BeenThere2012

BeenThere2012 ASN, RN

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  1. Will I ever get another job?

    BeenThere2012 replied to amaryllis135's topic in Nurses Recovery

    In CA, been looking for 7 months. I've interviewed 4 times..all wanted to hire me and one even gave me an offer but then recinded. It's been hell. Good luck to

  2. Finished probation today!!!!

    BeenThere2012 replied to paidmydues's topic in Nurses Recovery

    congratulations! I can only imagine how good you must feel. I just got placed on probation and have had a horrible time. I'm in CA. Any advice on where to find work? I haven't had any luck and Im...

  3. Finished probation today!!!!

    BeenThere2012 replied to paidmydues's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Rosa09...Im on probation now also. In CA. Not drug related or crime related. An error in administering a medication. Came down very harsh. Cannot find anyone to hire me. Any

  4. Seeking real assistance here

    BeenThere2012 replied to EstrellaAzul's topic in Nursing Career

    Under the circumstances, I would simply say you had some health issues that are now under control.Never lie, and try to avoid bad talking a previous employer. See if it is possible to get leters of...

  5. Worst/Best thing a nursing instructor ever said to you?

    BeenThere2012 replied to CryandNurseOn's topic in General Nursing

    Although, there still are some out there. The younger Residents can be awesome. Often appreciate what they learn from us and how we support

  6. bridge the gap: Article Hospitals must educate nurses about health care costs

    BeenThere2012 replied to Natasha A.'s topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Instead of demeaning us for our impressions on how things work, why not explain a bit here and there as you gave the example of tax breaks and capital improvements. None of us wants to think this...

  7. bridge the gap: Article Hospitals must educate nurses about health care costs

    BeenThere2012 replied to Natasha A.'s topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm jumping in here to say: I have been a nurse more than 30 years in all sorts of settings from large teaching medical centers, non-profit religious affiliated and of course, corporate for profit...

  8. bridge the gap: Article Hospitals must educate nurses about health care costs

    BeenThere2012 replied to Natasha A.'s topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I agree 100% on your points..esp. Regarding that the cost savings do not trickle down. I laughed at that

  9. Should I even bother???

    BeenThere2012 replied to merchan5967's topic in Nursing Career

    Also, you will be 35 whether you go to school or not! Might as well be 35 AND have a useful degree.í

  10. Should I even bother???

    BeenThere2012 replied to merchan5967's topic in Nursing Career

    In 30 plus years, I have seen multiple cycles where there are few jobs available to nursing shortages where you have your pick of where to work. I know there are plenty of jobs for nurses, all sorts...

  11. Careers other than Nursing?

    BeenThere2012 replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, you are correct. The only math you really need is basic algebra and statistics if you go for the BSN. Good

  12. Please help!

    BeenThere2012 replied to Kylet1990's topic in Nursing Career

    Having a family member or friends for that matter who have done the work you are looking into is an excellent support system for you. Your uncle will the know the reality of the work in addition to...

  13. Preparing for travel in CA

    BeenThere2012 replied to Dassit82's topic in Travel

    I know you asked Argo, but I thought Id throw my 2 cents in...! I have had several contract/travel positions over the years... As far as schedules go, most Travel companies contract for 12 hr shifts....

  14. Is this normal orientation for ICU??

    BeenThere2012 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in Critical Care

    Good

  15. What do you hate most about your job?

    BeenThere2012 replied to PancakeSaturdays's topic in General Nursing

    Oh one more thing...It keeps happening and is such a common problem because we nurses manage to step up and make it work, somehow, some way. Patients don't complain about the care because often (not...

  16. What do you hate most about your job?

    BeenThere2012 replied to PancakeSaturdays's topic in General Nursing

    The only explanation I can think of is money! I was once told that nursing is the highest expense in a hospital. When they cut back on staff, the hospital (clinic, staffing company etc..) save a...

  17. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    BeenThere2012 replied to RNexplorer's topic in General Nursing

    Couldn't have said the better

  18. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    BeenThere2012 replied to RNexplorer's topic in General Nursing

    I understand the overwhelmed feelings she had and to look up so many details in that type of situation is unrealistic...especially if the references are not easy to find. Your points are all...

  19. Anyone catch HIV from patients as a Nurse or Nursing student? My biggest fear!

    BeenThere2012 replied to FutureLPNNursing's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I have had many exposures over the years...some with HIV and Hepatitis. When I started, we didn't even use gloves, and I started before Hiv. I had direct blood to eye exposure and several needle...

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

    BeenThere2012 replied to vbarger28's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I would want to, but only if you have permission from the patient and they are not a " hard draw". Otherwise, hemolyzed is hemolyzed and the same sample should not have been

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

    BeenThere2012 replied to vbarger28's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Not all places do hybrid charting. We had to go cold turkey. Also, it doesn't make sense that the doctors did not have to use the system. That is the whole point of computerized charting...that all...

  22. Not abusing, medicating

    BeenThere2012 replied to Colpn71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Yes, but that would have had to be in her contract agreement. If not, then I think she has a case. At least in terms of not being prosecuted for theft of a

  23. Not abusing, medicating

    BeenThere2012 replied to Colpn71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I agree with this advice. Definitely speak with an attorney. Something is missing in terms of your rights. Look through your paperwork in case you did receive the order and if not, by all means,...

  24. Preparing for travel in CA

    BeenThere2012 replied to Dassit82's topic in Travel

    Agree with above. My experience is also that it is the individual recruitor that makes a difference, not so much the company. Having said that, some have better pay scales and more benefits/bonuses...

  25. Is this normal orientation for ICU??

    BeenThere2012 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in Critical Care

    Agree this is a more usual and more realistic