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Healthcare Professional Confessions

A bowl for anyone working in healthcare to come and vent, ask for advice, or share things you can't share anywhere else!

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  1. Anonymous User

    Are chiropractors taking advantage of patients rather than educating clients on how to correct their posture for personal relief instead of paying heavily for multiple sessions costing thousands of do...

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  2. Patient Registrar
    First time poster

    I was a patient at the er where I work and they drug test me for unknown reasons. I know HIPAA is supposed to protect me but I’m scared everyone I work with will know. Any advice?

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  3. Professor

    Is there anybody from HSE ireland?

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  4. Pctcna

    I need to work to survive but my degenerative disc makes me feel crippled sometimes. I can’t handle a heavy workload as I use to be able to. I’ve completed orientation and training. During training, I...

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  5. Registered Nurse, MSN

    Soooo this new BBB that passed how is that suppose to benefit us and our paychecks if we don’t work OT? I’m confused by this bill.

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    Dawn Bradley

    Good Day All, I live in NJ and I am looking for my next role/opportunity. I hold a dual Master's Degree in Business Administration and Health Care Administration from the University of Phoenix, a Bac...

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  7. works at Esri

    If you are able to work remotely, please let us know. We have multiple positions available at Esri company and can accommodate your children’s schedule (background noise is acceptable). This arrangeme...

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  8. works at Travelers

    Do you feel you are compensated fairly ? If not, how much more would you need to feel happy with your salary ? I always feel like with the recent times the pay is lagging!

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  9. Registered Nurse MSN

    I feel quite bored at my job… I like to constantly learn and evolve and this is stagnant anyone ever feel that way ?

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  10. Registered Nurse MSN

    Getting very discouraged. About two years ago we had our lead of dept retire and new one on board. Since then, things have not been the same. I do not at all have high hopes for things turning aroun...

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  11. Registered Nurse MSN

    How many vacations do you take per year or are allowed to with work ? We get tons of time but aren’t allowed more than two weeks in a row. Curious how your employers handle that as well.

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  12. Registered Nurse MSN

    How is your relationship with your manager ? Do you feel you can go to them for anything ? Or do you hesitate bringing up issues due to the strained relationship? I’ve had great relationships and very...

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  13. Registered Nurse MSN

    Which do you prefer working hourly and or salary and what are the pros and cons of each? I have worked hourly and I’m not sure about switching to salary as I’ve heard it can be more demanding.

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  14. Registered Nurse MSN

    Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: What are the ethical considerations and potential benefits of using AI for diagnostics and treatment planning? To be honest I’ve used and tested AI a couple time...

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  15. Registered Nurse MSN

    Vaccination Hesitancy: Despite the overwhelming evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of vaccines, vaccine hesitancy remains a contentious issue. Healthcare workers must balance the ethical ob...

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  16. Registered Nurse MSN

    As a nurse what do you do to relax or provide self care ? I feel it’s so hard to find time especially with a family and children but it’s so important to implement and I need to get better at this ! L...

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  17. Registered Nurse MSN

    What does patient advocacy mean to you ? What Does Advocacy Mean in Nursing? Patient advocacy involves supporting and representing the needs and interests of patients. It requires us to listen acti...

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  18. Registered Nurse MSN

    . Staffing Shortages One of the most significant challenges in nursing today is chronic staffing shortages. Many healthcare facilities struggle to maintain adequate nurse-to-patient ratios, which can...

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  19. Credentialing Analyst

    How do you handle it when you think a coworker has a drinking problem? Go to her first or to management to intervene? Pretty sure she'll get defensive and deny.

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  20. Registered Nurse MSN

    Been at my same job for 10 years think I need a change anyone else ever feel “restless”‘at work it’s so odd like I need to do something different already !

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