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  1. How far to push a high profile reference.

    guest940422 replied to guest940422's topic in Nursing Career

    That never occured to me, I've seen a lot of good qualified nurses never get their apps seen by managers because of HR. I also figured there was some algorithm in play since I got the "no thank you"...

  2. Mandatory Vaccine Waiver in Nursing School/Clinicals

    guest940422 replied to firecracker_1's topic in General Students

    I've never heard of being able to opt out of mandatory vaccinations for any reason other than an allergy. Even when you are working the only time you can opt out is for the flu vaccine, but you are...

  3. HIPPA violation if the patient isn't in your facility?

    guest940422 replied to MoonlightRose's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    If you're not sure just call it a HIPPA violation.... not worth

  4. Intrusive application questions!

    guest940422 replied to Scorchednurse's topic in Nursing Career

    I had someone ask me in an interview how many times I called in sick last year and if I had ever been on FMLA... I shook their hands on the spot, thanked them for the interview, and excused myself. I...

  5. Fall 2018 Lone Star Hopefuls

    guest940422 replied to erivee's topic in School, College Programs

    Any volunteer experience looks good on your resume. They want to see longevity and consistent participation in the organization (showing up every now and then won't help you). They want to see...

  6. Are Termed Contracts Becoming a Trend?

    guest940422 posted a topic in Travel

    I've been a PICU nurse for over 10 years. I have worked in some of the sickest hospitals in the country and I am very confident in my skills. I also take criticism well and know how to use feedback to...

  7. Are Termed Contracts Becoming a Trend?

    guest940422 replied to guest940422's topic in Travel

    It depends on the hospital. My last one gave us a corrective action chain in orientation and according to it I should have received counseling and been re-educated for the problems they had with me....

  8. This is a new one

    guest940422 replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    One day I am going to snap and look someone in the eyes with a straight face while I calmly explain to them how my dog's shots are up to date. Therefore, I take better care of my poodle than they do...

  9. State boards and ethical behavior

    guest940422 replied to NurseDuright's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Really, each board is different. I've seen nurses have their licenses put on probation for things they posted on social media if they also include they are an RN in more conservative states. I went to...

  10. When to use a filter for PIV infusion

    guest940422 replied to SnickerDoodle_RN's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    She could just be old school, my first job required filters on all IV lines unless contraindicated (albumin, lipids) in case of an undiagnosed cardiac issue. No one could even tell me the reason for...

  11. Second Victims - the Nurse that Makes a Mistake

    guest940422 replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    I have been a nurse for 10 years. I love nursing and I love patient care. I started my career really early and I feel like minor errors made at 21 were forgiven easier as long as I took responsibility...

  12. Proper way to list credentials?

    guest940422 replied to Brahma10's topic in General Nursing

    I sign everything at work RN, in the clinical setting I feel like that is all that matters and I sign my name too much to throw in extra letters (or at least I did before electronic charting) on my...

  13. Bullying, Evidence Based Practice #Magnet

    guest940422 replied to traumaRUs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So what happens when the institution is the bully? On my first day at my last travel assignment I was given a beautiful algorithm showing the pathways taken to determine if an action merited...

  14. Are Termed Contracts Becoming a Trend?

    guest940422 replied to guest940422's topic in Travel

    Thanks that's actually really helpful, I did get references from both positions. The contracts didn't last long. Maybe I just made bad first impressions and didn't seem approachable for anyone to...

  15. Are Termed Contracts Becoming a Trend?

    guest940422 replied to guest940422's topic in Travel

    So does this count towards the "have you ever been terminated from a job" question in your application? I don't know how to explain 2 back to back contracts lasting less than a month, but i doubt any...

  16. Are Termed Contracts Becoming a Trend?

    guest940422 replied to guest940422's topic in Travel

    It's making me think long and hard about if I even want to be a nurse anymore. I was accused of flat out lies, one of which is a board reportable offence. I don't think they really appreciate the...

  17. Relocating to San Antonio

    guest940422 replied to Stevie BSN, RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    I don't know much about the pay. My sister lives in SA and is always trying to get me to move there. They have a new children's hospital that is supposed to be offering bonuses for experienced nurses...

  18. Working in Ca, living in another state

    guest940422 replied to friendlykeano's topic in California Nursing

    I have known travelers to do this for short term strikes that paid really well, but you get travel reimbursement and non-taxed per-diem. You'll be paying California taxes on your whole salary even...

  19. New RN, leaving after 6 months unprofessional?

    guest940422 replied to RubyRubyRuby's topic in General Nursing

    You are right I should have been more specific, I have been to many units who were thrilled to have me and treated me great. Likewise, I have been a staff nurse giving warm welcomes to travelers....

  20. My first bad revew

    guest940422 posted a topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I'm a traveler with 10 years of PICU experience in some of the highest acuity hospitals in the country. I have NEVER had an assignment were I was not offered a permanent position or an extension. I...

  21. NEW RN: Need recommendations

    guest940422 replied to Emilyyredd's topic in Critical Care

    Even if you aren't taking ACLS or ABLS yet, get the books and start studying. They are really good references and will help you with decision making. Fast Facts saved my butt more times than I can...

  22. Frustrating... ED is Not Critical Care

    guest940422 replied to bgxyrnf's topic in Emergency

    ED nursing isn't considered Critical Care? You have got to be kidding me! As a Critical Care nurse that is embarrassing. Aside from the traumas or transfers who come directly to the floor, ED nurses...

  23. Forced to get flu shot or wear a mask

    guest940422 replied to nurse0614's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen GB syndrome once in 10 years on pediatric ICU nursing. That child walked out of the hospital when it was all over. I can't count (more than 20-30 maybe) the number of infants or...

  24. Told to fake vital signs

    guest940422 replied to gypsierose's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I would take a manual heart rate, and respiratory rate by counting. A temp if you have one, and document "unable to assess RN notified" in the blank spaces. Falsifying documentation is a board...

  25. What is the grossest thing that's happened to you???

    guest940422 replied to PrincessAlexis's topic in General Nursing

    Girl ALWAYS fart in the patient room so you can blame it on them