BeenThere2012

BeenThere2012 ASN, RN

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  1. I have no words. I have a thousand words.

    BeenThere2012 replied to anon456's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Beautiful .....ABSOLUTELY,

  2. Have you ever saved someone/medically assisted someone away from work?

    BeenThere2012 replied to briannaflavin's topic in General Nursing

    You have seen a

  3. It's a Stressed Out Job

    BeenThere2012 replied to janemulligan's topic in General Nursing

    It depends upon the union. Just as some hospitals are better to work for than others...the same for

  4. "stop isolating yourself"

    BeenThere2012 replied to strawberryfields's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think this is good

  5. I'm in tears--to accept or decline?

    BeenThere2012 replied to esrun77's topic in General Nursing

    FULLY AGREE!. If for no other reason, it will be a learning experience the OP will gain from whether she goes into teaching or not. "Teaching" can be nursing students, patient and/or staff...

  6. I'm in tears--to accept or decline?

    BeenThere2012 replied to esrun77's topic in General Nursing

    Based upon what you said, it sounds like potential for awesome experience that could go a long way for you when it comes to looking for your first job after graduation, and potentially down the line...

  7. Stupid things that nurses say

    BeenThere2012 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    OH MY GOD...I feel for ya on that

  8. Doctor stole my stethoscope

    BeenThere2012 replied to ayejay09's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Look....I think we know that most of the time when doctors" borrow" stethoscopes that they don't intend to steal them. The point here is that you should try to be more considerate in that this is...

  9. Stupid things that nurses say

    BeenThere2012 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    Well said and thank

  10. Stupid things that nurses say

    BeenThere2012 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    He deserved it! I know, I know...not appropriate, but darned

  11. Stupid things that nurses say

    BeenThere2012 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    Hey! I'm in my fifties and I would have loved it. probably asked you to go

  12. You know you've been a nurse too long when...

    BeenThere2012 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    I can't tell you how many times Ive put RN after my signature...too

  13. You know you've been a nurse too long when...

    BeenThere2012 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    Was thinking this same thing. Changing a friend's baby's

  14. In over my head?

    BeenThere2012 replied to khinlicky's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't have much to add here....everone pretty much said it all and I agree fully. PLEASE do NOT let a mean jerk undermine you. You know who you are. After all you have done and accomplished so...

  15. "stop isolating yourself"

    BeenThere2012 replied to strawberryfields's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I know exactly what you are saying. It does trouble me a bit though. I happen to be a friendly, out-going person, so having "friends" at work hasn't been a big issue for me. I like the pot lucks...

  16. "stop isolating yourself"

    BeenThere2012 replied to strawberryfields's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am not sure if she meant to criticize you or encourage you to "join in". I understand your intentions as you stated them. Unfortunately, some co-workers want "everyone" to be in a group or click....

  17. Pet Peeves with Doctors

    BeenThere2012 posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What drives you crazy or hampers your work when it comes to doctors' behaviors? This certainly is not an urgent issue or one to dwell on, but I just thought it would be fun to hear your stories and...

  18. Pet Peeves with Doctors

    BeenThere2012 replied to BeenThere2012's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Gottcha! I didn't do well in my mind reading class in Nursing

  19. Pyxis error

    BeenThere2012 replied to decarla's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, good point. It seemed it was right away by her post, but maybe

  20. Pyxis error

    BeenThere2012 replied to decarla's topic in General Nursing

    I feel bad for you as well. I have been in a similar situation too. 34 years with a spotless record and then "caboom"...It was one of the worst things I have ever experienced. Please update us as...

  21. Tired of being angry

    BeenThere2012 replied to Rexie's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! Off topic, but what do you do? Would love to be in my jammies at home working!í

  22. Tired of being angry

    BeenThere2012 replied to Rexie's topic in General Nursing

    I do my best to remember the people who really need me and how much I may be able to help them. But, directly, do your best to remember that they are ill...they have big problems...be grateful you...

  23. Omnicell error

    BeenThere2012 replied to whichone'spink's topic in General Nursing

    I completely understand that you are worried. It seems to me though, that you took care of this situation as you should have. First and foremost, write EVERYTHING down that you remember about what...

  24. Anyone Who Says They Don't is Lying: Medication Error

    BeenThere2012 replied to BonnieSc's topic in Patient Medications

    Yes and please be respectful when someone does ask to not be interrupted. I have found some to be irritated when I ask them for this....and yes, I do so politely. The stress we are under make many...

  25. Anyone Who Says They Don't is Lying: Medication Error

    BeenThere2012 replied to BonnieSc's topic in Patient Medications

    Thank-you!