SophiaRN

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  1. Anyone work weekends only?

    SophiaRN replied to teresab_2000's topic in General Nursing

    I also work every Sat & Sun 6am to 10:30PM. I get paid for 40 hours. I love waking up Monday am & realizing that while everyone else is on their way to work, I have the next 5 days

  2. Whose going where?

    SophiaRN replied to ivypetals's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    School Girl 2006- Not to change the subject, but I love Detroit Lakes in the Summer!! I attended the first Wefest "We in "83" there. I'm originally from that area. Good Luck with School. I started out...

  3. Getting CNAs to WEAR GLOVES & WASH HANDS?!?!

    SophiaRN replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Nursing

    Where did you get that stat? ( >15 million people in the US infected with

  4. Best watch for clinicals?

    SophiaRN replied to moonischasingme1's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I frequently "decontaminate" my watch & pen with alcohol

  5. My 3 year old has MRSA!

    SophiaRN replied to Anagray's topic in General Nursing

    The protocol that I've seen used most, along with Vanco, is Bactroban to the nares BID (it frequently is colonized in the nares) & Hibiclens showers daily for 1

  6. Change...

    SophiaRN replied to RNmom3's topic in General Nursing

    There's a lot of information out there. Pioneer Network is a good resource. Also, Culture Change Now. I personally have some issues with Eden Alternative even though that is the way most facilities...

  7. Croc shoes Worth it? Or forget it??

    SophiaRN replied to RNSacht's topic in General Nursing

    I wear my crocs ALL the time. Initially I thought they were so ugly & had been used to wearing a bit more of a heel. However, after trying a pair for work, I can't live without them they feel...

  8. Do I tape foley to leg?

    SophiaRN replied to jd494's topic in General Nursing

    The use of skin prep (like what is used with a colostomy) used before applying any kind of adhesive to the skin helps with removal. It tends to "toughen" up the

  9. What gift to buy for a new nurse?

    SophiaRN replied to feenie's topic in General Nursing

    One of my favorite gifts was a gift certificate to a uniform/supply store. Also, a gift certificate for a massage might be

  10. failing two days b/f eligible for nclex

    SophiaRN replied to lobeth's topic in General Nursing

    When you say the worst issue was not responding to a vent alarm, do you mean to say that you didn't respond, or you were accused of not responding? If you didn't respond, it makes no difference how...

  11. Losing Confidence

    SophiaRN replied to Irishgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I too have struggled with OCD tendencies, particularly when starting a new job. I can truly sympathize with you. The checking & rechecking everything can make you feel crazy!! The thing that has...

  12. Please share your embarrassing stories!

    SophiaRN replied to studentnurse74's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I went into a new admission's room, introduced myself & explained I would be her nurse at which time, my feet went out from under me!! We (the patient & I) had a good laugh (after realizing I...

  13. PLEASE HELP!!! so embarassed about sweating!

    SophiaRN replied to Bumashes's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, you aren't "just" CNA. A good CNA is invaluable and unfortunately, sometimes underappreciated. As far as the perspiration goes, where I work, we don't have air conditioning (use swamp...

  14. From PA to RN

    SophiaRN replied to SilentfadesRPA's topic in General Nursing

    I know a PA that was also an RN. She worked with an Ortho Surgeon. She quit her job in Ortho to become a "House Supervisor" in a hospital because, according to her, the money was

  15. What do you think????

    SophiaRN replied to KellieNurse06's topic in General Nursing

    I also believe we need to examine our views and judgements toward people with chronic pain. Of course, we don't want to turn people into addicts and they must be monitored closely, but if someone has...

  16. Trouble with Narcan

    SophiaRN replied to mellomom's topic in General Nursing

    Am I the only one bothered by the comment, "I didn't want that stupid junkie SOB enjoying it?" When will we begin to realize that addiction is a disease?? I am bothered by this attitude in our...

  17. Handling long shifts and pets

    SophiaRN replied to DogWalk's topic in General Nursing

    I feel so fortunate to work in LTC. My dog comes with me to work most of the time. He follows me around so it's easy to keep an eye on him and the residents love him!! They barely say good morning to...

  18. Thank Goodness for Good CNAs

    SophiaRN replied to htrn's topic in General Nursing

    Amen! It's the CNA's that can make or break a shift in LTC. They don't receive enough recognition in my opinion. When you work with good CNA's I think a facility should do every thing in their power...

  19. What to do when state comes in?

    SophiaRN replied to sweetnurse1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    To sum things up, just be perfect and you'll be fine!!:) It helps me to remember that essentially, the surveyors work for us. Our tax dollar pays their salary. They're there to do a job and for the...

  20. How much did you start as a nurse and when.

    SophiaRN replied to ZASHAGALKA's topic in General Nursing

    1982 LPN $6.43/hr, 1992 RN

  21. Leaving the Profession!

    SophiaRN replied to chrispicritah's topic in General Nursing

    There truly are MANY days when the patients, their families, & physician's just suck the life out of you. I have been doing this for 24 years now & can truly relate to the way you feel. I...

  22. pain in the ***

    SophiaRN replied to sunshineonleith's topic in General Nursing

    I love Crocs!!! I work 16 hr. shifts. Crocs are the only shoes that I've found that I don't go home with back pain, foot pain &/or leg pain. They can also be thrown in the washer with a detergent...

  23. "From doctors to beautiful ladies..."

    SophiaRN replied to epiphany's topic in General Nursing

    Well said, Greentea! I

  24. "Abandonment"

    SophiaRN replied to erkantarik's topic in General Nursing

    I think there must be more to this story! As described, in no way does this constitute abandonment

  25. Experiences w/A&P at ACC?

    SophiaRN replied to GoBear's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I took A & P at ACC, but it was 15 yrs ago (Wow that went fast-)! In those days it was an excellent class with a great instructor. I was also in the ACC fast track program in the early days (LPN...