icuRNmaggie BSN, RN

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    Maine Nurses Authorize Strike

    icuRNmaggie replied to FineAgain's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I have completed multiple contracts in Maine. Working conditions in Maine used to be very good but have gone downhill rapidly throughout the state in the last two years. Every hospital has...
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    Horrible Charge Nurse

    icuRNmaggie replied to RNinSC88's topic in General Nursing

    Are you a man or a woman? And who is
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    Meds and a G-T patient

    icuRNmaggie replied to buggybum96's topic in Patient Medications

    Colace liquid and warm water will liquefy a curdled TF clog. I have never given meds via a GT by gravity. Gravity is for bolus feedings. Using a syringe and flushing before and after is far more...
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    Horrible Charge Nurse

    icuRNmaggie replied to RNinSC88's topic in General Nursing

    NOADLS is a young guy who is pretty spot on and really funny. He makes no bones about his modus operandi for working nights in LTC, i.e., less work more $. He says he wears the same uniform color...
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    Does this make me really horrible?

    icuRNmaggie replied to vandiola's topic in General Nursing

    I actually like the name. It perfectly describes a physician led team that goes where the need is greatest. I would never expect recognition for being involved in a humanitarian aid
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    rant.. "4 weeks notice"

    icuRNmaggie replied to misyan's topic in General Nursing

    The HR policies are usually accessible on their
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    mnenomics anyone?

    icuRNmaggie replied to Natasha A.'s topic in General Students

    https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-student/favorite-mnemonics-memory-167776-page7.html The search function provides a wealth of information like this 7 page thread about mnemonics. My favorite...
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    The Bearded Nurse

    icuRNmaggie replied to jamathis's topic in Men in Nursing

    In my part of the country the guys are clean shaven and only grow a beard for hunting
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    advice? asked to go home during shift

    icuRNmaggie replied to artreid's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with this post but I would not thank them. I would speak from a place of truth and honesty about the accusations. If I believed that the preceptor had orchestrated my termination I would...
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    advice? asked to go home during shift

    icuRNmaggie replied to artreid's topic in General Nursing

    The manager is investigating the alleged not following directions and she will need clearance from her director and HR before terminating
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    Procedure on this? Nurse and her abuser

    icuRNmaggie replied to CMarieRN87's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent
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    Horrible Charge Nurse

    icuRNmaggie replied to RNinSC88's topic in General Nursing

    https://allnurses.com/nurse-colleague-patient/how-to-not-982643.html This thread touches on a lot of the issues in your post, especially academic dishonesty.Just some food for thought. With...
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    Procedure on this? Nurse and her abuser

    icuRNmaggie replied to CMarieRN87's topic in General Nursing

    Op change your user name if you are using your legal first name and last initial. Also ask the admin desk to remove the info about the state you moved from and the county and state where you are...
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    What's the meanest thing a patient has said to you?

    icuRNmaggie replied to fangirl's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Colace liquid and warm water is excellent for dissolving curdled tube feeding
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    Patients hitting on nurses

    icuRNmaggie replied to Lev's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "No, Mr. Schmuck, I am not interested." If the creepster persists say "No, and don't ask me again." Some old men do this to control the situation by making you uncomfortable. You...
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    Procedure on this? Nurse and her abuser

    icuRNmaggie replied to CMarieRN87's topic in General Nursing

    This predator was in prison for years and may want revenge or God only knows what. Call CASA in your county for help with a restraining order. Put motion sensors on your exterior lights and install...
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    advice? asked to go home during shift

    icuRNmaggie replied to artreid's topic in General Nursing

    If my orientee took 4 pts after he was specifically told the ratio is 3:1, and neglected to say anything to me about it, we would be having a talk. A set number of IV sticks need to be witnessed...
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    Is it OK to contact recruiter?

    icuRNmaggie replied to jlkhorn's topic in General Nursing

    It is bad form, unprofessional and gives the impression that your only concern is the money which is very off putting. Salary and reimbursement for relocation expenses are negotiated with HR...
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    Quiet Nurse = Bad Nurse?

    icuRNmaggie replied to brionnag's topic in General Students

    I would much rather have a quiet and attentive nursing student who blends in, than the outspoken one with unwarranted high self esteem. Confidence in the clinical setting, without training and...
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    Procedure on this? Nurse and her abuser

    icuRNmaggie replied to CMarieRN87's topic in General Nursing

    The OP should make an appointment to talk with the Chief of the police and provide any supporting documentation. Report that he stares at you in a threatening manner at your place of work but be...
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    Frustrated with another CNA

    icuRNmaggie replied to DesiDani's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I feel your pain. It is really disgusting to have to start your shift cleaning up other peoples' messes. I agree 100% with RK. This is a very poorly managed unit. All that you can control is the...
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    Impaired Colleague

    icuRNmaggie replied to SillyStudent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    A staff nurse should not have to become involved in the disciplinary process for a nurse who sleeps on the job. Her narcolepsy, anxiety or substance abuse issues are management issues that obviously...
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    Fundamentals of Critical Care Support by SCCM

    icuRNmaggie posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I have the opportunity to take the two day course at a teaching hospital and I am wondering if it would be beneficial in my practice as an ICU nurse. There does seem to be a lot of overlap with...
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    "My Tech" or "My Aide"

    icuRNmaggie replied to dreamer30's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    "Do you know a CNA can purposely set you up,cause you to lose your job and you would be none the wiser." - amandaconfused1 Do know that this threat could end your military career? There's a...
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    "My Tech" or "My Aide"

    icuRNmaggie replied to dreamer30's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Registered nurses enter the Navy Nurse Corps as commissioned officers. They outrank corpsmen both professionally and in the Navy chain of