been there,done it

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1. Getting cut short on orientation

   been there,done it replied to Birdy2's topic in First Year After Licensure

   You answered your own question. Think it over.. then tell your manager you want the full orientation. This actually a great lesson to apply in your career. Never cave into pressure. You will be...

2. Failed out of BSN Program, What Now?

   been there,done it replied to JB131's topic in General Students

   Son needs to work with his school counselors/ advisors as to the next step. There must be a process in place for when an otherwise good student fails. I am throwing out an off the wall...

3. My coworker is stealing

   been there,done it replied to anonomous's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   This is far from butting into her business. OP feels time and money is being "stolen" from the employer. Ethically, she is required to act . Most employers would hold her accountable for ignoring...

4. Advice for a stuttering nurse

   been there,done it replied to zz00zz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   As Esme said.. could just be the market. Have you sent follow up notes asking how you could "Improve" on the interview? You didn't ask for any advice regarding the stuttering... but I'm a nurse so...

5. ADVICE: New RN has first interview tomorrow!!!

   been there,done it replied to mickeyrose912's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   Be prepared for behavioral questions. Tell me about a time you... encountered xxx and how you handled it. Have several scenarios in mind that will prove you will excel in a Short Stay Unit. I have...

6. nurse

   been there,done it replied to alipournashr's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks for your concern! I have been in contact with All Nurses IT. My son is also an IT expert, I work from home for an insurance company and had no issues there. Could not come back as BTDT......

7. How do I keep integrity

   been there,done it replied to Iwander's topic in Patient Safety Issues

   Absolutely nothing wrong with clicking your heels when a PIA is discharged. "Earlier in the day I had let her take some of her home meds that were discontinued ".. is going to cost you your...

8. nurse

   been there,done it replied to alipournashr's topic in General Nursing

   Your observational skills are spot on. I am BTDI, formerly known as BTDT. Reformatted the computer, site will not let me back on as BTDT. Do overs are

9. I wish they had to stay and watch the chaos

   been there,done it replied to greenerpastures's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   Scott ..ya might want to read the op 's post again. This is not about busting tail. We all do that . OP is wondering WHY we have to do it..in this situation ..and how we, as nurses can work...

10. I wish they had to stay and watch the chaos

    been there,done it replied to greenerpastures's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Search out the root cause. Many of the patients did not require a full admission in the first place. Docs/Hospitalists do no teaching, or follow up planning.. stick that to the nurse... and the...

11. nurse

    been there,done it replied to alipournashr's topic in General Nursing

    These "folks" are learning the ropes. Have you ever been

12. favoritism comes full circle

    been there,done it replied to passive sambo's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello, passive sambo. Love your screen name ..perfect! I appreciate your passion for excellent patient care. Sadly, there are MANY barriers in your way. Pick your battles.. .wisely. Don't waste...

13. My coworker is stealing

    been there,done it replied to anonomous's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You must report any fraud, waste or abuse. Do you have access to a Compliance

14. Just a Cog

    been there,done it replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    This is just another example of how nurses do the hard work, and remain

15. Denied employment at agency due to ordered prescriptions

    been there,done it replied to RNwithHonors's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your desire revenge is somewhat