Good Morning, Gil

Good Morning, Gil

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About Good Morning, Gil

Good Morning, Gil has 3 years experience and specializes in Rehab, critical care.


I chose nursing as my career because I wanted a job in which I could improve the human condition. I love all of the details/attention I get to give my patients in the ICU. When I'm not working, I enjoy walks with the hubby, seeing new places, singing, and taking naps when I can snag one! :)

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  1. Does your SO understand job stress?

    But, really, I wouldn't trade 3 days a week even for the amount we do in a day sometimes. I can't imagine doing the 9-5 right now with only 2 days off a week. Yuck.
  2. Does your SO understand job stress?

    But, he does say sometimes, "I wish I could work 3 days a week." To that, he gets an "eye roll." And, a reminder, that 4 days off a week is nice, but we accomplish in 3 days what most people don't even accomplish in 2 weeks at their jobs.
  3. Does your SO understand job stress?

    Sometimes, I feel that my husband doesn't quite understand. But, that's not because he's not understanding; he's just not a nurse and doesn't work in healthcare. But, even though he works a desk job, he understands what I do when I describe it to h...
  4. Compassion, easily lost?

    When nurses start acting like you mentioned, it's time to go. Actually, it's time to go before that happens. Nurses do need to vent to each other sometimes. It's just necessary, but it needs to be done far away from the patient, not within ear sho...
  5. A little too proud to be a nurse?

    That was a refreshing post. :) When I first read the title, I thought you meant that you were too proud (as in prideful) to be a nurse. What a pleasant surprise. Most people have no idea what we do. We're in charge of everything without actually b...
  6. I work in ICU, so it really just depends on the day. Most of the time, I get out on time. Sometimes, I just need to stay 15 mins extra to chart. Sometimes, it's so crazy, patient so unstable all day,that I don't eat anything, and don't chart until...
  7. Yes, I did! I worked in a non-acute area (still bedside nursing, though) for a year, was the charge nurse, and was looked to for help/guidance from new people on the unit, was comfortable with my group, etc, like you mentioned. And, then left to wo...
  8. I'm one of those, as well, but I wouldn't call myself highly educated lol, just educated. I had a bachelor's degree in another field and decided to go for my RN. I pursued it primarily because I wanted to be a nurse, and saw how flexible the field ...
  9. Yes, I do (think it's more likely to get a job once you're licensed), especially in certain states that won't consider you until you're licensed. Some states do the GN thing, and others don't, just depends on your location.
  10. Going from Respiratory therapist to Registered Nurse?

    Possibly, though it would probably only help you when competing against new grad nurses. If you're competing against an experienced nurse, they would probably get it first. And, also, critical care transport isn't easy to get as most people want th...
  11. Finding job after FNU?

    Hey guys, So, I've decided that I will pursue the FNP degree, am excited about it, but need to save money first, start my family. Am glad that I reached this decision, feels good to have a plan. Would like to pursue rural health down the line. ...
  12. Nurses need water

    Yep, true. The only time I drink water is during lunch break. Then, usually, don't drink anything until I get home. However, I think most of us just forget to take care of ourselves while we're taking care of others. There's no reason why we can'...
  13. I moved out of state after graduation, so there was that. And, then, studied for the NCLEX for a month while applying for jobs. Didn't have any luck on the job front until I took and passed the NCLEX. And, even then, it was slim pickings (not many...
  14. what career is the hardest to work in?

    It's really not a contest. Sure, teachers have to take work home with them sometimes, but they get all holidays and weekends off, not to mention, an entire summer. Okay, they might have to go in there early, but still, they get a lot of time off. ...
  15. Size matters? (IV question)

    Actually, I'm an ICU nurse, and usually, I'm "married" to the 20 gauge and everyone else seems to be on my unit, too. Usually because that's the largest catheter I or anyone else can insert in most of the patients (not the best veins), but on those ...