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  1. Scheduled on days off

    kp2016 replied to nursingmomma33's topic in General Nursing

    I would send an email to the scheduler ASAP with a CC to your immediate manager. Notify them that they have made an error and scheduled you for shifts on your days off when you did not volunteer to...

  2. Student nurse dismayed by bedside nursing attitude

    kp2016 replied to new gal's topic in General Students

    Once you have actually been a nurse for a while you may come to understand that high stress and high work load lead to burn out and mistakes. Accepting these things as part of the job is a huge part...

  3. Calling off :-(

    kp2016 replied to gaby19's topic in General Nursing

    This is a ridiculous policy. I personally think you and as many of your co workers as you can talk into it need to start challenging it. This is the only way it will change. Start with "hello Nursing...

  4. Days to Nights

    kp2016 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    I loved working nights. I did not have an issue with weight gain and honestly the massive reduction in stress was probably good for my health. If you currently go to the gym decide when you will go...

  5. Has anyone overmedicated a pt?

    kp2016 replied to jl18's topic in General Nursing

    I think you are being way to hard on yourself. I would start by reviewing the medication policy on your unit. While it is certainly good practice to take a set of vitals before administering narcotics...

  6. Transferred to SICU, horrible orientation...what to do??

    kp2016 replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry you had this awful experience. For what its worth I am willing to bet you that the unit manager and all the senior leadership on this ward are well aware how this "preceptor" treats new...

  7. army wife overseas

    kp2016 replied to hayleelanford's topic in General Nursing

    Extremely difficult. You can volunteer as a RN with the medical group or possibly sign up at the school to be a relief School Nurse. Paid work is almost impossible to

  8. How much notice would you give?

    kp2016 replied to CharleeFoxtrot's topic in General Nursing

    Check the HR policy at your facility. As a general guide 2 weeks for nurses and 4 weeks for

  9. BSN straight to NP or gain work experience

    kp2016 replied to clint.parsch's topic in General Nursing

    I would suggest it may depend on your previous work experience and military MOS. Going straight from BSN to NP may be just fine if you already have a lot of experience as a medic. If not it may be...

  10. Accepting gifts from patients?

    kp2016 replied to matcha-cat's topic in General Nursing

    You need to look at the policy for the specific hospital / unit that you are working in. I have never worked anywhere that didn't have a very clear written policy. In general at most places personal...

  11. "just" a school nurse rant

    kp2016 replied to LikeTheDeadSea's topic in School

    There is no doubt that this comment was insulting. The real question is did the person intend to insult you are was it just one of those thoughtless insensitive comments we all make from time to time?...

  12. Withholding symptoms to avoid legal issues

    kp2016 replied to ptquery's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you have concerns about the care your relative is receiving. The most useful way to address these concerns would be to talk to the nurses and doctors who are providing the care. As a...

  13. Contacted multiple times for same empty shift

    kp2016 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    If they are demanding that you call them back it is in your best interests to do so. Obviously once you are on the phone they plan to try and guilt/ pressure you into accepting the shift. Be ready to...

  14. Scheduled to Work A Holiday Not Assigned

    kp2016 replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    You need to email the person who writes the schedule ASAP and cc your manager. Do not make the mistake of waiting until closer to the date or having a verbal discussion about

  15. On-Call Pay Survey

    kp2016 replied to danimal99's topic in General Nursing

    $2 pet hour. Two hours minimum pay for a call in. I agee it is very low and for me not worth it. I switched jobs to a new job without

  16. Have you or anyone you know ever sued for not having a lunch break?

    kp2016 replied to YoutubeTheNP's topic in General Nursing

    I've never seen a law suit but I have worked at facilities that routinely took our breaks due to short staffing or trauma cases. I personally feel this is an example of how nurses allow ourselves to...

  17. ACLS certification

    kp2016 replied to astratton83's topic in General Nursing

    As previous posters have pointed out ACLs is no longer the nightmare it use to be. You have already scheduled the class so try and relax and just do your best. I would tell anyone else reading this...

  18. New Grad RN Salary Range

    kp2016 replied to MsBrain's topic in General Nursing

    An easy way to find out would be to ask the newer nurses at the hospitals you are doing your clinicals at what the current starting pay range is. Most hospitals pay more for nurses taking weekends,...

  19. what does cgfns inactivity means

    kp2016 replied to elsaaaa's topic in Nurse Registration

    I have used CGFNS twice. If you have questions or think something is incorrect email them and you will receive a reply within a few days. Inactivity just means they haven't received the requested...

  20. Patient complaint-freaking out!

    kp2016 replied to CrazierThanYou's topic in General Nursing

    I have only ever worked at one facility that was termination happy. Suspension on pay was common, the next step was normally a "meeting" at which the persons employment was terminated. The facility...

  21. Responding to annoying co-worker who asks you to work for them every week?

    kp2016 replied to NurseUnforgetable's topic in General Nursing

    You need to start saying No! This person is taking advantage of you and will continue to so so for as long as you allow it. Do not ignore the text messages and do not offer an excuse. You do not need...

  22. visa screen

    kp2016 replied to tosca rose's topic in Immigration Advice

    It would be best to ask this question directly to the visa screen company. I recently used CGFNS to certify an overseas education. I was required to pay for the English as a second language test which...

  23. ER VS PRE OP

    kp2016 replied to MrsBeks81's topic in PACU

    I loved my ER job. It was busy, stressful and very intense. I was also in my 20s. I'm older now and can't imagine keeping up that pace these days. It's a lot slower and less stressful. If you are...

  24. New job, IV issues

    kp2016 replied to Pedsnurse1026's topic in General Nursing

    I was awful at starting IVs when I started my first job. I am now the go to person for difficult sticks. Do every IV you can, never try more than twice and when you do have to call some one else watch...

  25. How do I defend myself against this?

    kp2016 replied to Bluebird56's topic in General Nursing

    Having worked at a facility that fired many staff I would suggest that they have suspended you while they obtain legal advise, with the view to firing you. You stated that you have been accused by a...