Straydandelion

Straydandelion

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  1. Do you give your 10 AM meds at 8 AM?

    Straydandelion replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    A lot depends on the meds, where I work, the meds at 8A are usually q4hr, I would not give them too early/late even with a policy and procedure stating can give within an hour of the time. I have...

  2. Please help me convince my wife that she needs to return to nursing school...

    Straydandelion replied to NIGHTWOLF87's topic in General Nursing

    Possibly an unpopular opinion, however I don't think she should go if she has to be encouraged to. Nursing school and the profession as a whole is too hard for someone unsure, which she sounds like. I...

  3. New grad - Any online education/certs to get while job searching?

    Straydandelion replied to elprup's topic in General Nursing

    Some lists of possibles though I am not sure how current they are:

  4. Care Plans - What does the Experienced Nurse Think of Them?

    Straydandelion replied to eriksoln's topic in General Nursing

    Never used out of school except to glance briefly at the top making sure when taking a new section I got full report. In other words, the "potential for fall" might let me know this patient even with...

  5. Ready for a day off

    Straydandelion replied to kmarie724's topic in General Nursing

    Did you require a written or verbal report?

  6. Telling family of pt falls

    Straydandelion replied to lavender rose's topic in General Nursing

    I would first call the doctor to let them know.. then call the primary family member responsible for the patient and be as factual as possible describing the fall, what was done and any injuries...

  7. Bigger is not always better!

    Straydandelion replied to ruralnurs's topic in General Nursing

    Wonderful story, I can understand the first two hospitals if the surgeon doesn't feel competent (even though I am sure yours didn't either) but not the third, surely something could have been done...

  8. I think peri/rectal swabs are a humiliating 'welcome' to the hospital

    Straydandelion replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    In a way I can understand the nasal swab to help protect other patients and health care workers. But a good H&P should cover a lot of the information needed and I as a patient would refuse the...

  9. Feeling patronized by "older" nurses

    Straydandelion replied to Tortoiseshell's topic in General Nursing

    Not liking much confrontation unless absolutely necessary, I would just set your priorities and stick with them no matter how intimidating someone can be... sometimes you can still learn from them...

  10. do you check after your nursing assistants?

    Straydandelion replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    i have worked with some very good cna's.. helpful and willing to help. it doesn't hurt to spot check, especially those you are unsure of. for those ... this is a sign that the residents...

  11. Help, fainted on the job!

    Straydandelion replied to marie39's topic in First Year After Licensure

    ... and the fainting? There can be a lot of causes, one would be low blood count due to heavy period yet I am assuming ER would have ruled that out but there can be other avenues your physician can...

  12. Confrontation with a Visitor

    Straydandelion replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see where the OP got in any arguement with the patient, just the visitor. IMO that is part of being a patient advocate. It is up to the patient and family to decide visitors, but appropriate...

  13. Does "your" instead of "you're" drive anyone else nuts?

    Straydandelion replied to *ac*'s topic in General Nursing

    Aggitation just means EXTREMELY agitated *winks*. Most of the time however it is spelled doesn't bother me as long as I can understand the meaning, those that are unclear are the most irritating. For...

  14. PANICKED! Missed first day of ORIENTATION, is it all over???

    Straydandelion replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    I would say the DON's (and husband's) strategy actually worked if you are planning on staying. Ultimately it is only up to you...I wish you luck in whatever decision you

  15. "Fired for NO Reason"

    Straydandelion replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I think these tips for Forbes for business professionals can be adjusted for any profession to some extent..also nursing: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7588718/page/1 IMO if you try your best attempting...

  16. Mispronouncing medications

    Straydandelion replied to californiaRNstudent's topic in General Nursing

    Actually medications are pronounced different in different parts of the country also

  17. 1% pay increase would you stay or leave?

    Straydandelion replied to Zalan's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Considering the job market and some have said they get none this year.. if I liked the job I would probably stay...but if dont plan on staying long anyway, may be worth it to look

  18. Do new graduates RN's get ,easier patients?

    Straydandelion replied to lovehospital's topic in General Nursing

    Not reading all the other posts, sorry, but I actually think someone that is new along with their preceptor should have the patients with the most opportunity for learning yet less in number. That may...

  19. Res. who is constantly falling

    Straydandelion replied to ExtraShotNoWhip's topic in General Nursing

    A few more ideas, if he is not forgetting to actually call for help and covering it up by refusal....when does he usually fall? Does he refuse to use a walker? Is there plenty of things to grab onto...

  20. Nurses who work the day shift

    Straydandelion replied to omgodzilla's topic in General Nursing

    With some hospitals it may depend on the floor and needs. I went from day with a rotate night which was like cutting one of your days off to a floor with day occasional rotate evening shift which was...

  21. Please Help! Super short survey

    Straydandelion replied to MagsFree34's topic in General Nursing

    Done and good

  22. I'm at the end of my rope.....(warning=long)

    Straydandelion replied to LittleWing21's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Going part-time sounds like a good option if your contract will allow. This would let all know you are DEFINITELY serious about wanting transfer. You may also want to look at any clauses in it,...

  23. Burnout Rx

    Straydandelion replied to ACRN06's topic in General Nursing

    I used to think a Walmart greeter would be fun :wink2: I guess hobbies would help, the problem is you need one that you can do when dog-tired. As far as what I do, I like to read..nothing related to...

  24. Just need to vent about my exasperating coworker.

    Straydandelion replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    It helps to tape report for those claiming "they weren't told". But it sounds like your problem is more extensive, in fact I am wondering how well she is taking care of her patients. The attitude...

  25. Bad news

    Straydandelion replied to ghillbert's topic in General Nursing

    I am sooo sorry.. make this time with her the best you can.. and I hope she remains pain free. Prayers to her and all the