gonzo1 ASN, RN

ED, ICU, PSYCH, PP, CEN

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    Conflict of interest, nursing family

    gonzo1 replied to SolaireSolstice's topic in General Nursing

    This shouldn't be a big issue. Some nurses are comfortable taking care of people they know and some aren't. I wouldn't want to myself, at least not for most of my family. Usually you just trade...
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    What To Do When Dating A Co-Worker

    gonzo1 replied to bobber's topic in General Nursing

    This is an important issue and you must discuss it with her. There should be absolutely no intimacy or personal stuff between the 2 of you at work. It does not belong there and will only cause...
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    Foreign RN preparing for work in the ED

    gonzo1 replied to iamnomad's topic in Emergency

    No need to stress over the TNCC. In my area it is a 2 day course, some theory and some hands on. The program is set up so everyone passes. (unless you are just totally unteachable). The course is...
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    Switching to the ER after 20 yrs of floor nursing.

    gonzo1 replied to JDougRN's topic in Emergency

    JdougRN, I went to the ER for all the reasons you mentioned and never looked back. It's very different from floor nursing and I love that. Your doctor is always available, your not stuck with the...
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    Anyone know any good resume writing services???

    gonzo1 replied to Lunalitsa's topic in General Nursing

    I use Pongo. Just google that. I have been very happy with their website and services. Costs about 50$. You can even reach someone there on the phone as they list a customer service number. I...
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    Job Dilemma! (long sry!)

    gonzo1 replied to KaitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Jobs are very hard to come by right now. Go with the hospital since they obviously want you bad, and have already scheduled your orientation. Just tell the other place that you need to withdraw your...
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    What does patient care mean to you?

    gonzo1 replied to *jojo*'s topic in General Nursing

    I was thinking all of the above things that you mentioned. And you did it much more eloquently than I would have. But you did leave out one very important thing. Scientist, detective, traffic...
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    nurse abuse

    gonzo1 replied to fungez's topic in General Nursing

    Had a pt in the ER continuously threaten to stalk and kill me for 8 hours. All I wanted to do was fill out an incident report so it would be on record somewhere if I did really turn up dead later....
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    How well do you get along with your coworkers?

    gonzo1 replied to sasha2lady's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There is almost always at least one person like this in all locations. Pay attention to your work, CYA, document, and ignore this person. Before long she will focus on someone else. I've seen this...
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    Registry nurses where do u get ur health insurance

    gonzo1 replied to NoeIssa's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't do it now. If you have a regular job keep it. I am an experienced ER nurse and can't get 20 hours a week. Looking for staff job, but not having much luck. I don't have any insurance but...
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    "Did you just take a picture of me?"

    gonzo1 replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    I would let your charge nurse and security know about your concerns and let them deal with it. I would not bring it up with family after the fact. I would be creeped out to if this happened to me....
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    How is 2010 treating new RN graduates?

    gonzo1 replied to bearscrubs75's topic in General Nursing

    Bearscrubs, I totally get what you are saying. You are very articulate and it is fun to read something well written. There are some people that take offense too easily. No way did I read into your...
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    How long until you felt comfortable????

    gonzo1 replied to FiduciaRN's topic in General Nursing

    It took me 4 years to start to feel pretty comfy in ER. Still get the willies sometimes even now after 6 years. It is a heavy responsibility. There is a great book out there called "From Novice to...
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    Traveling Nurses?

    gonzo1 replied to MaggieMai's topic in General Nursing

    Right now nursing jobs are very hard to come by, esp for new grads. Many nurses have come back into the field to support their families as spouses lose jobs. However, this cycle comes and goes on a...
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    initial burn care in the ER

    gonzo1 posted a topic in Burn

    Had a firefighter come in last night with deep 2nd degree burns on buttocks, one side of upper arm and a hand. First ER doc comes in and says cover with dry, sterile cover, 2nd ER doc comes in and...
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    Asking for my old job back

    gonzo1 replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know about jobs, I'm looking too, agency has dried up. But I am sending you positive vibes. You are not alone, and we do care about
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    Daytonite has passed away...

    gonzo1 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Sitting here shocked and crying. How do you say goodbye to someone you've "chatted" with for many years, but never met. I loved reading her advice and always looked forward to her replies. Learned...
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    help!!! moving back to nj from texas!

    gonzo1 replied to grateful77rn's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I don't have any job leads, but want to send positive vibes your way. Get a resume made and start sending them out to any/all medical places. There is a place there just waiting for you. I really...
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    Becoming a CEN as a new grad?

    gonzo1 replied to JasonGCA's topic in General Nursing

    Aside from the cost in taking the CEN, there is absolutely no reason to not take it. Studying for it will be valuable information that you can use in any nursing job. If you flunk the test, then...
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    I want you to help me, but you will do it my way.....

    gonzo1 replied to Daisy Doodle's topic in Emergency

    After having been made a "do not return" at 2 different places for trying to do what seemed intelligent and appropriate I now do the following. I let the patients dictate exactly what is done. And I...
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    Who is an advocate for nurses?

    gonzo1 replied to BrittRN21's topic in General Nursing

    from my experience "no one" unless you are part of an union, then you might have some
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    A question to ponder (insert a little sarcasm while reading)

    gonzo1 replied to inteRN's topic in Emergency

    Get used to it. Happens all the time. You will learn to watch the board like a hawk. It's not right, it's not safe, but it happens all the
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    A sign of the times

    gonzo1 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is it my imagination or have things gotten really bad out there for nurses. I was just made a DNR from hospital I worked at frequently with no complaints because I had a patient who repeatedly told...
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    A sign of the times

    gonzo1 replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry friends It means Do Not Return. They have deemed me unworthy to pick up more per diem shifts there. Unfortunately it is a huge bunch of hospitals. Fortunately I am selling my house and...
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    Chief of staff stood up for us ... a total "WOW" moment.

    gonzo1 replied to Meg88's topic in General Nursing

    I once had the ER medical director call the ICU and tell her (nurse) she couldn't talk to his nurses the way she did. I don't remember what she said to me, but he totally stood up for me. These...