JuliaRNMSN

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  1. What would you do if....

    JuliaRNMSN replied to JuliaRNMSN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes I was the one written up. It did not match any "medications" in the cassettes or prn bottles. I was very disappointed in the organizations approach. Thanks for the feedback. I have wanted to...

  2. New to Psych Nursing need advice

    JuliaRNMSN replied to chickadee123's topic in Psychiatric

    I too was anxious when I heard about biting, kicking, and all the other possibilities. Well, because of genuine empathy and caring I tried to communicate, I have never been assaulted. I worked...

  3. Partnership Wanted

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Dphillips05's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Congrats on your hard work and success establishing the agency. I agree with the posts about RN licensure. However, would your state allow you to have an RN on staff (for example on call/or a few...

  4. PEDS NURSES: What am I doing wrong??

    JuliaRNMSN replied to BambiBelle07's topic in Pediatric

    You are welcome. I don't appreciate being rushed during what I believe to be a procedure that requires my full attention. I want the best result too. I just ignore all the...

  5. PEDS NURSES: What am I doing wrong??

    JuliaRNMSN replied to BambiBelle07's topic in Pediatric

    leaving a little air...it

  6. PEDS NURSES: What am I doing wrong??

    JuliaRNMSN replied to BambiBelle07's topic in Pediatric

    I agree with Emergent's post. This happens Try not to be hard on

  7. Night shift affecting health

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Nursecookie9's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I can relate to all your concerns about nights. I've tried to do it but can't. I thought I could force myself but my mind/body said different. Have you considered PM's? My advice: Get a day or pm...

  8. Public Comment on ANA Draft Position Statement: Workplace Violence and Incivility Issues

    JuliaRNMSN replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank-you for providing the link to ANA position statements on workplace incivility in nursing. This is a complex problem that cannot be reduced to a few methods of effectively managing it. I...

  9. Nurse Entrepreneur Roll Call!

    JuliaRNMSN replied to PaleoNurse's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Thanks for the questions. I wouldn't define myself as an entrepreneur however, what I would like to be involved in is entrepreneurial in nature. I envision developing a network of knowledgeable folks...

  10. A Valuable Lesson

    JuliaRNMSN replied to jojo489's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    I too worked with intellectually disabled adults living in group homes. Unfortunately, I did not have the same experience with the organization's political atmosphere. My question for you: Have...

  11. What is bullying then?

    JuliaRNMSN replied to dudette10's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "Bullying is the new black. I would call it unprofessional behavior that affects a nurse and/or a unit's ability to work as a team, or an individual nurse to provide care." I think the above comment...

  12. I am broken

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Dana1969's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've concluded that nurses need to find their common interests within their local geography. Specifically, identify your beliefs and values, sort them out to find common ground. Build a network that...

  13. July 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "With all that enthusiasm.....maybe the pony tail can

  14. Need career advice re: 2 scenarios

    JuliaRNMSN replied to BernR6's topic in Nursing Career

    I was in a similar conflict and the BSN was the expected way to get into work as an RN. Looking back, I am happy I chose the ADN because it got me into the work world of nursing. The BSN can be...

  15. Health occ classes for high school students

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Vtachy1's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with amoLucia there is likely a set of objectives for each part of the curriculum. It sounds like you just need to dig into the goals and objectives. It would be helpful if you could locate...

  16. new RN on orientation

    JuliaRNMSN replied to AngelofSeduction's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have felt this too when I took a position on med surg as my first RN position. Some folks on this site say there is a nursing glut and there is no shortage presently as the media portrays....

  17. Accepted first hospital job

    JuliaRNMSN replied to MegoonRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am happy for your success. I also want to say that I worked in the hospitals early on in my career. I was based in Psych and AODA but would be floated to ICU. Nurses from ICU would be floated to...

  18. nursing school with past dui

    JuliaRNMSN replied to renae1982's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Great questions! I don't have answers but if I were in your situation/with questions like these, I would call your state Board of Nursing or contact the Dean at the school you are considering. To...

  19. New Grad Job

    JuliaRNMSN replied to DeepBreath's topic in Telephone Triage

    I am uncertain where and what type of Telephonic Triage is available. United Health Group advertises home based (telecommute) work for RN's all over the country. I'm not sure if these are "real"...

  20. What To Do What To Do

    JuliaRNMSN replied to NettieNurse's topic in Correctional

    I don't know very much about corrections nursing but I agree with your rationale about the cream. Yes, how did you know what the cream was? Employer policy must have a statement about substances...

  21. Clinical Director and hating it. . .

    JuliaRNMSN replied to ERmama's topic in Nurse Management

    There is always the political feature of a problem like this. For example, will you divisional relationship be negatively impacted. In trying to solve this problem, who's interests are being served...

  22. Realities of Legal Nursing

    JuliaRNMSN replied to KNStrick's topic in Legal

    I have checked into this area also. Similar to a diabetes educator certification you have to be working in the role in order to take the certification exam. I concluded from my research into the...

  23. I don't know if I will go back to school now

    JuliaRNMSN replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for saying there is not a nursing shortage and no glut of jobs. Where I live (Iowa) the lay person believes the media hype of "nursing shortage." There are many online programs that are...

  24. Help self reported to pap in wi and don't want to sign contract

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Cpeanut's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I see that someone else answered my question about PAP. My concern for nurses in general when other say "get an attorney" is does anyone understand how expensive attorneys are? They charge by the...

  25. Help self reported to pap in wi and don't want to sign contract

    JuliaRNMSN replied to Cpeanut's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Help me understand what a professional assistance procedure is. Is it through the BON?