Grace Oz

Grace Oz

Med/Surg/Ortho/HH/Radiology-Now Retired

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  1. Another Australian soldier dead

    Grace Oz replied to Grace Oz's topic in International Nursing

    THANK YOU, Don. As you know, I'm a tad sensitive when it comes to our defence Force men and women. I just thought it rather sad that no-one, and certainly not any Australian member here on allnurses,...

  2. Another Australian soldier dead

    Grace Oz replied to Grace Oz's topic in International Nursing

    How sad, and perhaps a reflection of the BIG LACK of gratitude for our service personnel, that NO-ONE posted a comment of respect or condolence here in this thread. I hope that poor soldier finds...

  3. how will the new IR laws effect nurse's.......

    Grace Oz replied to froghair's topic in International Nursing

    The TOS prevents me from posting words to describe what happened! I'm proud the members stood strong and tall. See what can be achieved when we stand together. BTW, Tara, there's a few bob in that...

  4. The Race That Stops a Nation!!!

    Grace Oz replied to nyapa's topic in International Nursing

    DH won $66.60! :w00t: He's sharing it with MOI!

  5. The legitimacy of mixed-bloods

    Grace Oz replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.users.on.net/~tarts/Pilawuk.html Please forgive my bragging about my friend! :) BUT....... I'm SO proud of her! Oh, and.... she started out as a nurse!

  6. The legitimacy of mixed-bloods

    Grace Oz replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    I want to THANK YOU for this thread. It has been SO educational and enlightening to me. I see SO MANY similarities between the American First nation peoples and our own Australian aboriginal peoples....

  7. Close to breaking... seriously.

    Grace Oz replied to SICU Queen's topic in General Nursing

    Sending you a BIG ((((HUG)))) Might be time to step back awhile and take care of YOU! As nurses, we tend to overlook ourselves. We matter too. Wishing you all the

  8. Do you think this will improve staffing?

    Grace Oz replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    The number crunchers will ALWAYS find a way!

  9. Pushing drugs for the Man bother anyone?

    Grace Oz replied to somebody's topic in General Nursing

    Being a nurse involves FAR MORE than just "pushing drugs". However, since it might appear you have a problem in this area, perhaps nursing is incompatible with your values and ideals? I never once in...

  10. Racial discrimination in Australia

    Grace Oz replied to xng's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    Again, it's regrettable you had an experience which has caused you hurt. I would encourage you not to judge ALL universities nor ALL Australians, on this one unfortunate encounter. There are other...

  11. Racial discrimination in Australia

    Grace Oz replied to xng's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    I am delighted you enjoyed your visit to our magnificent country. I'm also glad you came with your mind open and that your positive attitude provided you with a positive and happy experience. Us...

  12. Racial discrimination in Australia

    Grace Oz replied to xng's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    This statement speaks volumes to me. That you have cited only WHITE Australians validates what I said about reverse racism. People of non white skin can also be racist you

  13. Racial discrimination in Australia

    Grace Oz replied to xng's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    If you truly believe you are being discriminated against based on your race, then you should provide evidence to support that and take your complaints to the highest authority. Contact the local...

  14. Kick your feet up!

    Grace Oz replied to nyapa's topic in International Nursing

    Well, I REALLY relaxed. I

  15. Recognition of registration interstate.

    Grace Oz replied to nyapa's topic in International Nursing

    I have also heard that they're going to make registration national. An excellent idea

  16. Recognition of registration interstate.

    Grace Oz replied to nyapa's topic in International Nursing

    Bethem, Check your dictionary! :) National IS how you spell National!

  17. Is Retirement an Ending or New Beginning?

    Grace Oz replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Retired Nurses

    We educated ours and helped them obtain cars, but the houses.... they can get those themselves!

  18. Is There An AllDoctors.com?

    Grace Oz replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    GO the Aussies! This site is based in Sydney, Australia! :balloons: Just had to

  19. I have a huge problem with this... opinions please

    Grace Oz replied to dawn30's topic in General Nursing

    Thank God for YOU, Dawn! That poor man. I'd take the advice posted here. It definitely needs follow-up and further investigation. If he'd been my Dad

  20. Advice on working in Middle East

    Grace Oz replied to Wallaby64's topic in International Nursing

    Firstly, WELCOME to allnurses my fellow Aussie! :) :welcome: Secondly, I second the above post! Stay away! The money is not worth what you have to deal with and the culture is SO far removed from...

  21. home for battered nurses!

    Grace Oz replied to ebear's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, there are places here in Oz which cater to nurses wanting/needing some much deserved R&R. In fact, some years ago, prior to retirement, I enquired into one in Victoria. It would have...

  22. So I'm fired. Again.

    Grace Oz replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    ((((Sue)))) Sometimes life hands us amazing opportunities in strange disguises. Have faith and believe in YOU! Wishing you all the very best for your future success. And .... you WILL be successful!...

  23. An Australian soldier killed in Afghanistan

    Grace Oz posted a topic in International Nursing

    An Australian soldier was killed in Afghanistan yesterday. David Pearce was 41. He was a husband and father of two daughters, aged 11 and 6. You should never have been in that hell hole to begin...

  24. It's long, dangerous, but worth typing, to me!

    Grace Oz replied to missrose's topic in General Nursing

    I hear ya! (((((missrose))))) You are but one human being. You can only do your best. And, the best you can do is; take care of YOU first! Sounds as though you could do with a break and some time to...

  25. It's long, dangerous, but worth typing, to me!

    Grace Oz replied to missrose's topic in General Nursing

    With respect, I don't think you "got it" at all! I think you've misread the original post and what the poster was trying to