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Before finding my present (and great job) in rehab, I worked for 4yrs. in Peds HH, took alot of verbal abuse from caregivers that seemed to have the freedom to "verbally attack" the nurse to vent their frustrations. Stood my ground, and they usually backed down. The agency was sort of supportive, but also told me that the caregivers were under stress, so not to take it personally. Finally got tired of the non-support of the agency, and the hostile environment in the homes, and went looking elsewhere. Loved taking care of the kids.

I have 4 kids (now 4 adult kids--my strongest cheerleaders!). 1st husband left when they were 13,11,8,2. Within 3 mo. I had enrolled in an RN--ADN program. Maxed out loans, grants, etc. Some days I knew I had sacrificed my kids for my education, but it was the only way. My ex-mom-in-law took my youngest to live with her so I could go to school, and my parents pitched in to help with my other 3. Never would have made it w/out all their help. I have enjoyed my career, and my kids are proud of me--often refer to those lean times--they are ambitious, the oldest is a SFC Army MP, doing a 2nd tour in Afghanistan, another is an orchestra instuctor who also plays in a symphony, another plays in a Bluegrass band--they played on 2 stages at the Walnut Valley Festival this yr., and my daughter is working in LTC. I was 31 when nursing school started--you are NEVER too old to start!! Your future is waiting--go to school!! My tho'ts and prayers are with you. By the way--I have a wonderful 2nd hubby, and enjoy working PT in Rehab. :-)

Would have been a History Prof. Nsg. supports my hobby of reading studying history. Still like to believe that time travel is possible, although that theory is not likely possible. But if I could, would go back in time, with the abx, of course, and my medical/nsg. knowledge. :-) Wish I were 25yrs. younger, and the arthritis didn't tell me every day that I am not a "spring chicken" anymore.

Thanks for all the responses. Dr. was out yest. and by 8a, the pain was tolerable. And today he is off at noon. So, will make an appt for Mon. No pain today. Am back to the cooked cereal/soup diet. It works, have very little pain when I stay with that, although the carbs are not so good for the DM2. Tired of living on the Darvocet. Would trade Timothy--I'd take the "flu bug" in exchange for the pancreatitis. BTW, how are you doing, Timothy? (I have a son named Timothy ( "Tim" ) , teaches orchestra in middle schools, plays in a symphony. Talented young man. Gives me private concerts when I go visit. :-)

Dr. office opens in about 7hrs. Will be there. UNLESS it gets worse, then will go to the ER. Just because I love my job in at the hosp. does not mean I want to live there. And is a great place to work.

Just made it home from work, and in pain AGAIN. Had Acute Pancreatitis in early Sept., spent a week in the hosp. with pain meds. The pain faded, was better when I stay with simple foods. But tonight it has really flared up--the pain is an 8/10. My boss has been gracious and let me go PRN while I was recooping. My Dr. has suggested that I may end up with chronic as the pain comes and goes. I don't touch alcohol. Feeling discouraged, and am so worried I'll be admitted again if I see my Dr. The pain is so distracting. Anybody else ever have pancreatitis? My BS are not well controlled with all the pain. Thanks for listening. I'm to the point I hardly remember how it felt to feel well.

This BIG "Thank you" goes to all of the military nurses, and medical support. I am an RN, work Rehab. My son is in his 2nd tour of Afghanistan--career Army MP. I'm so proud of him, and even though I worry, I do appreciate the fact that you all are there to take care of him, if needed, and the rest of our soldiers. Thank you for your service. I know this isn't a part of this thread, but didn't know where else to let you know how much you are appreciated.

Love it when Timothy writes. The male nurses I work with are a great group, with positive attitudes. Wish more of the female nurses were more positive. Am content, more than happy with my life. Have a great husband, love my work in rehab (the job needs improvement), children are grown, and for the most part are taking care of themselves. Wish the Middle East wars were finished--then my son, and the others would come home. Faith in God is so important in my life, and I am thankful He hears my prayers and answers.

The one nurse that has been the rudest to me is a member of my mother's church. When I am scheduled to work with her, I do my work, and do my best not to have to work with her. Sad testimony of her faith.

Have been an RN for >25yrs., mainly in clinic, home health, LTC, very little hosp.exp. Went back to the hosp. for stable hrs./good benefits. Have been at my job for 3wks., and enjoy it. Except for one of my preceptors. She is so "cold", have to "pull info" out of her, and seems to have the attitude to let me learn on my own. The other preceptor has been great, and have learned more from her in just a few days. Am pretty well on my own now, and feel good about my nursing care, just learning to pick up speed, and learn to fine tune the paperwork. (alot has changed in hosp. nursing since I was there a # of yrs. ago!) Have known the "cold ns." for a number of years, and she has been friendly, and is a deeply religious person--but now that we are co-workers, it is almost as if I don't exist.