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  1. What do you think of 11 am- 7 pm shift?

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

    Is this a permanent position?Shift preference is personal, but I would love 11 a- 7 p. Sleep in, less traffic, no trundling to work in the dark. The shift expectations will depend on your unit,...

  2. Need opinions

    been there,done it replied to blams2004's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If quotes were used, she's covered. If not, it's union/grievance committee time. I never felt the need to quote a patient.. too much room for

  3. Time to go??

    been there,done it replied to mamax3's topic in Medical-Surgical

    No amount of money is worth being miserable and not being there for your

  4. Has anyone mistaken you for a punching bag at work?

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

    Not all definitions are literal. In this case OP means A target; butt; whipping boy;

  5. Does abortion play a role?

    been there,done it replied to Jen_Loves_Nursing's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Is it just me .. or is it getting "Dusky " in

  6. Health Coach United Health Group

    been there,done it replied to LadyMonteCarlo's topic in Case Management

    Bear in mind that UHG is a premier employer with great benefits. Whatever the position is, getting your foot in that door is an excellent opportunity. The evasive feeling you were picking up on,...

  7. the dreaded needle stick....

    been there,done it replied to kacs13's topic in General Nursing

    I for one think you are torturing yourself. Take a close look at the design of the device, focus on how the needle retracts into the plastic hub. You've made your decision to do the PEP protocol....

  8. Tattoos in the workplace

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

    In general we care for an aging population.... there is that better? I work from home.. I could do it naked with head to toe tats. However I am a always a nurse. When I occasionally have to go to the...

  9. Best lotion for dry hands?

    been there,done it replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I work from home. Don't need no "stinkin" hand lotion. ( sorry had to do it). Was just called out on my "generation" on another thread. I did just have some old lady skin tags removed.. Aquaphor was...

  10. Tattoos in the workplace

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

    Bingo. Body art is a personal choice. What "art" is expressed? How about marijuana leafs.. is that ok? Skull and cross bones?We care for an aging population that hold a specific mindset on tattoos....

  11. Tattoos in the workplace

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

    Dang ! I am no longer current. 33 years of experience... a gazillion lives saved. I apparently must "become

  12. Leakage of septic arthritis after surgery

    been there,done it replied to wiltmich's topic in Orthopedic

    Drainage one week post op is a concern. As far as the wrist... who knows? Report both findings to the physician. What on earth does your supervisor have to do with

  13. Tattoos in the workplace

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

    I don't care if this is homework or not. Tattoos are tacky , should not be allowed in any professional place of

  14. Last Rally before Death

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

    No one can call the meaning to his rally . Hospice needs to be involved if there is a likelihood of death within 6 months. Use their resources. Best wishes to your family and your father in

  15. Rotating Shifts

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

    There is no plan. Rotating shifts will depend on YOUR ability to shift your circadian rhythms. Some people can do it, most cannot. I feel changing from night shift to day shift in a 2 week period is...

  16. the apropriate age for retire

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

    What country are you referring to? I am 63... no plans to retire. In the US... I can work as long as I want

  17. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

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

    I was cleaning up the room after an unsuccessful code on an end - stage COPD patient. Of course it was dark out, and I was alone in the room. Caught a slight movement out of the corner of my eye and...

  18. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

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

    Thanks for the goosebumps :/ It's time to retire after a 12 hour shift I've been a nurse for 33 years and had some doozies.. but THAT is EEERIEE! Nurses are so often present at the time of death we...

  19. What is My Family Thinking?

    been there,done it replied to flashpoint's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Your family feels you are always a nurse.. because you are in the "caring" profession. It is convenient for them to think this way.You will not be able to change their ridiculous mindset. Take your...

  20. Pushy Recruiter

    been there,done it replied to shoegalRN's topic in Travel

    I've ran across pushy recruiters, but that is outrageous. I would not only withdraw my application, I would tell him AND his manager exactly why I was doing so. As you know, you have your pick of...

  21. What is the proper way to address an RN?

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

    Now that I know I 'm from the bygone era, I will just grab my cane and shawl and sob silently into my hankie. Been called everything in the book. I just respond where I'm

  22. advice on being written up when I dont think I should have been...

    been there,done it replied to anniegirl1988's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    The patient does not have to be unstable to warrant a write up. A change in LOC is a significant finding. Can't just assume" A little bit of overnarcing". Your overnarced patients are on a vent, big...

  23. advice on being written up when I dont think I should have been...

    been there,done it replied to anniegirl1988's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Are you being written up for not notifying the physician.. or not addressing the change in LOC? Either way, you did not manage the patient correctly. Can't assume it was the narcs and just hold them....

  24. what did I get myself into

    been there,done it replied to new and confused's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Take deep breaths, repeat until panic subsides. Now, step back and re-evaluate. You are describing the agnst of all new nurses. Beginning your career on a busy med-surg tele floor will SEEM...

  25. Nursing School Interview- Please Help!

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

    My nursing school entry depended on 3 factors. 50% GPA, 25% personality test, 25 % on the interview. During the interview, I answered all questions with humility, and stressed that I wanted to...