dream'n BSN, RN

UR/PA, Hematology/Oncology, Med Surg, Psych

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    Irritating spouses/family that don't understand?

    dream'n replied to Eleven011's topic in General Nursing

    Oh the stories I could tell about my husband. Any symptom, any illness must be cancer. The man is terrified of cancer and if he has a sore muscle after playing football, it must be cancer. If he...
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    I don't like pediatric patients, am I normal?

    dream'n replied to Wonder RN's topic in General Nursing

    Nope, never wanted to be a Pediatric nurse. I work in adult oncology and that's hard enough. Pediatric Oncology would be way too painful for
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    Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    dream'n replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    Long thread so I thought I'd just butt in. Haven't read the whole thread, but please no more questions to ask on admission. Please add nothing else to my workload, unless you plan on taking...
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    Should I major in nursing? Advice please!

    dream'n replied to medapop's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love teachers, but nursing is the definition of overworked. I wouldn't recommend going into nursing to my worse enemy at this time. Nursing is oversaturated and jobs can be hard to come by. I wish...
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    The holidays and legal issues

    dream'n replied to OldGrayNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think most reasonable people have no problem with any holiday greeting. I'm an Evangelical Christian Socialist (odd combo I know), but am not at all offended if someone wishes me a Happy Hanukkah...
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    psych/med surg

    dream'n replied to wayemika's topic in Medical-Surgical

    It certainly counts as experience, albeit as part time. I wish I had your energy, 5 12s a week would kill
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    Staying Positive in Nursing

    dream'n replied to SarahEAW's topic in General Nursing

    I thought of more positive things; I love that learning is never completed in nursing. No matter how long you are a nurse, there are always new things to learn and new areas of nursing to understand....
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    Staying Positive in Nursing

    dream'n replied to SarahEAW's topic in General Nursing

    I can be negative person by nature (and nurture, but that's another story) so I'll try this to bring out some positivity in myself :) I have the best coworkers ever. They are funny, friendly, and...
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    Did I ruin my interview?

    dream'n replied to regerterb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No I don't think all hope is lost. You said your interview went well and they were joking around, that's a good
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    Floor Nursing vs. Doctor's Office

    dream'n replied to addiewaad's topic in General Nursing

    Loved working in a physician office. M-F, no holidays, much less stress, and developing longer term relationships with my
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    In desperate need of advice

    dream'n replied to MrClean01's topic in General Nursing

    I personally have dealt with and continue to deal with anxiety problems. No matter how much psychotherapy, coping techniques, or medications I have tried or take, I will always be more susceptible to...
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    Masters program online Ques.

    dream'n replied to LelahRN2be's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I have no idea how rigorous the ADN-MSN program may be, but I suggest gaining actual nursing experience prior to working on a graduate degree. I am not in favor of individuals gaining high nursing...
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    Patient Bathing...or Not.

    dream'n replied to LobotRN's topic in General Nursing

    Baths? I work acute care 12 hour shifts, that generally turn into 14 hour shifts. There is NO time for me to worry about or give a bath unless my patient has a Central Line or a pre-op chloro. wash....
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    problem with my DON, help!

    dream'n replied to nurseredd's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You're a little innocent maybe? If the higher up wants you gone, they will find a way, trust me. Why on Earth do you want to stay in a place that asks you to 'hide' resident on resident abuse? A...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    dream'n replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Michigan94, my post wasn't directed at you personally. I really am sorry if it seemed like it was, that was not my intention. I was directing it toward those that are always saying the nurses are...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    dream'n replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I always pitch in to bring the patient a glass of ice water or empty out a urinal. But many times I do not have the time to assist a patient to the restroom if they are going to take 20 minutes and...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    dream'n replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No ADLs, just no. I like ya, but nurses do not have entitlements and perks. When a nurse is sitting she is probably reviewing labs/tests and determining which results are abnormal enough to call the...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    dream'n replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Being a CNA is very back-breaking work, but the nurses are likely not slacking. Nursing is HARD and the responsibility is great. As a nurse since the early '90s, I have very, very seldom seen a...
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    Requesting words of encouragement… I’m a new grad having a breakdown at work right now.

    dream'n replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's hard anytime to lose a patient, but with 4 deaths in two shifts, maybe the acuity of the unit isn't for you. Sounds like these are very, very sick people and having the ability to internally...
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    So fed up with my coworker

    dream'n replied to Rainy day RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You and your coworkers are directing your anger at the wrong target. If you can only get PTO approved when you find your own coverage by a per-diem employee, then your problem is with management. I...
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    How do US nurses feel about the testing/disclosures they must do?

    dream'n replied to NurseStorm's topic in General Nursing

    I'm adding my 2-cents. I do not feel that my professional nursing license is a privilege, no way. I worked very hard to get my RN, sacrificed much, paid alot of money, and passed the NCLEX. And I...
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    Accused by patient of stealing his percocet

    dream'n replied to Nursebb1942's topic in General Nursing

    In the case of the OP, I personally would ask to not be assigned to that patient again. I don't abide patients lying and messing with my livelihood. Don't stress about it though, a drug screen would...
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    let go during orientation, needs advice?

    dream'n replied to sheepingarden's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately it can be hard to change early impressions, and in your case it sounds as if your preceptor is not in your corner. TBH though, the commute would be the real reason I'd leave. As for...
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    5-year-old chooses heaven over hospital

    dream'n replied to anh06005's topic in Nursing News

    If this was my beautiful child, I would want her to leave this life surrounded by family, warmth, and comfort. I see nothing wrong with having difficult discussions about life/death with a terminal...
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    Abandonment if I don't pick up over time shifts??

    dream'n replied to hollyspiller0253's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    When I first started nursing, I worked in a LTC that used the same logic. I was mandated numerous times because I'd come in and work my shift then no one would show up to relieve me. Therefore I...