Sparx28

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1. "Good for nothing student"

   Sparx28 replied to Sarah010101's topic in General Nursing

   wow you have some valuable experience! Keep in mind, many nurses will have the same bad attitude even once you're practicing independently. It sounds like you are a diligent, careful nurse. Don't ever let anyone rush or intimidate you! You'll discove...

2. Completely Devastated

   Sparx28 replied to pookiesmom's topic in Retired

   I'm a new nurse and it is definitely hard work. I find myself totally drained after a long shift. Consider looking into public health, school nursing, physician's offices, flu clinics, a smaller ER, oncology, hospice (where your warm compassion might...

3. A question to new Nursing school grads who were able to find a job.

   Sparx28 replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in New Nurse

   Ohio. I think it took about 2 months, but there are hardly jobs here. Look at Texas! I think there are several needs and opportunities.

4. Gave a patient someone else's unwasted dilaudid

   Sparx28 replied to Daliadreamer's topic in General Nursing

   Hey, I graduated in '08 too, so I understand all the anxiety esp when it comes to talking with management. I would definitely clarify what happened. At this point, they would probably put a note in your file but since you don't have a history of dive...

5. When I Was a New Grad . . .

   Sparx28 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

   this brings me to tears. thanks for sharing. It's been a very discouraging first year, but it is getting better now. I have always said "I want to be a good nurse, but I'm not sure if I can go through what it takes to get there." And you're living pr...

6. Simple things new nurses or experiece nurses are not doing?

   Sparx28 replied to RN28MD's topic in Med-Surg

   i've been a nurse for 9 months now and I must say that I just adore the nurses who take the time to teach. You can either choose to be a curse or a blessing to your coworkers. We all forget things. I've collected specimens that were ordered 2 WEEKS a...

7. New grad frustrated, but trapped...in a "profession" i HATE.

   Sparx28 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am doing an internship now that lasts 3 months. I have to either work 1 year to pay that off or I have to pay 18k to cover the expenses of this internship. I HATE it. I hatenursing.I can't stand the condescending docs, impatient patients, the rando...

8. New grad will work for free

   Sparx28 replied to nursingdude78's topic in General Nursing

   try texas...

9. Jobless December Grad

   Sparx28 posted a topic in Career Support

   Earlier this semester, I was offered my pick of units/shifts from the hospital where I completed my nurse externship. However, I did not want to close doors or remain indecisive for too long, so I simply declined. I am content with my decision becaus...