vetnrse

vetnrse

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  1. substandard(infuriating) reservation health care

    vetnrse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok, so here it is. A prime example (that is infuriating) of substandard health care for Indians. I get a call yesterday. Grandma is in the small 12 bed bordertown reservation hospital (bandaide...

  2. Indian elders are freezing to death on our reservations

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    go to www.friendsofpineridge.org there you will find several places in need of blankets,warm clothing and essential items, with the contact person and address to

  3. For Teachers-->American Indians: What NOT to teach

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    It is South Dakota that has done away with Columbass Day quite a few years ago and celebrates instead Native American Day. Theres probably a few others out west, but this is the one I know. Also June...

  4. What do Indians Want?

    vetnrse replied to zenman's topic in General Nursing

    thanks Thunderwolf. You said it

  5. Working for the Indian Health Service

    vetnrse replied to Dempather's topic in General Nursing

    No, you dont need to be Native to work for the IHS. There is and always has been a shortage of nurses on the reservations. Your services are greatly needed. Good

  6. American Indian health care a national embarrassment

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    I was at some IHS hospitals in South Dakota. Basically, people would not go there if they didnt have to but in most cases there were no alternatives. Much of the problem is funding. They just didnt...

  7. More than 1,200 homeless, nearly homeless on reservations

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    My thoughts exactly. I commend you Thunderwolf for putting so much time into these numerous informative posts.And I know it takes alot of time. I stay up way too late so I could follow up on these...

  8. State Proposes Protecting Sacred Site

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Halleluliah! finally a SD. governer that is not

  9. American Indian health care a national embarrassment

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, you lucked out. The IHS facilities I've been in were dangerous, to one's health.They were considered 'bandaide stations' to keep a pt. stable until transfer, as they just didnt have adequete...

  10. Osages to the Rescue

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks again Thunderwolf for this link. Ive seen reznetnews before,but forgot the name. I send these links to everyone so they can see for themselves about the forgotton people who are suffering...

  11. More than 1,200 homeless, nearly homeless on reservations

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Thankyou Thunderwolf. This is a great organization. All the info is there. This is exactly what I have been trying to do where I am, though I do it now as a one man operation, I would like to educate...

  12. More than 1,200 homeless, nearly homeless on reservations

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    so true

  13. Program lends hand to poor Indian tribes

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Wopila Thunderwolf , a big thankyou for this article and website link to this phenomenal rescue organization .This is exactly what I would like to do, since I found myself landed back on the east...

  14. No justice on reservations.

    vetnrse replied to funinsun's topic in General Nursing

    thanks funinsun, Very informative article,that most people have no idea that this stuff is real and true, having lived many years on Pine Ridge and Rosebud Rez.These are typical unfortunate and...

  15. Why So Many Unhealthy Nurses?

    vetnrse replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    So

  16. Why So Many Unhealthy Nurses?

    vetnrse replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    yep, its easier to maintane a habit, say an exercise program, than to lose it and have to start up again. BTW cute

  17. Why So Many Unhealthy Nurses?

    vetnrse replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    As nurses are caregivers, it seems like they take care of everyone else very well , as the priority, and put themselves last on the list to care for themselves. I know thats what I do. The fast pace...

  18. Why Dogs Make the Best Friends

    vetnrse replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in General Nursing

    currently, 2 dogs male lab mixes. They dont ever argue with you or tell you your faults( I think I know that already) Love unconditionally, even when youre in a bad mood. all they want to do is please...

  19. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    vetnrse replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, so here's our story; My Dad passed on within this last year.whenever he would visit at my sisters house (while alive) somehow, he would always block up the toilet somehow,after he used it,...

  20. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    vetnrse replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    was the pt actually shot in the heart?just curious

  21. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    vetnrse replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry about your pet loss and your Dad. I lost my dog of dogs to the Spirit World over 5 yrs I also lost my Dad this past year. some amazing things happened after and some real funny hints that he...

  22. Health care on the reservation truly shocking

    vetnrse replied to Bridey's topic in General Nursing

    good for you m.e. i worked on the navaho rz in ganado oh, about 17 yrs ago. you will love the people. i wouldnt worry about that. everyone is very friendly and helpful. are you working directly for tc...

  23. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    vetnrse replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    Yup, its totally normal, consider yourself lucky that you are among the few to be that open to allow these visions to come. they can provide very useful insight into where you are in your life now....

  24. Health care on the reservation truly shocking

    vetnrse replied to Bridey's topic in General Nursing

    LPNinVA ; so here is a link for you. Porcupine Clinic on PineRidge Reservation needs volunteers. they are tribally run , meaning they get funding from donations and grants and its never enough, since...

  25. The legitimacy of mixed-bloods

    vetnrse replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    You should brag about your friend Puluwak. she is definately worth bragging about . shes been through H..and back. A big thankyou to her for putting out her