gonzo1 ASN, RN

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    Travel Nurse Bait and Switch?

    gonzo1 replied to alaskaman's topic in General Nursing

    I would try to finish out this contract and just make sure your next one has more details on what unit, how much of the time. If your supervisor is being hostile toward you I would report this to HR...
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    Am so upset.

    gonzo1 replied to carolmaccas66's topic in International Nursing

    It is indeed a loss and you need time to grieve. Perhaps it would be easier to bear if you think of it in terms of people who lose things in fires and storms. My mother always made it known that I...
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    Yes it's been beat to death but i'm giving another wack

    gonzo1 replied to KYTinaMarie's topic in Travel

    I have done a few assignments with Cross Country Travel. Their pay is not the highest but they have lots of jobs usually and I was pleased with them. Keep in mind that right now is a sort of hard...
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    What would you do if your family member were doing drugs?

    gonzo1 replied to BabyCatchr's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, you would be in trouble. If the stuff is in the house that you live in how could you ever prove it is not yours? Same for being in a vehicle with the stuff. If you get caught with the stuff...
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    Anyone ever heard of anything like this?

    gonzo1 replied to JusBeinANur's topic in General Nursing

    Put in your two weeks notice and quit. Place sounds very
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    Going by your middle name -- problematic?

    gonzo1 replied to Darjeeling22's topic in General Nursing

    I am known by my nickname. I sign all my nursing papers with my initial of my first name, then my last name, then RN. As long as you make a decision on how to sign your name on work related papers...
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    New grad--old story: I am in orientation hell.

    gonzo1 replied to smwiller's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a good idea. Certainly can't
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    What to do when new EPIC System delays critical meds in time crisis situation

    gonzo1 replied to shenewton's topic in Critical Care

    It may not be smart or the most efficient way to treat patients, but if that is how your facility wants to do it than you will need to comply. Perhaps in time the system will change and be more user...
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    How do I get around to LIKING changing an ostomy bag?

    gonzo1 replied to seks's topic in General Nursing

    I use a mask and vicks. I always remind myself that an ostomy bag is easier than turning a 350 lb paralyized person with diarhea. Makes me appreciate the ease and simplicity of
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    Nurses don't save lives....WHAT?

    gonzo1 replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    If he even makes it through nursing school he won't be a nurse for long. He sounds like an ignorant idiot. I can list at least 8 lives I have saved over the course of my nursing, and physical therapy...
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    How can an rn with no nursing experience be a supervisor

    gonzo1 replied to mozella's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I wonder if she is on allnurses saying "Oh my God, what did I get myself into, I can't do
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    How can an rn with no nursing experience be a supervisor

    gonzo1 replied to mozella's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Look on the bright side Mozella. If something bad happens it will fall to the RN who is supposed to be "in charge". So you don't have nearly as much to lose as she does if something happens and it...
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    quit my job woes, must rant!

    gonzo1 replied to RNme123's topic in General Nursing

    Where do I begin. I have worked in good ERs and bad ERs. There are way more bad ones. You are right to leave since you are not getting the orientation that you should have and were promised....
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    What would you rather do?

    gonzo1 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    What about a long term hotel with weekly rates, such as budget suites etc they are usually furnished and free
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    Need prayers please

    gonzo1 replied to BSN75's topic in General Nursing

    hugs, prayers and positive vibes streaming your
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    Seeking employment, need advice.

    gonzo1 replied to Sunny Lioness's topic in General Nursing

    Dallas area has lots of jobs and they do hire new grads for ER and ICU. If anyone is interested in more info you can private message me. I just moved here from Chicago, but have worked per diem in...
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    any experience with travel agencies?

    gonzo1 replied to mee9mee9's topic in Travel

    visit travel nurses and therapists on the delphi forum and PAN travelers association. There is a wealth of
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    What To Do After You've Made A Mistake

    gonzo1 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Have made more than a few mistakes, but I always own up. It is always the right thing to
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    What do I do? Roaches, no heat...

    gonzo1 replied to SDALPN's topic in Private Duty

    I understand that the family is sweet and perhaps just uneducated, but this scenario is wrong on so many issues. You must first protect yourself and your license cause nobody is going to do that for...
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    suspension for hostility

    gonzo1 replied to nightengalegoddess's topic in General Nursing

    Sad to say, but you probably need to start looking for a new job because when things like this happen they usually manage to find a way to get rid of you. Unfortunately it sounds like you had a...
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    Questions involving Trach Care!!! HELP!!! CLEAN TECHNIQUE? WHAT?

    gonzo1 replied to skittlebear's topic in General Nursing

    I use a new catheter each time. That being said I keep in mind that the only place you can guarantee a completely sterile environment is in an operating room. So be as clean as possible and don't...
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    PA speaks poorly of RN's

    gonzo1 replied to heavenbound's topic in General Nursing

    The PA was just trying to build themselves up by knocking you down. And the "friend" that put them on is not your friend. I actually know several ADNs that have worked their way up to house...
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    Time for some introspective criticism perhaps?

    gonzo1 replied to eriksoln's topic in General Nursing

    Eriksohn, I have great respect for you and you sound like someone I would love to work with, but if you don't feel like your "team" is working as a team to keep your unit running smoothly, then you...
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    How does quitting without notice really look?

    gonzo1 replied to inProgress's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you don't have a very good relationship with this unit at this time, so what I would do is present a letter of resignation giving a 2 week notice, then at least you have done the right...
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    What is up with these Sickle Cell Patients?!

    gonzo1 replied to BrandNewbieNurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The above posters all have really great thoughts on this, and I even learned a thing or two. Additionally I have to add, I have spent most of the last year not working because of the economy and a...