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  1. Too good for poo

    been there,done it replied to Nursesmurf14's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sounds like they are not following the chain of command. Why are they reporting day shift concerns to YOU.. the night shift charge? Either way... she is on orientation and human resources needs to...

  2. pregnant and thinking about resignation

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

    Speak with your health care provider, your manager and human resources. Your FMLA is a rotating 12 week leave that can assist you throughout your pregnancy without having to resign your position....

  3. When pushy CNAs show how little they know

    been there,done it replied to Emergent's topic in Emergency

    Asking the nurse if they need the rapid infuser is

  4. When pushy CNAs show how little they know

    been there,done it replied to Emergent's topic in Emergency

    Why would you and Emergent feel the tech was pushy/bossy .. in this case? It was a suggestion.. no? The RN needs to to respond.. yes thank you, or no thank you. Why do you feel this could be...

  5. When pushy CNAs show how little they know

    been there,done it replied to Emergent's topic in Emergency

    "This tech, always wanting to be prepared says "Do you want the rapid infuser?" LOL. " Most certainly not an LOL moment. You have a tech anticipating a need, asking an appropriate question. I...

  6. charge nurse: dealing with negativity

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

    There's a fine line between empathizing and acknowledging. Be careful doling that out. You are their charge nurse, not their mother. It's unprofessional to constantly complain about an assignment....

  7. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    been there,done it replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    LOL, read the the recent thread about 'carrying' to work. There was also a thread about a doc that brought his dog to the ER. Not an issue for me, but nurses deserve protection wherever they

  8. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    been there,done it replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Spot on Art.. I did "advance" my career. However, referring to nurses that feel stuck as "a truckload of whining do-nothing burnout cases " is quite mean spirited. I am happy to offer my...

  9. What do you say to people thinking about nursing?

    been there,done it replied to jeyre1847's topic in General Nursing

    You're irritated because he does not respect what nurses stand for. He is picking your brain and you are letting him. Stop beating your head against that wall... refer him to a school counselor...

  10. Can you solve this mcg to mg conversion?

    been there,done it replied to Emergent's topic in Patient Medications

    Yep, very basic math. Kudos to your for not rolling the eyes. A very strange order

  11. What job will you do for your semi-retirement?

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

    Said the faceless dude with the

  12. Cardiac/Telemetry job

    been there,done it replied to Kylee Renee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congratulations! How long is your orientation and what does it include? Many moons ago, my new position was a move to telemetry. Looking back, it was not an ideal transition. I did not receive...

  13. Tattoos in the workplace

    been there,done it replied to MAH82's topic in General Nursing

  14. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    been there,done it replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Not true Art... you just need to know where to look and how to market yourself. Nurses are prized within many business venues. I have a lowly associate degree, make the big bucks working from...

  15. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    been there,done it replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Because we are worked like a mule with brutal work conditions.. with unsafe ratios.. to make money for the

  16. What job will you do for your semi-retirement?

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

    Anything for an insurance company... they are BEGGING for experienced nurses. Just GO for

  17. What job will you do for your semi-retirement?

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

    My semi- retirement is working from home for a Fortune 500 company. 6 figures sitting on my tuchas. It can be

  18. nurse, per diem, needs a second job!¡ Really?

    been there,done it replied to Mrs.RNindeed's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Per Diem means just that. You will be utilized when needed. This has nothing to do with respect or being "jerked" around. You will fill in the staffing holes on an as needed basis. If you need more...

  19. What do you love about nursing?

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

    My profession got me through the Great Recession. As a nurse.. I could ALWAYS find

  20. Tattoos in the workplace

    been there,done it replied to MAH82's topic in General Nursing

    I .just.don't.get.it. I understand art is beautiful. I have some very nice pieces. I get tired of looking at them and switch it up. if it's on your BODY.. you're looking at it all day every

  21. Tattoos in the workplace

    been there,done it replied to MAH82's topic in General Nursing

    Really dusky.. er, I mean Red. Radiation markers are far from tattoos. They are a reference point for medical treatment. They wear off after

  22. how does it work

    been there,done it replied to Naity's topic in Agency Nurses

    Agency work means you will be staffing the facility on an as needed basis... through the agency you work for. Your employer is the agency, not the facility. The agency makes money WHEN and if you...

  23. Might loose another job...I'm suicidal

    been there,done it replied to VAC's topic in Health, Stress Management

    The loss of a job is devastating. You found another one when you were not emotionally ready to handle the duties of a nurse... this is apparent to the powers that be in you new position. This is not...

  24. family issues

    been there,done it replied to canoehead's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Your sister has received a life threatening diagnosis. Your position as a nurse should not be a factor in the family dynamics. You have offered assistance and been ignored... do you need to beat your...

  25. Ways to Prepare Me For Nursing?

    been there,done it replied to MysticTopaz's topic in Nursing Career

    Can you pinpoint what it is that is DRAWING you to nursing? Studying CNA work should most certainly not be boring. This is where you learn the basics of care giving. Keeping a patient clean and...