SororAKS ADN, RN

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    Coworker conflict

    SororAKS replied to Lena23's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of good suggestions here. I've been there, and realize how hard it is to be the new one. I'd say just continue to be professional in your demeanor, follow procedures, give outstanding patient...
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    I was a cam model. Can I still be a nurse?

    SororAKS replied to RaggedyAm's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    *There you go* Good luck to
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    Drug testing (before/during/after application?)

    SororAKS replied to futurenurse_16's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. Usually you will have complete instructions given to
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    Introduction post!!!

    SororAKS replied to thisismyname's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I did as much as I could to eliminate sources of alcohol like hand sanitizer, even deodorant and toothpaste have alcohol so I had to change brands of those. I did go through a brief period where I was...
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    Night shift RN's :Do you eat in the morning after your shift?

    SororAKS replied to DesertSky's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I used to eat a light meal after arriving home, because I was usually hungry. Having to wolf a meal down in a too short break at work meant I never had time to really enjoy a meal. I eat slowly, and...
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    Negative Post on Facebook About New Nurses - I'm Fired Up!

    SororAKS replied to DisneyNurseGal's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think there are far better and less corrosive ways to deal with this. NOT social media. I don't think it has a thing to do with whether one is a novice or experienced nurse. Lack of attention and...
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    Anyone familiar with prescription monitoring?

    SororAKS replied to RNismydream's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Most monitoring contracts that I am aware of require prescription monitoring. With the information you posted, it doesn't sound like anything unusual, and usually if there are issues the BON lets you...
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    UDS Collection site issues

    SororAKS posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    Today I checked in and was selected to test. I went to my preferred (and only one available to me) site to do this. I had a previous test there on 10/29/15 with no big issues. Not so today. I ended up...
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    UDS Collection site issues

    SororAKS replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    There are
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    Just whining. Pretty bummed.

    SororAKS replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm so pleased and happy for you!!!!! Start planning to have a wonderful trip!
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    IPN issues- 2015

    SororAKS replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Luckily in my state, it specifically states that if you have an expunged criminal conviction, you are not obligated to reveal it. Just make sure you have the court paperwork to back it up with. You...
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    Even the Stoic Have a Breaking Point

    SororAKS replied to Rose_Queen's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for being there for that family. I have witnessed similar, was also on CISD team for a bit. I'm a big proponent of both them and a good pastoral care department. (((Hug))) We must cry...
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    Do I answer "YES," I have used drugs on my state license application? (Pennsylvania)

    SororAKS replied to zephyr9's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'd retain an attorney that deals with these professional licensure issues. It is always best to be honest about questions asked on BON applications and
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    Merry Christmas, Little Angel

    SororAKS replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    That's Awesome! You made my day with
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    ER nurses - what stethoscope do you use?

    SororAKS replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Emergency

    I had a Master Cardiology that I used until it wore out (tubing broke). I now have a Cardiology III. I wouldn't purchase anything
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    Calling in for death of a loved one.

    SororAKS replied to MJPN2012's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You just had a death in the family. Call off. Their staffing issues are not your
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    Co-workers mad that you're going to school

    SororAKS replied to futurearmynurse25's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sounds like jealousy to me. Ultimately, you will have to look out for you. I can't imagine having the opportunity to do something like further my education, then decide that someone else's opinion...
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    Calling in sick, boss harassing me.

    SororAKS replied to swweetipie's topic in General Nursing

    I'd tell as little as possible, and then talk to HR. Review your facility policy and stick to it. Don't let anybody bully or guilt you into telling more than you are comfortable with. You were treated...
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    MD RN in recovery :-)

    SororAKS replied to Maria425's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It's ok. We all cry
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    Getting BSN while "Encumbered"

    SororAKS replied to harleyrider911's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You might try Michigan
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    MD RN in recovery :-)

    SororAKS replied to Maria425's topic in Nurses Recovery

    The requirements are daunting, yes, but you have a supportive employment situation which makes it a lot easier. For me, once I got a good understanding of the requirements and had made changes to my...
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    Brand new to this

    SororAKS replied to StillRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It took me a while to admit that I was an addict. Yet, I took pills from my employers. I went way beyond the point where it could be dismissed as discrepancies. It took a while for me to really see,...
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    drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    SororAKS replied to meloo1969's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Anything is possible, but I doubt it. These things take time, police offices and government departments just don't move
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    Acceptance revisited

    SororAKS replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thank you for sharing, so much good stuff in here! Great job in getting through situations that are challenging, and doing it sober. Stopping the use of alcohol or drugs is just the beginning. We have...
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    Got a job in Home Health

    SororAKS replied to Recovering_RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I was an ER nurse as well. To be quite honest I don't want to go back there, unless it is as an educator. Things are very different these days. I would like to use my ER experience, but don't need the...