MMC.RN

MMC.RN

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  1. What's it like having a flexible work schedule?

    MMC.RN replied to LucidDreamer's topic in General Nursing

    Most nurses don't work, "whenever they want." Especially as a new nurse you will most likely be working the undesirable shifts such as nights, and depending on where you work, you won't have a lot of...

  2. 8 or 12 hour shifts

    MMC.RN replied to LPNTOBE2017's topic in General Nursing

    My facility schedules nurses for 8 hour shifts, but since my unit self-schedules most of us end up working 2 double shifts and a single 8 hour shift to get our 40 hours in. We also each pick one...

  3. Creative Weapons

    MMC.RN replied to sarabellum1's topic in Psychiatric

    Also little bits of paper torn up can also cause

  4. Nurse who has an eating disorder

    MMC.RN replied to Em31200's topic in Psychiatric

    No, I don't think it's crazy at all! I recently suffered a relapse of my own eating disorder so I am with you on that and I too struggle everyday. I work in psych and I think it's allowed me to have...

  5. Creative Weapons

    MMC.RN replied to sarabellum1's topic in Psychiatric

    We had a patient once who found really tiny rocks out on our patio and use them to cut himself. Despite the multiple room searches we did we never found where he would hide the rocks he found....

  6. Grading policy for clinical

    MMC.RN replied to malenurse2bt's topic in General Students

    My school used to grade A-F when it came to clinicals, however changed in my last semester to P/F. Honestly, I liked the P/F a lot better as did most of my classmates and professors. It's difficult to...

  7. Nurse with PTSD and Eating Disorder

    MMC.RN posted a topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Hello All, I've posted before on this forum. I have a hx of Bipolar Disorder II well managed with meds. I am a forensic psych RN and work in a state mental health facility for adult males with legal...

  8. Starting a forensic psychiatric job in a maximum security center as a new grad. ANY TIPS?

    MMC.RN replied to ForensicPsychNurse's topic in Psychiatric

    The APNA has a lot of research articles that you may find useful, I've included the link down below. Forensic Psychiatric Nursing Resources - American Psychiatric Nurses Association. I also enjoyed...

  9. Starting a forensic psychiatric job in a maximum security center as a new grad. ANY TIPS?

    MMC.RN replied to ForensicPsychNurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I believe I am more than well versed about their background, criminal history, and current crime to do my job more than adequately. I am more than willing to listen if they want to talk about their...

  10. Forensic Nursing

    MMC.RN replied to nerdy student's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No problem! I'm always glad to help a fellow RN! Good luck to

  11. Forensic Nursing

    MMC.RN replied to nerdy student's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have definitely learned when the are, "faking it," especially as I have continued to work in the field. As far as when they are faking a physical illness, a lot of times they look just fine and they...

  12. Starting a forensic psychiatric job in a maximum security center as a new grad. ANY TIPS?

    MMC.RN replied to ForensicPsychNurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I am not saying that you shouldn't have an idea as to the nature of the crime. We get brief synopsis as to their history and background prior to their admission and their reason for admission. I just...

  13. Starting a forensic psychiatric job in a maximum security center as a new grad. ANY TIPS?

    MMC.RN replied to ForensicPsychNurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I work maximum security admissions with an adult male population and I have to agree with the previous posters. My advice to you is to expect the unexpected, anything can be used as a weapon, a...

  14. Forensic Nursing

    MMC.RN replied to nerdy student's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am a forensic psychiatric nurse and I work at a state psychiatric hospital in maximum security admissions. Our population is adult males who have been accused of committing a crime. We typically get...

  15. Can I be a registered nurse if I have bipolar disorder?

    MMC.RN replied to MeAndArmini's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am doing well, thank you! I am currently working in a state psychiatric facility that serves a forensic male population and I love it! The only issue I am currently facing is the fact that I rotate...

  16. My First Code

    MMC.RN replied to motor_mouth's topic in Psychiatric

    I work in forensic psych in a state facility that primarily serves male patients and codes are a typical part of my day. I have to say that it does get easier with time and as you get more experience...

  17. Bipolar with First Job and Having Difficulties

    MMC.RN posted a topic in Nurse Disabilities

    First off, I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder since I was 18. It was a bitter pill to swallow and it took awhile to adjust to the diagnosis and get my medications in order. However, I have...

  18. Resume Assistance

    MMC.RN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi, I am a recent new grad looking for my first job. Just wondering if my resume should include my clinical experiences? I had an instructor who stated that most people have the same clinical...

  19. Can I be a registered nurse if I have bipolar disorder?

    MMC.RN replied to MeAndArmini's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am recent grad with Bipolar II and I say that you can do it if you are aware of your illness and know your limits. It's not easy for anyone, but this is especially true if you have a MI. My best...