HiddenAngels

HiddenAngels

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  1. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    HiddenAngels replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    ha!

  2. Refusing Care of a COVID-19 Patient Due to Inappropriate PPE

    HiddenAngels replied to BiscuitStripes's topic in Disaster Preparation

    this is true.. but if you haven't taken report and don't feel comfortable, speak up about it. It might not help, but at least you

  3. Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    HiddenAngels replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This happened the weekend of Mar 13th at my facility as well. In one day all of the masks, hand sanitizer, purple top wipes just vanished... We are using bleach wipes... I'm sure they were removed...

  4. Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    HiddenAngels replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I honestly had a moment too. I was working and the rules were changing mid shift... It made me feel like what are they not telling us and I felt like I was having a panic attack at WORK!. Me, I want...

  5. Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    HiddenAngels replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes

  6. Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    HiddenAngels replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    ...and that's the thing.. that is the biggest problem now. The symptoms are showing up much later and by the time we realize it they are on a vent and we are trying to backtrack and see where this...

  7. What is it like in your hospital right now?

    HiddenAngels replied to FloatFNP-C's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Things are changing rapidly. Initially yes they were telling us to not wear mask unless caring for patients on precautions. They even started saying no mask or gowns for MRSA VRE CRE etc. Now upon...

  8. Proper self-care for nurses in the midst of covid 19

    HiddenAngels replied to Steph41's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Wish I could help. The same is happening in my dept. We are being debriefed constantly but yes people are listing their reasons why they can't care for COVID patients and rightly so. The PPE is...

  9. COVID-19 Testing

    HiddenAngels replied to DesertRosee's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Unfortunately we are all risking our lives at this point. Sometimes even with the best equipment out there we can never be too careful. We could catch it at a Target while shopping for toilet paper...

  10. What do you do with scrubs/shoes when leaving work?

    HiddenAngels replied to TXRN1012's topic in Disaster Preparation

    You could try a couple of stylish beanies and use them like work wear (wash and wear). I've used these at times but I'm not sure if you can find them cheap

  11. HELLLLLLLOOOOO, Retirement !

    HiddenAngels replied to Davey Do's topic in Retired Nurses

    CONGRATS on your retirement! Man, that must feel good... That cartoon was altruistic... loved

  12. School cancelled pinning and graduation...

    HiddenAngels replied to PianoTiles's topic in General Students

    Awwww I’m so sorry for this... Hang in there.... Maybe try to get creative with a few friends from school after everything has passed and take a nice vacation and celebrate somewhere... CONGRATS!...

  13. What is it like in your hospital right now?

    HiddenAngels replied to FloatFNP-C's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I will say this. After reading these posts I feel less alone. Yes I work with nurses but I don’t dare say my innermost thoughts.... (all of you do and I get the warm and fuzzies)... Same situations...

  14. Crises Pay

    HiddenAngels replied to sooner74's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes some of the hotels have discounted rates. However they seem deserted, also most of the amenities are closed until this is over so make sure you have your own toiletries and

  15. Disappointed by colleague

    HiddenAngels replied to Sarah2018's topic in General Nursing

    This is the first but not the last time you will cross paths with someone who makes comments about your actions. Who cares what they think. If he says something to you, then you never be afraid to...

  16. So you're an RN - you must be earning big!

    HiddenAngels replied to _littlemissBSN's topic in General Nursing

    What a crock! For all the time we spend and how on point we have to be over the course of 12 hours or 8 hours or whatever your shifts are.. Doctors current salaries are where ours should be. I don't...

  17. So you're an RN - you must be earning big!

    HiddenAngels replied to _littlemissBSN's topic in General Nursing

    First I will laugh at this headline, then I will read the

  18. Oh no you didn't

    HiddenAngels replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ah ha ha ha ha! This is hilarious! I do 100% wish you well but this is freaking comical! I wouldnt go, but you gotta go. Please keep us

  19. Dealing with Stress at Work

    HiddenAngels replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    These are some really good stress relievers! When I get stressed at work, I usually take 5, grab my phone and headphones and go to a lounge, empty rrom, etc and play one of my fav upbeat songs. When I...

  20. Admitting More ICU Patients than Hospital is Licensed To Take

    HiddenAngels replied to J Friday's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm a little shocked your docs are okay with

  21. Admitting More ICU Patients than Hospital is Licensed To Take

    HiddenAngels replied to J Friday's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yeh that was my question.. Were they admitted ICU status. I have seen overflow from PICU and such but not 9 or 10. This would concern me.. I wouldn't end the shift without speaking to

  22. NCLEX is scheduled for April 11, 2018

    HiddenAngels replied to Howardrn2017's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First, Good Luck!!!! You got this! In theory, really put yourself in those situations with the questions. What are you going to do as that patien's

  23. Adults who prefer wearing diapers

    HiddenAngels replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Sour Lemon I'm dying with "the big burly man".... Ha ha

  24. Adults who prefer wearing diapers

    HiddenAngels replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Ummm so yeh, get him to the floor

  25. Opioid Crisis: 5 Options for Action

    HiddenAngels replied to Lane Therrell FNP's topic in General Nursing

    This is a very touchy subject for me, not because of personal experience but mostly in my line of work. Too often I have seen patients code either at home and resuscitated by EMTs or at work, and we...