Irish_Mist BSN, RN

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    Whats your favorite part of nursing?

    Irish_Mist replied to Grobyc82's topic in General Nursing

    I like the science of my job and knowing that I am the eyes and ears of the physicians. It gives me a sense of pride when doctors ask for my opinion or how I think a patient is doing. Or catching...
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    OCNRN63

    Irish_Mist replied to Kyrshamarks's topic in General Nursing

    So sad to read this. I really enjoyed this member's contributions to this
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    Will I get in trouble?

    Irish_Mist replied to Mousyrn's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Right?! I would be furious if I found out someone I knew was looking at my chart without having any
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    Nurses don't do their 3 med checks?

    Irish_Mist replied to OsceanSN2018's topic in General Nursing

    Students like you are why so many nurses moan and groan when they are assigned a student. Seriously, enough with the NETY. It's getting so old. Actually, it has already gotten
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    How has nursing changed you?

    Irish_Mist replied to thoughtful21's topic in General Nursing

    It's made me cynical, tired, jaded, and afraid to get old. I sure as heck don't want to be covered in pressure ulcers, have a peg tube with osmolyte, and constantly be re-admitted for aspiration...
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    Will I get in trouble?

    Irish_Mist replied to Mousyrn's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    What on earth were you thinking? No offense but this is basic common sense 101 of what NOT to do as a hospital employee much less an RN. I have seen people fired for much less. A bunch of people at my...
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    Furosemide med error

    Irish_Mist replied to cutiep7's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Your co workers sound like a bunch of douche canoes. It's technically a med error since it was given at the wrong time but a minor one at that. Much bigger mistakes can be made. Blousing an entire bag...
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    Two job offers

    Irish_Mist replied to Jjs4's topic in General Nursing

    Keep looking for another job. If you absolutely cannot afford to wait, choose hospital b. Commuting an hour and 45 minutes is not realistic in the long run and if you're doing shift work, it will be...
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    Should nurses be able to listen to music at work?

    Irish_Mist replied to RockinNurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    I am thinking back to some study that I read about where music is played for ICU patients which was why I made my observation. I agree with your thought. If the music is annoying to others, turn it...
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    Should nurses be able to listen to music at work?

    Irish_Mist replied to RockinNurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    If it is soothing music like classical or jazz, it might actually be comforting to the patient. My thought is as long as it isn't loud and obnoxious, it shouldn't be a
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    Lost newish grad

    Irish_Mist replied to Name9335's topic in First Year After Licensure

    But why? You said yourself that the facility you're at said they are proud to have you there. It sounds like you're doing well in that environment. Why not give it a shot and apply for a full time or...
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    Lack of "customer service" as beneficial factor for chronic disease process?

    Irish_Mist replied to KatieMI's topic in General Nursing

    The customer service paradigm is destroying healthcare as we know it because it enables and encourages bad behavior. Instead of focusing on healing and providing evidenced based care, administrators...
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    Question about change in Coumadin dose

    Irish_Mist replied to Debhil50's topic in Patient Medications

    Exactly. This mindset of punishing med errors has actually been proven to be detrimental to patient safety because nurses are more likely to lie about making mistakes or cover them up due to fear of...
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    Nursing School Probs

    Irish_Mist replied to nurseboy12396's topic in General Students

    What I find helpful when I am preparing to go to a patient's room is to do a visual check of my supplies. Do I have enough flushes? Do I have enough alcohol pads, the glucometer, lancets? Do I have...
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    ICU, PACU or MedSurg for new 56 yr old nurse?

    Irish_Mist replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Once again, I agree with Mavrick. The PACU is no place for a new grad. Most PACUS won't even consider an applicant without solid ICU
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    Why your avatar?

    Irish_Mist replied to LikeTheDeadSea's topic in School

    I like chemistry. That's how I chose my cheesy chemistry joke avatar.
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    Mother of 6 Lost Nursing License X 2 and Job

    Irish_Mist replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    There has got to be way more than what this poster is sharing. Wayyyyyy
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    OCNRN63

    Irish_Mist replied to Kyrshamarks's topic in General Nursing

    What?! I love this member. So sorry to hear
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    RIP - Rosie the Riveter!

    Irish_Mist replied to OldDude's topic in General Nursing

    This reminds me of the few occasions I have taken care of WW2 veterans. Such a privilege and
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    Observant Jew Cannot Work Saturday Shifts

    Irish_Mist replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I guess since all I've done is acute care, that's where my mind goes. I'll be more clear next
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    Observant Jew Cannot Work Saturday Shifts

    Irish_Mist replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    It seems obvious that I am referring to acute care nursing in a hospital setting? Obviously school nurses do not work on Saturdays so why is it even relevant to mention this along with other...
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    Would you say anything?

    Irish_Mist replied to Ambersmom's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my God. That is so terrible. Please tell the rest of the story. Poor
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    Observant Jew Cannot Work Saturday Shifts

    Irish_Mist replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I will probably be flamed for this but here goes: It is beyond my understanding why people choose to go into nursing if working holidays, nights, weekends, *insert whatever occasion here* is such an...
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    ACLS for non-nurses?

    Irish_Mist replied to solDanz's topic in General Students

    Getting ACLS certified is a waste of time unless you are licensed (RN, Paramedic) to push IV medications. What is the point of learning algorithms and medications if you aren't able to utilize that...
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    Nurse looked at my Facebook-HIPAA violation ?

    Irish_Mist replied to PlainB's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I agree. Looking at the OP's facebook page and only looking isn't violating a boundary. Now, if he started messaging her or friend requesting her, I could see a definite issue. While I don't suggest...