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  1. I love nursing in Canada because...

    pugmum replied to bizzymum919's topic in Canada

    Amen! I like to live and work where healthcare is assumed to be more of a right than a priviledge. I like not having to keep track of every pill and bandage. Even though management will scream about...

  2. I don't know what to do

    pugmum replied to asilmk's topic in General Nursing

    $$$$$

  3. Hi!

    pugmum replied to tutusandfrogs's topic in International Nursing

    Welcome, welcome!! Phase out LPNs??? I doubt it....latest figures I heard were that there are now more "old people" in Canada than younger.....can't see it happening! Hopefully for you the wait will...

  4. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    pugmum replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I think they'd like this one better

  5. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    pugmum replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Thanks for responding Angie and Princess....yes, it is the South Beach, DD came home and showed me the book...guess I should read it along with them to make sure this is something I can live with...

  6. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    pugmum replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm not sure. It's south something...just came in and announced "I'm trying this South .....diet, and dad can do it with me. OK? Bye, see you later", and off she went, leaving me with my mouth open. I...

  7. LPN to RN

    pugmum replied to KimFutureLPN's topic in International Nursing

    I work in the Fraser Health Authority. There has been a shortage of RNs especially critical care RNs over the last several years. I did a paper last year and actually counted on the FH website...last...

  8. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    pugmum replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    OK folks, need some quick info please, and will probably not get through all 47 pgs on this thread. Does anyone know anything about the South ?Park or ?Plan or something like that diet? My DD wants to...

  9. Feel pretty good right now!

    pugmum replied to nursepenny's topic in General Nursing

    Pat, pat,

  10. Experiences with Prozac

    pugmum replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    Bless you for taking care of the poor pooch...No personal experience with Prozac, but a friend was prescribed it for depression. She began to see and show slight improvement after one week, and...

  11. Let's talk TRASH! Useless, outdated, OLD equipment or supplies on your unit, that is!

    pugmum replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    OMG!! You've got me beat...I was going to nominate our old tile flooring. Recently, some of the tiles have started to break. Last time our housekeeper took the floor polisher to it, two tiles...

  12. I don't know what to do

    pugmum replied to asilmk's topic in General Nursing

    alongbella, you gave some absolutely terrific advice, a primer on Defending Yourself 101... thanks!

  13. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    pugmum replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Quote: Originally Posted by yvonnemuse Do not use your vibrator at night when you have a roomate. Said roommate may insist...

  14. Is a suit appropriate for the interview?

    pugmum replied to mtn_aire's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations!

  15. WORST NIGHT EVER!!! Will it ever end????

    pugmum replied to PedsRNBSN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh my gosh... sorry you had such a crummy night! It may sound trite, but trust that things will get better. What more can I say... :flowersfo. Hang in

  16. Name that part. Words patients use for their own anatomy.

    pugmum replied to JEHORAPHA's topic in General Nursing

    thermometers.... for nipples. One of my patients was really upset with the thin hospital gown..."I'm cold and everyone can see my

  17. HELP!! Railroaded by co-worker!!

    pugmum replied to Phenomenon's topic in General Nursing

    Can you take your union rep with you to the meeting for moral support and advice? The presence of a witness may help in your discussions... just a thought. Good luck.

  18. Manitoba Nurses (Winnipeg)

    pugmum replied to bluelady79's topic in International Nursing

    Hi blue, I am in BC, and unfortunately wrote the exam back in the dark ages when you had to write 5 exams... medicine, surgical nursing, peds, OB, and psych. Took 3 days and you were about dead by the...

  19. LPN to RN

    pugmum replied to KimFutureLPN's topic in International Nursing

    Nice to hear you're coming back! Regarding the IVS, and scope of practice, on my unit (medicine), LPNs hang and maintain any periph IV that doesn't have a med in it. Can't initiate IVs though, look...

  20. insulin med error

    pugmum replied to flyladynurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    the previous posters have given good advice - and as far as anyone else making med errors, i think stats would show that most nurses have made one error or another throughout their careers. errors are...

  21. Moving to Canada - Agencies?

    pugmum replied to Tanneken's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Kenzie, you will also need to become registered within the province of BC if you are planning on moving to Victoria. Website for CRNBC is http://www.crnbc.ca/ Recently at my hospital we tried to...

  22. Sick and Tired of my Job!!!!!

    pugmum replied to HannasMom's topic in General Nursing

    My sentiments, too. I'd send in my resignation pronto while your recovering at home...Lots of get well wishes going your way. :flowersfo ...and this is for your boss ...and my sincere apologies if...

  23. Nurses Week Gifts

    pugmum replied to Tagtg2006's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so jealous...last year, a piece of cake handed out by the manager (if you were on shift)....year before...same thing. I'd given anything for a jar opener

  24. Manitoba Nurses (Winnipeg)

    pugmum replied to bluelady79's topic in International Nursing

    Have you contacted the Manitoba College of RNs yet? They might have some helpful info for you.:) In some provinces you can work as a graduate nurse on a temp. permit before you write your exams. Good...

  25. Where are you from?

    pugmum replied to noworries's topic in Canada

    aaawwwwhhh....hope this helps....http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c383/pugmum/timh.gif http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c383/pugmum/36_7_4.gif...