Damion Jenkins MSN, RN

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    Gonna Quit: When Nursing Is Rough...

    Damion Jenkins replied to jeastridge's topic in General Nursing

    THIS!!! Until we nurses (from the bedside to nursing leadership) strive to uplift, support and mentor our own - nursing will always be one of the most undesirable positions in healthcare. The role of...
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    Anyone else regret becoming a nurse?

    Damion Jenkins replied to Florida Sun RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you Florida Sun RN for sharing. Many of us share similar feelings. Regret that I became a nurse is not one of them though. By no means have I sailed through becoming the nurse that I am today. I...
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    Inadequate Staffing: Patient Safety in Today's Healthcare Marketplace- A Four Part Series

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in General Nursing

    "We are short again today" - A daily phrase used by nursing staff that summarizes the consistent inadequate nursing staff ratios that healthcare facilities seem to continue to support. Inadequate...
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    How Nurses can Enhance Interprofessional Collaboration in Today's Healthcare Settings

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Identifying Common Collaboration Challenges Major factors that affect collaboration include communication, respect and trust, unequal power, understanding professional roles, and task...
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    Can a registered nurse work as a medical assistant

    Damion Jenkins replied to yourstrulynurse87's topic in General Nursing

    Hi yourstrulynurse87, I am glad that you got an interview and that the DON "hired you" on the spot. Unfortunately, a verbal statement of hire does not mean you have a job at that facility. You did...
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    RN with no work experience

    Damion Jenkins replied to NJSassyCat's topic in General Nursing

    Good evening NJSassyCat - and CONGRATULATIONS! We are so very happy to have you! Firstly, don't be scared. We all need to gain real-world experience once we graduate and pass the NCLEX. Although...
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    Should I feel guilty?

    Damion Jenkins replied to RNOrtho's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there RNOrtho - welcome to nursing, we are so very lucky to have you. I share the same sentiments as those who have already replied in regards to not feeling guilty. The bottom line is that...
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    Wanting to leave bedside nursing

    Damion Jenkins replied to highhope's topic in Nursing Career

    Good afternoon highhope. First, let me assure you that you are not alone in feeling the way that you do. Many of us nurses go through the same thing around the 6 month mark. Eager to make a...
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    Prioritization: Helping New Nurses Transition into Practice

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in Nursing Career

    You may also be interested in Delegation: Helping New Nurses Transition into Practice. When I've interviewed new graduate nurses about what they find most difficult as they transition from...
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    Keith Carlson: Choosing the Path of the Nurse Entrepreneur

    Damion Jenkins replied to Nurse Keith's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Thank you for sharing Keith! We can all learn from one another, and your story is reassuring and inspiring for those of us who are hitting the ground running. You are very much appreciated! Best,...
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    Three Things Everyone Should Know About the NCLEX

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you Chrispy11 for sharing your experience and for adding to this discussion! I appreciate your kind words! Best,
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    Three Things Everyone Should Know About the NCLEX

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    To help prevent distraction from the many urban legends and individual horror stories that are only adding to increased test-anxiety, I have created a list of the 3 things everyone should know about...
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    How to Identify and Respond to Bullying and Incivility

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in General Students

    According to the American Nurses Association (ANA), bullying is a major barrier to enhancing the nursing profession. The ANA and other nursing organizations have provided several resources to empower...
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    As a new graduate nurse just eight years ago, I specifically remember thinking upon my graduation - "Nursing school was the hardest thing I've ever experienced!" It was a mutual feeling among all of...
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That is
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My pleasure - we're all in this
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    SisterofMary, thank you for contributing to this discussion. We all feel your struggle. Please know that excellent nursing care arrives with effective teamwork and flexibility. It is true that we...
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you TriciaJ for your kind words. Best,
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    masonicus, ADN, RN - you are very welcome! Truth be told - you'll never know everything! Don't let other nurses convince you of anything different. The goal is to learn every day, and to learn from...
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you Chrispy11, RN for your contribution to this discussion. Congratulations on your new position in dialysis. From what I hear - Dialysis Nurses love their jobs. You'll do great! Best,
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    New Nurse Tips: Reality Shock and Strategies to Adjust

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you dialysisnurseLC, LPN, RN for that positive feedback! Congratulations on your new position - you'll do great! Best,
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    How to Identify and Respond to Bullying and Incivility

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in General Students

    Thank you Wuzzie for your support and contribution to this discussion. Best,
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    How to Identify and Respond to Bullying and Incivility

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in General Students

    Thank you heron for your contribution to this discussion. The answer to your question can be found in the article as well as the comments within this thread. Best,
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    How to Identify and Respond to Bullying and Incivility

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in General Students

    Thank you Wuzzie for your contribution to this discussion. I appreciate your feedback, though I disagree with you regarding my "educating". This forum is for nursing students. The original comments by...
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    How to Identify and Respond to Bullying and Incivility

    Damion Jenkins replied to Damion Jenkins's topic in General Students

    Thank you Here.I.Stand for sharing your thoughts and for contributing to this discussion. Best,