sissiesmama ASN, RN

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    Family member hurt my somewhat fragile new grad confidence

    sissiesmama replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hahaha! No doubt! Anne,
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    Family member hurt my somewhat fragile new grad confidence

    sissiesmama replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This!! I know it's hard not to take that personally, but believe me - from my experience, your shift would probably have been MISERABLE if u had that assignment that next day. Like Commuter said, u...
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    Might get kicked out today!

    sissiesmama replied to RNDREAMER4's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Ah! I didn't know that! Thanks for the
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    Might get kicked out today!

    sissiesmama replied to RNDREAMER4's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I wondered
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    FLAME ON!

    sissiesmama replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I'm a nursing student - and I ROCK at it! It doesn't matter anyway because I am going to marry an MD. Anne,
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    Any nurses with fibromylagia or any other disability?

    sissiesmama replied to OneWish's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Hi Heather! I have fibro too. I'm 45 this year and got diagnosed 6 years ago. It is possible to nurse with fibro, it does take a little planning - what gives me the most trouble - my feet and...
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    Might get kicked out today!

    sissiesmama replied to RNDREAMER4's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi - when they said they carry saline around, did u misunderstand? As an RN, I always had a few NS flushes I my lab coat pocket. We had the ones in the pre-filled syringes that were still wrapped....
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    Charting

    sissiesmama replied to FCMgeorgia's topic in General Nursing

    Hi georgia! Glad u are here with us at AN!! I have benefitted SO much since joining the forum here, whether it be feedback, questions or just to vent. I agree with PP, if u talk to your supervisor...
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    FLAME ON!

    sissiesmama replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    Oh now HOW did I miss that one??
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    FLAME ON!

    sissiesmama replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    Hahahaha! The best yet!!! Anne,
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    Disclosing IPN after job offer

    sissiesmama replied to Jcrb123's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Did this as well. (I can't remember if I waited until the job offer but I definetly waited Until after the interview. The interviews I had gone to up until then had been such negative experiences...
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    Forensic Evaluation w/ Polygraph test!! Upset and confused

    sissiesmama replied to mp108's topic in Nurses Recovery

    This - DEF talk to a lawyer! Even a consultation with one that deals with nursing/BON issues. You will need someone in your corner, and u can bet that won't be the boards. Good luck! Anne,
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    If people make me feel bad, I've been bullied

    sissiesmama replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    And she made their case for them - showed them she WAS annoying (plus a few other things too :) Anne,
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    Would you tell the BON about brief relapse?

    sissiesmama replied to LilRedRN1973's topic in Nurses Recovery

    This.
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    Is this legal?

    sissiesmama replied to Nibbles1's topic in Private Duty

    Wow!! I have come up with some "not so bright" ideas, but ...not in a million years! Wow! Anne,
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    Renewing license after arrest

    sissiesmama replied to papiani's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    That's how it is here too - we live in Louisiana - any kind of offense has to be reported. Anne,
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    Tell me about yourself....

    sissiesmama replied to Cindycin37's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Right! In interviews for a prospective position, these things have always helped me - esp what make me decide to become a nurse. Anne,
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    Advice Needed

    sissiesmama replied to cdmc2012's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hi - I'm not sure where you live in we live in Louisiana. After missing 1 u are on their "radar". After missing 2, u would be (generally) sent before the board to exp. what factors caused the...
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    Healthcare Facilities running out of medications + supplies

    sissiesmama replied to calivianya's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Oooh
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    Healthcare Facilities running out of medications + supplies

    sissiesmama replied to calivianya's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    We ran out of propofol. We had some miserable patients until we could get some sedation! Admin asked "well do u really need it that bad??* Anne,
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    Healthcare Facilities running out of medications + supplies

    sissiesmama replied to calivianya's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    OH
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    What to include in an in house Emergency Bag?

    sissiesmama replied to AESRMA's topic in School

    Hahahaha!
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    I need some advice about being a patient!

    sissiesmama replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I wish I had some to offer u! U will be in my thoughts and prayers (if that's ok with u) while you're undergoing all this - hope u are able to heal quickly! Hugs! Anne,
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    Should I call off?

    sissiesmama replied to Rocktheman's topic in General Nursing

    Yes! I worked in our ER before having a stroke and I ended up with a BAD stomach virus - started vomiting about midnight and called in for my 11a - 11p shift about 3am. Explained my symptoms to the...
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    Should I call off?

    sissiesmama replied to Rocktheman's topic in General Nursing

    I hope u feel better soon! Take it easy and make sure u stay hydrated. Anne,