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  1. Unusual sleep disorder and need help

    mdrkan posted a topic in General Nursing

    A few years ago I was at what I thought was my end. I suffered from what my physician labeled as chronic fatigue polymayalgia syndrome. I was only able to be up/awake approximately 4 or 5 hours a...

  2. Good Samaritan Act?????

    mdrkan posted a topic in General Nursing

    Good Samaritan Act: I am currently working in a huge call center. My department includes myself and 3 other RN's along with non-clinical personnel. Other than my department, there are no other...

  3. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    mdrkan replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    Curiousauntie, I believe that 3am may be considered the "witching hour" because 3pm, to many people, is considered to be the time of death for Jesus.

  4. Contacted Oprah Show About Nursing Issues

    mdrkan replied to jollyjenny's topic in General Nursing

    Just a thought, and I will preface with the fact that I am not savvy on the concept, but would unionizing be a viable option in correcting some of the problems we face. Karen

  5. Please help me-I have no idea what to do

    mdrkan posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am an RN working in a call center but I am not working as a clinician I am working administratively r/t HIPAA and Adverse Event training and reporting. My job description does not include that I am...

  6. Please help me-I have no idea what to do

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks to all for your support conveyed in your responses. I have gained insight through each of your responses. My employer truly is taking advantage of me by allowing employees to utilize me as...

  7. Please help me-I have no idea what to do

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    SharonH, You explained that perfectly. Thank you.

  8. Please help me-I have no idea what to do

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry but very sincere in expressing belated thanks for all the awesome responses. I admit that I hadn't responded or checked in since 6-1. I will call BON on Monday. I agree that I should only be...

  9. Please help me-I have no idea what to do

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Ralph, Thanks for responding. This has actually been an ongoing concern at my place of employment for quite some time with no resolution. My biggest dilemma is if I am approached by an employee...

  10. May need legal guidance

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    SFCardiacRN, Nurse Ratched, and rnfullofbs- Thank you all so much for responding, everything that all of you shared I found to be of great value. Sincerely, Karen Florida

  11. May need legal guidance

    mdrkan posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am an RN and work in a large call center along with a couple of other RNs. Our role is in an administrative capacity r/t adverse event reporting-HIPAA privacy compliance-operating procedures. We...

  12. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    mdrkan replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    Bipley- I too, totally believe you. My mouth is still hanging open. Thank you for sharing. Karen Florida

  13. Telephonic Nurse Triage ?

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in Telephone Triage

    Thanks for your responses and for the education as it is most appreciated. Sincerely Karen Florida

  14. Telephonic Nurse Triage ?

    mdrkan posted a topic in Telephone Triage

    Wondering if any one out there may have access to a script/format for a telephonic triage Nurse responding to patient with fever. Thank you in advance for any responses!!! Karen

  15. How do you find a job working from home?

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Workerbea, Thank you for your response and thank you for your willingness to be so helpful. I look forward to hearing from you again. Any thing you can find out will be so appreciated. Sincerely,...

  16. How do you find a job working from home?

    mdrkan posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all, I have been an RN for 10+ years and have had various experiences from Hospital to surgical to Home Health and Long term care to inhouse telephonic disease management. I am an ace with...

  17. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    mdrkan replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    First I want to convey that all of the stories previously posted have been unbelievable and truly awesome to read. My stories do not take place in a hospital but.............. When I was a little girl...

  18. Telephonic Nurse Triage ?

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in Telephone Triage

    Hello Again, I neglected to include this in my last posting related to triage nursing... Does a Triage Nurse need to be licensed in the states where he/she is providing the service, or just the state...

  19. Telephonic Nurse Triage ?

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in Telephone Triage

    Thank you smilingBlueEyes, I appreciate your advice. The book you recommended looks perfect. Wish I knew an ED Nurse, that would be perfect. If, however, anyone may have an example to share I would...

  20. What if you get pregnant while in Nursing school

    mdrkan replied to texancanadian's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi texancanadian, I just wanted to share with you that I had my two children while attending school for my ADN. Started Nursing school in August 1993, got pregnant with my first in September. When...

  21. Unusual sleep disorder and need help

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Has any one gone up against an insurance company to battle for proper care? Karen

  22. Unusual sleep disorder and need help

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    I am finally scheduled to have a telephonic hearing before the AHCA panel on June 8th. I am excited and nervous. I have never done anything like this before. If anyone out there has and wants to...

  23. Good Samaritan Act?????

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

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  24. Unusual sleep disorder and need help

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  25. Unusual sleep disorder and need help

    mdrkan replied to mdrkan's topic in General Nursing

    Hi apaisRN, Since there really is no known label for my condition, that really is an excellent way to look at it. However, Xyrem is only FDA approved for cataplexy secondary to narcolepsy. So for...