SmilingBluEyes

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

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    In fear of losing my license.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Newgrad665's topic in General Nursing

    OP please keep us updated as to how you are doing. I am sorry this is
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    In fear of losing my license.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Newgrad665's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with not shaming the OP. We all have done things we regret. What is NOT ok is this guy threatening her. I would take it seriously and if he persists, take the evidence to the police to have...
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    Sleeping at work

    SmilingBluEyes replied to zynnnie's topic in General Nursing

    Please update us. Good
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Not always. It's most often solid advice. But I thought you were done discussing this? As for me, most often, I cope fine; I am able to handle the stress at work and at home (and believe me, without...
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    other rn mama's ..going back to work after

    SmilingBluEyes replied to erin01's topic in General Nursing

    Mu husband had similar anxiety. I decided time came to leave him alone with the baby so I would take trips to Barnes and Noble or run errands and give him no choice. Guess what? He got really, really...
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Because we don't need you to tell us this. We already know. Yet you keep harping
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes.
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    Have you injured yourself while working?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to hedzinkwly's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Why do you
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    The "How was your day" question

    SmilingBluEyes replied to dma13's topic in General Nursing

    However you choose to respond, be succinct cause no one wants a life story to such an inane
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    Bullied by a colleague

    SmilingBluEyes replied to enc123's topic in General Nursing

    Lots and lots of blaming others and situations but very little introspection. Sorry, but til you master that, you will run into difficulties in all your job/professional situations. Best of luck...
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    If you want honest, give-and-take discussion, this is a great forum. Holier-than-thou doesn't play well. thank you,
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Already got this covered, thanks. Have a good
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    I heard. I work well with all age groups. Some of the best workers in my field are techs/nurses who are definitely in the Millennial bracket. Some of the laziest and hardest to get along with are in...
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    Natural disasters. My thoughts.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to quazar's topic in General Nursing

    Seems we are in a Clown Apocalypse. Were you prepared for THIS disaster?
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    Too old to become a nurse??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to MyteMite's topic in General Nursing

    This post. nailed.
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    Easily annoyed

    SmilingBluEyes replied to freckles23's topic in General Nursing

    Got hobbies? Things you treasure and enjoy? I would try to spend more time on these pursuits and meanwhile, try to find a less stressful job situation. You are so wise to recognize how you feel and...
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Genx-almost-baby-boomer here. I graduated at a time when the economy was in the tank and joined the military to be employed. I never had it easy, nothing handed to me. I went to school on a GI Bill,...
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    In fear of losing my license.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Newgrad665's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, increasing numbers of employers ARE looking at all manners of social media to judge their employees and potential hires. Is it fair or right? Well that is for the reader to decide, but...
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    Why are nurses sexualized?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Sykadia's topic in General Nursing

    Just google "naughty nurse" images. I can't even post them here. That will answer the
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    Unfair Shift Rotation

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KHVILLE's topic in General Nursing

    I really dislike it when someone comes on and implies those who do not agree with the original post somehow fail in reading comprehension and this is not the only post I have seen this occur. It comes...
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it depends. If you have a drama queen of a new grad, you sometimes have to tell them to suck it up. Some are energy-suckers and have no intention of trying and your benevolence is taken for...
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    Unfair Shift Rotation

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KHVILLE's topic in General Nursing

    Gosh middle management is a truly thankless job. They get flack from above and below. Just know, it's not any manager's job to be "empathetic" when trying to staff the unit. It's his or her job to...
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    Unfair Shift Rotation

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KHVILLE's topic in General Nursing

    Nope. My youngest is nearly 18 and it's time to focus on my hobbies and future goals. Screwing up the schedule of someone like me for someone who has young kids would not fly with me. Raised mine;...
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    Unfair Shift Rotation

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KHVILLE's topic in General Nursing

    Can you possibly work PRN? That is what I did when my kids were very
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    suicide? Is this a trend with new nurses that can not cope?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to elysRN's topic in General Nursing

    My heart goes out to you, Shelby. I hope you don't suffer too much this winter. I have a history of problematic depression and it really got me down. I have to stay on top of my meds and use a SAD...