Socrates12358

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1. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Stress 101

   I agree that I do need help but I can't afford a therapist without insurance. My 90 days will be 2/21 and then my insurance will kick in. So not too much longer. My mom is my life saver and I can talk to her about all of this and she supports and enc...

2. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Stress 101

   I'm currently taking lamictal, lexapro and Ativan. Was taking latuda as well but had to stop when insurance did and actually feel a little better off of it. I do have a psychiatrist and he's great. I'm just tired of living with this anxiety and feel...

3. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in Stress 101

   I've been working as a RN for almost 5 years. I've always been plagued with anxiety and depression but it has multiplied with this profession. Last year I tested positive for THC and lost my job. I've been put on a one year probation which makes it h...

4. Choosing between two jobs, help!

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in New Nurse

   I've been an RN for over a year now. My first job was in a nursing home on night shift working two units, a LTC and a Ortho rehab. I would have between 20-35 patients usually. I loved my LTC patients, but was frustrated with the frequent call offs...

5. Will I ever get comfortable in the ICU?

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in New Nurse

   I'm finishing my 11th week of a 12 week orientation, and as the time approaches to be working on my own I find myself in a panic. I've been terrified everyday so far during my orientation. The first 10 weeks were on day shift, and that was awful. ...

6. ICU Nurse needs advice

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Career Support

   Yes I am in orientation still but only have a few more weeks left. I worked yesterday, with a cold, and it was awful. It was the first time I broke down crying. I've dealt with depression since the 3rd grade and I take Prozac to help.

7. ICU Nurse needs advice

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in Career Support

   I've been a nurse for a little over a year. I worked at a nursing home doing LTC and Ortho rehab and after a while I started liking it. Recently I accepted a position at a Cleveland Clinic ICU and after 8 weeks on the floor I realize that I hate it. ...

8. New nurse and very depressed

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in New Nurse

   It's a little better now... I haven't cried in over a week and am able to eat again. The only thing that still bothers me is the lack of support at night if I have a question or run into a problem. I'm fine passing meds and doing treatments... I'm wo...

9. New nurse and very depressed

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in New Nurse

   Wow we do sound a lot alike, minus the pregnancy of course. I'm glad to hear its getting better for you. I start on my own tonight and I'm pretty nervous. Luckily there are a few other nurses in the building, I would probably hyperventilate if I was ...

10. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in New Nurse

    Glad to hear that your confidence is improving, that's definitely a problem of mine. I'm trying to stick it out. I actually like the place I'm working at and the people. I find night shift to be much less hectic, I just need to be able to sleep durin...

11. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in New Nurse

    Wow we do sound a lot alike, minus the pregnancy of course. I'm glad to hear its getting better for you. I start on my own tonight and I'm pretty nervous. Luckily there are a few other nurses in the building, I would probably hyperventilate if I was ...

12. New nurse starting on my own tonight

    Socrates12358 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've had a few weeks of orientation but I'm starting on my own tonight. I work at a LTC facility and also have a hall of ortho rehab patients. Census is slightly low so I'll only have around 21 pts. I'm so scared and nervous. Part of me thinks I'm re...

13. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 posted a topic in New Nurse

    I graduated in May and got my license in July. It took me until October to find a job due to lack of experience and that I have my ADN. I'm prone to depression/anxiety but its been years since I've had a major episode. I take Prozac and Buspar daily ...