Tigerlily8

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  1. Unlicensed personnel performing RN functions

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Hi, I have a few questions for the nursing universe. The acute care psychiatric facility at which I am employed has recently started using a remote service to obtain physician orders. They are...

  2. Unlicensed personnel performing RN functions

    Tigerlily8 replied to Tigerlily8's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yes, apparently this remote service is much cheaper than our on-call

  3. Re-thinking this specialty

    Tigerlily8 replied to DoloresC14's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In my opinion, the OB was overly critical of you. This was your first shift off orientation and a new specialty for you! You can expect to need a lot of support from your teammates for the next year....

  4. Homeless working the system, multiple admissions

    Tigerlily8 replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes, I agree that it is a huge waste of resources. I don't know what the answer is, other than getting involved in community efforts to reduce homelessness. These people are just trying to survive....

  5. Am I selfish for working overtime?

    Tigerlily8 replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Hi! Have you considered being more strategic in scheduling your shifts? Most facilities pay time and a half for legal holidays but it is unlikely that your Mother's holiday falls on a legal...

  6. Deathly Afraid of Critique/Getting in Trouble

    Tigerlily8 replied to Lynker's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, That would make anyone anxious and in fact may be an intentional tactic. I think over time getting "called on the carpet " will become more routine to you. All you can do is perform your job...

  7. Floor fee for practice?

    Tigerlily8 replied to TXPMHNP's topic in Psychiatric

    I have no idea as I am still in school. If I were you, I would definitely research the topic and consult an attorney with expertise in this

  8. Diluted urine drug test!!

    Tigerlily8 replied to MollySue's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It’s been several years but as I recall, while in TPAPN I did have a few dilute specimens. I believe I rectified the problem by always carrying protein bars and having a meal or protein bar before...

  9. Advice On Dealing With Toxic Family Who Discourages You From Going To Nursing School?

    Tigerlily8 replied to Jupiter16's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Please recognize that this individual does not have your best interests in mind. I recommend that you enroll in school, follow your dreams and decrease your contact with this toxic

  10. Is 67 too old to start an NP program?

    Tigerlily8 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Hi, I was delighted to read your question for Beth. I am 65 years old and enrolled in a PMHNP program so you will not be alone. If this is what you want to do you should do it! I take 1 class at...

  11. Nurses Promoting COVID Misinformation

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    I am aware of a former colleague (RN) who is frequently posting inaccurate information on Twitter. She is discouraging social distancing, wearing masks and mandatory vaccination. She recently has been...

  12. Uh oh, relapse

    Tigerlily8 replied to JavvaLady's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Let us hear from you again, give us an update on your progress. You are not alone. Most of us on this forum have been in a similar

  13. Uh oh, relapse

    Tigerlily8 replied to JavvaLady's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I concur with the previous post. Don’t let them know that you are a nurse. Depending on state law, the hospital staff may be mandated to report. I am glad you are getting help and I wish you the

  14. How to Pick from the Best FNP Programs in the US

    Tigerlily8 replied to TaylorHaskings's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I recommend you avoid Walden University like the plague. They only want your money and are highly

  15. Texas to New York

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hi everyone, I am halfway through TPAPN, the 3 year Texas nurse recovery program. I may need to move to New York for family reasons. Does anyone know anything about the New York State recovery...

  16. TPAPN and panic attacks

    Tigerlily8 replied to MSRN2020's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hi, I am a TPAPN survivor. While I was in the program and desperately trying to find a job, any job I started becoming more and more anxious during interviews because I had to explain my...

  17. Nurses Promoting COVID Misinformation

    Tigerlily8 replied to Tigerlily8's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for your suggestions. Did you mean report her to

  18. RN to PMHNP

    Tigerlily8 replied to NurseLife1220's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi Lilly, I found your post to be enlightening. I have been persuing a PMHNP degree at an online school but experiencing difficulties securing practicum sites. There are vultures out there that...

  19. Schools That Provide Preceptors

    Tigerlily8 replied to beeker's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    This topic has been at the forefront of my mind lately because I am trying to secure a preceptor for my first PMHNP clinical rotation (adults ). I have considered the option of paying a third party...

  20. My job is stressing me out

    Tigerlily8 replied to coffeeandvendingmachines's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Excellent advice given above. I actually don’t think I have much to add. Frequently, nurses are gas lighted by their organizations. Trust your instincts and discuss with your peers. Do not be...

  21. PMHNP preceptor needed in central Texas

    Tigerlily8 replied to Tigerlily8's topic in Advanced Practice

    They have not been very helpful. Aside from the preceptor issue I have otherwise had a good experience with Walden

  22. PMHNP preceptor needed in central Texas

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    I am enrolled in the PMHNP program @ Walden University and looking for a preceptor for the Winter quarter that begins on November 29, 2021. I live in the Austin, Texas area, have a flexible schedule...

  23. Job Interview

    Tigerlily8 replied to Sanfranjflo's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I remember those days during monitoring and experiencing unusual anxiety during interviews. I suggest you be well prepared, well rested, arrive early and bring up the topic of your past/recovery...

  24. Staffing Ratios

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Hi everyone, I am relatively new to psychiatric nursing and for decades worked in critical care areas with a 1:2 nurse:patient ratio. I am now employed at a for-profit acute care psychiatric facility...

  25. Withholding Pay

    Tigerlily8 posted a topic in Home Health

    I am brand new to home health and have a question for the experienced home health nurses. I started a job 5 weeks ago and should have received my first paycheck one week ago. They are withholding my...