Ben_Dover

Ben_Dover

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  1. Forced out to pasture

    Ben_Dover replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    Awwww.... Well, Madonna, you're too young to retire! But whatever it is... wishing you the

  2. Im over nursing.

    Ben_Dover replied to Tomrn2128's topic in General Nursing

    I hear your thoughts. But 2 years isn't good enough. I "personally" think 5 years of hardship, dedication and accompanied by good and strong work ethics will take you to places and they are as...

  3. San Jose CA

    Ben_Dover replied to Slim71se's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome you guys and gals! Pay is pretty decent in San Jose, California.... give or take, Home Health/SNF/Dialysis/Registry - $38-$55/hr Hospitals with experience, can be somewhere between $48-$63/hr...

  4. Working out and Nursing..

    Ben_Dover replied to Bnw684's topic in General Nursing

    I prefer doing it outdoor and it seriously only takes 20-30 minutes per day to work-out so if you do that 3-5 times a week with a well-balanced diet, you can shed off some weight easily in a matter of...

  5. I hate that everyone knows I speak Spanish !

    Ben_Dover replied to LilimoonRN's topic in General Nursing

    I had a co-worker named Josefina and people would always asked her to assist with spanish translation. Little did they know, she's from the Philippines and they're like,

  6. Organizing the Head to Toe Assessment using the "Rule of 3s"

    Ben_Dover replied to HermioneG's topic in General Students

    Yeah... I like the original format the first time you presented it to us, was easier to read and grasp. Thanks for sharing it herebthough! What's funny is, for some reason... I think I know who you...

  7. I let the patient took his medications without water. Is this a medication error?

    Ben_Dover replied to leenmei's topic in General Nursing

    Have an open mind. Nursing in the U.S is like being at the Ritz hotel so you can complain as much as you want. Try practicing nursing in a third world country or from what I've heard even in some...

  8. I let the patient took his medications without water. Is this a medication error?

    Ben_Dover replied to leenmei's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital water may have not been potable anyway. Hence, asking the family member to buy some. Shouldn't be a big of a deal cause it's been months. But I'm assuming those who complained has some...

  9. I got a job!

    Ben_Dover replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    Here and

  10. I got a job!

    Ben_Dover replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    Nice!!!

  11. What Would You Do to Fix the Failings of Healthcare Delivery ?

    Ben_Dover replied to RobbiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Staffing Ratios... I've heard in other parts of the states, some hospital still caters a 6-8:1 ratio. Increase all of your salaries by at least 15K 1 month vacation Must be

  12. Apparently one of ours!

    Ben_Dover posted a topic in General Nursing

    Miami-Dade cop punches woman at Hurricanes-Virginia Tech game | Miami Herald Obviously, this lady is one of ours! Must have been under the

  13. Apparently one of ours!

    Ben_Dover replied to Ben_Dover's topic in General Nursing

    Would be great to hear her side as to why she wanted to knock the officer

  14. Can I wear long press on nails if I wear gloves during my whole shift?

    Ben_Dover replied to Cxrleen's topic in General Students

    Ladies and Gents, If you are an aspiring nurse and would like to work on a medical floor with hands-on experience... high heels are a big no

  15. Can I wear long press on nails if I wear gloves during my whole shift?

    Ben_Dover replied to Cxrleen's topic in General Students

    LOL... No such thing as a dumb question... most new nurses will hear that. But I say, they do exist. In this case, this isn't about lack of nursing experience or perhaps the OP is still not in a...

  16. Do all nurses make fatal mistakes?

    Ben_Dover replied to justtryintonurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yikes.... that's a very negative self-prophecy! Hope her belief changes once she's done with

  17. Fired from my first RN job after only 2 weeks.

    Ben_Dover replied to Mountainrnbsn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Are you the

  18. Fired from my first RN job after only 2 weeks.

    Ben_Dover replied to Mountainrnbsn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    There has to be a correlation, there are lots of great, bright, and studious people in nursing school but most are not well-equipped to handle the first few months of being an actual licensed nurse...

  19. Does years of experience matter?

    Ben_Dover replied to ProfessorD's topic in General Nursing

    Yass, of course! Years of experience combined with common sense and a good education will trump any non-experienced Registered Nurse even if they are summa cum laude title holder. At times, these...

  20. I'm hired (fired a year ago)!

    Ben_Dover replied to SafetyNurse1968's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so happy for you! But wait a minute.... is this some sort of an

  21. Fired from my first RN job after only 2 weeks.

    Ben_Dover replied to Mountainrnbsn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I always say this --- that it doesn't really matter if you're a Straight Triple AAA student. Having a great common sense is also a big plus once you get into any field, well most especially...

  22. Catholic Nurse Sues Duke University Hospital After Refusing to Assist with Abortions

    Ben_Dover replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Nursing News

    ******* her might be against the religion and a little cruel

  23. I want to be a nurse with a 9-5 job w/ weekends and holidays off

    Ben_Dover replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    0800-1700 job - M-F - Case management. 06:30 I hit the snooze button, then I get up, shower, light breakfast, hit the morning traffic commute and make it inside my office or department 10 minutes...

  24. Seasoned ICU Nurse Lacks Critical Thinking

    Ben_Dover replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    30 years of experience that's an awesome feat. Something obviously is not right just as others pointed it out. From my perspective, I see her as being burnt-out and has had enough. Thus, losing...

  25. called 911

    Ben_Dover replied to basketball13's topic in School

    If places, for instance a SNF, can call 911, you should be able too, if the need arises! If you happen not to be in the school premises, it might be a great idea to educate the principal and the rest...