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    JUST an LPN

    BSNbeauty replied to new clinic nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an ED nurse and previously worked in ICU. Been in a few codes and I still don't feel 100 percent comfortable with them. The great thing is that you are NEVER alone in a code in a hospital setting....
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    Thinking about Leaving Nursing

    BSNbeauty replied to cbond's topic in General Nursing

    I have very poor confidence in myself. I've made errors and had my critical thinking questioned by a previous employer. I've thought about leaving nursing. However, I'm sure that I'll find my niche...
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    Too smart for my own good... :-/

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

    Welcome to AN!!!! I have learned that in nursing sometimes you have to keep your head low and mouth shut. I've been a nurse for four years with ICU experience. I'm now training in the ED. Sometimes my...
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    What if we had to tell the real truth when asked about our weaknesses?

    BSNbeauty replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not very assertive. Sometimes I allow aides to walk all over me rather than fight with them. I'm a job hopper. I really want to stay working for you, but if I feel depressed and often have job...
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    Rude nurse?

    BSNbeauty replied to obloom14's topic in Emergency

    OP, unfortunately this is common in the ED and other areas in nursing. Many nurses will laugh, and talk loudly at the nurses station. I can understand how fustrating it is when your dad is sick and to...
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    Mistakes you'll never make, again.

    BSNbeauty replied to Sassy5d's topic in Emergency

    -Pushed reglan too fast. Pt. had reaction. For now on, I'm pushing ALL IV meds slow, unless I'm in a Code or
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    What's the BEST nursing shoes?

    BSNbeauty replied to BigCSN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Dankos, hands
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    I got fired today, how will that affect my chances?

    BSNbeauty replied to Nurseadam's topic in General Nursing

    You asked for our advice on the last thread. We told you to resign.... How did they catch you off guard???? Should have taken our
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    Would you put in notice while on orientation?

    BSNbeauty posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I'm going into my 3rd week of orientation in a busy ED. I'm currently doing FT nights, and I'm not a night shift person. I've been in a car accident and just having a really hard time adjusting....
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    Would you put in notice while on orientation?

    BSNbeauty replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks everyone. I took nights because it was my only option. I applied for day shift and was told at the last minute it was give to someone else. I will not quit without another job lined up. Grntea...
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    To become an OR Nurse...

    BSNbeauty replied to Ednach's topic in Operating Room

    This was a bit much. I mucked around and got an ADN and got a job in ICU right out of school. Some people mucked around with a BSN and still
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    That awkward moment when....

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

    -That awkward moment when you encourage your 325 lb patient to loose weight and they say" I had gastric bypass surgery a year ago and lost 100 lbs".... For now on, I never
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    I must make a confession

    BSNbeauty replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    Imintrouble: why "own" up to something if it was okay in the first
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    Whats the best thing you like about the ER? Whats the least you like?

    BSNbeauty replied to KittyinNj's topic in Emergency

    Best: Team work, NEVER a dull moment, always learning. Doc is always there. Seeing that my interventions saved a life or seeing the result of my interventions right away. High turnover, "moving the...
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    What do you do first, besides "ABC"?

    BSNbeauty replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Emergency

    That is my original thoughts. However, at work it seems as though my preceptor and other nurses just finish what they are going then greet the new patient. I think I'll stick with the nursing process,...
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    I'm scared, is this normal or should I run?

    BSNbeauty replied to Kgibson089's topic in General Nursing

    I went to ICU from LTC so I know the feeling. I'm currently in the ED, and its the same as the previous posters have said. You are never alone in a code or when a patient goes bad. Stick with the...
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    What do you do first, besides "ABC"?

    BSNbeauty replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Emergency

    Thanks. I'm an over achiever. Sometimes I hate asking for someone to help but I know I have to. Thanks for the
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    What do you think? Honestly

    BSNbeauty replied to LatinRN1's topic in Emergency

    My honest answer: Nursing is not a one size fits all. We have people of all shapes and sizes who work in the ED. As long as you are physically able to do the job than it shoudn't
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    I must make a confession

    BSNbeauty replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    No one is really condoning the OPs behavior. However, we certainly understand and some of us sympathize. I don't see how you are any different. You are drinking milk and eating crackers that you did...
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    Can't find a job. New Grad RN!

    BSNbeauty replied to RNReadyManc's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sorry you are having such a hard time. Do a search on Allnurses you will find so many tips on how to get a job. I've used the tips personally and have received numerous offers and interviews, and I...
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    Replaced by Certified Medication Aide!

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

    I'm sorry this happened to you. While CMAs are cheaper, I would personally feel more comfortable with a LPN giving medications. I was once certified as a CMA, while I never used the cert. to work in a...
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    What do you do first, besides "ABC"?

    BSNbeauty replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Emergency

    Thank you both! I got it now. My first instinct when a new patient comes back is to drop everything and assess. I'm learning that not every patient that comes to my room need an assessment right away....
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    Ode to the New Nurse

    BSNbeauty replied to guest358111's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you for the encouragement. I felt that very much and needed that
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    Got into a car accident after working a night shift

    BSNbeauty posted a topic in General Nursing

    My worse fear has come true. I recently got into a car accident after working a night shift. Thank God, the accident only involved myself, and I did not get hurt. However, it has really shaken me up...
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    I'm getting terminated from my first nursing job

    BSNbeauty replied to Nurseadam's topic in First Year After Licensure

    8 months of ED should not be thrown away. You have to use it as a reference. So, yes if you think your are going to get fired, ask if you can