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she244

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  1. Night shift and clinicals

    she244 replied to amygrizzard's topic in General Students

    The difference may be if you are coming in from work unprepared. Clothing not as neat as it should be. Being late even occasionally. I worked like you on 3rd shift. I made arrangements with my...

  2. when do you chart?

    she244 replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

    Having a nephew that is an Attorney made me more cautious to discharge another nurses patients without making sure her documentation was up to date. Worked in the ER for 11 years and learned to do...

  3. If you don't have a uniform...

    she244 replied to adpiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Hi! I am so jealous of those who can wear anything. I am in a position wear I have to wear a uniform everyday. When I asked if we had dress down Fridays here I was told NO! My Medical Director is...

  4. Graduating in a Month - Will it be difficult to get hired if I wait 4 months?

    she244 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    The advantage of waiting to be fully invested is when you leave as you said the money is yours and can be used to continue school and get a BSN degree which a lot of Hospitals and Clinic now are...

  5. working nurses that started late in life

    she244 replied to momt5's topic in General Nursing

    I started Nursing in my mid 30's went thru the program and had 4 months to graduate but was in a car wreck. Had a skull fracture and other injuries. Due to an extended recovery time I entered back...

  6. Do Bachelor's Degrees Save Lives? - The Facts about Earning a BSN

    she244 replied to Rasmussen University's topic in General Nursing

    The article is misleading. Decreased patient load means less patient mortality no matter what Nursing Degree you hold. I have spoke to former Nurses and Manager whom I worked with in the ER and they...

  7. Retiring from Current Position - Still want to work...

    she244 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Thank you so much for the advice. I am a College Health Nurse and administer medications, change dressings and monitor students who have Picc Lines and other implanted ports. I will start looking...

  8. I have an Unhelpful instructor

    she244 replied to stephey's topic in General Students

    Like most of the positive post on here. Studying outside the classroom is very important. Researching topics, taking notes on what you learn while not in class will help you understand the material...

  9. Another reason unions suck!

    she244 replied to Ruger8mm's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I do not work in a Union environment but it is the same way. We have to submit request and we are denied our request at times. Sometimes they will let us work it out just so long as coverage is...

  10. Clinical instructor keeps handing out clinical warnings?

    she244 replied to lilfayfay's topic in General Students

    As said before you started out as a problem student and the instructor knows that. You disregarded the rules and expected a free break. The instructors at my school got rid of the people they did...

  11. Underage drinking question? please help

    she244 replied to xjay22's topic in General Students

    Good Advice! When you ask a question on a public forum you should be mature enough to take the criticism as well as the good advice. Constructive teaching from experienced Nurses should be valued...

  12. Minor Self Harm Scars - Can I be denied employment?

    she244 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I agree. I was in a major car wreck. Was in a coma for 7 days and now have seizures which are controlled. I also lost my sense of smell so that is all I disclose to the employer at the interview...

  13. Hurt and Betrayed

    she244 replied to MeiDei's topic in General Students

    I agree with this post. This a good teaching moment from you and your professors about should you have been a patient and Private Health Information was disclosed. The penalties in money and fines....

  14. Nursing Student does not like PCT job

    she244 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    While in Nursing School, I worked at a large hospital as a CNA. Worked in the float pool. I loved being able to work on different units, with different Nursing Staff and Managers giving me a good...

  15. Brian Short News

    she244 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Praying that God wraps his Loving arms around all of you in the days ahead. God Bless all of you and may Brian and his family rest in peace. Praying! Sharon

  16. Attorney contacted me about lawsuit

    she244 replied to forgop's topic in General Nursing

    My nephew is an attorney. He has always told me contact my liability insurance prior to talking with anyone else. Then ask to see my notes prior to making any comments. He said read your notes, look...

  17. I passed my NCLEX with 75 questions on the first try!!!

    she244 replied to Wallace2014's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I also passed with 75 questions. I had a classmate who sat beside me in Nursing School She had taken her LPN Board exam so she could go ahead and work while finishing Nursing School. I was always...

  18. Is Nursing All About Stress?

    she244 replied to Jerome Stone RN's topic in General Nursing

    I work at a place where Management decides to make changes that affect my job without letting me know. Then all of a sudden when there is a problem, I am expected to clean up the mess that was...

  19. Asking for prayers: multiple nursing students died in car accident

    she244 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in General Students

    Praying for comfort for families, friends and classmates of these

  20. Being Nurse Ratched

    she244 replied to proud nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have been told I am mean by my father. I refused to do for him what he could do for himself which kept him independent for an additional 5 years with my assistance. I have been firm with a few...

  21. Thinking about becoming a nurse...at 40!

    she244 replied to margaretann's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Being one of the ones who waited until my son had graduated to start Nursing School, I can tell you it was rough. But if the desire, stamina and willingness to learn are there you will do find. I...

  22. An Idea Whose Time has Long Come: EMPLOYEE satisfaction scoring?

    she244 replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I do not bother filling out Employee Survey's knowing as everyone has said they are not anonymous. I have not heard or seen any improvements from the

  23. A VERY frustrated nurse

    she244 replied to RNnewbie2014's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I understand completely your need to make sure your patients are taken care of. As far as the Tech's go. Is may be the way you are stating that needs to be done. For example people will say Do you...

  24. Get the Bsn or leave nursing?

    she244 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I agree with all the post regarding becoming a Nurse Practitioner. I am 59 years old and do not plan to go back to school for a BSN at this age since I plan to retire within 3-6 years. If I was...

  25. Hospitals Firing Seasoned Nurses: Nurses FIGHT Back!

    she244 replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    That is what happened to my daughter - in - law's father. He was dumped out of ICU to a Long Term Care Facility which was told he was there for Rehab. Straight from ICU with a Trach, Rectal Tube,...