needlesmcgeeRN ASN, RN

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    What happened to the "Emergency" in "Emergency Room?"

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to Emergency.RN's topic in Emergency

    The PCPs I work with have slots on their schedules for same-day appointments...but when this isn't an option for you, the next stop should be Urgent Care or After-hours clinics. We send out letters to...
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    Pressure ulcers in "sensitive" areas?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to ceebeeRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    So, I am confused, as Dakin's (or a diluted sodium hypochlorite) is a topical
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    I don't know what to think.

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to mom_coach_nurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know I'm late to the game but CONGRATS!!!
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    Hey nurses!!! WE ARE PEOPLE TOO!

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to AspiringNurse23's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP - You have A LOT of learning and growing up to do. You're not ready to handle the responsibility that comes with being a
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    Other forums on here

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    I don't like that it can't be accessed from the
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    What are the rules of what we can tell patients?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to NursingInChaos's topic in General Nursing

    What about an abnormal A1C result? I'm to be doing diabetic patient education, does the doctor need to discuss the results and implications
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    C diff in the home

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to Nurse Leigh's topic in Home Health

    Cavicide - are those the wipes you're not supposed to use
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    Gifts from students

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to pistolchick's topic in School

    You have a nearby Zaxby's!? Lucky
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    How much do you really make?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to AnnaK12's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a newer nurse and I make 47000.00 before taxes. Which isn't a lot, but I'm not doing bedside/hands-on nursing, so I think it's decent enough to start out. One of my friends also works for the same...
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    Annoying CNA

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to Bellaxx392's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Not really best practice to address something like this while the nurse is doing med
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    Do pharma reps target you??

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to alfredlikes's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yup. At least 3 meals (breakfast/lunch) a week (out of 5 days), if not more. The providers I work with don't seem to mind. ETA - We are a mixed practice/MDs and NPs, and they'll talk to the office...
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    do schools do random drug tests?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to alinkastar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, be prepared to back the results up with a valid
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    A slower paced unit

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to avery1020's topic in Rehabilitation

    We had a clinical rotation in IP Rehab. I really enjoyed it, and applied following graduation, but I've been spoiled by not working holidays, so I decided to pass on the
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    help! please! GRIEVANCE LETTER/APPEALS PROCESS

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to nursingSTU123's topic in General Students

    Guess what's NOT part of the NCLEX? Rounding and
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    lasix not given..

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to acts456's topic in Patient Medications

    OP, why are you not responding to any of the questions others have asked?Several doctors have declined to increase the Lasix, you think maybe there is a reason for
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    New Psych RN - ADVICE NEEDED

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to NMorrisRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Out of curiosity, did you not have a Psych clinical
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    Never wanna take students again.

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What a shame. I have to say, I thoroughly enjoyed my clinical rotations with two amazing school
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    Where did you start working right after getting your RN license?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in General Nursing

    Anyone who says SNFs are "not challenging enough" have clearly not set foot inside one recently.
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    You think your job is done, but wait, do you remember to pray?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to chadvena's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I am not Christian, however I no problem praying with/for a patient. I find it comforting that you did this for her, and would also find it comforting if you did so for one of my family members (who...
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    Care Plan ideas for quarterly visits

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to vickidt's topic in Case Management

    Who are you case managing for? The
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    Is it ok to ask salary??

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to Julissar04's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly why I didn't take my employer up on their inquiry of whether I was open to discussion or if my decision was firm. Of course, I would love to stay at my current job and make as much as I have...
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    I don't know what to think.

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to mom_coach_nurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had zero dosage calc questions on my NCLEX, shut off at
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    Student Nurse PCT only for BSN students?

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to Xlorgguss's topic in General Students

    Perhaps the place you applied only hires RN-BSN's, which is why they want the positions filled by RN-BSN
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    lpn salary in Michigan

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to jazzlashawn92's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Really? How much do RNs make in your
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    ethical dilema

    needlesmcgeeRN replied to badcompany's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You have "nothing" to do? Do you not have Tx? Lab prep? How many residents? Are they all low acuity?! I started in LTC and my fellow nurses and I barely had time to sit for charting. On THIRD shift,...