Delia37

Delia37 MSN

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  1. We’re all being “fired”! Is this legal?

    Delia37 replied to Taylor22's topic in General Nursing

    This is beyond bizarre. Was there an official announcement/policy about this or the phone calls just started coming in, out of nowhere? You and your co-workers should request a staff meeting with...

  2. Nurses Didn't Call Doctor

    Delia37 replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    They absolutely dropped the ball in this case. In what type of setting do you work?? are you dealing with new

  3. Deposition For Previous Employer

    Delia37 replied to MichelleLL's topic in General Nursing

    That happened to me a few years ago. Got contacted by the lawyer of a patient from a traveler assignment, I did a few years back. I contacted my liability insurance company, who immediately assigned...

  4. Can Managers Override Policy and Drs Orders?!?

    Delia37 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in General Nursing

    I am confused that you say he says to straight cath q4-6h and it's it's okay to do this daily. That doesn't make

  5. Stating injection services in California

    Delia37 replied to TStimson's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    That was my 1st thought, unless the OP is referring to something

  6. Full Code

    Delia37 replied to thisnurse123's topic in General Nursing

    ...Rather than try to find someone "to blame"; take this unfortunate situation as a learning experience and figure out ways to improve your fall precaution protocol and assessment follow

  7. How much I pick up affects my yearly evaluation?

    Delia37 replied to Loly23's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't had signed that evaluation without requesting to review, where "picking up extra shifts" was indicated in your job description or performance indicators. Making sure the unit is well...

  8. Can Managers Override Policy and Drs Orders?!?

    Delia37 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like there is more to this, since CAUTI protocols are so common everywhere. Wish the OP would come back to provide more details/clarification. My facility implemented the need for the bedside...

  9. WGU MSN Virtual Preceptor Needed

    Delia37 replied to Champ4's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    When I was looking for a preceptor for my clinicals; out of desperation, I ended up emailing the deans of a couple of schools in my area. I remember doing that at 0100 in the middle of my shift; both...

  10. NIHSS and Aphasia

    Delia37 replied to maggdon's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Are you NIH certified?? The reason why I ask is because you shouldn't be required to perform it you do not understand the scoring/assessment system. The NIH assess 11 cognitive areas; the...

  11. Potassium IV hack

    Delia37 replied to atlnurse7's topic in Critical Care

    I would be weary of this "hack" as it is not standard practice. I agree with Hoosier in regard to having some caution in using a filter in a medication that does not require it (personally, never...

  12. Got Fired Help Plz

    Delia37 replied to Rin nohara's topic in General Nursing

    To the OP: The fact you were told to leave the unit even before the end of your shift is very telling; I concur with other posters: either you are blissfully unaware of previous near...

  13. Should Male Nurse Work In L&D?

    Delia37 replied to Apotheosis's topic in General Nursing

    To the OP: One of the best aspect of nursing is the flexibility we enjoy among specializations. Personally, I've done everything from organ donation coordinator to management (and everything in...

  14. Said No Nurse Ever

    Delia37 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    ...For those who work in teaching facilities; the struggle is

  15. Scared to Take a Job in ICU Because of Radonda Vaught Conviction

    Delia37 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    As someone new to the specialty, you will make mistakes (it comes with the territory; we all do!!); you will learn and hopefully grow from them. The key is to practice in a safe manner, following your...

  16. ...Was I being insensitive??

    Delia37 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi As the title on this post indicates, I left my shift yesterday feeling kind of funny about a situation; even though, I know I didn't do anything wrong. I am charge in a busy 34 beds ICU that...

  17. Another ghost recruiter:-(

    Delia37 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    As travelers, the world is our oyster right now. As NedRN previously said, she does not sound like a good fit for you; request another recruiter. Can you imagine dealing with her if a REAL issue comes...

  18. How To Get Past ATS Software In A Resume

    Delia37 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Nursing Career

    Great information!!

  19. I'm About A Month Into New Job But I Don’t Like The Hospital

    Delia37 replied to Jillianki's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Honestly, life is too short to keep doing something that makes you miserable. If you are not happy with your situation; start looking for another job in your chosen specialty. However, be aware that...

  20. Have you ever given a ride to and from work for your colleagues?

    Delia37 replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    This^^^ Just let them know ahead of time, so they can make other arrangements. Keep it short and sweet...you don't own anyone a detailed

  21. Continuing Education Classes

    Delia37 replied to Randomnurse3's topic in Nursing Career

    Personally I love Nurse.com; you get unlimited CEs hours for 1 year for as low as $50. Can't beat

  22. What is something you never thought you'd have to say to a coworker?

    Delia37 replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I had to explain what "dwelling time" meant in an enema order to a nurse (with 10 years of experience); after she reported to me not seeing any results right after she administered a lactulose...

  23. How would you deal with a nurse who is struggling to show up to work on time?

    Delia37 replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    Listen...this is where communication IS essential for you to keep your job. You need to bring your boss into the loop of what is going on in your life, since it is obviously affecting your job...

  24. Shadowing a nurse on another floor/unit? PLEASE HELP.

    Delia37 replied to MareBear112's topic in General Specialties

    I would not recommend doing this. Not sure about your facility; but in mine, staff is hyper vigilant and very protective of their babies; you will be questioned/examined like hawk if you just "walk...

  25. The quietest workplace

    Delia37 replied to scrabblern's topic in General Specialties

    OR nurse or Psych/substance abuse nurse (night