BeatsPerMinute

BeatsPerMinute BSN, RN

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  1. Have you ever been bullied by someone who had seniority over you?

    BeatsPerMinute posted a topic in General Nursing

    It's a curiosity question. Tell me your

  2. Mentoring a struggling nurse

    BeatsPerMinute replied to arich472's topic in General Nursing

    Following. I'd like to hear more about this. There are many reasons why a nurse could be struggling. Ask the nurse what she thinks would work for them, and then try that for a week or two. Note for...

  3. IR NP

    BeatsPerMinute posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    Hello! I am a nurse with approx 9 years of experience mostly in ICU, cath lab and IR - and I currently work in the IR. I've done IR in both the hospital setting and outpatient setting. Experienced in...

  4. Sit to stand lifts

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Nurse2332's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I had a patient in the ICU who was like this. She was 340-something pounds on a lasix drip and the MD's were anti-foley catheter. Per PT, it was deemed "OK" for single person to assist this patient....

  5. Nervous about returning to nursing + a rant.

    BeatsPerMinute posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi. I'm about a decade into my nursing career (exp includes ICU, IR, Cath Lab). I have my BSN & CCRN. Good creds. Doesn't appear to make a difference however. I've worked with patients who...

  6. CNA Frustrated with Being the Blame

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Kirsten Creator's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think they meant to be offensive or anything. Rather just trying to make a point. It's

  7. CNA Frustrated with Being the Blame

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Kirsten Creator's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't read through all of the comments. Just wanted to share that us nurses have the same responsibility: if we take vitals, and there is something off, it is our responsibility to communicate it...

  8. Nervous about returning to nursing + a rant.

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    THIS. I have only seen a couple of nurses navigate around this well. They were 30+ years of experience, were highly intelligent on how to deal with people (patients, families, MDs, co-works, new...

  9. Nervous about returning to nursing + a rant.

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    Working for an insurance company is an interesting idea. I thought about Case Management & Informatics. Trying to get creative. I don't want to lose the critical care skills I have - I actually...

  10. Disagreeing with your supervising doctor

    BeatsPerMinute replied to paramedic-RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Im a nurse with nearly a decade of critical care experience and have seen techs/RTs/nurses/PAs/NPs taken advantage of , pushed beyond their limits by MDs. IDK for sure, but it kind of sounds like...

  11. Trying to Find a Reason to Stay in Nursing

    BeatsPerMinute posted a topic in General Nursing

    There's been a lot of talk about people wanting to leave bedside and/or leaving nursing altogether. I've considered it myself. I'm nearly a decade in, but I have nearly had enough. Many have...

  12. MRI machine traps nurse in freak accident

    BeatsPerMinute replied to chare's topic in Nursing News

    Kaiser... ugh

  13. The Collapsing Healthcare System in the US

    BeatsPerMinute replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    I don't even know what to say, other than I agree that our healthcare system is broken. This whole conversation is making my head

  14. Made a mistake, help!

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Alovesmusic z's topic in General Nursing

    In summary: you were following orders. That's it. Forget the rest. Thats not on

  15. How to express concerns to manager?

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Truthseeker123's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for sharing

  16. If you could go back, start-over, change majors, what would you do and why?

    BeatsPerMinute replied to AlpacaTraveLlamaDNP's topic in Nursing Humor

    So many mixed feelings. On one hand, I am better with animals. I could see myself becoming a vet. On the other hand, despite how rough nursing can be, I appreciate what I have learned....

  17. Trying to Find a Reason to Stay in Nursing

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    I am focused on the seasoned nurses b/c in my experience, I've seen that they are the least likely to help anyone and will run anyone over - techs, RTs, PTs, OTs, Dietitians, other staff members AND...

  18. Should I go into float pool as a new grad?

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

    I agree with Nurse

  19. to all seasoned CICU RNs, please help!

    BeatsPerMinute replied to nursetobeat33's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    When do you start? I'd love to hear about your first

  20. What do you say when a patient family member is taking out their rage out on the world on to you? 

    BeatsPerMinute posted a topic in General Nursing

    Started new job in outpatient IR. Many patients are sick, in pain, frustrated, and are with angry family members. I am trying to find the balance between keeping them happy and setting firm...

  21. What do you say when a patient family member is taking out their rage out on the world on to you? 

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    I have used those same lines... once I ask "what can we do to solve these issues?" 80% percent just say they want to see the doctor, even if they've already been updated and have seen the doctor. and...

  22. Abusive preceptor

    BeatsPerMinute replied to Specialscar's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I have no idea what it is like to be a student in your position, not to mention I have no experience (nor any interest) in L&D, so my reply might not be as helpful but I figured "hey, lets try...

  23. Patient “fall”? No neuro checks?

    BeatsPerMinute replied to thenursebabe25's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with the the replies

  24. What do you say when a patient family member is taking out their rage out on the world on to you? 

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry for the delay in responding but I really appreciate everyone's advice! Just one thing that kept coming up through people's responses that I wanna touch on: calling security. I learned this place...

  25. Seeking Nurse Mentor: Anyone willing to connect?

    BeatsPerMinute replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    So very thankful for you guys! I sent the PMs... If still willing to connect, please let me know what is most comfortable for you ( connecting text, phone, PM only here etc). I was...