shugamomma

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1. I'm back!

   shugamomma replied to Twoyearnurse's topic in Recovery

   Welcome back!

2. Grrrrr, just one of those days (rant)

   shugamomma replied to SororAKS's topic in Recovery

   I have those days too.

3. Drug urine test after 12 hour shift

   shugamomma replied to Kallie3006's topic in Recovery

   You must get a lawyer. I would not spend one more moment pondering,what if this, what if that. Bottom line. You know the truth. Don't doubt yourself.

4. Will I ever get another job?

   shugamomma replied to amaryllis135's topic in Recovery

   Never give up hope. It usually takes time to find someone to give you a chance. Always go in with a positive attitude. Know that you are strong in your recovery. A positive attitude and persistence is important. Best of luck!

5. Desperate for answers regarding IPN

   shugamomma replied to Rosa09's topic in Recovery

   This to shall pass. I promise you both that life will get better. Keep being honest with yourself and those you love. In 6 months you will look back and see how strong you are.

6. Desperate for answers regarding IPN

   shugamomma replied to Rosa09's topic in Recovery

   I have nothing positive to tell you about IPN. I have no idea how an attorney can help. You would need to contact them. Some attorneys advise you call them before contacting IPN. I can tell you how it will go without an attorney. You go to the eva...

7. Scrub brands that don't wrinkle-HELP!

   shugamomma replied to Joanie49's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Wonder wink.

8. Does being a CNA help with future RN jobs?

   shugamomma replied to bsnorbust's topic in General Nursing

   Great for networking.

9. Elective surgery and IPN

   shugamomma replied to catsmeow1972's topic in Recovery

   You do not have to ask for permission for the surgery. As your other questions. I don't know. I hope your procedure is uneventful.

10. Jacksonville, FL Jobs

    shugamomma replied to newlpn13's topic in LPN/LVN

    UF health jax hires LPN in some departments. Check St Vincents job site too. Some mental health facilities hire LPNs. Even if the job says experience required, it can not hurt to apply. Best of luck in your search.

11. Switching to days: Pros and cons

    shugamomma replied to MsPebbles's topic in General Nursing

    I switched to days 6 months ago after 10 years on nights. My family life has greatly improved, which is what is important. My work life is hell. I love my patients. The families and loved ones of my patients are soul sucking. This last week has been...

12. New tests for IPN

    shugamomma replied to gabby3's topic in Recovery

    I did ask at Labcorp. The tech said she didn't know. She did comment that "everybody" was asking about and complaining about the cost.

13. New tests for IPN

    shugamomma replied to gabby3's topic in Recovery

    Great. More money I don't have.

14. Please help, i'm not alone

    shugamomma replied to jennybkind's topic in Recovery

    Slow down. Take a breath. First of all, why are you being required to have an evaluation? How did you get involved with IPN?

15. Hardest things we tell family

    shugamomma replied to sjalv's topic in General Students

    Yes. ICU does change how you view life.