mdsRN2005 ASN, BSN, RN

Member

  • Content

    125

  • Visitors

    2,509

  • Followers

    1

  • Likes

    187

All Content by mdsRN2005

  1. mdsRN2005

    Nurse Accused of Gossiping

    mdsRN2005 replied to abu123's topic in General Nursing

    Fully agree! This would actually encourage OP to stop tho, as opposed to tattling to the manager which just stirs up drama (which may have been the point). Also, did anyone find it ironic that the...
  2. mdsRN2005

    Nursing School Physical

    mdsRN2005 replied to Edeninthetrees's topic in General Students

    Btw when I was in nursing school we had a lady in our class who was 62. Apparently she mentioned to her husband that she wished she'd been a nurse, he said she couldn't do it, and she set out to...
  3. mdsRN2005

    Type and Screen

    mdsRN2005 replied to ShipleyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting article. I would note however that this organization is a membership association and not an accrediting body. As such, hospitals would not be required to follow this groups...
  4. mdsRN2005

    Nursing School Physical

    mdsRN2005 replied to Edeninthetrees's topic in General Students

    It's been a long time but I think mine consisted of the doctor listening to heart and lung sounds, maybe testing reflexes. Very basic. I don't think you have anything to worry about. Congrats on...
  5. mdsRN2005

    Type and Screen

    mdsRN2005 replied to ShipleyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've never heard of this practice but suspect like you that it's a reflex to a fatal error or near miss. I think the better alternative would be what one poster mentioned about having a second nurse...
  6. mdsRN2005

    Raises for RN certifications

    mdsRN2005 replied to ICURN2177's topic in General Nursing

    This is regional. I have my BSN and agree it was informative content. It's also a necessary first step for NP, CRNA, nurse educator, etc. However in many areas of the country (including mine) it...
  7. mdsRN2005

    Rocky Start/Orientation and Nurse Confidence

    mdsRN2005 replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    Very interesting idea! I'd love to read
  8. mdsRN2005

    EMR Passwords

    mdsRN2005 replied to Advocatenursemama's topic in General Nursing

    This is falsification of a medical record which is actionable by the board of nursing , as well as illegal. I'd leave this employer immediately, report to BON, and possibly contact an
  9. mdsRN2005

    Nearly One Third of U.S. Registered Nurses Plan to Quit, According to Survey

    mdsRN2005 replied to Carly Elliott's topic in Nursing News

    I think for many nurses it's not the job itself but the work environment (short staffing, poor unit management, etc). Combined with lack of appreciation, often low pay, and an exhausting schedule...
  10. mdsRN2005

    Rocky Start/Orientation and Nurse Confidence

    mdsRN2005 replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    Before you abandon ship from nursing altogether, consider other specialties that might be a good fit. I personally think you'll be stressed in any inpatient position due to the chronic understaffing...
  11. mdsRN2005

    Job options after MSN admin

    mdsRN2005 posted a topic in Nursing Career

    For those that have completed a MSN in nursing administration/leadership, how hard was it to find a job after completion? Did you have to change facilities or move? Also does anyone have a nursing...
  12. mdsRN2005

    Nurses Flocking Back to Hospitals

    mdsRN2005 replied to chare's topic in Nursing News

    And the poor quality in healthcare will continue until this is remedied. Along with the high turnover, as no one can tolerate working in these conditions long
  13. mdsRN2005

    I Feel Stuck - Like My Options Are Limited

    mdsRN2005 replied to Ashleynurse101's topic in General Nursing

    I noticed that too. Ashley, are you just looking to vent? (which we all need from time to time!) If not, I'm curious why every idea is an automatic no. I understand some of the suggestions are not...
  14. mdsRN2005

    I Feel Stuck - Like My Options Are Limited

    mdsRN2005 replied to Ashleynurse101's topic in General Nursing

    If the remote jobs have a one hour lunch break, you can schedule your break for whatever time the test is. This may be your best bet right now. Not only would you not have to move, but working from...
  15. mdsRN2005

    I Feel Stuck - Like My Options Are Limited

    mdsRN2005 replied to Ashleynurse101's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the other poster about staying at your current job til after maternity leave, which it sounds like you were planning to do anyway. I do sympathize with your predicament being unable to...
  16. mdsRN2005

    Hemolyzed Tubes - scientific question

    mdsRN2005 replied to phoebe2020's topic in General Nursing

    CBC results are not affected by hemolysis so they can usually run it regardless. In a BMP the potassium will be falsely elevated so they usually won't run the panel. However there are other tests...
  17. mdsRN2005

    Clinically Inexperienced Manager

    mdsRN2005 replied to ChaosCoordinatorRN's topic in General Nursing

    The fact that they expect the manager to regularly function as charge nurse so that the charge nurse can take patient assignments sounds like they are OK with being chronically short staffed. This...
  18. mdsRN2005

    Should RaDonda Vaught Have Her Nursing License Reinstated?

    mdsRN2005 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with many previous points, including the fact that there is no excuse for Radonda ignoring the basic 5 rights of medication admin. However, I also agree with many other previous points...
  19. mdsRN2005

    NGT Inserted Into Lung

    mdsRN2005 replied to MomRn3's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. And you should be proud of yourself for recognizing this and correcting it so quickly, thereby preventing injury to your patient! As to how to prevent this happening again, I...
  20. mdsRN2005

    Should I withdraw from CRNA school?

    mdsRN2005 replied to CVICURN2021's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I completely agree with this! While it may be the case that you can absolutely do this job and love it but just need to stick it out a while, it could also be that this is not for you. I think...
  21. mdsRN2005

    Clinically Inexperienced Manager

    mdsRN2005 replied to ChaosCoordinatorRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think clinical experience should absolutely be required but as to whether it relates to that specialty may depend on the specialty in question and the manager's clinical experience. For example, I...
  22. mdsRN2005

    Why Hospitals Don't Value Nurses: A Nurse's Perspective

    mdsRN2005 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, that mindset is a perfect example of the old adage "penny wise, pound
  23. mdsRN2005

    Why Hospitals Don't Value Nurses: A Nurse's Perspective

    mdsRN2005 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Wow this is sadly true on so many levels. And unfortunately so is the comment about billing separately and seeing nurses as part of the room charge. I have a unique perspective on this having...
  24. mdsRN2005

    New Grad Orientation Doesn't Feel Safe or Supportive

    mdsRN2005 replied to Camillus_Was_a_Murse's topic in General Nursing

    First of all congrats on graduating nursing school and passing NCLEX! That is truly an accomplishment, be proud of yourself! Secondly as others have mentioned, if you are having SI, please get help...
  25. mdsRN2005

    Leaving Bedside

    mdsRN2005 replied to Nora Joyce's topic in General Nursing

    I can relate, after years away from the hospital it is very hard to go back, especially to an environment like ICU! Listen to what you know in your gut. I know many will say just go part time or...