This is such a sensitive situation. You have gotten some great ideas here. If you are really uncomfortable, write out what you might say to her. Practice until you feel semi comfortable speaking to...
i recently left a floor for that very reason. the nurses would be all sunshine and lipgloss to your face. as soon as you were outside earshot forget it, you were toast. it makes me wonder if people...
the call lights are there for all to answer. i work with a nurse that will do what she needs to do in a room then put on the call light for the aide to come in if the pt. needs to use the bathroom or...
new nurse here full of questions today. the hospital i will be working for has liability insurance that they carry. i understand this will protect me if something happens while practicing there. what...
I started as a new grad in ortho. left for about 2 months and came back. I really like ortho. The floor I am on is all total joint replacements. Sometimes a lot of my job is escorting patients to the...
Don't beat yourself up. We all need a break every now and then. I am sorry to read about your grandmother. I hope things improve and she fights with all shes got. Hugs and good
MrsMommaRN replied to NurseNature's topic in General Nursing
Have you spoken with your charge nurse or nurse manager. This sounds like a difficult situation that would benefit from the advice of a seasoned nurse. I wish you the best in this situation and hope...
Sleep apnea can lead to a lot of problems. Because the person never gets a sound sleep this can lead to irritability, headaches, increased BP, and even chest pain. I am happy to read your test went...
Yes there are a few I just cringe when I know I have to give them report. I have learned that if I give them the info they always want the report goes soooo much smoother. (ie: there is a weekend day...
we have, shall i say had a tech that has a history of telling stories for attention and generally lying about things. the straw that broke the camel was that she "faked" vital signs on over half of...
I believe that said tech is a medical assistant. I am thankful for all of your replies. I just hope this does not turn ugly. The floor is all ready so much better without here. The air of tension is...
i believe what i am about to write has been stated ad nauseum but, here goes, everyone deals with pain differently.that being said, i have a high pain tolerence. when i am in pain (serious pain) i...
Are you kidding me? Next it will be that he doensn't want you to be a nurse because he is afraid you will run off with one of the doctors. Don't let ANYONE hold you back from your goal. He will get...
it sounds like you handled yourself in a professional empathetic manner. you should be proud of yourself. you gave that young man the dignity he deserved. well
hi everyone. i was wondering what was the difference working as a nurse prn as apposed to working per diem? what are the benefits and cons to either or both. thanks for your replies. i was under the...
MrsMommaRN replied to KaroSnowQueen's topic in General Nursing
so sorry about your experience. ask to speak to the nurse manager. if that doesn't work go to her manager. your complaints are valid and someone needs to know about the call light and hospital cell...
you need to go above your manager or whomever wanted you to sign the paper. you don't need your reputation marred by some manager who won't stick up for her nurses and a dr. that has nothing better to...
i am so sorry about your orientation experience. don't be so hard on yourself. it is very hard to function with someone breathing down your neck (literally). it gives you no time to think and react on...