SmilingBluEyes

Specializes in L/D, newborn, GYN, LTC, Dialysis

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    Had a patient fall

    SmilingBluEyes replied to ArrrrEnnn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know how awful you feel. You come across as very caring and kind, despite the post saying you were "offensive" with the "walkie-talking" description. We used to use that phrase among us, in LTC as...
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    RN Assaulted by MD

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Lulu2RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I am so sorry this happened to you. How awful. It's NOT your fault, in any way. Here is what I would do: Swear a written complaint to the police department, find yourself a good lawyer, involve your...
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    Would you take a $3 hr pay decrease for better ratios and working conditions?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I would And yes I
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    I was written up and put back on orientation

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Kalicokats's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I know how awful this is for you. Chalk it up to a lesson learned. We all learn some things the hard way. Don't let it demoralize you. I know you feel badly, and I won't add to that. I am here if you...
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    A nurse who doesn't breastfeed

    SmilingBluEyes replied to j0yegan's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Please, refrain from name-calling and disrespectful tones. I know how heated debates can be, but we have to rise above this. Besides, you won't change anyone's mind by attacking their character or...
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    Hey, You!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to FransBevy's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I LOVE the "difficult" patients. Most often, I can bring them out of it with geniune caring and conversation. Being geniune, sitting down at their chair with them, and asking them what's going on goes...
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    Looking to continue my nursing education in the U.S. Advice?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to eltzy's topic in International Nursing

    I think this post should be moved to the Nursing Education forum, for better
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    I need to know common spanish terms.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to laylayluv90's topic in General Nursing

    Good point, Christy. Here is how you can get around that dilemma: I would limit questions to "yes" or "no" answerable. They can say "si" or "no" or nod/shake their heads. Beyond that, you will be in...
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    What crosses your mind when you see elaborate help wanted ads for RNs in news...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to hope3456's topic in General Nursing

    The old cliche/adage still applies: if it sounds too good to be true, it sure as heck is! Caveat
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    I need to know common spanish terms.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to laylayluv90's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.amazon.com/McGraw-Hills-Spanish-Healthcare-Providers-Edition/dp/0071664270/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1402761005&sr=8-2&keywords=medical+spanish...
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    Stethoscope covers OK for men?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to leftysoftball's topic in Men in Nursing

    Stethoscope covers harbor nasty bacteria and should not be used. You are supposed to be cleaning your stethoscope between patients for a reason: to prevent the spread of bacteria and other bugs that...
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    Nursing tougher for guys than girls

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in Men in Nursing

    And for eons, we women have, if we chose to work outside the home, been doing so in male-dominated environments,often for less pay for equal work, due to not being considered "head of household". In...
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    Nursing tougher for guys than girls

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in Men in Nursing

    I dunno, in MY program, the guys were many times given a pass where we were not. They were a "minority" and enjoyed the advantages it brought. And, being married, mature and a mom, I had no time for...
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    Don't want a full time job, but wait..,

    SmilingBluEyes replied to OCRN3's topic in General Nursing

    NO job will ever be more important than my family. That is why I got out of the military. My family comes FIRST and my employer/boss knows
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    Where is the 'shortage'?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to blujazz25's topic in General Nursing

    ALSO: There is no shortage of nursing schools pumping out new grads into a world of under-employment or
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    Where is the 'shortage'?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to blujazz25's topic in General Nursing

    What there IS a shortage of, is enough full-time jobs for everyone. So many places are hiring only perdiem or part time to get away from having to provide benefits. This whole "shortage" thing is...
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    Where is the 'shortage'?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to blujazz25's topic in General Nursing

    There *is* no
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    Can someone explain?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Khalesi25's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Experience will be your best teacher. That and seasoned, knowledgable nurses who you can ask when stumped. Best
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    I Hope No One Hires You

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I may have missed it, but did you make contact with her and ask her
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    Annoying female coworker conversations

    SmilingBluEyes replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    You are only offended or annoyed if you choose to be. Yep it's a choice. Tune it out and walk away. That's
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    Discrimination against males in the nursing profession.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Halim F. Dagher's topic in Men in Nursing

    "Brazen"? Exaggerate much? I am a female military vet who has seen picture after picture of mostly male veterans depicted in posters showing gratitude for service. Even the song "Proud to be an...
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    Discrimination against males in the nursing profession.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Halim F. Dagher's topic in Men in Nursing

    AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Do you ever find yourself comparing where you are to where other people are?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to kdpatula's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Comparing yourself to others is a prescription for self-defeat. I recommend you try to break the habit. As said before me, the only competition should be yourself. Put one foot in front of the other,...
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    Can nursing school earn you a CNA?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to garnet235's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You will have to ask the nursing school. Some do, most do not. As a matter of fact, many schools require you to be a CNA before they will admit you to their programs at
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    Apparently, everyone is a nurse! (rant)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RivkaLPN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    https://allnurses.com/first-year-after/so-im-nurse-572021-page2.html another thread discussing use of the title of