Shagce1

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1. Longer commute for less pay. Worth it?

   Shagce1 replied to UseTheForce's topic in General Nursing

   If you are taking the same pay cut I would stay at current company and avoid the commute. My time is valuable and if it means an extra 3 hours on the road I wouldn't do it. That's also extra gas and wear and tear on your vehicle. If youre unhappy in ...

2. Off orientation--scared

   Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in LTAC

   In case anyone has been following my story. Thought I'd post an update. I have been working as a nurse for about 4 1/2 months now. Off orientation for about 10weeks. All of a sudden, last week it dawned on me that i was starting to get it. I am learn...

3. Are there nursing fields with less bullying from other nurses? Is it possible?

   Shagce1 replied to island2016's topic in Career Support

   The above poster is correct. Bully's are everywhere. I also think it can be a department or facility specific behavior. Leadership goes along way. If leadership allows that kind of behavior from its employees or actually behaves that way, bullying se...

4. Help! NEW GRAD wondering how to go about quitting my first nursing job on Med/Surg nights

   Shagce1 replied to Nursey5514's topic in General Nursing

   The crying and and anxiety are normal. Look around these boards. Especially the first year after licensure board. I have been going through the whole crying and anxiety thing. I am now 4 months in and the fear has slowly subsided. One of my good fri...

5. When did you last see a nurse wearing the old school garb?

   Shagce1 replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

   I did clinicals at a hospital last year that had a nurse who wore her cap, but none of the other garb. Regular scrubs. Just the cap.

6. quitting school, pls help.

   Shagce1 replied to mrsmarah's topic in General Students

   Have you spoke to an academic or guidance counselor? They may be able to help you.

7. I am starting to get depressed

   Shagce1 replied to alexamasan's topic in New Nurse

   Oh my I know how you are feeling. I too, am a new grad. I have been with my job for 4 months. Probably about 8 weeks on my own now. Things were feeling ok while I was still on orientation, I felt somewhat comforted by the fact I still had the safety ...

8. Off orientation--scared

   Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in LTAC

   Thanks ruby vee. I know that I have to go through it. And everyone does. I just want it to be over. I do need some tough love. Someone to snap me out of it and tell me to "suck it up buttercup." I assume every new nurse feels very similar, but it st...

9. Off orientation--scared

   Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in LTAC

   Here it is six weeks later and I am still struggling. I just can't seem to stop myself from being so hard on myself. I had a good week and thought things were starting to fall into place. And then the last shift I worked all heck broke loose. I could...

10. What is your work routine?

    Shagce1 replied to Tomrn2128's topic in Med-Surg

    During my initial assessment I talk to the patient and find out things out that way. Later on, as I am charting or if I have a question I will review notes, labs etc. Sometimes I might check labs quickly prior to med pass if I am verifying a potass...

11. New grad in the float pool?!

    Shagce1 replied to lelms's topic in Med-Surg

    Most float pool positions in my area want experienced RN's. They don't want to have to teach you how to be a nurse. Just orient you to the unit and let you fly. I am a new grad too and I am just one month off of my orientation and am still learning n...

12. Forced to get flu shot or wear a mask

    Shagce1 replied to nurse0614's topic in General Nursing

    Better than the option of get the shot or voluntarily terminate your position.

13. Too bad sweetheart, guess it's cold food for you..

    Shagce1 replied to overit013's topic in General Students

    I have nothing regarding the professor. Sounds pretty over the top. Could you make soup at home and bring it in a thermos or whatever other hot dish you prefer?

14. Recycled topics (vent)

    Shagce1 replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. I maybe even created a few of them at some point. I don't have a problem with it though. There is such a turnover of readers that there may be a fresh set of eyes reading and willing to reply. If a topic did not interest to me, or seems like it ...

15. What do other hospitals do regard to scheduling staff for weekends?

    Shagce1 replied to Metalchild's topic in General Nursing

    Every third weekend. And two Friday's and two Monday's during the 6 week schedule.