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  1. Bossy Unit Clerks

    NancyRN posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Does anyone else here have a problem with bossy Unit Clerks? The unit clerks at my telemetry unit seem to add to the already unbearable stress levels. I don't know how to deal with them because they...

  2. Esthetics for RNs

    NancyRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been getting acid peels and permanant makeup at a plastic surgeon's office. The nurse who does them has been trained by the doctor. She was just in the right place at the right time; she had...

  3. Are u extremely organized and meticulous?

    NancyRN replied to susanna's topic in General Nursing

    I recommend FlyLady.net for all of you who can't seem to get organized. Her methods have totally changed my life! My whole house is decluttered, peaceful, and clean! The FlyLady method is simple:...

  4. The Pyxis System

    NancyRN replied to VRON's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had a problem with discrepancies in Pyxis. I would love it, except I have little or no fingerprints, and so it takes me about 25 tries to get in. I've had the machine reset several times...

  5. Us vs Them

    NancyRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    My daughter (a teacher) recently told me about a nurse friend who works in a nearby hospital. I asked her what her friend's specialty is, and she said, "I honestly don't know. To the general public,...

  6. It's Allllllllll In The Nurse's Cap!

    NancyRN replied to live4today's topic in Nursing Career

    Its always nice to see you posting here, cheerfuldoer! Glad also to see that you're looking into jobs with less stress. When I graduated 4 years ago at the ripe old age of 47, I wanted a cap because...

  7. pulse oximetry

    NancyRN replied to pediRNteacher's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Thank you

  8. pulse oximetry

    NancyRN replied to pediRNteacher's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    jan, thanks for the fascinating explanation! I was finally able to "see" in my mind why left ventricular hypertrophy causes pulmonary hypertension! What about pulse oximetry in infants with...

  9. I've Had It! Nursing is NOT what it use to be!

    NancyRN replied to live4today's topic in General Nursing

    I wear my Miraculous Medal (a Catholic religious symbol) at all times. No one has ever asked me to remove it, and I would not

  10. Nurses Storyline on "ER"??

    NancyRN replied to -jt's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Just once, I'd like to see ER depict a nurse crying after being verbally abused by a patient or family member. This show continually depicts patients being abusive towards staff; the staff seems to...

  11. I've Had It! Nursing is NOT what it use to be!

    NancyRN replied to live4today's topic in General Nursing

    Tooty, thanks for the glance at the "other side of the fence". I'm one of those who always wonders what it might be like to sit at a desk to work instead of running hospital hallways for 12-13 hours...

  12. I've Had It! Nursing is NOT what it use to be!

    NancyRN replied to live4today's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry to say, I've only been out of school 4 years, so I don't remember what it was. All I know is the abuse and the dread. I've worked in many facilities trying different places as agency but it...

  13. Nurses are not Doctors

    NancyRN replied to Plato's topic in General Nursing

    this is odd. i saw a post defining nurses as compassionate creatures. these same compassionate creatures have ripped plato to shreds just for posting an opinion! since all of you hold so much...

  14. " . . . or should we just hire someone mediocre who will stay a decade?"

    NancyRN replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    She didn't call you mediocre. Sounds like a poor choice of words. Maybe she was trying to be funny? I agree with Coug; saying, "That hurt my feelings," is infinitely better than crawling off to a...

  15. Alternative Geriactics

    NancyRN replied to PokyNursing's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    grouchy, I love the Universal Design concept. I believe if there were a neighborhood of new homes being built to these specs there would be a 10 year waiting list! I am just in my early 50's and I am...

  16. Alternative Geriactics

    NancyRN replied to PokyNursing's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I find it very sad when people have to move out of their homes simply because they cannot get around anymore. Wouldn't it be nice if all new homes being built today were handicapped accessible? Its...

  17. Need some support

    NancyRN replied to RINurse's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I didn't graduate til I was almost 50. I used to feel very discouraged when other nurses would tell me, "I have 20 years experience" because I'll never have 20 years experience. I take pride in...

  18. Lazy Nurse Recruiters?

    NancyRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know what a Nurse Recruiter actually does all day? I've been seeing posts from nurses who apply for a job and never hear back. I've had the same experience. One place that was...

  19. Nursing Diagnosis for Care Plan

    NancyRN replied to Vangoh's topic in General Nursing

    "Altered Tissue Perfusion" or "Impaired Tissue Integrity" . Related to decreased blood and nutrients to tissues, secondary to: surgical

  20. readers digest? nursing shortage!!!

    NancyRN replied to Keysnurse2008's topic in General Nursing

    In my facility, a large part of performance evaluations is based upon surveys sent home with patients. One big no no is: "the nurse seemed rushed." I mean...I wouldn't wanna

  21. Is Nursing Really So Bad...or is it dependent on hospital

    NancyRN replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    With the critical shortage of nurses willing to work under present conditions, we cannot afford to say "If you hate nursing, why not leave the profession," because too many have already left. Recent...

  22. HELP,HELP,HELP,HELP,HELP--student nurse in distress

    NancyRN replied to prairiegirl's topic in Nursing Career

    I just thought of some useful advice my own son gave me when I was in school, which has served me well: "Run into the fire!" This means, whenever your fears are holding you back, just DO IT...and...

  23. readers digest? nursing shortage!!!

    NancyRN replied to Keysnurse2008's topic in General Nursing

    I've read the articles and they really are good. I have noticed a general trend of family members watching the nurses like a hawk, questioning every move I make. I personally feel insulted by all the...

  24. HELP,HELP,HELP,HELP,HELP--student nurse in distress

    NancyRN replied to prairiegirl's topic in Nursing Career

    You won't be dissecting any pigs when practicing as an RN. Even though the pig used to make me sick, I have watched surgery and even an autopsy with total awe and wonder. No queasiness at all....

  25. The Circumcision Discussion

    NancyRN replied to jmspeach's topic in Ob/Gyn

    This article is a few years old but is still the best argement I've seen AGAINST circumcision. Includes photos and interviews with men who were circ'ed as adults http://www.infocirc.org/MensHlth.htm...