TheSpectator

TheSpectator specializes in Med/Surg, LDRP.

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1. Bad experiences after another,how to overcome and find my niche?

   TheSpectator replied to irishlynn5's topic in General Nursing

   KatieMI Sorry to hear you had such a bad experience. I hope you've found your way to a better situation. It's true, sometimes there are going to be things that go on internally that we will not know about until we start the job. However, I feel it's...

2. Bad experiences after another,how to overcome and find my niche?

   TheSpectator replied to irishlynn5's topic in General Nursing

   Ok...real talk. One of the best things you can do for your future career is take responsibility for the jobs you accept. I know as a newer nurse it can be hard to find jobs at all, but from here on out research every job you apply for, a lot. Ask aro...

3. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

   TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Disabilities

   Good suggestion. Joining DDNA & networking with others is one of the first things I did. Being such a small specialty, it has been difficult to find others who work in the field. I'm so glad I found others in my area through DDNA! They've really ...

4. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

   TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Disabilities

   Congratulations :-)! What type of facility did you end up accepting? I declined my first offer after having a bad feeling about the company/working conditions. I have since been able to interview with my 1st choice and it went well. Should hear back...

5. What counts as experience?

   TheSpectator replied to hollyann89's topic in Career Support

   Yep! I work in L&D now. To my surprise, it is NOT my dream job. There's nothing wrong with it. I'm on a good unit, I like my coworkers, and am respected for doing a good job. It just turns out not to be my passion as I thought it would be & t...

6. Unit nurses...how do you feel about an outsider becoming manager?

   TheSpectator replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

   Another vote for bringing in an outside manager in most situations. My unit recently had to make this decision and promoting internally would have been a disaster for us. Some people have been resistant to change but it has worked out well so far.

7. "Bless Your Heart"

   TheSpectator replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Relations

   I was born, raised, and still live in the deep south. I actually have had a different experience with "Have a blessed day" than many here. It is usually used sincerely where I live. I don't personally use it, but am not offended by it when sincerely ...

8. How to Recruit talented nurses

   TheSpectator replied to IoraRecruiter's topic in General Nursing

   I agree with this. There are people who are wonderful employees out there that simply don't want to have a "family" feel with their work colleagues, and there is nothing wrong with that. I'm a fairly private person with strong work/life boundaries. I...

9. Self Reflection: What could you do better?

   TheSpectator replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Nursing

   I identify with this. If the laziness technically falls "within the rules" and it's not putting a patient at risk, I need to learn to just let it go. Some people will never be hard workers & complaining about that on a regular basis just makes me...

10. Exhausted Med-Surg Nurse

    TheSpectator replied to Soliloquy's topic in Med-Surg

    Just a follow up. I do work L&D NIGHT shift. I don't work days on purpose because it can be ccccrazy, especially if there is not good team work on your unit. There's terrific team work on the night shift where I am so I chose to go nights so I ca...

11. patient complaints

    TheSpectator replied to psmithlove's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, I agree with Seaofclouds. In this situation I communicate with the patient after literally every attempt to get the medication so they know I'm trying my best and care. Especially if I feel like they are becoming upset or it us taking an exorbit...

12. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

    TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Disabilities

    I interviewed for one, was offered and declined. I'm hoping I can find something was I think would fit me a little better because I'm looking for somewhere I can stay long term. There are limited opportunities for DD nursing in my area though. Thinki...

13. Exhausted Med-Surg Nurse

    TheSpectator replied to Soliloquy's topic in Med-Surg

    I was originally a med/surg nurse and switched to L&D. I always work my tail off and did ok in med/surg....but it was NOT for me. Some people thrive off of those types or work environments and some people are just exhausted by them. It's ok to be...

14. Therapeutic Oils in hospital

    TheSpectator replied to Maeve1982's topic in General Nursing

    I work in LDRP and this is becoming hugely popular with people seeking a natural birth right now. Our hospital does not offer this but allows pts to bring their own oils/diffusers. I love natural birth but almost every time essential oils have been u...

15. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

    TheSpectator replied to LobotRN's topic in Professionalism

    In my opinion it's just general laziness. When I was brand new, or really any time I take a new job in any field, I try to be one step ahead of my preceptor/trainer. Anticipating what needs to be done and being a self starter really impresses me. If...