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Thanks for the vote of confidence, AP. I know where I *don't* wanna work and that's the ICU environment. However, at the time I was choosing where to do my placement,since I'd never been in an ICU, I thought I'd like to try it. Now I know! I'd LOVE to get an RN job at a clinic; however as a new grad (May 17, 2008!!), it's hard to get in to clinics -- all the floor nurses want 'em, too. For now, my passion is still oncology patients. I'm looking for hospitals that have strong new grad programs and who are accepting new grads to the oncology floor. Support is what I need most, and time to get the skills down so I feel more competent. You guys have been a big help. Thanks all.

[CITCAT]

You have representation in congress Senator Mike Crapo Iowa is a advocate for those with copd and is trying to change law to better assist copders in regard to travel

[laughhappy1]

Hello!
I just found you today... so I wanted to send greetings. I am not officially disabled (per SS guidelines) yet; but just completed yet another hospital visit, followed by a stay in a rehab / skilled nursing unit! I am currently here in DFW Texas area, possibly seeking a job. I am asking each of you for your assistance in areas perhaps unexplored (by me). I basically need a sedentary job; as my list of ailments just added spinal stenosis of 4 cm. I already have had a lumbar fusion many years ago; survived necrotizing fascitis; amidst other chronic ailments. Enough about that; what I'd really like is information regarding job that might be available, application process for disability, and anywhere that I might be able to go for assistance while I am sorting this all out. I guess I have rambled enough for now! Have a great day

[bluewoman]

Hi, I just happened upon this site and read about the person who wanted to become a nurse and has scoliosis. I have a severe scoliosis, and was in the Easter Seals film, that went to schools, in 1981, just before I had my surgery. I had Harrington Instrumentation, with two rods, and spinal fusion of my lumbar spine. This all happened right after I graduated with my LPN. I now have an RN, BSN, and have been working in long term care, which is very physical, for many years. I am also a runner. I had a baby in 1976, that's when I noticed my curvature had worsened. If nursing is what you really want, then find your niche. I don't ever do any lifting or other heavy labor, without asking for help. Also, we use different lifts, and proper body mechanics. I never advise the aides, or anyone, to do anything heavy, by themselves. I don't consider myself disabled, but I guess I am in certain circumstances. audrey

[CITCAT]

Have you considered Mds nursing doing the Minimumdatasets for Ltcs or being sn nursing infomatic yes there is such a job as this exists hope this helps you laughappy

[10MG-IV]

Originally Posted by nozyrozy40

I became "disabled" in 2000 due to a surgical procedure that kept me on the operating table for over 12 hours. I have severe nerve damage that makes my legs "go numb". Feels like I have a trillion hot needles being stuck in them. I have been receiving SSD since then and I'm in semester 4 of 6 in an ADN program. I sat for my NCLEX-PN in July (after 3 semester of nursing) and passed. I landed a job at one of the best LTC facilities in my area and I'm loving it. I have recently received many compliments from other nurses as well as the DON. I start semester 4 tomorrow and will hopefully have my RN by Dec. 2008. I'm very concerned that "traditional" nursing will be difficult for me. Currently, I've been able to deal w/ the pain my disability causes, not letting on how much pain I'm in, but how long can I do this??? It concerns me a great deal. I'm 46 w/ 2 teenage sons and I know how big of a role model I am for them. I'm a 3 time cancer survivor (all different types) and they've been through it all with me. I've been working for a month now and just hope I can continue and find ways to deal w/ my disability and pain. I thoroughly enjoy the work I do and can't wait to get my RN. I'll continue to keep putting one foot in front of the other and go where the road takes me.

Hey, one day at a time, and get the FMLA filled out so no one can mess with your "attendance" issues. You will be a wonderful nurse because you have been on the other end of the IV catheter so to speak. I admire your
strenght and I know I would receive the best care you could give because it would be from your heart and brain. You know, you are going to have to pay your dues on the "floor" for a year. then, as soon as you can look to out patient, look into Kaizen, six sigma if you an organization nut. Hospitals are eating it up now... they won't listen to the nurses that work in the environment everyday, but they will hire a consultant to tell them what is wrong with the "work-place space". How about OSHA.....specialize in environmental health and safety. God knows we need a Real Real REAL safety nurse as an advocate for the NURSE!!! You won't have to work in a hospital if you don't want to, holy cow Schools need nurses, Insurance companies need nurses, just get the base and off you go.... e mail me and I will let you know what my Hubby does with his nursing degree... holy cow. Why am I doing this ER bedside stuff anyway??? Oh yeah, I love it.

[laughhappy1]

I had posted a message last week, with some questions for the community...forgive my computer novice skills, but I cannot find it anymore, and I do not see any responses to it. Is there any hints for me? Thanks!