Thistle

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1. Could THIS Be the Cause of the Nursing Shortage?

   Thistle replied to Q.'s topic in General Nursing

   Ok, here's my 2 cents worth.... I left nursing nearly 2 years ago although I have kept up my license. I worked 12 hr night shifts on the renal floor of a major hospital. Why did I leave?.... I'd had enough of the abuse! The docs treat nurses as if th...

2. Professional Attire for Nurses

   Thistle replied to RNforLongTime's topic in General Nursing

   I can see your point about increased respect when a nurse wears all white, but it also gives a less friendly, stand-offish appearance. I believe the patients feel more at ease when colors or prints are worn. I always wear clean, pressed white jeans w...