Kitiger RN

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  1. Kitiger

    I am doomed.

    Kitiger replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    PSU, I think those pencil-pushers who sit behind a desk would probably approve your charting. I get so tired of being required to double & triple chart, or being required to use certain words...
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    I am doomed.

    Kitiger replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    This brings back nightmares of my student nurse days! In the example above, I would most certainly go with the first entry, as long as it also included the injection site. (And no, I surely would not...
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    Peer feedback

    Kitiger replied to Ahopkins81's topic in General Nursing

    We had "Employee of the Month", which worked at first. But then they started trying to include everyone. When everyone gets a participation award, the awards mean
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    Do nurses tend to be enablers?

    Kitiger replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly right! It is the only way to loan. It's a bonus if I get it back (and I usually
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    Do nurses tend to be enablers?

    Kitiger replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    No, not usually. I think they are people with good hearts, but maybe not always wise in their
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    Do nurses tend to be enablers?

    Kitiger replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I'll loan money ... but if it isn't paid back, I won't throw good money after bad. I don't have to cave in, in order to be a friend. I guess that puts me in the middle,
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    I'm the only one who fund this funny

    Kitiger replied to nightlightnurseaide's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You've got the right idea. Just smile and move
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    Why I would tell you to stay out of nursing

    Kitiger replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    Surely this is a typo? I should hope that ALL nurses have post high school education! Even Diploma
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    "Best Of" Thread

    Kitiger replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Advice to a new nurse with school loans to pay, trying to decide whether to stay with parents while working at a small hospital or to move to the big city with all the opportunities
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    Best Nursing Quotes

    Kitiger replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    This is true for newbies and
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    Would you rather live at home in a small town or move big city?

    Kitiger replied to Bunsbuns's topic in General Nursing

    Wuzzie, you nailed it! This doesn't have to be an either/or type of
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    opinion

    Kitiger replied to nursephillyphil's topic in General Nursing

    You found that the official schedule had not been switched. Did you then talk to the nurse who asked you to switch? If I were that nurse, I would be grateful for the
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    Night shift

    Kitiger replied to Busyybee's topic in General Nursing

    If it only has happened twice, it may just be coincidence. If it keeps happening, could it be
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    NEVER Specialized??

    Kitiger replied to uiwhi's topic in General Specialties

    This is a real blessing. Also, the receiving unit is always glad to see you, because you lighten their load. I enjoyed working
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    Retirement at what age, and how much $$ will you will need to retire "comfortably"?

    Kitiger replied to Horseshoe's topic in General Nursing

    We don't have long term insurance. House is paid off, but we'll still owe about $5,000 by the end of the year. Estimating retirement at 75% of our current income, we are (right now) about $200/month...
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    Patients Say the Darnedest Things - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    I had a visitor ask me if her friend could eat through the
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    Mandatory Influenza Vaccine

    Kitiger replied to AllisonMcTigue's topic in General Nursing

    I work private duty Pediatrics. One of my agencies requires the vaccine, which I always get. In addition, if my client is sick & coughing all over, I also wear a mask ... to protect
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    Best Tips for Nurses - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    I said, "In homecare, the parents really are experts in their child's care." OK, MOST parents with a medically fragile child really are experts in their child's care. Most kids who qualify for home...
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    Best Tips for Nurses - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Learn to do things with your non-dominant hand. When the suction machine (or wall suction) - for example - is not conveniently located, you'll find it really helps if you can suction switch-handed....
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    Share Your Favorite Motivational Quote - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    I have also found this poem to be attributed to Walter D. Wintle. I don't know which is the true
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    Share Your Favorite Motivational Quote - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    The Victor by C. W. Longenecker If you think you are beaten, you are. If you think you dare not, you don't. If you like to win but think you can't, It's almost a cinch you won't. If you think you'll...
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    Lice... why lice?

    Kitiger replied to Amethya's topic in School

    This is a wonderful article! Thank
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    Best Tips for Nurses - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    In home care, the parents really are experts in their child's
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    Best Tips for Nurses - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Kitiger replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    Part of your job is to come to work prepared and rested, ready to
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    "Best Of" Thread

    Kitiger replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    This is in answer to a first-year night nurse who says. "I'm so tired all the time, all I want to do on my few and far between days off is sleep. I feel so alone. I want to meet new friends, I want to...