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- Wow, if you think you are drained now, wait until you work on a hospital telemetry unit as the only aide for 15 patients...1
- Forum: Patient Care Technician / Assistants (PCT/PCA)
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- I had just gotten a job in an assisted living facility. I was getting dropped off and I couldn't walk in there. I got warm,...1
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- Perhaps, you are right and this is not for you. Most people I knew in school were dedicated and passionate about their work...3
- Forum: General Nursing Student
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- I think when they figure out the staffing ratio at LTC facilities, they figure what are the maximum number of residents a...3
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- I realize this is a very old post but there is a huge point missed here, the reason the RN yelled at you (which is...2
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- For me ABSOLUTELY. The longer I am in it the more I love it. I am glad that I did med/surg then ICU , CVRU etc..and then...6
- Forum: Registered Nurses: Diploma / ADN / BSN
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- Yes, but not a strong yes. The work does take a lot out of you. Co-worker problems are not unique among nurses. That...5
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- All I can say after 27 years of Hospital Nursing............Absolutely not!!! The bad so outweighs the good now. I love...8
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- Try working jobs that dont require people skills, see if you like it. Ive worked as a mechanic, framed houses, even worked...1
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- Hi, y'all. First time posting a new topic, and I hope you don't mind a little burnout vent. I'm having a hard time...2
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- The first day on the job is usually very stressful! Make sure to ask lots of questions on things you don't understand. :hug:...2
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- It takes time. There is just so much to learn and most of it you only learn from experience. You have so many patients and...2
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- Healthcare workers have hand hygiene drilled into their brains, but most people do not. You can go to the grocery store and...3
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- Melodiereshon. During nursing school I worked almost every Friday Saturday and Sunday 12 hour shifts and almost every "paid"...1
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- Wow! I've worked in customer service for the last ten years. My current employer I have been with for the last 7 years. I've...2
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- This is a total late post to this thread but I am going to post it anyways. I have worked as a CNA at a hospital for the...1
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- The OP really touches my heart. I've been a CNA for over 8 years, and I've struggled for the past 2 1/2 years or so...2
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- Do not let a nasty preceptor ruin your spirit. She should not be allowed to precept.Hang in there.12
- Forum: Emergency Nursing
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- That nurse that responded to you that way was rude, period. Unnecessary. At some point (better sooner than later), you...20
- Forum: Emergency Nursing
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- Holy crap CNA's have one of the hardest, most physically demanding jobs on earth. And they make *****. You are correct,...2
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- Working as an RN at a nursing home was physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually stressful. Demands are high, meds...4
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- I could write something nasty, but I will not. However you don't know what you don't know. I thought the same thing as a CNA...6
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- It sounds like there is some misunderstanding on both sides. RN's in LTC are one of the the most overworked, understaffed...14
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- I'm sorry your unit culture is such that you feel the need to post something like this. I can assure you it isn't always...15
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- After two weeks and three interviews, I was offered a job on Friday evening! I am so excited. I am very hopeful as I...2
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- Yes, you were very much put in a tough spot, and it sounds like you handled it the best that you could, so kudos to you my...3
- Forum: General Nursing Discussion
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- In my opinion, if all you have is a piece of paper that says "DNR," then you treat the patient as you would any other until...9
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- I'm baffled. What caused the patient to decline so quickly? Was the patient in the process of quickly declining when...1
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- Crying shows that you are human. I would seriously quit worrying about what others will think and stop dwelling on this...5
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- I agree, but if the rules of class state everyone is required to do it, they should follow the rules. I also agree this...3
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- I don't see why it is totally necessary to take a ride in a hoyer in order to demonstrate your competency in using it. And...19
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- Thank you Glenna. I can't believe I was even put in that situation. The lift we have can lift 400 lbs, I think the ladies...1
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- You learn something new everyday. That sure does sound like a roller coaster of emotions. When you are working in LTC/SNF...6
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- Hello almost, Thank you very much for your encouragement. The road I have chosen to become a nurse has been an...1
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- You are entitled to feel that way. I mean, let's be honest, wiping a** and smelling urine on a consistant basis is...2
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