NRSKarenRN BSN, RN

Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion

Patient and Nursing advocate offering advice and support to Allnurses nursing community.

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    Easter Ham leftovers

    NRSKarenRN posted a topic in Animal Lovers's Animal Lovers

    Similar to my Freddy;s stealth in snatching Chicken off of dinner plates---had to turn Dining Room chairs upside down or place plates on top of stove while cleaning up to prevent the STEAL --and death...
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    Republican Criminals!

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1163268's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Sooooooooooooooo --- if you UNCHECK a box. the Donald will be told your a defector --- while leaving it checked will result in a MONTHLY donation to NRCC. You REALLY don't want to be a defector and...
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    Foley placement in COPD exacerbation pt

    NRSKarenRN replied to DVorahRN's topic in General Nursing

    If not super obese, can try placing bedpan upside down, covered with chux under buttocks to allow pubic/thigh skin to hang down. Increase O2 slightly, lower head if tolerated. Prep equipment. At...
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    Got The Vaccine! Share Your Experience

    NRSKarenRN replied to Nurse SMS's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Huge wait lists >2 months still in SE PA for healthcare and essential workers. 50,000 on wait list in my county alone. HOWEVER, state releasing increased vaccines to our area. Pharmacies now...
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    Yes, Employer Can Require Covid Vaccine

    NRSKarenRN replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in Disaster Preparation

    PA already has several lawsuits against nursing homes for COVID deaths, due to poor infection control practices, lack of PPE. I'm waiting for the lawsuits in 2021 re of lack employee vaccinations...
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    Yes, Employer Can Require Covid Vaccine

    NRSKarenRN replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in Disaster Preparation

    JD Supra January 22, 2021 Guidance Regarding Mandatory Vaccination Requirements for Employees and Residents of Long-Term Care Long-Term Care Facilities Can Require that Their Employees...
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    Matt Gaetz says he's under federal investigation for sexual misconduct

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Ran across this story @ Michael Smerconish newsletter -- broadcast yesterday on Smerconish Siriusxm radio show --Youtube video of conversation with Bob Kent Meet the Man Behind Matt Gaetz's...
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    Who are the best Muppets?

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    See BIG BIRD deserves a higher ranking.... stumbled across this TV station promo in my internet wanderings today. Forgot Morgan Freeman was part of the Electric Factory--- he's still rocking
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    What do you think about with current News and Opinions?

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1163268's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Philadelphia Inquirer / AP News 4/5/21 Corporations have given more than $50 million to lawmakers who back voting restrictions, report says Full Public Citizen Report: The Corporate...
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    Brazil: Daily deaths near 4,000, accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths

    NRSKarenRN posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    Sobering Covid-19 news from Brazil ABC News: 3/27/2021 As daily deaths near 4,000, worst may lie ahead for
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    What do you think about with current News and Opinions?

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1163268's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    From the Daily wire link above, Gov. De Santis quote: Fact checking Gov. De Santis statement Per Florida Population 65 years and over, percent by County Arrow points to Palm Beach...
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    President Biden thread

    NRSKarenRN replied to Beerman's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    The Biden's Easter
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    HH Case Manager job offer - would like feedback

    NRSKarenRN replied to Peachpit's topic in Home Health

    Admissions/resumption of care/recerts took 1 1/2-2 hrs in the home; 1-2hrs complete paperwork afterwards. Most of my patient visits were 30-45 minutes for routine home care education re HTN,...
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    Donald J. Trump official website launched

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Clicking on Donald's website link, immediately hit with a solicitation for donation to be a member prior to accessing site. Difficulty learning for sure
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    Biden's American Jobs Plan -a once in a lifetime opportunity to improve the US Infrastructure and affect everyday lives

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

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    Dr. Biden resumes teaching career

    NRSKarenRN posted a topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Dr Jill Biden resuming FTE position as English educator at NVCC, teaching 3 courses, two are hybrid due to the COVID pandemic. Not disclosing First Lady identity in the classroom. Doing what she...
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    Issues with ANCC Renewal?

    NRSKarenRN replied to psych.nurse's topic in Advanced Practice

    With COVID Pandemic, most businessess working from home. Have found email best to contact an organization. Per website: Email Customer Care Question: Questions about Certification...
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    Discipline Meeting

    NRSKarenRN replied to nurse_elle1956's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thank you for your followup. Did you have a union rep with you? Agree 100% with JKL33 and Hannahbanana, BSN, MSN Do no reporting of "little errors". Significant issue should be addressed with...
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    President Biden thread

    NRSKarenRN replied to Beerman's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Consistent mask and social distancing message via Cabinet photo. A cabinet that looks like America.. Can you tell who's in the back row doorway, new glasses not cuttin' it to
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    Biden's American Jobs Plan -a once in a lifetime opportunity to improve the US Infrastructure and affect everyday lives

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    USA Today: 04/01/2021 OPINION This isn't your ex-president's 'Infrastructure Week.' Biden plan is big, serious and paid
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    Matt Gaetz says he's under federal investigation for sexual misconduct

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Haven't heard anything from the fiiancee' yet. Self sabotaged by his behavior. Washington Post 4/02/21 Gaetz is said to have boasted of his ‘access to women’ provided by friend charged...
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    What do you think about with current News and Opinions?

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1163268's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Followup on Capital Police officer
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    Is it normal for HH nurses to not wash hands with soap and water?

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1143647's topic in Home Health

    My prior HH agency was pushing alcohol based hand sanitizer for years, part of nurses + therapists supply box --which they can request refills as needed with some extras in our supply
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    Brazil: Daily deaths near 4,000, accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths

    NRSKarenRN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Congressional Research Office 3/1/21 Operation Warp Speed Contracts for COVID-19 Vaccines and Ancillary Vaccinatio Materials It isn't just COVID Vaccine that Brazil needs to obtain but...
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    What do you think about with current News and Opinions?

    NRSKarenRN replied to guest1163268's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    Finding news everywhere in the Phila. Inquirer today 4/2/21 ---barricades still needed Did they know Congress on hiatus. Per report, Capitol Police shot driver. U.S. Capitol on lockdown...