SororAKS ADN, RN

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    Just whining. Pretty bummed.

    SororAKS replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm so sorry this is happening to you and your husband. I wish there was something I could say that would help. Is there a specific person on the BON that you have to talk to, or could you have an...
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    UDS Collection site issues

    SororAKS replied to SororAKS's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I do think it differs by state. In the program I am in, the lab protocol doesn't allow it. The collection site is the only one that can have the forms. Turns out, I have an option that might be a...
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    Burnt out

    SororAKS replied to Hippy chick's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you need to walk. Or better yet,
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    drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    SororAKS replied to meloo1969's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Definitely get an attorney, preferably someone that specializes in professional licensure issues and isn't from your small town
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    New labor and delivery nurse!! Tips/advice/stories wanted ;)

    SororAKS replied to Jburk1985's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Ask lots of questions, of staff, doctors, residents, anyone that has experience. You could go to continuing education websites and do some CE in your new specialty, go to conferences/seminars, join a...
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    problem with my DON, help!

    SororAKS replied to nurseredd's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Write everything down in a personal record. Keep track of what happened, who said what and did what; what the results were regardless of whether you decide to stay or not. You can use initials of the...
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    drug diversion vs practicing without a license?

    SororAKS replied to meloo1969's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I was in a similar position fifteen years ago. I had been a nurse for 12 years. I was facing a mountain of my own making coming down on my head. At the time, I thought I'd just walk away, stay away,...
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    Phone interview - what to say about why I left my previous job

    SororAKS replied to Recovering_RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm sorry to hear that. Keep your head up, keep looking and let us know how you are doing
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    Are You Cut Out to be an Emergency Department (ED) Nurse?

    SororAKS replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Emergency

    I loved ED. It made me an incredibly versatile nurse that has seen a lot and am able to adjust to almost anything. After a number of years away, I am considering where I want to practice. As much as I...
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    BSN career without RN

    SororAKS replied to Diamondchild's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Do you have a lawyer? I'd hire one if you
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    Just got my TPAPN referral in the mail, scared to death

    SororAKS replied to Ash2213's topic in Nurses Recovery

    It does take a bit of getting used to. I'm in a different state than you, but felt the stress when I saw the monitoring contract, the requirements, and the Participant Handbook that describes all the...
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    Disgusted to say this.. 4 misdemeanors before facing demons

    SororAKS replied to Purple7892's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Not sure what the law is in your state, but is it possible for you to get the convictions
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    Don't like nursing at all, what can I do with my BSN?

    SororAKS replied to lostrnugh's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I felt this way too. I went into Postanesthesia Recovery, which was nice because I could still care for patients but it wasn't the continuous punishment one gets working on a unit like yours. You...
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    Would you leave your current position over scheduling issues?

    SororAKS replied to Butterflyxx0621's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I would leave a position with a lousy schedule. Or work Per
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    So fed up with my coworker

    SororAKS replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes Rainyday, thank you for letting us know and for having enough humility to do so. I for one have seen this kind of thing ruin so much in nursing and it has a dastardly impact all the way down the...
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    Hope and Encourgement :)

    SororAKS replied to PEPPER1's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I have lit a white candle anointed with a special homemade oil for Comfort, for you Asking4help, on my prayer altar. I hope it brings you comfort and
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    Advice regarding TPAPN and the Board

    SororAKS replied to Nurmik5290's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, there is info about EEP on the TPAPN website. I just visited there a few days ago. Good luck and keep us posted on how things
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    Aging Nurses - Where do we go?

    SororAKS replied to TamDar429's topic in General Nursing

    sailor nurse: I used to laugh at the nurses that called themselves Crusty Old Bats. Now I am one, and I love
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    I saw another nurse assault a patient

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

    Report
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    Why don't nurses bond?

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

    It depends on where one works. Some facilities are more welcoming and supportive, others aren't. Some facilities have good management, some don't. The ones which do, usually have a fairly closely knit...
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    So fed up with my coworker

    SororAKS replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes. Which is a great reason for working PRN. Having control over one's life, instead of being controlled and being pissed off about it. No wonder she won't socialize. The hostility and judgment comes...
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    Aging Nurses - Where do we go?

    SororAKS replied to TamDar429's topic in General Nursing

    Been there,done that: You are kewl, and you do rock
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    Naroctics diversion...Am I going to prison? Help

    SororAKS replied to whodatme's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Big Blondie, you are great. I love your
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    Naroctics diversion...Am I going to prison? Help

    SororAKS replied to whodatme's topic in Nurses Recovery

    To whodatme: I recall feeling just like you did in the year 2000. I was sure I was going to prison, that my life was ruined and I had brought shame to myself, my family, and my profession. I wondered...
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    I hate my job/career

    SororAKS replied to MJPN2012's topic in General Nursing

    Indeed Big Blondie! I loved your post in its entirety, but the best parts were not staying in a job you weren't happy in anymore, and considering the many options out there. Yes, first jobs are...