Ann RN

Ann RN

ICU/CCU, CVICU, Trauma

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  1. Whats to Enjoy about Nursing?

    Ann RN replied to sissyboo's topic in General Nursing

    If you are that unhappy, then work to find ways to change and improve how things are done. Work on a solution. Many times I find that nurses complain (often with reason) but do nothing to work on a...

  2. Crybaby nurse a bad nurse?

    Ann RN replied to nforsee's topic in General Students

    Your father is wrong. I had a patient whose wife wrote a letter to my supervisor after he died - she thought I was caring and compassionate because I cried with

  3. We're finally here in AZ

    Ann RN replied to arys1075's topic in International Nursing

    Where in Arizona? That was my very favorite travel assignment about 10 years

  4. Whats to Enjoy about Nursing?

    Ann RN replied to sissyboo's topic in General Nursing

    I've given it plenty of time - 30 years. And I am not frustrated. Yes, there are aspects of my job that I feel could be better. But I don't concentrate on them. I ignore the politics. I don't stab...

  5. Slapstick Humor

    Ann RN replied to nursebrandie28's topic in Emergency

    The OP's "ad" comes from Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio. Many years ago she actually placed that ad in the New York Times.

  6. If you are drunk, don't drive!

    Ann RN replied to chuck1234's topic in General Nursing

    I will not argue with you; this is not the place.

  7. If you are drunk, don't drive!

    Ann RN replied to chuck1234's topic in General Nursing

    Please tell me you are not serious. The consequences of drinking & driving are not unjust. It is not "punishing" nurses. It is not "unfair treatment". If I am a patient I would want someone to...

  8. H-i-p-a-a

    Ann RN replied to KellNY's topic in General Nursing

    :yeahthat:

  9. Unbelievable floor nurses.

    Ann RN replied to kjblack's topic in MICU, SICU

    I would be proud to have you as my nurse. I expect every nurse to deliver "reasonable and prudent" care, which these floor nurses obviously did not. Good seasoned ICU nurses have little respect for...

  10. If you are drunk, don't drive!

    Ann RN replied to chuck1234's topic in General Nursing

    If a nurse has the poor judgment to drink and drive, I would question her/his judgment elsewhere. This is just my personal opinion, so please do not attack. I know many nurses that go out after work...

  11. Damn Hippa!!!

    Ann RN replied to nursebrandie28's topic in Emergency

    The human being (I use that term loosely) that introduced HIPPA should be taken out back and forced to listen to the stories of worried spouses that are refused information and proper treatment of...

  12. Whats to Enjoy about Nursing?

    Ann RN replied to sissyboo's topic in General Nursing

    Why do I get up in the morning? For the chance to have just one patient look up at me and say "thank

  13. Can students be helpful, or are they just in the way?

    Ann RN replied to Megsd's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you are going to be a very good nurse! Your willingness to help others while making sure your own patients are taken care of is an asset all your future co-workers will

  14. gastrostomy tube

    Ann RN replied to sweetieann's topic in General Nursing

    G Tube - yes J Tube - no Dobhoff - yes, but must be done properly or you will collapse the tube. Use a 10cc syringe & pull back SLOWLY. I once got 320cc residual this...

  15. Need Answers from the Experts - YOU!

    Ann RN replied to Seven, RN2b's topic in General Nursing

    1. Shoes - Crocs! I love mine and would wear nothing else. If you prefer sneakers I have found Ryka to be the best - they are made by women, for women and have great cushion & support. 2. Socks...

  16. Before I became a nurse...

    Ann RN replied to arizonanurse's topic in General Nursing

    I never drank coffee.:smilecoffeeIlovecof I never thought I would be bagging twins born at 6 months, 1 with each hand. I never witnessed the miracle of birth. I never thought I would hold my hand in...

  17. resignation letter

    Ann RN replied to Hoozdo's topic in General Nursing

    As a new grad, this hospital has invested a lot of time and money in you. I am sure you had a lengthy orientation. Do not be surprised if they seem angry. I would keep your letter as professional as...

  18. Illegal Alien- frustrated!

    Ann RN replied to SaderNurse05's topic in General Nursing

    I dislike the users because they "work the system" illegally. Do it legally and I'll change my

  19. Illegal Alien- frustrated!

    Ann RN replied to SaderNurse05's topic in General Nursing

    I know the cost of healthcare is going up because the hospitals are not getting reinbursed for care. I know raises are not what they should be because hospitals are not getting reimbursed for care. I...

  20. Illegal Alien- frustrated!

    Ann RN replied to SaderNurse05's topic in General Nursing

    :yeahthat:

  21. Illegal Alien- frustrated!

    Ann RN replied to SaderNurse05's topic in General Nursing

    If illegals want to come to America, fine. But learn the language and become a legal citizen in a reasonable length of time. If not - back you go. I, too, am tired of them not paying taxes and getting...

  22. Did you Vote today?

    Ann RN replied to Country PICU's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    In my opinion, you CAN complain if you do not vote. I feel you have no right to complain about someone you did vote for - after all YOU voted for them. I feel you should not just vote for anyone...

  23. What Three Words....

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

    Patients come

  24. Unethical behavior

    Ann RN replied to kirkwoodnurse's topic in General Nursing

    in pa, the bon could suspend/remove a nursing license for what they consider "crimes of moral turpitude". moral turpitude moral turpitude is conduct for which the professional standards and practices...

  25. $10M to Study the Nursing Shortage

    Ann RN replied to hollyvk's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Take that $10 million and give us a raise. Forget about "studies". I have never seen a hospital follow the recommendations. We are responsible for patients' lives. Pay us what we