BeenThere2012

BeenThere2012 ASN, RN

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  1. Really bad fever blister. Should I call in?

    BeenThere2012 replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in General Nursing

    She stated she had a "fever blister", common name for HSV. Also, commonly brought on by sun exposure amongst other things. You are correct...I assumed HSV and in light of not knowing for sure, in...

  2. Really bad fever blister. Should I call in?

    BeenThere2012 replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in General Nursing

    When working with immunocompromised patients, or in NICU or L&D, there is risk to the patients. I've been told to wear a mask. You need to talk to your Infection control folks or see if there is...

  3. Falsely accused of med diversion

    BeenThere2012 replied to kindia's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, this sort of thing happens and I know how frustrating it can be. I understand your attempt to be more efficient, and I Know full well how busy it gets having worked on units with...

  4. I can do your job, you can't do mine.

    BeenThere2012 replied to crobson221's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have NEVER refused to help a CNA/Aide. I have helped the front desk and Hhousekeeping at times. It's is very rare that I am not already running around as you described, but when able, I believe we...

  5. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    JA89....Listen to what is said here. Most of us agree and I have 30 plus years of experience and about 20 in Critical Care. This is not on you. Most f us feel you did about everything you could do...

  6. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there. I believe you simply are not responsible for this patient's death. I know this was a huge experience for you and understand why you are haunted by it. The majority of the responses...

  7. The right to an opinion

    BeenThere2012 replied to ElectricCabbage's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry you went through that. My Mother-in-law died of the same. It is a horrible disease and so hard on the family for many

  8. Of course, it's always the nurse's fault.

    BeenThere2012 replied to vbarger28's topic in Patient Safety Issues

  9. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I can't actually say if things changed as I was so poorly informed about the subject of disciplinary actions against Nurses until recently. The legal aspects of nursing were not much talked about...

  10. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You have a beautiful attitude. Just feel that if you have to appeal, that is more money out of your pocket all over again. Still not fair at

  11. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Believe it or not, this is in fact true. Also, it is not only how they handle substance abuse issues, it is how they handle all issues. I was as naive as can be. Also, I couldn't believe the...

  12. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    thank you, so much for

  13. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    One more thing...I am not only talking about situations where recovery is an issue. The charges can be about

  14. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Don't be sorry. It is a very important issue. Money does have a certain influence here re how the CA BRN operates, at least. They are way under staffed/budgeted, and do not spend, in my opinion,...

  15. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm told by credible sources that the only way to end this is to change laws in each state. Something as important as this is over-looked, i.e., our laws that govern health-care providers. It is...

  16. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I totally misspoke here. "paidmydues" said it correctly. The BON's or BRN's can do whatever they like. Nurses need to know this. But like with a lot of others things in life, no one thinks it will...

  17. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I wish all nurses knew how unfair the BRN's can be. I am going to quote an excerpt from an article written by a lawyer I spoke with recently. It was sent to me in print and so I don't know if the...

  18. Can a nurse be Disciplined in every state

    BeenThere2012 replied to ontheupside's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I'm not an expert...disclosure here! Answering based on what I know in my state. Maybe different in other states. Yes. I'm pretty sure a BRN can discipline under the circumstances you describe....

  19. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    "Alarm Fatigue"! That's a biggy also. Please learn from that one

  20. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! You sited several things I thought of also. And so I have to add this...Why didn't the CNA call a code, start CPR, or communicated the urgency? I'm sure OP wouldn't have stopped to look...

  21. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    Reporting yourself to the BRN would not help anything here. As another said, it is up to the manager over you at that time to report you if some wrong-doing had occurred. So, you are not obligated...

  22. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    This is awesome advice and perspective. I hope OP can let your words sink

  23. Dealing with Guilt

    BeenThere2012 replied to JA89's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, it took you a few "extra" minutes to respond by looking at your cell phone. Also, you thought what any reasonable nurse would have thought in that he was likely experiencing another hypoglycemia...

  24. Do you overspend on luxury items as a nurse?

    BeenThere2012 replied to Neywel120's topic in General Nursing

    Over-spending should never be done unless you don't care about your future. Being a nurse has nothing to do with sound money management. I assume you are excited about increasing your salary once...

  25. The right to an opinion

    BeenThere2012 replied to ElectricCabbage's topic in General Nursing

    I hope you don't take my response as a criticism...Just giving another point of view. I'm sure you made good decisions for your loved one. Agree with your point on how the family members are the ones...