sbic56

sbic56 BSN, RN

Obstetrics, M/S, Psych

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  1. what can nurses do besides "nurse"?

    sbic56 replied to Candidnt's topic in Nursing Career

    Do you like to teach? Maybe a CNA instructor? Or, maybe a nurse consultant? I know around here there are facilities such as boarding homes that are looking for a nurse to work in that

  2. I got the job you guys-in L&D!

    sbic56 replied to nursescar's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Depends on what is usual for your area, but that sounds pretty fair to

  3. Extreme Fatigue in a 26 y/o Female

    sbic56 replied to June55Baby's topic in General Nursing

    I have Hashimoto's. My PCP sent me to an endocrinologist for further work up than just thyroid labs. Low cortisol levels sometimes occur with Hashimoto's and fatigue is an effect of low cortisol....

  4. I got the job you guys-in L&D!

    sbic56 replied to nursescar's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Good deal!! Enjoy your new adventure. I bet you'll love it.

  5. Anyone know anything about tuberculosis of the wrist?

    sbic56 replied to Wen83's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/10604.html http://www.gobroomecounty.com/safety/HaSTBIndex.php Good question! I wasn't familiar with TB of the bones, but according to these links,...

  6. Absolutely the most entertaining birth plan I have ever read....

    sbic56 replied to Mermaid4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You are so fortunate to have had births as you experienced!! The nurses wouldn't have had time to follow any kind of birth plan for you except to CATCH!

  7. Absolutely the most entertaining birth plan I have ever read....

    sbic56 replied to Mermaid4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Mermaid Thanks for sharing. I just forwarded that birth plan to my OB cohorts. I'm sure they'll love it as much as I

  8. Reward system for hardworking CNA's..need help!

    sbic56 replied to NurseWiggins's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I vote for a sincere thank you to show your appreciation, but dealing with the slackers is just as important! Those very good CNA's won't stick around for long otherwise, despite the

  9. Anybody precepting students?

    sbic56 replied to Ali_Oop07's topic in General Nursing

    The way I look at it, being a preceptor is like an investment, especially if I am going to be working with the preceptee someday. Work harder now, so I can work easier

  10. Palliative Care and Euthanasia

    sbic56 replied to bracken's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I agree. It is for those who agree with the original meaning of euthanasia, that it should be an option. It is not a dark and immoral practice, but to many just the opposite. Just as it is accepted...

  11. Palliative Care and Euthanasia

    sbic56 replied to bracken's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    leslie I am with you all the way on this. Thanks for taking time to make the nice post explaining the exemplary care you gave to that woman. You were a wonderful advocate. I am more playing devil's...

  12. Palliative Care and Euthanasia

    sbic56 replied to bracken's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I like what you had to say here, but can't it still be said that this explanation is a rationalization for giving the MS for comfort when in fact you are causing death? I remember a personal...

  13. Any pagan nurses here?

    sbic56 replied to merei's topic in General Students

    Oh my Golf. I think I could join that religion! Becoming one with nature, appreciating what life has to offer; All the spirituality with none of the dogma!

  14. Please share with me your experiences with this....

    sbic56 replied to *LA*'s topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Yes, it is wonderful to be able to share this time with a loved one. I didn't know there was a "name" for this, but of course there has to be one. Somehow giving it a name seems to imply we understand...

  15. Grey's Anatomy Premier!!! + How to Contact Show Creators

    sbic56 replied to miya's topic in General Nursing

    I've found that to be true about most docs today as well. The relationships are much better between nurses and doctors the past 15 years or so I'd say. Perhaps it is that they are finally seeing they...

  16. Please share with me your experiences with this....

    sbic56 replied to *LA*'s topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Witnessing my mom's experience convinced me something very special was going on. Not sure what, but I feel fortunate to have been there when it happened. There is so much that we don't

  17. Do RNs have to take PA's order?

    sbic56 replied to EvePooh's topic in General Nursing

    In Maine, RN's take orders from NP's and PA's. I can confirm it has been that way for at least the last 15 years. I'm suprised it varies so much state to state. I've been fortunate enough to work with...

  18. Please share with me your experiences with this....

    sbic56 replied to *LA*'s topic in Hospice, Palliative

    LA Boy, your story could have been about my mother before she died!! She, too, was not religious. She had colon cancer and had stopped communicating to us for about a day when she suddenly started...

  19. MD, DO, NP, DC, OD -- Who deserves the title PCP?

    sbic56 replied to RMARTINNC's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree that NP's view the patient more holistically than do MD's. I thought it interesting that this definition of a DO, very much reflects the way NP's practice: "They view the patient as a 'total...

  20. Lawsuit?

    sbic56 replied to LearningRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    That would be deemed a frivolous lawsuit...as everyone has said, no harm done=no lawsuit. Seems you have met the patient who is every nurses nightmare; the quick to find fault, hysterical and...

  21. Do you care "FOR" your patients or care "ABOUT" your patients?

    sbic56 replied to Lanceman's topic in General Nursing

    Crossing boundaries is an excellent point to bring up in this thread. In caring too deeply about those we care for, nurses can make patients dependent upon them, when the strength to heal or endure...

  22. Do you care "FOR" your patients or care "ABOUT" your patients?

    sbic56 replied to Lanceman's topic in General Nursing

    I definitely agree in the caring 'for' as opposed to 'about' patients. When I first started in healthcare as a CNA there were a few patients I got really atached to, ie cared about. It was devastating...

  23. Lawsuit?

    sbic56 replied to LearningRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I wouldn't worry, either. Just a bit of advice though: try not to overreact by taking vital signs more than you need and maintain a calm composure. Patients will definitely pick up on nervousness of...

  24. Nursing Issue - Medication Aides

    sbic56 replied to M&MRN2005's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    It's interesting to see the responses from nurses regarding med aides. I am the nurse for a mental health crisis agency that employs CRMA's (Certifield Residential Medication Assistants). At first, I...

  25. Malpractice Insurance?

    sbic56 replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Mr Hufmann's very long post 100% and would not buy this insurance. I also think that peace of mind is worth ALOT, Hollyster, and if it helps you sleep nights, you are getting a good...