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I wanted to start one new thread for all nurses of hawaii! One place to talk story about everything we love/and not love about nursing! I came here as a traveler years ago and stayed ever since. Its a wonderful and unique place to live and work. Love to hear from ya

Aloha!

:welcome:

Specializes in dialysis, m/s.
I wanted to start one new thread for all nurses of hawaii! One place to talk story about everything we love/and not love about nursing! I came here as a traveler years ago and stayed ever since. Its a wonderful and unique place to live and work. Love to hear from ya

Aloha!

:welcome:

Thanks malama mama! I LOVE nursing in Hawaii. Such a rich and diverse culture here on the big island!I've been in home health since January and seeing patients in their home setting here is such a privelege and sometimes a TRIP...Like a pt telling me he can show me the bathroom but ,please excuse the pig in the bathtub.And, yes, there was the little piggy in the tub, squealing to get out. Logically, the pt puts the pig in the back yard when he bathes...Like all of auntie's neices and nephews working 2 jobs just to make ends meet for their families, but still taking turns staying w/ auntie until she is back on her feet...Like an 80something man playing me a love song on his ukulele...Like leaving a pts house w/ arms full of fresh garden veggies or a piece of hot fresh pineapple upsidedown cake.

Im feelin the aloha, and love it.

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Specializes in Emergency, outpatient.

I love it here, too! Since coming here, I have avidly read all I could find about cultural health issues (not wanting to do exactly what Pua described.....) and, when needed, have asked the local nurses about specific things. I found a copy of the UH cultural caring book that listed all different cultures and their needs, and that helped a lot. At least I know what questions to ask. My patients have been very understanding in explaining some things, and other staff members and friends fill in the gaps. Thankfully, I have committed no painful errors.

Pua, I would LOVE for you to be our "resource person" and let us in on the embarrassing things so we can avoid causing more problems; there is no way us mainlanders will ever know the level of cultural subtlety you do. I don't find it useful to read of vague "horrible" problems without some suggestions.

After re-reading your posts since you joined today, it seems your aloha is limited to the local "guys and gals.":no: I really don't mean to be insulting, but your lack of welcoming is messin' wid my aloha. Since coming to O`ahu, I have worked in 6 different locations. With all the different staffs and facilities involved, I have not experienced any cultural embarrassments or any attacks (verbal or otherwise) from any staff, physicians or clients. Wonder where you are getting your info?:specs:

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I love it here, too! Since coming here, I have avidly read all I could find about cultural health issues (not wanting to do exactly what Pua described.....) and, when needed, have asked the local nurses about specific things. I found a copy of the UH cultural caring book that listed all different cultures and their needs, and that helped a lot. At least I know what questions to ask. My patients have been very understanding in explaining some things, and other staff members and friends fill in the gaps. Thankfully, I have committed no painful errors.

Pua, I would LOVE for you to be our "resource person" and let us in on the embarrassing things so we can avoid causing more problems; there is no way us mainlanders will ever know the level of cultural subtlety you do. I don't find it useful to read of vague "horrible" problems without some suggestions.

After re-reading your posts since you joined today, it seems your aloha is limited to the local "guys and gals.":no: I really don't mean to be insulting, but your lack of welcoming is messin' wid my aloha. Since coming to O`ahu, I have worked in 6 different locations. With all the different staffs and facilities involved, I have not experienced any cultural embarrassments or any attacks (verbal or otherwise) from any staff, physicians or clients. Wonder where you are getting your info?:specs:

LOL, I will try to work on my aloha! I looked at my posts and I am sorry to say that I agree that I might have appeared a little unwelcoming. I apologize. :imbar

I think I am going to do some editing. :loveya:

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LOL, I will try to work on my aloha! I looked at my posts and I am sorry to say that I agree that I might have appeared a little unwelcoming. I apologize. :imbar

I think I am going to do some editing. :loveya:

I tried to edit but the edit button has disappeared from my posts so I guess the best I can do is apologize again. Sorry!! I sincerely wish I could remove some of the harshness I now see in some of my posts. I ranted a little bit where it was uncalled for and I see that I was unfairly judgemental and may have hurt some feelings along the way. i can blame it on being tired but that would still not excuse it.

Aloha to all!

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Specializes in Emergency, outpatient.

Is okay. I sorry too. I just got my knickers in a knot. :D

My family were mountain people from southwest Virginia; I was reading about the "mana" that Hawaiians feel here in the islands; you know, I think I understand that. I lived in my ancestral home area for a couple of years, and I felt a connection there I have not felt anywhere else. Gardening there, experiencing the seasons change, meeting people that know/knew my family. It takes a long time to make close connections no matter where you live.

Pua, welcome! :heartbeat

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