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  1. Emergent

    Being friends with residents on Facebook

    Emergent replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Dumb idea, in my
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    If you go to a hospital get ready to YELL

    Emergent replied to BSN16's topic in General Nursing

    So, Dr Edelstein has guilt issues related to his mother? Maybe he needs to talk to Dr
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    If you go to a hospital get ready to YELL

    Emergent replied to BSN16's topic in General Nursing

    So a surgeon with anger issues and the social status to have a column in Psychology Today gives us his opinion. This only proves that jerk offs are in every socioeconomic group. Physician, heal...
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    First major error.

    Emergent replied to NightWatch's topic in Medical-Surgical

    One thing I've learned is that an immediate rectal temp is in order if a temp cannot be obtained. More often than not the patient is hypothermic. This is from my experience as an ER nurse. You should...
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    LPN being forced to introduce self to pt's as a CNA

    Emergent replied to Skarpzz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Where I work we have a special designation for people like the OP. They are called nurse-tech II. They can give PO meds except narcotics. They can start or DC IVs, but can't give anything IV. They are...
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    Should drug diverters be prosecuted?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    What is the reason hospitals avoid reporting to the police, do you all think? Is it just too much trouble to help build a case? Other workers might be called to testify. It might bring bad publicity...
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    Dealing with a bad group member...did I screw up and what to do now? (Long)

    Emergent replied to throwaway26's topic in General Students

    This is another example of why group projects are the Devil's
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    What Do You Do When Co-Worker Falls Asleep on Night Shift?

    Emergent replied to NightNerd's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Dobranoç
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    Be a Real Nurse: Compassion is the Key

    Emergent replied to jeastridge's topic in General Nursing

    I love your article. I, however, think detachment and compassion make a good combination, and are by no means mutually
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    What's In Your Staff Bathroom?

    Emergent replied to oldpsychnurse's topic in General Nursing

    We have a heap of secondhand clothes that staff have donated to hand out to (mostly) drunk people who've come into our ER in urine soaked clothing. Someone is supposed to 'eventually' sort and...
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    Being Managed By Someone Younger

    Emergent replied to Apple-Core's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Now that I'm an oldster, this has become standard, although my current manager might be about my age. It's only natural that the young take the reins eventually. If they have leadership ability, they...
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    I can't do chest compressions (CPR) will I be terminated?

    Emergent replied to 42pines's topic in General Nursing

    An update on my friend, I talked to her yesterday. Yes, she tried a stool, she said she even stood on the mannequin. She was in the room 2 hours. She said she tried everything, her wrists and hands...
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    I didn't become a nurse to feed people's addictions. Do *nurses* have the right to refuse

    Emergent replied to Thankgodforativan's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Try to separate yourself emotionally, positive or negative, from your patients. Practice detached compassion. Remember the plumber's adage "**** runs downhill and payday is
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    Nursing Arrogance

    Emergent replied to Flowerchild6065's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The opening post contains many good spiritual ideals and platitudes. It does sound a bit preachy and unrealistic though. I agree, "too stupid to live" is a bad choice of words that taints our saintly...
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    Divorce before graduating to avoid alimony?

    Emergent replied to NJRN2B's topic in General Nursing

    Not true. I've seen women with lazy husbands get the shaft. One nurse I worked with a while back was always working overtime, her husband was a professional student it seemed, he bought an expensive...
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    New nurse and already having drama

    Emergent replied to Tattednurse_93's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Juse remember, some experienced LPNs are going to be annoyed or threatened by new RNs coming out of school. Tread carefully. Basically, they probably know a whole lot more than you, never had the...
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    I can't do chest compressions (CPR) will I be terminated?

    Emergent replied to 42pines's topic in General Nursing

    A close friend of mine is going through this right now. At my workplace they now require the certification on a mannequin. My friend is 5 feet tall and slight. She told me yesterday that she just...
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    Venting About Work

    Emergent replied to ambulancedriver's topic in Health, Stress Management

    It sounds like those old bats are ruining all your fun! They really shouldn't allow the old crones to do that. They are obviously mean and bitter, plus their education is out of date. They probably...
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    Name for independent contractor business?

    Emergent replied to Quedeezy's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    RN
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    Pinning ceremony, no family invites

    Emergent replied to rnshade's topic in General Students

    My advice is to skip it if you aren't up to it and don't like the way it's going to be. In 10 years you won't care anyways. It's just another ceremony, with boring, sanctimonious speeches. I really...
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    What was the REAL reason you called off

    Emergent replied to Orion81RN's topic in General Nursing

    https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=%23&ved=0ahUKEwiP96i QvYnSAhVh9IMKHWlMCD8QwqsBCDwwBA&usg=AFQjCNF1sHlk2z 9QIx28jtvfnGP_UlkifA Thanks to Google, now I know...
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    What was the REAL reason you called off

    Emergent replied to Orion81RN's topic in General Nursing

    In 24 yrs I've done a fake call in only twice.They were both times of extreme aggravation and exasperation with management. I know the most recent time I claimed a serious sprained ankle and posted a...
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    Preventing call-ins

    Emergent replied to Brandi,RN's topic in General Nursing

    My suggestion to reduce call ins is to have an excess of Per Diem employees. Make sure employees get requested time off. Show your commitment to their health and well being before starting to lower...
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    If I resign in lieu of termination, am I eligible for rehire?

    Emergent replied to bella14k's topic in Nursing Career

    The answer to your question depends on your HR department. There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. It depends entirely upon the decisions and actions of individuals. Some people take a hard line...
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    I unfortunately failed out my nursing program

    Emergent replied to Aekju46's topic in General Students

    To the OP, kudos for your positive attitude and realistic