SmilingBluEyes

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    Ritttenhouse Trial

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nursej22's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    I doubt it. I think defamation suits are coming Rittenhouse will end up rich when it's said and done..... And book deals, etc.....talk show appearances.... I pray there are no riots tonight........
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    Was it easier to practice as a nurse back in the day?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    Thank
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    Was it easier to practice as a nurse back in the day?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    BUT if we forgive everyone's loans, who pays? Where is the reward for those of us who did not amass 6 figure debts, but rather went the ADN and later BSN and beyond routes? Who pays? Is it "justice"...
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    Was it easier to practice as a nurse back in the day?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    Been a nurse since the 1990s. I can say it was better even then. I see it get worse in many respects, every
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    Opinions on Employee of the Month

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    When you say disenfranchised, I wonder. A lot of people are done that way through no fault of their own. Those who are bitter may have darn good reasons. MAYBE if they felt appreciated, that...
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    A Kick of Gratitude

    SmilingBluEyes replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    God has not graced me with such forgiveness in such a severe situation. I am glad he chose you. There are some things that are un-forgivable to me. This is one of
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    Imagine If You Will...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Excellent. Integrity. Gotta love
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    COVID Forever Changed Our Society

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Yvonne Hosey's topic in Disaster Preparation

    It's already been shown immunity is not the same with COVID infection versus proper vaccination. This is why the many do not "respect" naturally-acquired immunity. Time and time and again this has...
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    Opinions on Employee of the Month

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Why would they be bitter, and in particular,
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    Looking for some serious advice for an old new grad

    SmilingBluEyes replied to OzAndy84's topic in General Nursing

    I would think after this many years a refresher would be required. I would advise it. Good
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    Burnt out from working night shift

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CVICURN2021's topic in General Nursing

    Please just work those scheduled shifts. Your coworkers don't deserve to be screwed over cause you are burnt out. You have an exit plan. And you may need references. Calling out will hurt your...
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    Opinions on Employee of the Month

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I would find a way to recognize people another way. EVERYone needs appreciation. Many who deserve it never get employee of the month. Everywhere I went it was just that, a brown-nosing popularity...
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    Nursing license suspended

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CoThG's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Oh well then you are right----they shot themselves in the foot, it sounds like. These programs exist for a variety of healthcare employees not just nurses. So if an RT or OT, say, has a drug problem,...
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    Opinions on Employee of the Month

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on where you are. I rarely saw a NOC nurse or other employee recognized as
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    Opinions on Employee of the Month

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with others. It's a popularity contest. And some places one is named employee of the month simply because every has already. It's a poor way to recognize ALL who deserve to be for...
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    Where do you stand on "Nurses don't get paid enough"?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    No it's not always a comfort zone thing. I was military and moved around a lot. It often is obligation at home that keeps many from traveling. We should not have to travel to make somewhat higher...
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    A Kick of Gratitude

    SmilingBluEyes replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for sharing so personal and poignant a story. I am glad you could forgive that lady for the kick. Had it happened to me, it would be highly unlikely I ever would. I have had several...
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    Nursing license suspended

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CoThG's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Probably not. Check with the certifying body for respiratory therapy for sure. Is there an alternative to discipline program in Ohio? Most states have
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    Life in the vaccine clinic (can I whine for just a moment?)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to klone's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Wow I am exhausted reading
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    COVID Forever Changed Our Society

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Yvonne Hosey's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Then their critical thinking should guide them to the right decision. Vaccinate. And public health and vaccination status have been, and will continue to be, EVERYone's
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    RN Jobs That Do Not Require Covid Vaccine

    SmilingBluEyes replied to TraumaRN52's topic in Disaster Preparation

    No actually, the rest of us pay in higher premiums and costs when we continue to cover your bills for COVID as they may apply. I agree with the other poster. It may come down to your being placed in a...
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    Stephen K. Bannon Finally Indicted

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SummerGarden's topic in U.S. Politics's Talk Politics

    You're right; Biden is likely not to protect him. And he should not be
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    Hours of sleep before work

    SmilingBluEyes replied to j0yegan's topic in General Nursing

    It depends. On days when I have to be up at 0230 for work, I am lucky to get 4 hours. On days when I work afternoons, more like 6. So I selected
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    Where do you stand on "Nurses don't get paid enough"?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    PS I am not on the fence. Most nurses in this country are grossly underpaid for the responsibilities taken on and the abuse also taken by
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    At War With Ourselves

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KathyDay's topic in Disaster Preparation

    It's all or nothing because many of us have EVERYTHING to lose. I have very vulnerable loved ones and patients who need me (and the rest of us) to be vaccinated. This is a rather unprecedented...