Kittenlove

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1. AIMS

   Kittenlove replied to zark's topic in General Nursing

   IF you are referring to the abnormal involuntary movement screen for patients taking psychotropic medications, the nurse Case Manager ( if trained) or the psych provider fills out the form. I recommend for the provider ( who ever is prescribing th...

2. Perinatal Bereavement?

   Kittenlove replied to Rinehajb's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I worked with hospice that had a perinatal program. The company pretty much had partnership with all the hospitals in the state. We worked from the hospital, on call duties for unexpected loss. Many of the case managers from hospice were recruited to...

3. Nurses with second jobs

   Kittenlove replied to tvbbnumber41's topic in General Nursing

   I have 2 jobs and so does all the other nurses in my team. It really depends on the job/hours. We have the ability to work out our own schedule, just as long as the work gets done, there's no issue.

4. how much do you pay on student loans per month

   Kittenlove replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

   $60 per month for my ADN. My BSN courses and pre med classes are paid without loans.

5. medication errors

   Kittenlove replied to nursingrnb's topic in General Students

   As the previous poster said, I would investigate the student, instructor and the assigned nurse that was on duty to get a clear story. The student will be held accountable no matter what.

6. NP or MD/DO????

   Kittenlove replied to CoeKohawk11's topic in NP Students

   Going into emergency medicine is not hard as what you think. I just completed my forms for medical school. I had to choose the top 3 specialties I wanted to practice. Trauma medicine and emergency medicine were my top. Per my navigator, it will not b...

7. does every rn out there hate their job? sonography/x-ray tech instead?

   Kittenlove replied to Bailando's topic in General Nursing

   I like my job, but it took me several positions to find a good fit. I am even considering picking up a 2nd job (same duties). Great pay, great benefits, great co-workers and flexibility keeps me happy!

8. Zombie Apocalypse: WWND?

   Kittenlove replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

   I like this thread. I have not thought about this scenario before. I asked my husband about it, his response "just kill me!" No survival skills what so ever:no: (and I'm a little concerned:(). I think I will end up being a zombie and be a brain-eate...

9. HELP: How Extensive Are Hiring Background Checks?

   Kittenlove replied to khaleesikitten's topic in General Students

   Hi OP, I just want to let you know that it is possible for your future employers to see ALL of your past employment (the jobs that are connected to your social security number). I did not know this until I started hiring nurses and requesting their b...

10. Working as a CNA as a muslim?

    Kittenlove replied to inshaallahme's topic in General Students

    I absolutely agree. That being said, to provide accommodation for a fellow worker does not mean more work for the other team members. That's why I suggested that the OP speaks to her employer before hand so they can determine if proper accommodation ...

11. LPNs to RN: does your experience count

    Kittenlove replied to shabish's topic in General Nursing

    The area that I live, 2 years experience as a LPN counts as 1 year RN experience (for pay only). But you will still be put through the RN new grad program, just with a higher pay.

12. Working as a CNA as a muslim?

    Kittenlove replied to inshaallahme's topic in General Students

    Walaikum Salam, I am speaking from a managers point. *Yes, you may wear your Hijab, that is not an issue. *I have not seen too many long sleeved scrubs, but you can wear a long sleeve shirt under your scrubs. May sure to get good quality under shir...

13. Let's Share Our Healthy Snacks!!

    Kittenlove replied to brandiep1982's topic in General Students

    My go-to snacks are almonds and fresh fruit. I love berries! Each day I go into work, I bring almonds, fruit (strawberries, raspberry, blueberry and cranberries) water with cucumbers or lemon and sugar free gum. I concentrate better when I chew... I ...

14. Nurses Week

    Kittenlove replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    You are right, Don'tStop! Lets hope the OP has a great celebration. (Never hurts to get the party started early )

15. Nurses Week

    Kittenlove replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is important to show appreciation all year around, but I have planned to celebrate with nurses on my team for this special week. I could not have asked for a better team and I want them to know how much they mean to their patients, the com...