OC_An Khe

OC_An Khe

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  1. Have they gotten rid of Respiratory Therapists where you work, also?

    OC_An Khe replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Started before the

  2. Nursing Hours Per Patient Days

    OC_An Khe replied to Sunkissd01's topic in General Nursing

    It depends upon whom finance wants you to include. I wouldn't want to include the nurse manager unless that position routinely takes a patient assignment. As for aides and LPN they are typically...

  3. Have they gotten rid of Respiratory Therapists where you work, also?

    OC_An Khe replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I have been around long enough to remember when there was no such thing as a respiratory therapist. Now with regard to vents and NICU's I feel that the technicalities/specialization have...

  4. Is there REALLY a nursing shortage?

    OC_An Khe replied to rawoysteraddict's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing shortages are dependent upon the economy and demographics. When this economy improves, it eventually will, then the effects of demand will outstrip the supply of nurses. Lo and behold the...

  5. Interview after a night shift

    OC_An Khe replied to ajaxgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I have done that. Let the people know who are interviewing you that you worked the night before. Ideally before the interview. Make sure you get plenty of sleep the day before. Let the people you work...

  6. BSN not worth it?

    OC_An Khe replied to nohika's topic in General Nursing

    Remember also that almost half of all potential RN employment is not in direct patient care in the hospital setting or in the hospital at all for that matter. A BSN is a definite plus when it comes...

  7. My hospital's new PPE policy!

    OC_An Khe replied to Chewie_123's topic in General Nursing

    To start with a "chill pill" is in order. Recent info has shown both types of masks are effective against the flu, but the supply of both is going to be problematic if we have a significant level of...

  8. Can you give me the darkside of working as a RN

    OC_An Khe replied to hathead91's topic in General Nursing

    Every profession has its dark side. But my dark side maybe different from others in the profession. And different certainly in degree of "darkness". Most of which have been posted previously and I...

  9. Mandatory Flu Shots

    OC_An Khe replied to Ghostmedic's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Is it fair, no. Legal probably. Smart and in line with CDC recommendations no. Particularly the mask part as studies have shown it is the least effective way of preventing spread of the

  10. How do you reduce falls????

    OC_An Khe replied to JoeDEDRN's topic in Emergency

    Depending on how long it has been since the redesign, people working in the new design haven't yet developed a situational awareness that is in keeping with the new design. Give it some time. If that...

  11. Not looking for same old fight,but I'm frustrated

    OC_An Khe replied to sheilagh's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry can't agree with you. There is a huge difference in the scope of practise and responsibilities between RNs and LPNs. Professional oranizations are designed for the people that meet those...

  12. Hospitals Hiring only Nurses with BSN Degree

    OC_An Khe replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Many hospitals are trending in this direction, with the preferred rather then mandatory. Nursing does need to get it educational house in order with a higher minimum education requirement for entry...

  13. Nursing Career Advice

    OC_An Khe replied to nshirey's topic in General Nursing

    It been a wonderful career for me. Yes at times it has been hard work but so has other professions. It gives you, besides satisfaction of doing good work for individuals; flexibility in when where and...

  14. A question of Trust

    OC_An Khe replied to diane227's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Trust is the basis of any society. If you don't trust nothing will work well. How do you know that the PO drugs are what the label actually says? There are counterfeit PO meds. (Not to increase your...

  15. A question of Trust

    OC_An Khe replied to diane227's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Trust is the basis of any society. If you don't trust nothing will work well. How do you know that the PO drugs are what the label actually says? There are counterfeit PO meds. (Not to increase your...

  16. Mandatory White Uniforms for RN's- your experience

    OC_An Khe replied to lauramae18's topic in General Nursing

    If your facility is mandating what you wear in terms of specific uniforms that should at least pay for them, supply them or give you something towards laundering them. It is time to move from old...

  17. DEA States that LTC Nurses Are No Longer Agents Of The Prescribers

    OC_An Khe replied to chase4myheart's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is not a state to state thing but it is federal. I am guessing at the rationale is that the DEA wants either the MD to personally evaluate the patient before prescribing a controlled substance or...

  18. Is Texting legal

    OC_An Khe replied to shbryer's topic in General Nursing

    NRSKarenRN's link is well worth everyone reading. New technology will change how things are done as well as the relationships of the

  19. Mandatory Flu shots

    OC_An Khe replied to CathyLew's topic in Disaster Preparation

    "The last time I checked, this is the United States. We have choices here." Yes we have choices, the employer does also. Employers have the right to mandate the injection (in this instance I feel it...

  20. Should I stay in the same place as a new RN as I am currently as a CNA

    OC_An Khe replied to RN student09's topic in General Nursing

    A bird in the hand.... Jobs for new grads are not easy to come by in this economy. Take it and if in a year or so your current employer is not meeting your career development needs then begin your...

  21. Is Texting legal

    OC_An Khe replied to shbryer's topic in General Nursing

    You might want to discuss this with the hospitals risk manager and or attorney. I would strongly recommend looking for another position if you get no satisfaction. And when you leave let the...

  22. LVN first?

    OC_An Khe replied to peeseful1's topic in General Nursing

    The RN first route is the best in the long run ( with BSN preferred if you can afford it). I have seen many take the LPN with the intention of transistioning to RN and never complete the RN. Thus...

  23. broken hearted new grad

    OC_An Khe replied to brokenheartedrn's topic in General Nursing

    If you are not geographically stable, meaning you can move to the area where you will have an easier time in finding a Nursing position, then you need to consider moving. But the original poster is...

  24. When do you think this hiring freeze will end?

    OC_An Khe replied to Divest's topic in General Nursing

    Any industry will hire/not hire based on the economics of the time. To hire you need two things (a bit of an over simplification). You need demand for the service the employee will provide. There is...

  25. Should an RN accept CNA/PCT job for now

    OC_An Khe replied to meikauw's topic in General Nursing

    NO no no. It can potentially be detrimental to your future nursing career as well as what the above poster mentioned re standards and liability.Unless of course you are really really really desperate...