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Medical malpractice: It only takes a moment
Accidents can happen in a moment, forever altering your life. Medical malpractice only takes a moment. One night last month, my husband and I were driving separately down a dark road to our house. I was ahead of him. I heard a screech of brakes, and a bang and crash of metal hitting metal. I…
Read More8 Tips for How to Build Confidence as an LNC
There are two ways to build confidence as an LNC. One is unintentionally and one is intentionally. Whether or not it’s intentional, the end result is the same. You end with a confidence level that really cannot be rattled by a negative outcome or an outcome that was less than favorable or by other people’s…
Read MoreHow do I organize my report?
Bill (name changed) has a book partially written sitting on the hard drive of his computer. He reads other books written on the same subject and says, “My book is better.” But he is stuck, unable to finish it. When I asked Bill why he was blocked, he said, “I’m dyslexic. I get lost in…
Read More10 tips: Is a Job at a Specific Law Firm Right For You?
Nurses interested in in-house work at a law firm should consider a few things. Some of this information you may be able to obtain from a company website, and other details you would need to find out if you are selected for an interview. Do your research first. Is the law firm large, small or…
Read More9 tips for a well designed resume
Your well-designed resume may be just the factor that gets an attorney to give you a chance. Use these tips for polishing your resume. Describe your past job experience in past tense and current job in present tense Start with your most current education, job or business, publications, if you have them, and then work…
Read MoreRetained objects after surgery
The patient leaves the operating room with a sponge, a clamp, or a towel inside. What is the impact on the patient of a retained object after surgery? We’ve heard the stories of the patient’s clamp that sets off the metal detector in the airport, but many patients find out about the presence of a…
Read MoreIncorrect sponge count
Operating room nurses are at high risk for being sued for an incorrect sponge count. Correct sponge counts are critical to avoid retained sponges and complications for the patient. Can people in the operating room multitask when it comes to counting sponges? I know surgeons listen to music, talk about the stock market and their…
Read MoreThe healing powers of blogging
Blogging serves many purposes. You may have a lot to say and want to share it. Or perhaps you like to lighten others’ lives with your sense of humor or educate them with your knowledge. Maybe your main aim is to make money with your blog. Whatever your reason for starting your blog, there’s another…
Read MoreTop 10 Qualities of a Successful Legal Nurse Consultant
Lots of nurses are aware of legal nurse consulting. Many have taken a course to prepare for this field. Few are successful. Here are some tips for being a successful legal nurse consultant. 1. Current nursing license as a registered nurse. Licensed practical nurses are not considered to have the requisite educational background to provide…
Read More7 Tips to Ensure Your Resume is Read
I’ve read thousands of resumes. Some immediately repel me. Others draw me in. These are 7 critical design tips to ensure an attorney will read your resume. 1. Use a simple design in your resume The design of your resume or CV will attract or repel your reader. It is that simple and critical. Your…
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