been told, they are going to start reimbursments based on outcomes. Basically, if your company if not run very efficiently with the nurses, physical therapist and O.T.'s providing the...

  11. allnurses.com tshirt ideas?

    steelcityrn replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I feel that what should be on the tee, especially since it is the first one is the ALLNURSES.COM (CIRCLED AS ON HERE) THE # 1 NURSING COMMUNITY 125,000 MEMBERS STRONG AND

  12. Why I hate DC

    steelcityrn replied to HU_nurse's topic in General Nursing

    First off I don't like the redskins, even more now:( Also, have been there several times, and have found it to be filled with crime, dirty, and just plain creepy. I will live in the burgh anyday over...

  13. Forced cheerfulness a hazard to your health

    steelcityrn replied to JeanettePNP's topic in General Nursing

    hey tweety, im falling out of the chair here...lol...that was good, and i

  14. Why are RN's not drawn to HH? Only LPN's?

    steelcityrn replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Home Health

    What I have found is first off the pay may not be up to snuff for some r.n.'s who are making the big agency bucks, or being payed very well in the hospital. I have made many suggestions myself to the...

  15. Title of "BSN" on badge?

    steelcityrn replied to evans_c1's topic in General Nursing

    yes, I agree in any advanced education in a specific field being applied to the badge. As far as a pay difference, that is also always in debate, but I agree with at least a buck difference per hour,...

  16. Nurse dates doctor openly at work.

    steelcityrn replied to castle's topic in General Nursing

    In the situations I have been exposed to, with a nurse dating a physician, it would depend on the person's character how it would effect the hospital. It would either end fairly ugly, with all the...

  17. Personal Experience: Best Trauma ICU to work in?

    steelcityrn replied to KR's topic in MICU, SICU

    Oh you want some fast paced, high tech trauma?? How about U.P.M.C. in Pittsburgh ( this was showcased on life in ER) ... if thats not enough fun, try Ruby in Morgantown Va. SHOCK ON!!!!

  18. Just an Accident? Or Intentional Killing?

    steelcityrn replied to Meerkat's topic in Psychiatric

    When I first became a nurse, I ventured into psych, and have been around many, many troubled souls. Without even knowing the background of the child/family in this case, this trauma may ruin her...

  19. Do You Get A Lunch or Dinner Break?

    steelcityrn replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    Thats what I love about my work. Take a break when I want and always get to have lunch, usually for a hour, so can actually meet a friend. Home by 430pm each day, usually. I have actually had my...

  20. You know how ppl ask you stuff b/c they know you're a nurse? This tops it all....

    steelcityrn replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    This may be a case for Judge

  21. In Her Shoes - Interesting Observation

    steelcityrn replied to MarcusKspn's topic in General Nursing

    So glad to wear regular clothes

  22. Nurse practicing without license?

    steelcityrn replied to sensweet's topic in General Nursing

    To my knowledge all approved nursing schools and educators must maintain their nursing license. I sort of recall a incident with one who neglected to send in for their renewal in time and the dean...

  23. Hollywood movie called "awake"

    steelcityrn replied to crna2bee's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    this story is not that far fetched. too bad i didn't get my rough draft in first, i could possibly retire to hawaii... [color=yellow]steelers are the super bowl

  24. Dissed by DON? Opinions wanted!

    steelcityrn replied to yadda_yadda_yadda's topic in General Nursing

    I can understand your frustration. Maybe the DON was planning on talking to her in private, as not to start a war at a lunch meeting. It sounds to me like he was addressing the moral and trying to...

  25. Angry patient

    steelcityrn replied to bay bay's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I usually like to work my way into his trust. Hear the person out well about his anger, could be about anything besides the cancer. Once its all out on the table, I try to place it then into...