paddlelady

paddlelady BSN, RN

ICU, Trauma, ER, Peds, Family Practice

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About paddlelady

paddlelady is a BSN, RN and specializes in ICU, Trauma, ER, Peds, Family Practice.


recently retired from nursing

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  1. Better living--and working--through chemistry.

    One of things that happen in nursing is we tend to take on our patient and family emotions and problems internally. There is a term for this and I can t remember. Combine this emotional stuff and our own stuff and the actual work takes alot out of us...
  2. Better living--and working--through chemistry.

    Try exercise and some dietary changes also. These meds will pak on the pounds and give you lo sexual libido Seeing a naturopath helps . Some amino acids work well with depression.
  3. Better living--and working--through chemistry.

    You should go for counseling as the Lexapro has side effects. It will reduce your sexual libido , weight gain . So now that you are in better chemical balance it is time to start dealing with the anxiety this high will not last forever. Taking care o...
  4. Kinder pooping pants

    CAn be that he is not toilet trained. He may have some neuro deficit and not feel the urge to go until it is too late. He may be anxious at school . Be nice to interview the parents. There can be something going on at home. He may not like using th...
  5. Am I making a mistake not taking MedSurg position?

    You are a brave person to work corrections and I applaud you for that. I think if that makes you happy go for it. You will get some very solid experience and will be making critical decisions just as you would med-surg. Go with your heart and you w...
  6. How To Get a Job As a New Grad Nurse

    44 years ago when I graduated from a 3 years nursing program things were not that easy procuring a nursing position. Yes folks 44 years ago. I was broke and living with my parents after graduation. No internet. I walked into what they called then the...
  7. An all time low for a new night shifter

    Oh , I remember the night shift well. I was tired all the time. I never adjusted. That was years ago and after that I always gave a big thanks when I got to work the day shift and never looked back. I do know that I had to excercise and make time for...
  8. Hospital Won't Hire Obese Workers

    My doctor's office has 2 very obese medical assistances. She praises their work and their professionalism . They are are their feet most of the day, schedule appointments, draw blood etc. I applaud her for hiring these 2 women. Just wanted to menti...
  9. I hope that this NM does not abuse her power. It is very easy to use Bullying as a pretext to fire someone that this NM may have other reasons. I would watch my back with this manager until she gains your respect and trust. I am wondering if this is...
  10. I Love being a Christian Nurse

    I think you are just sharing what is in your heart. No matter what our background it is what in our hearts that count and that we practise nursing ethically. Enjoy your nursing career. Paddlelady
  11. Differences: Nursing then and now...

    I remembered the clysis well. I too was afraid that the needle would fall out. The patients(now clients) would pull them out ! Oh Ice Cream and popsicles are good rememdies and yes most likely can cause an addiction to even the nurse! I love reading ...
  12. A Changed Heart

    Perhaps if you have time you should volunteer at a homeless shelter. Collect some blankets and deliver them to the homeless, join a program that will give you fulfillment. You can tutor homeless children there are many things that you can do. Yes, th...
  13. Retired Nurse's...

    I wanted to say a few things about telephonic case management. I worked in that field and loved it. However, I had an employer that would listen in on the conversations to see how you were handing the cases. It did make me a bit nervous at first an...
  14. Retired Nurse's...

    I am glad that I am retired. However, I miss my paychecks. I seem to have hobbies that are expensive. For instance, traveling even small local trips, riding my motorcycle, playing guitar, knitting and quilting. Then there is the occasional bottle ...
  15. Retired Nurse's...

    Hi Isabelle, Sounds like you are ready in your body, mind and soul to retire. I retired @ 62. I was a nurse for 42 years and my body and mind just gave out on me. I love being retired and do massage and reflexology now only part time from my home . G...