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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

  16. Doing bad in nursing school?

    been there,done it replied to studentnurse245's topic in General Students

    Grades do not mean squat in the real world of nursing. Common sense and compassion are the real tools you will need. That being said, of course you need to pass! Get a tutor , stat. You've come to...

  17. I HATE bedside nursing

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

    Start your search now. The act of actively job hunting will help your morale. It can take a long time to find another, more suitable position. Especially during the holidays. Good luck! Let us know...

  18. IV pushes

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

    Slamming is not acceptable practice. Does this nurse work in an ER? Some ER nurses feel this is the ONLY way to go. Please discuss this with your pharmacy and nursing education department. I would...

  19. Advice on Job Situation

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

    This is about YOU and your career. If you are that unhappy in your current position..... move on. Who, exactly, is going to view you as a "job hopper"? The new facility will either interview you ,...

  20. Atheist at Catholic hospital

    been there,done it replied to kaydensmom01's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Orientation is not the same as the every day nursing experience. Your best response to the religious mumbo- jumbo is a nod and a smile... the same as the response to the corporate mumbo-

  21. Don't think my marriage will survive night shift

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

    It doesn't really matter what shift you work. The inconsiderate jerk you are married to will be an inconsiderate jerk no matter what time of day it is. ( bet he will spend those big bucks you will...

  22. Stethoscope

    been there,done it replied to JakeyBro's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Stethoscopes are virtually all the same to me. I use the one that most hospitals provide. Don't spend much... I promise you it will walk

  23. So disappointed in hospital RNs and MDs

    been there,done it replied to carachel2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Percussion.... ain't nobody got time for that. However I have auscultated many pleural effusions.. they have a distinctive

  24. So disappointed in hospital RNs and MDs

    been there,done it replied to carachel2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Spot on Grn Tea. In my current position, I screen criteria for payment for hospital admission. When Syncope is the dx... if no orthostatic reading is done .. the admission is DENIED. The...

  25. So disappointed in hospital RNs and MDs

    been there,done it replied to carachel2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    In my 30 years of floor nursing experience... I have seen this over and over again. After all.. if it's charted.. it's done. The physician and the nurse are now covered.Even IF IT WAS NOT DONE. My...