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    Current job refuses to give professional references

    KCMnurse replied to P_B_Q's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    This is really not uncommon. I have developed relationships with professionals that do not supervise me but can speak to my character and professionalism. Cast your net out and see if you have someone...
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    Public reprimand

    KCMnurse replied to NurseFDJ's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Do what you can to protect your finances and reputation at this point. @Alex Egan is on point with their advice. Dealing with the BON can leave you feeling damaged no matter the outcome. Self-care is...
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    WGU RN to BSN program question?

    KCMnurse replied to ZandZmommyRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You are asking a question that you already know the answer to. If the requirement is 20 hours a week you need to meet that - at minimum. If your current job can't accommodate that, consider getting...
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    Years of experience

    KCMnurse replied to Mayalu's topic in Texas Nursing

    You probably will need some clinical experience before you are eligible. You may be able to take a clinical refresher course through a local college or university that will meet the required number of...
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    Outfit for job interview

    KCMnurse replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Good decision - professional attire is usually the best way to go. Tell your co-workers that you have a photo shoot after work
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    Lpn or rn

    KCMnurse replied to Bamapryncess's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Get the most bang for your buck and go for the RN. As previous posters have said - you will be limited as an LPN as many many places do not hire LPN's. Getting a job in a Doctor's office may be more...
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    Cursing in professional settings

    KCMnurse replied to Eschell2971's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Cursing is never acceptable in the professional setting - in my opinion anyway. I have worked with both nurse and non-nurse leaders, both male and female that liked to pepper their conversations with...
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    Shocking abuse caught on tape

    KCMnurse replied to Snatchedwig's topic in Nursing News

    Me too - some of the situations that occurred were more than I could handle. Sadly a lot of the caregivers are poorly trained and severely underpaid. Not that that's an excuse but another example of...
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    When Nursing Students Cheat- Part 2

    KCMnurse replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Students

    Test-taking anxiety is real and it doesn't really matter how 'easy' or 'difficult' the test is perceived to be. I am not excusing taking a 'nip' to loosen up beforehand, just recognizing that the fear...
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    Ask Me If I'm Safe At Home

    KCMnurse replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for sharing!I recently met up with some old work colleagues - 1 of them confided in me that she had been in an abusive marriage for decades and had finally plucked up the courage to...
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    Hospital Allegedly Leaks Woman’s Personal Info To Her Rapist, Leading To Second Attack

    KCMnurse replied to NurseBlaq's topic in Nursing News

    What a complete mess! This poor woman deserves to own the medical facility that she entrusted with her care and personal information. Jail time is in order for a couple of people if this description...
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    In a perfect world, how would YOU like to see nursing education improved?

    KCMnurse replied to WestCoastSunRN's topic in General Nursing

    @Wuzzie I totally agree. I am a diploma grad too. The perception is that we were taught to be the Physician's handmaid and that is so far from the truth. Certainly increased clinical exposure is an...
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    And The Reason Nurses Don't Get Fired

    KCMnurse replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    How in the world do they not get fired/license revoked for this? It's
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    And The Reason Nurses Don't Get Fired

    KCMnurse replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I wasn't there, but you already know the
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    And The Reason Nurses Don't Get Fired

    KCMnurse replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Dang - these situations are insane! But sadly, I have been in nursing long enough not to doubt the validity of any of
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    Case Study: Trust Your Gut? A Fecal Transplant Could Change Your Life

    KCMnurse replied to SafetyNurse1968's topic in Critical Care

    Fascinating - this therapy looks like it has a lot of potentials. As someone that has suffered with IBS for years - I would be very interested in this therapy. Of course, the drug companies have...
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    Poll: do you have professional liability insurance?

    KCMnurse replied to SDANG's topic in General Nursing

    This is just simply not true. Anyone can report you to the BON whether you are practicing 'within policy' or not. Lawyer is not more likely to come after you if you have a policy. Having tangled with...
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    Can my license be taken away for "human error" on the Board's part?

    KCMnurse replied to Lorie Brown RN, MN, JD's topic in Nursing Career

    How does 'human error' come into play when the NCLEX is
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    It Can Happen to You: BON

    KCMnurse replied to Lorie Brown RN, MN, JD's topic in Nursing Career

    Malpractice insurance is a must. Also, as someone else said, you need to practice CYA at all
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    Happy yet sad about mother’s day tomorrow.

    KCMnurse replied to belle05's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing - sending hugs your way. I hope you are able to talk to your hubby about the way his comments make you feel. He is probably feeling the pressure too about not having a child, but...
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    Need advice

    KCMnurse replied to Futnur's topic in General Students

    FolksBtrippin - Just came back to say I love your screen name. Perfect for this
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    Need advice

    KCMnurse replied to Futnur's topic in General Students

    Sounds like there might have been some breach of school policy that required the school to bring these students back. While they might have been anxious to set an example and let other students know...
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    Nurse Accused of Taking Naked Photos of Nursing Home Patients

    KCMnurse replied to Melissa Mills's topic in Nursing News

    Nice try - I would like to think she had every good intention too. If this was the case she would have sent the pictures (de-identifying the residents first) to an entity that could actually affect...
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    Hospital Staff Drops Newborn

    KCMnurse replied to CityofAngelsRN's topic in Nursing News

    Interesting and sad that this happened and (according to the report) no acknowledgment from the hospital. As a former L&D nurse I do not think that this hospital handled the situation well. If the...
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    Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    KCMnurse replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    This