SeasonedOne RN

Over 40 years in a variety of nursing venues.

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    I Really Do Not Want the COVID Vaccine ?

    SeasonedOne replied to AspiringNurse94's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Historically there has always been some who didn't want to take a new vaccine in the last 100 years. Jonas Salk came home and gave it to his three young sons when it was first available in the 1950s....
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    Nursing School Calif

    SeasonedOne replied to Jenbelle's topic in School, College Programs

    Call the schools in your area. The Board of Nursing will have a list of all accredited RN programs. This should also be able to direct you to the pass/fail rate on Board Exams for each program. One...
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    Am I too late to start?

    SeasonedOne replied to Brittany DeLong's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    First of all, it is never too late to make life changes. That said, it is also good to enter into those changes with your eyes open. So here are some thoughts. Since you are considering a start...
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    Great Article on "Shortage" of Nurses

    SeasonedOne replied to ielizabeth's topic in Disaster Preparation

    In the current times we live in, there are varying influences on staffing levels, needs and positions left unfilled. The reality is that most hospitals have shifted nurses from less active positions...
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    Seeking first job with no luck.

    SeasonedOne replied to brandnewRN1617's topic in General Nursing

    Might want to consider that your cover letter is a bit wordy. Basic structure should start with Paragraph 1 - Purpose of your letter. Paragraph 2 - Support/Item of Interest on why to look at your...
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    Help

    SeasonedOne replied to WorriedNurseinAL's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Here are a few ideas: You may want to check in your area for pro bono service options like "Lawyer in the Library" where you do the research and then take that to a lawyer who can give you...
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    Texas Hospital making nurses resign or take care of COVID patients

    SeasonedOne replied to Rex Sanchez's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Hospitals all over the country are implementing these kind of policy decisions. Like most things in nursing, if ALL nurses would band together, nurses would have more "say-so" about these decisions....
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    I can’t get past orientation and want to be an aid instead

    SeasonedOne replied to Bjessica's topic in General Nursing

    A few other ideas.... 1. Asked to work nights....things are usually slower on nights and it gives you time to establish a pattern and rhythm to your night. You also may find staff on nights a bit...
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    Who wants to hire a graduate nurse at 55?

    SeasonedOne replied to RNat55's topic in General Nursing

    Being a new grad is a challenge regardless of your age. Just like anyone looking for a job in a challenging market, might I suggest you consider taking a different approach. 1. Where is the need in...
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    LOW sugar, check ketones?

    SeasonedOne replied to Jedrnurse's topic in School

    Are you looking at his hydration? How is his fluid intake. Might be getting high ketones related to being dry. Questions I would ask are...is he bottoming out with all activity? Is he taking a...
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    Alcohol withdrawal unit?

    SeasonedOne replied to Nurse Pompom's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes "the cure can be worse than the drink" at 48-72 hours. We always tried to get our patients home before symptoms started with information on local resource options. Sometimes the realistic...
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    Traveling with medications

    SeasonedOne replied to Ema's topic in General Nursing

    If current clients of a local methadone dispensing clinic were in the local jail, the clinic would transport their meds in a locked case weekly to keep them stable. All meds had labels with Name,...
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    Options other than the bedside

    SeasonedOne replied to Cgritz77's topic in General Nursing

    You have gotten many great options to your initial request. Unfortunately, you didn't say what you are good at, not good at, and why you feel your time in LTC was not successful. With "your fix"...
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    Charting and learning

    SeasonedOne replied to Trampledunderfoot's topic in General Nursing

    OK....Take a breathe............. welcome to nursing! In my first nursing job I wanted so much to impress my bosses and do a great job. I couldn't seem to remember anything. I finally realized I...
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    RN with an ADN degree only

    SeasonedOne replied to candi33's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Remember than although your CNA experience is valuable, the "establishment" is hung up on titles rather than looking at your overall experience. A friend of mine had a similar problem and I...
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    Nurse Charged With Homicide

    SeasonedOne replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    "Reckless homicide is a crime in which the perpetrator was aware that their act (or failure to act when there is a legal duty to act) creates significant risk of death or grievous bodily harm in the...
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    Seeking Advice

    SeasonedOne replied to lcc010's topic in General Nursing

    You have mentioned this is your "PRN" job. That would mean that you have a "regular job"? If that is the case, is it really necessary to put this position on a resume? Understanding your legal...
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    Lost on where to nurse next

    SeasonedOne replied to Lasanga123's topic in General Nursing

    Questions to ask yourself! 1. What skills do I have and is it important for me to keep them? 2. Where does my interest lie today or in the next couple years - nice thing about nursing we do have lots...
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    Very concerned

    SeasonedOne replied to ButterflyRN90's topic in General Nursing

    OK....welcome to the wonderful world of nursing. QUESTION: So what is the REAL reason the patient's BS got so low? ANSWER: The patient had no protein or fat to maintain his BS level. Next time,...
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    Hole in MARs

    SeasonedOne replied to kcochrane's topic in General Nursing

    The challenge of today's nursing is putting the responsibility where it belongs. In this case on the person not completing the chart check correctly and the second of the supervisor not being a...
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    If not nursing what other career would you have done?

    SeasonedOne replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in General Nursing

    1. Engineer 2. Architect 3. Graphic Design --Anything that lets me create and build a bright future that makes people smile!
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    Super interested in Nursing

    SeasonedOne replied to Kimberly_m90's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you have a family doctor, ask if you can shadow him in his office for a day. Will give you an idea on what he does. He may be able to help you find a facility that would let you come in and be...
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    Thought you guys may enjoy this

    SeasonedOne replied to zombieghoast's topic in School

    Interesting how many people we touch and don't even know we did. Positive
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    How to respond to "am I dying?"

    SeasonedOne replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in General Nursing

    Be honest! Be kind! Ask why they are saying "I'm dying" and see what they say. In trauma situations I've was asked by patient, "Am I going to die?" Nothing like putting you on the spot. My...
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    Why do we do codes?

    SeasonedOne replied to scrubs0204's topic in General Nursing

    1. Anyone have a crystal ball? How do you know who will and won't survive? 2. We as humans will talk about everything but death/dying. 3. How many nurses have a DNR or POLST? Do we talk to our...