skitch885

skitch885 has 5 years experience and specializes in Pulmonary, Med-surg.

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1. How to cope with Hand Psoriasis

   skitch885 replied to Chicklet2's topic in Health, Stress Management

   Goldbong recently released a psoriasis relief hand lotion, I have been using that and having great success. Lowers the recurrence of the plaques and hydrates at the same time. Highly

2. Is it a HIPAA violation?

   skitch885 replied to Stella_Blue's topic in HIPAA Challenges

   You're allowed to say you took care of them. And if she is a staff member, you are discussing a former

3. Withholding bonus due to oustanding medical bills?

   skitch885 posted a topic in General Nursing

   Heres the deal. Our hospital gets TRP , or a bonus each year if we meet performance standards as an organization. I received an email in May stating that I had unpaid medical bills (due to my place...

4. The sloppy image of nurses today

   skitch885 replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   I love how worked up everyone is getting about this thread. Sure the buzz cut and the eye patch may not be any of our business, but there is a way to appear professional and clean without looking like...

5. Can you recommend a medication?

   skitch885 replied to russianbear's topic in Patient Medications

   At my facility, we are SUPPOSED to recommend. part of our communication system includes a recommendation by the nurse. You aren't practicing medicine, but we are also experts. We know the patients...

6. Osteoarthtis

   skitch885 replied to Tenebrae's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   Hey there- I have psoriatic arthritis... Tylenol! 650mg at the beginning of the shift. Also know your limits. Ask for help when lifting. Alternate between sitting and standing. Get extra sleep. I have...