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  1. Nurses with children always go home early?

    saskrn replied to Agatha12's topic in General Nursing

    Well

  2. Do ASN/ADN nurses still get hired in the hospital?

    saskrn replied to Wannabenurseneko's topic in General Nursing

    Of course they can! I see them everywhere, both urban and rural hospitals. I don't understand why anyone would think

  3. omg I forgot to give report!

    saskrn replied to kellicutshair's topic in General Nursing

    I've never forgotten report. However, my husband I have both forgotten the keys more times than I can count. We always had a commute of over an hour, too. Lesson learned, you won't do it

  4. Demoted from ICU to IMCU

    saskrn replied to TiffanyB1313's topic in General Nursing

    Jealousy is NOT an issue with the experienced ICU nurses. Instead of looking at this as a failure, appreciate the fact that your NM thought you were valuable enough to offer you another position....

  5. Is this a fair way to fail a student?

    saskrn replied to duroch1's topic in General Students

    My nursing school was very unforgiving. Students would have been kicked out of the nursing program completely for this error. Good

  6. Video RN screaming, dragged into police car d/t refused blood draw on unconscious patient!

    saskrn replied to SummitRN's topic in General Nursing

    The treatment of this nurse was obviously horrific. What's also very concerning, in addition to him carrying a weapon, is that he works for EMS. I shudder at the thought of what he may have done to...

  7. Drug testing

    saskrn replied to blexxer's topic in General Nursing

    Every employer both my husband and I have ever had drug tested upon hire, plus randomly. Random tests were truly random. They tested at times of error or suspected intoxication, but also other times...

  8. Do employers ever drug test on the spot at interviews?

    saskrn replied to Nursey916's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I don't use drugs, but I just had a CBC drawn and out of curiosity asked the lab how long a person will test positive for marijuana. They told me that it depends on how much of the drug is used. The...

  9. New Nurse! My first day with my own patients is tomorrow!! AHHHH!!

    saskrn replied to Lavendergal's topic in General Nursing

    This is great! Your preceptor probably laughed, too! A little laughter and humility are good things. :) You'll be fine! Good

  10. Lonliness/sadness

    saskrn replied to anxiousnscared's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm proud of you! Not only have you done really well, but you've proven that you're mature, responsible and have a great work ethic! Working and going to nursing school isn't easy. IMHO, you can't...

  11. Night shift adjustment disorder and sleep deprivation help

    saskrn replied to Guitarstrings's topic in Health, Stress Management

    What you described sounds like illness. It doesn't sound like it's related to working the night shift. I've worked every schedule imaginable, and mostly nights. I have never heard of anyone...

  12. Depressed

    saskrn replied to GSDlvrRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm so sorry you're going through this. I can feel your sadness through your post. I don't really have anything to add to what others have already said. Try to take some time off, and maybe consult...

  13. Paper Charting venting

    saskrn replied to raindrops1234's topic in General Nursing

    Ive been a nurse for a long time, plus I used to be a travel RN, so I've worked with a lot of different charting. That being said, IMHO, if you're having a difficult time with the paper charting, the...

  14. How Long Would You Wait for the Best Offer?

    saskrn replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    Just a quick note about what I highlighted with bold. Do NOT let this attitude come out during an interview. It's just a

  15. How Long Would You Wait for the Best Offer?

    saskrn replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    You mentioned pay comparisons between BSN and ADN nurses as part of your concern. FWIW, I've been nursing for 20+ years, and from what I've seen the pay rate of BSN and ADN nurses is very close....

  16. I need to vent please....

    saskrn replied to Justwanttonurse's topic in General Nursing

    There is a site called "Ask a Manager". This woman has worked in HR for years, and has a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding hiring, firing, resumes, cover letters, and just about anything else...

  17. Did you get sick a lot in the beginning?

    saskrn replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    The last time I had an experience like this, I was diagnosed with diabetes. Feel

  18. Another 'is it worth it' question for RNs

    saskrn replied to solDanz's topic in General Nursing

    When you get your RN, your skills have to be strong in EVERY area. And, honestly, I don't know any nurses who find debridement and ostomies "undesirable". They're just a small part of the larger RN...

  19. July 2017 Caption Contest - Select $100 Winner!

    saskrn replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "When sitting here, the desperate ambulance chaser could catch patients both coming and

  20. First nursing job

    saskrn replied to Exhuasted's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Try not to panic! :) You will become familiar and comfortable with this new hospital, just like you did with the hospital where you had your clinicals. Also, 2.5 months isn't very long, and I'm sure...

  21. RN with two jobs? One non nursing

    saskrn replied to Meganmcm's topic in General Nursing

    If it doesn't take away from valuable family time, or something equally important, I would keep the retail job. It sounds like you enjoy it, and they've been supportive and obviously like you....

  22. July 2017 Caption Contest - Select $100 Winner!

    saskrn replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Ambulance chasers aren't allowed in the

  23. How to deal with a bully patient?

    saskrn replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    I was a traveler for years and never had that experience. Additionally, as a staff nurse we did not treat others this way. Regardless, treating others the way you described is unprofessional and...

  24. They were in bed together.

    saskrn replied to Yaadie's topic in General Nursing

    Since he had some dementia and you didn't actually know who the woman was, I would have reported it for safety reasons. When it comes to nursing I never assume, especially where safety is involved....

  25. For Travelers

    saskrn replied to Motastik's topic in Travel

    What is this? Spam?