Madman1978
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I haven't seen one but it doesn't mean they do not exist. I am Looking for a kit that can't be stolen and such and that is still easy to reach.
Any ideas?
Any ideas?
Pen for Nurses/Waitresses
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Dieseldoc
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Question????
Woodchipper
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Nurses and other medical people like a click pen as it can be "operated" with one hand.
For a pen that can't be stolen, you'll have to use the age old gas station trick and log chain it to a steel rim.
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Madman1978
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By all means, ask away.
Madman1978
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But they can be stolen too easily
Dieseldoc
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Got it
jttheclockman
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WHAT? Are you looking for a pen that you can either hang around your neck or clip to a uniform?
1080Wayne
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The approach I use when giving or selling a pen to someone who can easily lose it in their workplace , is to emphasize to them the importance of introducing their pen to fellow employees . It may need to be done several times because of shift changes and new employees . If they know the pen and what it means to the owner , it has a much better chance of being returned if lost , and a lesser chance of being stolen .
Woodchipper
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Woodcraft has it, too.
Woodchipper
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People steals cars, too. Nurses I have seen keep their pens clipped to their top or pocket.
Madman1978
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Well, wear those thinking caps.
I am thinking of a pen on a lanyard. But, not one you clip on.
I am thinking of a pen on a lanyard. But, not one you clip on.
KLJ
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Maybe could work out something with a fly fishing zinger retractor.
McKenzie Liberty click (the are out of the coyote click right now) and have the person's name engraved on the clip.
www.mckenziepenworks.com
Then make (or promise to make) two extra. Won't keep it from getting stolen but will keep them in pens for quite a while
Liberty Click Pen Kit - Standard Stainless
Designed by Constant Laubscher, the Liberty is a single tube kit similar in size to many Sierra clones. This is the new CLICK version using the smooth and nearly indestructible metal Schmidt click mechanism. Embedded casters will enjoy the fact that this pen has a slightly thicker body than...
www.mckenziepenworks.com
Then make (or promise to make) two extra. Won't keep it from getting stolen but will keep them in pens for quite a while
jttheclockman
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Go to Amazon and they have many different type add on lanyards. Find one that works with a pen you are making.
Curly
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Lanyards or reels that tie the pen to the nurse are dangerous. If a patient grabs it the nurse can't get out of the way and may get hurt, as in hit. Patient can even strangle them with it. Let them buy the cheap store bought pen they prefer to use and make them a nice pen to use at home. Hate to be a bummer but my wife is a nurse.
Woodchipper
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montmill
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This pen is similar to one a nurse I had used. It was easy for her to grab it out of her scrubs due to the extended push clicker. However she said they disappear quickly. The one she had was an advertising piece by a medical company. I'm thinking of only giving desk pens as has been mentioned. Something the physician or nurse can use at their station and hopefully get a little lift in spirits when using. I gave one to a very busy orthopedic surgeon and he called me to thank me. It was worth it.
Madman1978
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Yeah, I don't like this kit.McKenzie Liberty click (the are out of the coyote click right now) and have the person's name engraved on the clip.
Liberty Click Pen Kit - Standard Stainless
Designed by Constant Laubscher, the Liberty is a single tube kit similar in size to many Sierra clones. This is the new CLICK version using the smooth and nearly indestructible metal Schmidt click mechanism. Embedded casters will enjoy the fact that this pen has a slightly thicker body than...
Then make (or promise to make) two extra. Won't keep it from getting stolen but will keep them in pens for quite a while
Madman1978
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They do make breakaway lanyards.
One issue I have overall is how can I not use the clip and have the pen directly on the lanyard while using the finial to attach the pen to the lanyard.
All roadblocks can be conquered.
jttheclockman
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You are not doing your homework. If you want to include a lanyard there are many styles. Some wrap around the pen, some attach to clip, some are magnetic. Or talk to one of these pen making vendors to design something for you. Maybe start a trend. I doubt they would be popular. Pens have clips on them for a reason and if a person wants to keep their pen from being stollen then do not lend it out or lay it down. keep clipped to their pocket or shirt. Been done this way for years.
hertzogcraig
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Having made pens for my wife who is a nurse, I can speak first hand, they want click pens and I know very few if any would be interested in a lanyard to hold a pen. I agree with Curly, even a break away, can be dangerous and not to mention, it's just one more thing to gather biohazards.
Woodchipper
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FWIW, as lanyards were mentioned, I have one that had a plastic link that can be separated. However, there is still the idea of the lanyard being wrapped around one's neck. I know of a nurse who had a patient grab her throat. She couldn't holler but a nurse happened by and helped get the patient's hands unwrapped from the throat. Germs aren't the only threat to healtcare workers.