emdrn74

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1. Too much emphasis on "caring"

   emdrn74 replied to sweet~revenge's topic in General Nursing

   "Teach us how to be strong and effective in a way that doesn't destroy us." AMEN! We are a unique population and there has to be a way of empowering us without killing our spirits. What a great topic and thread. Thank you all for my" food for thought...

2. Newsflash: Med/Surg RN's have the toughest job

   emdrn74 replied to Guttercat's topic in Med-Surg

   I could not agree more. Beautifully stated!

3. does anyone regret this career?

   emdrn74 replied to cantdoit's topic in General Nursing

   Wow... I can relate to nearly all of you. The sad part is I just can't imagine doing anything else so I'm back in school for MORE NURSING!! LOL! It becomes part of you and as many have pointed out, there are several areas to try on and sadly it can t...

4. 2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

   emdrn74 replied to MarkTX's topic in Pre-Nursing

   That's true!! There are many options besides this one so try and be open to them (check the DOH site). You just never know what kind of opportunities you might miss by being too focused on something else. The stipend is a big help but just remember t...

5. 2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

   emdrn74 replied to MarkTX's topic in Pre-Nursing

   cummings8 did u hear anything? I tried to PM you but I don't think I'm allowed yet. I'm too new here. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

6. I think I committed career suicide

   emdrn74 replied to Ernurse2012's topic in Emergency

   The good news is that tele is usually begging for ppl. If you were actually good on tele and felt comfy there, kudos to you:) If you left on good terms and had a good relationship with your fellow nurses I would give them a call or even show up when ...

7. Best Hospitals in California

   emdrn74 replied to Borntobenurse?'s topic in California

   You and I must be neighbors! I too am in your shoes and looking to move to California:) I've worked tele down here and it's SOOOOO scary! I cannot even imagine EVER having 4 pts! LOL! the last time I had 4 tele pts was my clinicals:) As soon as I fi...

8. 2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

   emdrn74 replied to MarkTX's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Are you living at home? If not, I think there might be a way for you to be considered "independent" if you really are supporting yourself 100%. Just don't lie :) Make an appt with ur fin aid officer and ask them. I got mine 6 yrs ago, and the main c...

9. Bedside... Really?

   emdrn74 replied to Jennie.K's topic in CNM

   Bedside nursing can be pretty bad. BUT that's where you develop your assessment skills and "nursing intuition". All your learning comes from your patients and bedside is where that learning happens. No book/class or title can prepare you for real tim...

10. Not impressed and depressed

    emdrn74 replied to BitterSweetSN's topic in Pre-Nursing

    If you're fretting already start praying. This is a tough and competitive field and women can be brutal, especially in groups. Candimk2 is right on. A lot of people will try and be overly positive and supportive but they don't have to walk in your sh...

11. 2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

    emdrn74 replied to MarkTX's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I knew I'd get a reaction like that...I am a nurse after all and attitudes like that are rampant in this field. I am not in the least bit offended. Anyway, I was only sharing my personal experience and perhaps a little comfort to those who DO NOT get...

12. 2012-2013 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

    emdrn74 replied to MarkTX's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Hello everyone. I want to chime in on this and tell you about my experience. I received the scholarship and I'm currently in default. For those of you fretting over getting it, let me tell you, you might be better off without it. When you graduate yo...