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    Floating from postpartum

    BSNbeauty replied to j0yegan's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Last week, I floated from Mother baby to the NICU, without any training and it was a nightmare!!!!! I felt that I did not provide good, quality care and the nurse NICU nurses were too busy to offer...
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    any OB nurse worked with a gay nurse who has started to transtion into a female nurse

    BSNbeauty replied to A Gay Male Nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I may not personally like or agree with your lifestyle or wanting to be "Amber". However, if you were working with me at the bedside I would treat you NO Different than my other colleagues. I hope...
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    Nursing Salary Survey 2014

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    Pay rate: 29.10 (base)Location : MDCerts : adn, BLS , ACLS , NRP Experience: 2.5 years LPN , 2 years RN Shift : mostly day shift 7-7 but occasional rotation. We do get shift diff I currently work in...
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    ER nurses bringing pts to the floor soiled

    BSNbeauty replied to garn12's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I worked as an ER nurse for a short time and I have witnessed this. I personally tried my very best to make sure my patients' were clean before going to the floor. However, there were times when I had...
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    The 4-Generation Gap in Nursing

    BSNbeauty replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nurse Management

    I don't fit in any of those categories personally. And, I'm okay with that. This was an interesting read, but I really don't buy into it. There really isn't any box that you can put one nurse
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    Hanging It Up

    BSNbeauty replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Retired Nurses

    I wish you the best Viva!!! You'll always be a nurse at
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    Exit Strategies For Nurses Who Deal With Overly Talkative Patients

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Since I choose not to lie to my patients, I usually say something along the lines of " I have to leave now, I'll be back soon to check on you. " Usually, that is my exit
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    As a Nurse and a Patient

    BSNbeauty replied to KenH's topic in General Nursing

    I would want someone who is a both. Competent and Caring. It really isn't that hard
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    Is this type of schedule common?

    BSNbeauty replied to bella201's topic in General Nursing

    Never heard of a schedule like this. It sounds like it would really
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    Is this ok to do when applying for jobs?

    BSNbeauty replied to Cynnie24's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree, going in the LTCF with your resume is your best bet. That is how I got my first job in assisted living. I walked in, applied and was hired on the
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    I Am Done!

    BSNbeauty replied to ShesAcuteNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!!!!!!! I know the feeling. You should feel very
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    Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses (LPNs / LVNs)

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Great Article! Many times the public and our peers have no idea what a LPN is. I was a LPN for 2.5 years before receiving my RN. Having my LPN gave me a valuable experience and I never regret going...
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    New RN needs advice

    BSNbeauty replied to RescueNinja13's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    For the first situation, I don't think you did anything wrong. I have done the same as you. Why stick a patient more times than needed. If I know someone is going to be a hard stick I immediately call...
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    Amazed at the level of disrepect among staff

    BSNbeauty posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I enjoy my job and my co-workers for the most part. However, I'm just amazed at the level of disrespect among staff members. Mainly between the techs and nurses. We have a new nurse manager and it is...
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    Tired of hearing about the kids.

    BSNbeauty replied to TECHTORNHOPEFULLY's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Oh please! I get tired of hearing about every milestone and "cute" moment. I really don't care. Ofcourse I just smile and make a cute
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    Amazed at the level of disrepect among staff

    BSNbeauty replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree with everyone. Maybe I should make her aware of my observations. If they don't respect her, how will they respect others. Just a sad
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    Have you ever had an accident driving to work in a snow storm?

    BSNbeauty replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Nursing

    I have slid off the road and came pretty close to doing into a ditch on my way to work in a storm. Another time was when I got stuck in the snow for hours. I usually play it by ear. If it looks to...
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    Being a nurse who likes working alone?

    BSNbeauty replied to sakiohma's topic in General Nursing

    You may not want to become a nurse then. Patient care is my favorite part of nursing. However, the politics, co-workers, and management makes it
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    Many Baby Nurses Aren't Nurses At All

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in Private Duty

    Very informative thank you! I'm considering working as a baby nurse PRN. I've been a mother/baby nurse for 8 months and feel really comfortable taking care of newborns and assisting moms. Has any one...
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    Methadone Clinic Nurses / Methadone Maintenance Treatment Nursing

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in Addictions

    Great Article! I had the pleasure of working as a methadone clinic nurse for a short time when I was a LPN. Hours were from 5am-11am. I've had clients that were homeless to doctors, nurses and...
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    What aspect of nursing do you pride yourself in?

    BSNbeauty replied to lgripe's topic in General Nursing

    I pride myself in keeping my patients well and live until 645! No, seriously. I rock as a nurse. I'm great at what I do and I love with other nurses come to me with questions and I have the answer....
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    Got to use my neuro skills in real life!

    BSNbeauty replied to RunninNurse's topic in General Students

    I was on your side until now. You did what you thought was best at the time. I applaud you for jumping in and making sure the guy was okay. However, you have nurses here with years of experience...
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    December 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    BSNbeauty replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Too much spiked egg-nog
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    Hospital Unit Secretaries

    BSNbeauty replied to TheCommuter's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Unit Secretaries play such a vital role in healthcare. I'm grateful for the ones that actually do there jobs and not sit at the nursing station gossiping the whole shift. I worked with excellent...
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    December 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    BSNbeauty replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "This is what happens when frail, tiny reindeers are pulling a half ton guy on a sleigh who calls himself