Charles S. Smith, RN, MS

Charles S. Smith, RN, MS

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  1. note to Pittsburgh nurses

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    The Pittsburg situation is very much like the Richmond situation as Mark indicated. I have posted on other topics that this particular time in our nursing history is the time of opportunity to make a...

  2. Nurses who love their job.

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to susanmary's topic in General Nursing

    Unlike the other posters, I love my WORK. I have never truly loved a job. I have always found jobs (employment) constricting and stifling in the long run, but have always taken away many positive...

  3. please respond.

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to dixiechic's topic in General Nursing

    Clearly, check with the Georgia Board of Nursing for scope of your responsibilities. Ask them directly. You will get the appropriate answer. regards and best of luck

  4. So long Nursing

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to realnursealso/LPN's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on your new endeavor! I hope you always follow your heart Real...your heart is your best barometer Much success!!

  5. need help with a trach question

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to leetraumarn's topic in General Nursing

    There are several key possibilities here. First, look at your procedure standards as the guideline. If your procedure is for deflation, then do so and educate your resident. Second, look to the...

  6. falsifying medical records

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to deLadyPanther's topic in General Nursing

    I am currently on contract in a busy ED as well and I can understand your frustration with incomplete charts. My first piece of advice is for you to ask your manager what his/her rationale is for...

  7. So long Nursing

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to realnursealso/LPN's topic in General Nursing

    I read these posts and am struck by the absolute reality that we as nurses are facing. I, too, have been in healthcare for over 30 years and my body is breaking down, does not react like it should or...

  8. It's a nurse's market

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to goldilocksrn's topic in General Nursing

    Think about this question folks.... Why are patients admitted to the hospital? They are admitted to hospitals for NURSING care. If patients did not need continual monitoring by nurses, all...

  9. For Profit Healthcare - Is it working?

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to reg06's topic in General Nursing

    There are many variables to consider in the discussion of not-for-profit and for profit health care institutions. One important point, however, is that all health care institutions must operate in...

  10. It's a nurse's market

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to goldilocksrn's topic in General Nursing

    Hi MJ...and thanx for the positive feedback. You are almost correct in your suggestion about the book for nurses. I am in process as we speak of putting together just such a manual. I have been...

  11. It's a nurse's market

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to goldilocksrn's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Kris..sorry about the delay in response, but I had to find this post on page 2 of the general discussions. There is much to be done toward moving ourselves individually and collectively into more...

  12. It's a nurse's market

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to goldilocksrn's topic in General Nursing

    MJ...you are certainly correct in many of your statements/questions. Independent practice is NOT for the faint of heart. Independent practice is premised on business skills and expert practice....

  13. Caregiving and caregivers

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to Jenny P's topic in General Nursing

    Are you interested in formal research? If you are interested in formal research, contact a nursing faculty member at your nearest university to guide you in the process. If you are interested in...

  14. Working with known drug user - PLEASE HELP

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to CindyLou's topic in General Nursing

    I certainly appreciate your trepidation regarding this very stressful situation. I have a few questions for you? Is this person a licensed CNA? i.e. does your state board of nursing certify CNAs in...

  15. It's a nurse's market

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to goldilocksrn's topic in General Nursing

  16. Contract Nursing

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to Redeye's topic in General Nursing

    I have done contract nursing for years. This past year, a group of us formed our own professional practice group and we have had outstanding experiences. If you want to know more, email me please or...

  17. Unprofessional Behavior and Consequences?

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to Julie, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Julie...your situation, unfortunately, is not unique. You have stated exactly what you need to in your post. Let her know that her actions were unacceptable, unprofessional and discourteous. Let...

  18. on more task

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to MQ Edna's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, this kind of knee-jerk reaction is very prevalent in many institutions. My questions are: Has the issue been addressed by the Nurse Manager and the Chief Nursing Officer? Has there...

  19. To delegate or not to delegate?

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to beaverlakefarm's topic in General Nursing

  20. Let's play I Remember When.....

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to RNSue's topic in General Nursing

    I remember when we had 24 neurosurgical and neurological patients on one hall and 22 ENT on the other side; striker frames, circle beds, halo traction, crutchfield tongs and we had one charge RN for...

  21. "Nurse Eater" -Toxic Coworkers

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to moonshadeau's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Apparently my options to you have caused some controversy. I do not apologize for the controversy. I believe stongly that the only way to handle this person is to do it honestly. Put yourself in...

  22. "Nurse Eater" -Toxic Coworkers

    Charles S. Smith, RN, MS replied to moonshadeau's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think we all have problem co-workers or have had some in the past. I am not unsympathetic or unempathetic with your dilemma. Your description seems pretty general and I would guess you might be...