shotzynurse

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1. Fresenius

   shotzynurse replied to BettyBoop01's topic in Urology

   As stated in previous years' posts, I believe it takes approx. 6 months to get your 'sea legs' in dialysis, unless previously trained. If you do not have critical care training, it may possibly take longer to feel comfortable in your own skin. I hop...

2. New nurse OVERWHELMED

   shotzynurse replied to leapof faith's topic in Med-Surg

   thanks for sharing that prayer. after the last few days, i really needed it. i am so saddened by the lack of support for fellow nurses (particularly newly graduated/younger/less experienced) and the disintegrating sense of teamwork in our hospital, ...

3. New nurse OVERWHELMED

   shotzynurse replied to leapof faith's topic in Med-Surg

   Thanks for taking the time to share your story. I am sorry the situation was difficult for you, but you handled it with professionalism and aplomb. The mom picked that specific time to tell her special news for a reason.... she wanted you to know her...

4. Confessions of a 30-Something RN Grad

   shotzynurse replied to LuvofNursing's topic in New Nurse

   when i read this, all i could do was nod in agreement, laugh and try not to cry. i, too, am a 'non-traditional' student in my mid-40's who took my nclex this week. bodily functions, mine, not my patient's, were all i could think about during the test...