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  1. I have been an RN for 41 years and if a nurse tells you they have never made a mistake, they are lying to you! Learn from this, have a good cry and move on! Thank God he was OK. I had an experienced...
  2. If I were the patient and you woke me up to bathe me, I would be speaking with administration ASAP. How ridiculous! If people are awake, fine, bathe them if they would like. Does your facility not...
  3. If I said anything I would say "good luck with that!" And smile of course. Remember it is her hate and she is eaten up by that. Look at all her medical problems. She truly is a sad woman. Sadly I here...
  4. Serious Role Confusion

    Good luck with your new career. I must remember, your feelings are your feelings, whatever they may
  5. Serious Role Confusion

    Get over yourself! I graduated from law school but never, ever forgot that I was an RN first! Excitement is OK, feelings that your job functions are now beneath you, no. Interesting post though. Good...
  6. Need advice- 9 month temp position

    Stay there and enjoy your time there. Nothing in this life is guaranteed so relax and enjoy the ride. In the 70's there was also a slow down in hiring nurses. I had a job offer in Boston but also had...
  7. 9th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    Is that really the Head
  8. NCLEX in two days....prayers please...

    Best wishes for a successful test. Keep the
  9. What you wish you knew before starting nursing school

    That nursing is the best and the worst profession. Good luck. For me, it was the greatest. I am older now and went from nursing to law school. I will tell you working in a facility before graduation...
  10. NCLEX in two days....prayers please...

    If you can think critically, have basic nursing knowledge, and set priorities, you will be fine. One question has nothing to do with another so don't go there! Deep breathing and self talk of positive...
  11. Medication Mistake

    All of you younger nurses please tell me how often new grad RN's are hired to do Home Care.It worries me but I have been a nurse 41 years and worry about you younger nurses. Thank
  12. When calling in are you asked "what's wrong with you"

    That is not true. If you are ill, you may choose to tell them but you don't have to do so. If you come in, and want to speak to health nurse or management you should do so. As a responsible person,...
  13. Handling rude or dishonest patients

    Don't argue with patients, you will never win. Report the incident to the Charge nurse or Nursing Supervisor so they can become aware of the problem. Are others having this problem? Document,...
  14. Find some professional help immediately. You do need help. Hugs to you too. I am a "dinosaur" in nursing. 41 years to be exact. I have learned over the years that when a person throws things, calls...
  15. 2nd attempt on Tuesday

    Awesome you passed!