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  1. Called Down to HR

    kp2016 replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Well that's a relief. It would be terrible if someone was attacked or injured. Sorry i'm sitting around the house waiting for the inevitable call in with nothing to do but wonder what fresh hell...

  2. Called Down to HR

    kp2016 replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    As always it fascinates me that HR/ Management waits until you have completed your block of shifts to mention these incredibly important safety concerns. I hope you remembered to ask them what...

  3. Resignation.. advice?

    kp2016 replied to newrnonthefloor's topic in General Nursing

    Notifying your immediate manager of your resignation is a curtsey only. Your formal resignation ultimately needs to go to HR go ahead and submit it to

  4. Why the double standard.

    kp2016 replied to RN2364's topic in Men in Nursing

    I had this exact situation in a previous job. The male nurses expected us to step in and do all intimate procedures on their female patients. They were not happy when I insisted they they do all...

  5. Patient fell and doesnt want family notified

    kp2016 replied to Mrs.in2015's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Your patient is an adult of sound mind so her medical information is private and she has every right to not share it with her family. Educating them on blood thinners was a smooth move but I would...

  6. CNA forgot to take patient off bedpan for 4 hours and now patient has wounds

    kp2016 replied to rork17's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Totally depends on your manager. Anywhere from a written warning to fired for patient neglect. How angry the family is may be a factor as well. If they upset but understanding it’s more likely to be...

  7. First acute care job: is it possible that they can switch me ove to night shifts without warning?

    kp2016 replied to ~Shrek~'s topic in General Nursing

    It is normal to receive a written offer that mentions the unit and base pay. If they don't send one ask for one prior to starting. If it doesn't specifically mention day shift immediately call HR and...

  8. I always get called if someone is sick

    kp2016 replied to Grogon's topic in General Nursing

    A few years ago I could have written this exact post. I was the go to person. Someone was sick they called me, need someone to swap shifts at the last second they called me, someone on call didn't...

  9. What I did and where do I go from here?

    kp2016 replied to NickiLaughs's topic in General Nursing

    It seems to me you should make an appointment with management and ask to be made the interim manager. Posting the position, interviewing, hiring and getting someone started may take

  10. Is there ever a time bedside report is inappropriate?

    kp2016 replied to NRNPH's topic in General Nursing

    Any policy that states you must always do “insert stupid idea of the day” will be inappropriate for some situations/ patients. It’s sad that you have a manager who is so busy following the...

  11. Nurse as a Patient?

    kp2016 replied to beekindRN's topic in General Nursing

    Claire is not “a nice person”. A nice person would not treat her nurses this way. The fact that she is a nurse herself makes it even worse. She is mean spirited and vindictive. Yes I know, she is...

  12. staffing policies

    kp2016 replied to painmeds's topic in General Nursing

    You are very right to withhold any details that could be used to identify your hospital or yourself but honestly your post is now so vague it's hard to understand exactly what your problem / question...

  13. Resign first or wait until I find out if I'm fired?

    kp2016 replied to FallingInPlace's topic in General Nursing

    Very true. Two meetings with HR or a manager who openly dislikes you, get a new job

  14. Feedback appreciated

    kp2016 replied to jinct's topic in General Nursing

    Do you not have a Pixis? Surely there is a record of the fact that the nurse in question pulled Haldol against a patient she wasn't assigned and also did not record any waste after she give an...

  15. Resign first or wait until I find out if I'm fired?

    kp2016 replied to FallingInPlace's topic in General Nursing

    Some places will actually remove disciple notes from your file after a given number of months if there have been no other issues. Hopefully this is a standard follow up but it is strange that your...

  16. Feedback appreciated

    kp2016 replied to jinct's topic in General Nursing

    The Doctor who took the time to tell you not to give the Haldol should have immediately discontinued the ordered. Their failure was really the start of this incident, not your communication or alleged...

  17. Disappointing Interview

    kp2016 replied to JSB2018's topic in General Nursing

    I have had a similar experience. Applied for a job in a small unit, Mon - Friday not particularly exciting or fast past but perfect for where I was at in my life and career. I met with a small group...

  18. The Worst Interview of My Life! Ever!

    kp2016 replied to Forest2's topic in General Nursing

    The ridiculous interview is a clear warning of a dysfunctional management team. It sounds like a horrible experience but the bright side is instead of lamenting missing out on this great job...

  19. CGFNS Issue

    kp2016 replied to Maggie1312's topic in Nurse Registration

    I did not have this issues. But I had several other issues with them, both times I’ve been forced to use them. It is worth calling them to find out exactly what their “issue” is so you can have...

  20. Positive pre-employment drug screen! What will happen?

    kp2016 replied to Pmb's topic in General Nursing

    If I was you I would get a blood test taken ASAP. You will then either have a recent clean test or know for a fact that you will test positive and therefore should not apply for a job where a drug...

  21. Advice on how to handle a situation at work.

    kp2016 replied to PrettyNerd's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You should start applying for new jobs ASAP. It sounds like the physician who warned you that the practice plans to fire you was trying to help you avoid that outcome. I would ask that physician if...

  22. Multivitamins and supplements? My vent.

    kp2016 replied to brownbook's topic in General Nursing

    All time favorite. I actually had this conversation. RN: Why did you stop taking your neurotin ? Pt: That Doctor doesn’t know what he is talking about and I hate talking medications. RN: Your...

  23. Do I share my medical history as part of my story to become a nurse?

    kp2016 replied to LeviY's topic in General Nursing

    Never in a million years. There is a reason why they can’t legally ask you!!! Do not volunteer the information!!! For the record I have lost jobs before that I was by far the most qualified for....

  24. Pumping at work

    kp2016 replied to newmom17's topic in General Nursing

    I would talk to my manager. Outline exactly what you have been doing, the ways you have minimized the interruptions to your shift and the fact that Nurse *** has complained. Let your manager either...

  25. Port-a-cath

    kp2016 replied to guest317's topic in General Nursing

    This is a question for your friends doctor or the facility patient advocate. No one here can give you advise on something like