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No. 30
from burn out
Old Apr 22, 2006, 09:41 AM

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iNFj- I am right were I need to be. This explains why I stay wher I am and never put in for that desk job-because I really don't want it. I am the counselor just like Nelson Mandela, Jimmy Carter (yuck), Mel Gibson, Mother
Theresa and our own Christvs.

P.s. Enjoyed this thread more than any.Thanks for the great idea.
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No. 31
from RaggedyRN
Old Apr 22, 2006, 10:07 AM

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ESFJ

72 Distinctively expressed extrovert
12 Slightly expressed sensing personality
62 Distinctively expressed feeling personality
22 Slightly expressed judging personality

Provider Guardians take it upon themselves to arrange for the health and welfare of those in their care, but they are also the most sociable of all the Guardians, and thus are the great nurturers of established institutions such as schools, businesses, churches, social clubs, and civic groups

Maybe I should have stuck with teaching...I used to be an elementary Ed teacher...good thing there's lots of teaching in nursing

Providers are skilled in maintaining teamwork among their helpers, and are also tireless in their attention to the details of furnishing goods and services

Yup..that's me...I was a darn good waitress
Providers are extremely sensitive to the feelings of others, which makes them perhaps the most sympathetic of all the types, but which also leaves them rather self-conscious, that is, highly sensitive to what others think of them

Sometimes I'm afraid to post because I care about what you all think of me I really do much better in person.

This same characteristic causes them to be good in many people-to-people jobs, as teachers, clergy, coaches, social workers, office receptionists, and so on.

Good thing nursing is a people to people job! Guess I'll do OK as long as there are people there..LOL

This was fun! Thanks.
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No. 32
from Drysolong
Old Apr 22, 2006, 10:25 AM

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INTJ like William F. Buckley, Jr. OK
Peter Jennings OK
Colin Powell like him, don't agree with him
Katie Couric ???? is this good or bad?
Arnold Schwarzenegger as an actor OK, governor NO

I've taken these tests a number of times previously and they are pretty accurate.

What are INTJ's good for in nursing IYHO???
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No. 33
Old Apr 22, 2006, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Drysolong
INTJ like William F. Buckley, Jr. OK
Peter Jennings OK
Colin Powell like him, don't agree with him
Katie Couric ???? is this good or bad?
Arnold Schwarzenegger as an actor OK, governor NO

I've taken these tests a number of times previously and they are pretty accurate.

What are INTJ's good for in nursing IYHO???
I am an INTJ too. I read on there that most INTJ's go into sciences and engineering.
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No. 34
from kmwb
Old Apr 22, 2006, 12:33 PM

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Ahhh yes I am an "idealist" ENFJ.
I am still in school but want to pursue ED, OR, ICU, CCU or even Medicine(probably ER doc)

Currently working LTC bit to sane and monotonous for me, not saying it isnt a great field, I love some aspects of my job, but I thrive on stress and excitement. Yep I'm an "idealist" hoping for my perfect world:P
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No. 35
Old Apr 22, 2006, 06:14 PM

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INFJ - WE ARE THE RAREST!!!!!
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No. 36
from A&E4ME
Old Apr 25, 2006, 10:53 PM

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I'm an INFJ too! Counselor Idealist. How does that relate in nursing specialties?

Thanks for posting this--it was fun!
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No. 37
Old Apr 26, 2006, 09:16 PM

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ISFJ. The description was right on. I don't understand what the numbers mean though. Can someone help out a confused person here??
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No. 38
from jjjoy
Old Apr 28, 2006, 01:10 AM

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INTJ - though also very close to INTP

I haven't been able to find a niche in nursing... I enjoyed public health and research most in school. I preferred the detailed focus of ICU over the multiple patient juggling of med-surg. I enjoyed educating and comforting patients but was all to aware of my lack of knowledge and experience. In doing follow-up for a community clinic, I found myself enjoying manipulating the database and developing more efficient workflow. I taught English as a second language and enjoyed making it engaging and relevant for the learners. I also wanted to more involved in the overall curriculum development but had no opportunity. I currently work on a health resources database which involves reviewing lots of literature. My mind is always thinking of ways to improve on the system and the product. I'm very aware of big picture issues (nursing shortage, impacted nursing programs, underinsured people, etc) and like to discuss them but am not a take charge kind of person to actually take an active role... besides, as soon as I begin focusing on one area, my interest is perked in a different area. I enjoy philosophical discussion as long as we can bring it back down the real world at some point. I enjoy planning trips, setting an itinerary and finding good deals. Anyone relate to this? What do you do?
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No. 39
from krisssy
Old Apr 28, 2006, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rn_chickey
ESFJ

72 Distinctively expressed extrovert
12 Slightly expressed sensing personality
62 Distinctively expressed feeling personality
22 Slightly expressed judging personality

Provider Guardians take it upon themselves to arrange for the health and welfare of those in their care, but they are also the most sociable of all the Guardians, and thus are the great nurturers of established institutions such as schools, businesses, churches, social clubs, and civic groups

Maybe I should have stuck with teaching...I used to be an elementary Ed teacher...good thing there's lots of teaching in nursing

Providers are skilled in maintaining teamwork among their helpers, and are also tireless in their attention to the details of furnishing goods and services

Yup..that's me...I was a darn good waitress
Providers are extremely sensitive to the feelings of others, which makes them perhaps the most sympathetic of all the types, but which also leaves them rather self-conscious, that is, highly sensitive to what others think of them

Sometimes I'm afraid to post because I care about what you all think of me I really do much better in person.

This same characteristic causes them to be good in many people-to-people jobs, as teachers, clergy, coaches, social workers, office receptionists, and so on.

Good thing nursing is a people to people job! Guess I'll do OK as long as there are people there..LOL

This was fun! Thanks.

I am ISFJ. I was a nurse, an elementary school teacher, then nurse. Why did you leave teaching?

Krisssy
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