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  1. Frequency of rounds

    kp2016 replied to Non_nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have been a nurse for a long time, a patient once or twice and the family member many times. Any time you have questions about the care or perceived lack of care you or a family member is receiving...

  2. Decision Letter From NMC

    kp2016 replied to ELIZABETH MATHEW's topic in Nurse Registration

    Nurses and Midwifery Council. It would seem OP is attempting to obtain a license in the United Kingdom. I would say you need to call them and ask what information they

  3. 12 Hour Shifts Issue

    kp2016 replied to Jordan1927's topic in General Nursing

    If you are interested in 8 hour shifts. Try looking at OR, Recovery room, outpatient clinics, infusion clinics. Clinics tend to pay less and 8 hours shifts don’t have much potential for addition...

  4. On Vacation - Would You Intervene?

    kp2016 replied to RobbiRN's topic in General Nursing

    removed as link to article wasn’t

  5. On Vacation - Would You Intervene?

    kp2016 replied to RobbiRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am very very hesitant to intervene especially on planes when you often have no idea what you are volunteering to help with. If there is a problem later on you can bet your actions and any missed...

  6. How do I transfer non ambulatory pt from WC?

    kp2016 replied to cutescrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Please do not request “a helper to help me during the time of transfer” you need a lifting machine! It’s not like this is a one off situation. This will be multiple lifts a day for the length of...

  7. My patient is now an employee in the office I treat her at

    kp2016 replied to NYNPLisa's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I have personally had this experience. I was a patient of a particular NP when I changed jobs and started working in the same facility as this NP. I was very pleased with how the NP handled the...

  8. Help! ICU day shift to NICU night?

    kp2016 replied to Bjones94's topic in General Nursing

    I’m a little concerned for you that you didn’t cope well with nightsift and the NICU job is also nights. I think you should look for an option C. Your current job isn’t a good fit for you but...

  9. Suspended for reporting med errors

    kp2016 replied to HikeRN4852's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Missed Protonix - sure ok, missed Xarelto seriously not ok! Your facility is playing with fire here and apparently they don't care. Reporting that the medication charts indicate that certain drugs...

  10. Do I have rights against workplace harassment from patients?

    kp2016 replied to Anagray's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It sounds like your boss has zero interesting in fixing this, I would try a slightly different angle before your look at transfers. You mentioned triaging patients in a public area which is also a...

  11. Error in judgement?

    kp2016 replied to jane_34's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Exactly!!! I thinking there may be a significant amount of denial from the family about their loved ones health and life expectancy. I’m thinking blaming you for her “decline” is an outlet for...

  12. HIPAA scapegoat

    kp2016 replied to inthealpine's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Honestly i'm sorry this happened to your wife. I think we have gone a little crazy on the HIPAA front but sadly it is how it is: 1) Looking at the charts of any patient who is not in your care, right...

  13. need help

    kp2016 replied to newbienurse97's topic in General Nursing

    Several states offer a one time license to students who have graduated from an accredited school of nursing and are eligible to test for the NCLEX. The length of license depends on the state - I’ve...

  14. How to talk to my manager about transferring departments

    kp2016 replied to VJN11's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I would start by reviewing the written HR policy on internal transfers. Be sure to check if you are actually required to notify your current manager or if that is just a preference of your manager and...

  15. Colleague asked me for a Tylenol from my med cart. What to do?

    kp2016 replied to FromMNtoCA's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Try not to report your co workers unless you really have to for patient safety or serious professional issues. Reporting can and does lead to ugly work environments. Your best action would be to ask...

  16. Difficult lazy coworkers

    kp2016 replied to WeimaranerluvinRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Honestly small issues like this can become big issues contributing to a very ugly work environment so tread carefully, especially if you are the junior person. You stated you were helping someone...

  17. New Grad and Rejected from First Choice Job Option

    kp2016 replied to Joanne15's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You mention getting great feedback from your CNA peers. You didn’t mention RN feedback. As you are looking for an RN position your manager is probably more interested in the feedback of the RNs....

  18. In Need of Some Advice Please

    kp2016 replied to urijahsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    4 hours of commute a day on top of a 12 hour shift, Do not do it! You will be exhausted and most likely feel like you never have any time or energy for your son. You have a job that you enjoy. Keep...

  19. Non Narcotic Theft and Terminated

    kp2016 replied to exelor's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe they won’t report you to the BON or the Attorney Generals office... but maybe they will. I realize money doesn’t grow on trees, especially when you have been terminated for cause but if I...

  20. Is it wrong to leave a job during orientation?

    kp2016 replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in General Nursing

    This site is full of horror stories about the terrible treatment nurses have received while on orientation so no, it’s not wrong for nurses to quit a job they don’t like. With so many states being...

  21. Can a Canadian Nurse work at an American VA hospital?

    kp2016 replied to Alex C.'s topic in General Nursing

    VA hospitals require you to have an active USA RN license. You do not require a license for the particular state the facility is located in, a license from any US state is

  22. pre op jitters

    kp2016 replied to czap's topic in General Nursing

    I realize my first response was harsh. I was busy advocating for your patient and didn’t really address you. I’m sorry I didn’t appreciate how much this was affected you. This is one incident...

  23. 265 questions is almost guaranteed if your a male.

    kp2016 replied to wilderness47's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I’m guessing you think that certain test takers are randomly selected to receive all 265 questions. This idea is an urban legend. It is even addressed on the official website. If you got all 265...

  24. pre op jitters

    kp2016 replied to czap's topic in General Nursing

    You might want to look if your hospital has a policy on chaperons. Most hospitals I’ve worked have posted signs stating that any patient receiving an intimate procedure or exam is entitled to have a...

  25. Does your employer charge you for PTO?

    kp2016 replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in General Nursing

    It depends how much PTO you get. It’s fairly easy math to work out if you are better off taking their PTO and a lower wage or taking the higher wage and “funding” your own time off. As for the...