RatherBHiking BSN, RN

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    Working on weekends!

    RatherBHiking replied to PubSub's topic in General Nursing

    Find a hospital that lists positions for weekend nurses because those ones usually have some spots where nurses don’t work weekends. I worked for a year of med-surg on days with no weekends at all....
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    Countdown to Spring Break.....

    RatherBHiking replied to AdobeRN's topic in School

    We get Good Friday and the day after Easter off and get out May 31st. Enjoy your Spring Break whoever gets
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    "You can't fix stupid!"

    RatherBHiking replied to OldDude's topic in School

    I agree, how many have to die before they take this stuff seriously. They aren't realizing how stupid this makes them sound. Have you seen this yet? I love it!...
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    Sick and whiny (long rant, but I'll summarize)

    RatherBHiking replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    You're an adult. You are given sick days as a benefit. Don't feel guilty about using them. If you feel bad enough to the point you don't think you can keep up for 13 hours straight then call off,...
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    please reassure me...

    RatherBHiking replied to jess11RN's topic in School

    Yes I noticed the same thing!! You want me to hold that in my mouth? Oh the horror! Plus the phone, on my gosh say HELLO already! How do you not know this! I understand them not knowing their...
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    Bad week

    RatherBHiking replied to MrNurse(x2)'s topic in School

    It's just part of school nursing I think. However, I have had kids worried that their stomachache is really something major. I see so many kids look relieved when I say oh you're ok, it's nothing...
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    Leaving nursing

    RatherBHiking replied to nay2018's topic in General Nursing

    My first nursing job I worked with 3 nurses who had major issues on nights. They thought it was "funny" to tell me things to do or not do and then watch me get in trouble for it. Once I realized what...
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    Med-Surg Negativity

    RatherBHiking replied to jthoma43's topic in Nursing Career

    My first med-surg was nights. It was less chaotic than days. On days you have three meals, dr rounds, scheduled surgeries, lots of tests, lots more meds, more bathroom trips, baths, more dressing...
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    Vaseline without parental permission?

    RatherBHiking replied to nyy2's topic in School

    Oh good grief. Some people! We have standard orders for Vaseline as needed. We have many kids with very chapped and peeling lips from the cold, dry weather whose parents won't take care of their basic...
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    Clinic Rules

    RatherBHiking replied to Keeperofbandages's topic in School

    My first year here no one used passes and I got tons of visits for lots of little stupid stuff. I implemented a pass policy and gave all the teachers one. I said either a pass or a phone call. If a...
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    Med-Surg Negativity

    RatherBHiking replied to jthoma43's topic in Nursing Career

    I think a lot depends on the place but if you're willing to work hard, listen and learn you will be fine. My second med-surg job I learned SO much and I really liked it. Yes it was busy, challenging,...
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    Do you run any special groups?

    RatherBHiking replied to Jenniferocious's topic in School

    Ok this is me! ? I truly hate staying after school for absolutely anything because I'm not getting paid for it. Not a great attitude but after working hourly, it's hard to get used to not getting paid...
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    MD orders to discontinue...?

    RatherBHiking replied to k1p1ssk's topic in School

    For ADHD meds, I stop when the parent says stop (and document it) but I do ask for a written note "just for my records" and they usually do. Like someone else said, I need their permission to give it...
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    STOP!!!

    RatherBHiking replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    I agree, so annoying. It depends on the kid and the day. Sometimes I also tell the kids, your mom/dad meant for you to try and since you don't have a fever I'm not sending you home. Have a good day!...
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    Feeling discouraged

    RatherBHiking replied to KMRN17's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Well
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    Switch to elementary?

    RatherBHiking replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    Sorry you didn't get the job! Everything happens for a reason. The good news is you won't have to learn all new students, family and staff. You won't have to deal with lice, poop, snot, or bloody...
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    Bring back our childhood diseases!

    RatherBHiking replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Wow so THAT'S the cure for cancer! Who knew!
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    Tips for Returning to Nursing After a Gap

    RatherBHiking replied to Tracy Saunders's topic in Nursing Career

    I found a resume template that highlighted my skills and strengths as opposed to work history although that was on there at the bottom. Since you are currently working you can highlight your skill set...
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    No More TB Tests?

    RatherBHiking replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    We used to do Tb tests on every child in Kg and staff every 2 yrs. Then it was for every new out of state student and staff only when hired. Then it was for every out of country student. Now it's only...
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    Nursing dilemma

    RatherBHiking replied to quittaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Are you asking what you should do? If it were me, I would not want to work six days a week 12 hr shifts. I feel like you would get burnt out a lot quicker that way. Can you not pick up regular...
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    Tips for Returning to Nursing After a Gap

    RatherBHiking replied to Tracy Saunders's topic in Nursing Career

    I took 10 years away from nursing to stay home with my kids. I was able to return to work without a problem. Of course, I live in a rural area with a high demand for nurses so that helped. I...
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    I've had enough.

    RatherBHiking replied to MBar1's topic in General Nursing

    Remember feelings aren't facts. Just because it FEELS like no one cares does NOT mean that is true. People WILL let you down because let's face it, they are human and can't read your mind. You will...
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    Were you a frequent flyer in you’re own school days

    RatherBHiking replied to AzraelAbaddon's topic in School

    Yes I was in grade school. Looking back I think it was due to the fact I was intolerant to the milk because I can remember many many times doubling over in severe pain after lunch. I didn't drink...
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    PARENTS say the darndest things

    RatherBHiking replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Yes this! Or the ones that argue, but they were fine when I dropped them off!!! Ok well I'm not making this up, I have better things to do so come and get them! I had a TEACHER inform ME the flu was...
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    Is it a bad idea to return to the hospital?

    RatherBHiking replied to RatherBHiking's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for all the replies! I think I’ll take the advice to wait until summer if I’m still interested in making a change and trying a prn position. I don’t want to lose a good thing because...