RatherBHiking BSN, RN

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    charting in computors or paper files?

    RatherBHiking replied to Lucy776's topic in School

    We still use paper and hand write everything out which is time consuming. We do have a computer system which we could use but it's very limited, constantly crashes, and our subs wouldn't be able to...
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    Do you do "formal" teaching?

    RatherBHiking replied to CampNurse10's topic in School

    Massmagic, Thank you for your reply and advice! That's good to know from someone who has done both! I know I'll never miss those frequent whiners trying to go home all day long. I feel like half my...
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    Do you do "formal" teaching?

    RatherBHiking replied to CampNurse10's topic in School

    So Massmagic, which job did you enjoy more if you only had to do one? Just curious. I'm sure it was a load of extra stress having to do that on top of school nursing duties! I can't believe they...
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    Do you do "formal" teaching?

    RatherBHiking replied to CampNurse10's topic in School

    I've taught puberty, hygeine, dental health, nutrition, and hand washing classes to whichever teachers want me to. I enjoy teaching and interacting with the kids that way but it always makes me...
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    Any student that you just don't like?

    RatherBHiking replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    Oh gosh yes! One year this girl would come in every day to take her medicine and thought it would be fun to play hide n seek every.single.day!! I wouldn't even play along or look for her because she...
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    School nurses and other RNs not supportive of decision to send their child home

    RatherBHiking replied to rollernurse365's topic in School

    Wow-such class! Esp the Facebook part. Poor her-having to pick up her kid. I just love when parents do that. As if we're lying because we want to have to take the time to call someone and wait for...
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    Help what would you do?

    RatherBHiking replied to Lucy776's topic in School

    Yes you're health insurance right now is crappy! School districts usually have much better insurance. Even though the school day is only 6 hrs, we are required to work 8 hrs. There's always that lag...
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    Hospitals Firing Seasoned Nurses: Nurses FIGHT Back!

    RatherBHiking replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    Very good article and unfortunately very spot on! I actually liked working in the hospital and at the bedside but ultimately left each time due to all these reasons. I was afraid of being held liable...
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    Which job would be less stressful?

    RatherBHiking posted a topic in School

    I'm a school nurse with an opportunity to possibly teach older high school students wanting to career track into the medical field. They need an RN but it wouldn't be totally like teaching nursing....
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    Which job would be less stressful?

    RatherBHiking replied to RatherBHiking's topic in School

    Oh how funny, I posted that under my old profile which is saved on my desk computer. I had to make a new profile for my iPad because I can't remember my password and it will only send an email to...
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    Decision help, PRN vs PT

    RatherBHiking replied to kitkatsmom's topic in General Nursing

    $10/hr paycut is a lot and they can still call you off if census is low depending on unit. If you can afford it and can handle working more weekends a month then do it but I kind of agree that you...
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    Which job would be less stressful?

    RatherBHiking replied to RatherBHiking's topic in School

    Good questions! It will be at a totally different school like a vocational school and I will have to get my teacher certificate through a program they recommend that's not too difficult from what I've...
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    Which job would be less stressful?

    RatherBHiking replied to RatherBHiking's topic in School

    Yes the hours are the same so I wouldn't be able to sub at all. There's no guarantee I would be able to transition back which is why this is a big decision for me. I've left school nursing a couple of...
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    Student Health Info..how much do you know?

    RatherBHiking replied to NanaPoo's topic in School

    Our school does not REQUIRE medication info but we do have a section on their health card where we request it. I agree it's helpful to know. Some parents do fill it out and some don't even if the...
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    What NON Nursing jobs are you "expected" to do?

    RatherBHiking replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Our contract says that too! It's not that big of deal to me. I always do my nursing job first and if one of those silly jobs pop up and I'm dealing with a real nursing issue I just say I can't mess...
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    Prinicipal Micromanaging

    RatherBHiking replied to RNqueens's topic in School

    You're principal sounds like many doctors I've worked with and all the more reason for getting away from the hospital. Then to go to a school with a principal like that! It sounds like your principal...
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    Head Lice!

    RatherBHiking replied to SnowyJ's topic in School

    Yep, same here. Parents get mad and demand class check and 9 out of 10 times no one else has it so I try to avoid doing them. The problem is the same families get it over and over because they don't...
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    What NON Nursing jobs are you "expected" to do?

    RatherBHiking replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Yes, I've had to do all the above the other schools nurses have mentioned-can totally relate! I regularly get asked to pull teeth as well or fix braces as if I'm also a dentist. One school I cover for...
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    Are the name brand designer scrubs worth it?

    RatherBHiking posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    is it worth buying the more expensive brands in terms of comfort, fading, shrinkage, etc or are you paying more for just the
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    Becoming a Working Nurse Mom

    RatherBHiking replied to NatalieBridges's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you know what you want. I did too. Until I had my baby. Nothing prepared me for the strong attachment I'd feel and the fact I no longer cared about work at all. It paled compared to my...
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    Do you look foward to go to work and if so what position and why?

    RatherBHiking posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is it even normal to be excited to go to work or is that asking to much? I've usually dreaded or been half scared going to work and now I'm in a position where I'm not dreading or scared but I'm sure...
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    Tips for a New RN who starts soon !:)

    RatherBHiking replied to mickeyrose912's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Not to be the naysayer here but just be forewarned, since all the nurses are old hats at this there may be times someone will get impatient with you for not knowing something or not doing something...
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    non hospital nursing

    RatherBHiking replied to luvly189's topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering the same thing about trying out other positions in the hospital system. Now that you have a year's experience there are so many different possibilities for you. Also, a different...
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    High school nurses

    RatherBHiking posted a topic in School

    I've only worked in elementary and middle schools. I was wondering how the high school population compares. Do you have lots of frequent fliers? Are the kids trying to get out of class/school as much?...
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    Are the name brand designer scrubs worth it?

    RatherBHiking replied to RatherBHiking's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Ok then I will start investing in some-thanks!