stevie22

stevie22 has 9 years experience.

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1. Have any of your patients ever told you that you're a good nurse?

   stevie22 replied to EquinoxSolstice92's topic in Relations

   I have been told this on occasion and it makes me feel great. More often I will get comments such as "are you sure you can't stay all night" (I work days) or "are you back tomorrow". I never feel like I am being manipulated for anything. I'm very str...

2. Hospital hoarders and pack rats

   stevie22 replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

   Haha yes!!! Saving all their food from breakfast, lunch, and dinner!!

3. Nurses, do you feel respected by NPs

   stevie22 replied to Buckeyeqt's topic in General Nursing

   Haha, this is true. I have had plenty of docs borrow my stethoscope for rounds, especially specialist

4. Nurses, do you feel respected by NPs

   stevie22 replied to Buckeyeqt's topic in General Nursing

   I have been an RN for 8 years and just finished the NP program. I couldn't imagine treating anyone, whether it be another NP, an MD, an RN or an MA with any disrespect (given they aren't treating me with disrespect). I have said this from day one and...

5. Hostile work environment - Violent Doctor

   stevie22 replied to Summer70's topic in General Nursing

   If this happened at the hospital I worked at the dr would have been written up. It would not be tolerated. The best advice I can give is if you have a system for these write ups (we do, it's called Safety Net) then just advise everyone keep on it, if...

6. Tips for Being a Good Patient

   stevie22 replied to keepitsecret's topic in Relations

   It may not be your job to be a "good" patient however it does take two to build a good rapport so keeping lines of communication wide open and making your needs known are important to ensure good care is met. Here are my thoughts from the perspective...

7. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

   stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

   I got my official "rejection" yesterday....cried for about 15 minutes and now I'm ready to figure out what's next, don't want to sit here in limbo doing nothing. I hear I can go for my MSN and then apply post grad school for NP, does anyone know anyt...

8. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

   stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

   I haven't been called for an interview...that's why I'm pretty sure I'm not getting in but I wish they would come on and post it, ya know. Congrats to you...I hope you enjoy the program! :-)

9. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

   stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

   i cannot believe another week has gone by and no decision has been posted on my page...even though I know deep down it's most likely a rejection...this is pure torture!!

10. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    yes, congrats to you! i am also wondering if you had an interview?? i did call today, prior to ready this post and they said decision letters would be mailed within a week to a week and a half, however, if they require an interview that would be a "r...

11. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    anyone still sitting at "committee ready"??

12. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    ok...what are they waiting for????? post the decision already!!

13. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    so they must be waiting for 5pm to post the update cause my status still says committee ready...maybe they'll wait til 5pm cause they close then and want to dodge 100 phone calls, lol!

14. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    I agree, I have no idea what they are looking for either and I too, am very confident I will be getting my rejection letter as well, but I have already begun making plans to move on with applications to other schools and continuing my education in th...

15. University of Maryland SON FNP Fall 2011

    stevie22 replied to stevie22's topic in Maryland

    I'm sure I'm right in line behind you! Don't be embarrassed, there are plenty that will get "rejected". I'm going to have to tell my whole family too...it's all good! Better luck next time right?!! I wish you all the best with whatever you choose to ...