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    ACTH test consent needed?

    2BS Nurse replied to SVO3333's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    We have to obtain a prior authorization for this test. I would worry that the patient would complain about payment later
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    The Evolution of Diabetes

    2BS Nurse replied to dianeroseg's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    I LOVE this advice! I've made a rule for myself... I don't participate in the unit parties and pot lucks. It's hard to resist all of the cream cheese dips, chips and sweets once you start eating....
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    ACTH test consent needed?

    2BS Nurse replied to SVO3333's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    We send ours to IV therapy for this test, however, I cannot do anything without a provider present. If my own provider is out, the clinic would need another provider to cover in case of an allergic...
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    Nurses are Pushed to the Brink

    2BS Nurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I realize that family members are prohibited from coming into the hospitals, but so many have already had Covid. With so much community spread, is it time to require a family member (previously proven...
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    How much should I ask for?

    2BS Nurse replied to lizet4455RN's topic in General Nursing

    Most nursing supervisors I know are salaried and they end up making less hourly than they did as a floor nurse or charge nurse. The only perk is taking vacation days pretty much whenever they want
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    Working short

    2BS Nurse replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    Y'all are reminding me why I never wanted to work
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    OMG, I cannot believe what I did. What I should do now!

    2BS Nurse replied to SoNan's topic in General Nursing

    Most importantly... you actually have a conscience and you've learned from your mistake. I applaud you for that! I know too many nurses who just don't
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    BEDSIDE...run, don't walk!

    2BS Nurse replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    Stay at the bedside for a while. They need RNs who actually love
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    Are there any certifications I can take to increase my salary??

    2BS Nurse replied to Hcc19's topic in General Nursing

    If I could have found a "great hospital" in my area. I may have considered inpatient after graduation. Where do you find those? Do they still
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    Are there any certifications I can take to increase my salary??

    2BS Nurse replied to Hcc19's topic in General Nursing

    Good for you! That is very
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    Pediatric vaccine gone wrong

    2BS Nurse replied to Kazed's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, papoose only for suturing if absolutely necessary. Don't get too discouraged. We learn from these types of scenarios. The photo example above is a good one. It sounds like this patient is an...
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    WGU RN to BSN

    2BS Nurse replied to Flightmed123's topic in School, College Programs

    I wish I could tell you the answer to that. Maybe you should call Mayo. I have seen posts from nurses who have gone on to become NPs after graduating from
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    WGU RN to BSN

    2BS Nurse replied to Flightmed123's topic in School, College Programs

    Most classes have one final exam. There are several papers to write, but some are short. You will also have to submit a video and complete some simulations. Overall, it wasn't too
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    WGU RN to BSN

    2BS Nurse replied to Flightmed123's topic in School, College Programs

    The classes have online learning modules. Some have an online textbook. You either take an objective assessment (OA) or write a paper(s) or a combination of the two. One class required a video head to...
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    Influenza and COVID-19: The Twindemic

    2BS Nurse replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I'm not sure why everyone tries to make appts for influenza injections? There are flu clinics and you can walk into a pharmacy for an injection. The pharmacies are
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    RN's required to be sitters???

    2BS Nurse replied to anneRN96's topic in General Nursing

    So much for wanting us to work at the top of our
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    Bad signs? New department

    2BS Nurse replied to ApplePineApple's topic in General Nursing

    "We've always done it this way" is the mantra of health care. I've given up on attempting to make changes for the
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    What are they teaching?

    2BS Nurse replied to egglady's topic in General Nursing

    They're teaching EPIC!! How to write lengthy progress notes that no doctor will ever take time to
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    What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    2BS Nurse replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes, that's consistent with LPN pay in my area. I agree. Something is not
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    Influenza and COVID-19: The Twindemic

    2BS Nurse replied to sirI's topic in Disaster Preparation

    As in years past, I will be getting an influenza vaccine. I've been following Australia's flu data. Due to social distancing, cases have been very low. I think the severity of the influenza season in...
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    Employee Health Covid Policies

    2BS Nurse posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    I am curious to hear about employee health Covid symptom policies out there. Are you required to report mild symptoms? If so, what is the policy about returning to work? PTO use,
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    What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    2BS Nurse replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Whaaaaaat??? You need to move!! New grad pay in the midwest is at least $29/hr! Plus signing bonuses in the
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    What is your minimum base pay on Covid-19 unit???

    2BS Nurse replied to NewRN'16's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Are you a new grad?? I don't work inpatient, but you would be at least at $35.00/hr in my
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    Nursing Is No Longer Worth It

    2BS Nurse replied to AnonymousSuper's topic in Disaster Preparation

    No way do I want my own kids in this profession. I want them to have a career where they can make a decent living but still have a good quality of life. It's way too hard to use PTO and schedule a...
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    BEDSIDE...run, don't walk!

    2BS Nurse replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    If your organization has been "amazing" during Covid, you are the exception, not the rule. We are required to report any Covid-like symptoms (even if minor), accept a Covid test and wait for the...