warrior woman

warrior woman

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  1. Scripting: Yea or Nay?

    I agree Marla. The day I have to follow a script is the day I hang up my scrubs for
  2. Taking Care of yourself.

    Thanks. I learned that a little late in life, but that's better than not learning it at all.
  3. Taking Care of yourself.

    MJ and Marla things just seem to sneak up on us when we're not looking. Also make sure that you are emotionally healthy as well. Emotional health has been something I had ignored much to my detriment....
  4. Presenting Depression to Kids

    Find some video presentations movies;ect. that appeal to young people. Emphasize to them that depression can happen at ANY age to ANY
  5. Why am I not
  6. Any shoe suggestions for me? Dankso's aren't working...

    Nike Airliner's work best for me. Check 'em
  7. Manipulative/ Monopolizing Patients

    So Right Renee'. And not just in hospital nursing either. LTC is guilty of the same damn
  8. What I want to know is when will there ever be a show about the work and the sacrifices nurses make? We may not be MD's but at least our feet are planted firmly on the ground where one has to be if...
  9. Med/Surg and the Bad, Horrible, Terrible, No-Good Day

    Hey there Marla! You are the true spirit of what nursing is about. If you remember that, you are a step ahead of everybody else. Your patients are lucky to have you my friend. Sometimes you just have...
  10. Couldn't have saod it better myself Marla.
  11. Is is weird to ask for more duties at work?

    Cross training is great as long as you don't burn yourself out. Great to hear from you, and glad to know you're okay. Major props to
  12. Nurses wearing white

    I think about ten trillion give or
  13. Cheerful I told you about the job I have, and it is great!! It probably helps that I work 11p to 7a, but I also know that they'd be KILLING each other trying to get you on the team with your...
  14. Oh Renee. I'm so sorry for your travails. Have you considered LTC? The profession is truly losing a dedicated
  15. Does Johnson & Johnson Commercial Really Help Nursing?

    As well it
  16. Scary doctors!!!

    Oh Please!! Give people room to vent when they feel they need to with making sweeping judgemental statements which weaken morale just as quickly. Sometimes you need to get things off your chest,...
  17. First Code

    You will get thru this. Never be afraid to talk about your feelings to someone. Just know that you did the best possible job you
  18. First Code

    My first and only code was my dad. If I never am part of another one, I'll be happy. I truly feel for you, and know you did all you could. ((((HUGS)))) to
  19. Letter Carrier or R.N?

    Letter carrier position probably has better and more secure benefits. Work the job that best fits your situation; emotionally, and financially. There will always be crap to deal with in any job,...
  20. I Am A Real Nurse Now!!!

    Bingo! And thank you for that. Congrats, tho on your
  21. Why do nurses "eat their young"?

    Hell, that horse is pretty putrid by now!!!
  22. Interview attire

    Can't go wrong with the basic black siut, and white blouse. Good
  23. How to become a BLS instructor?

    Most cities have CPR traning centers in them. They're usually located in hospitals or schools. Just call them and ask for their CPR traning center and ask them when the next instructor class is. Hope...
  24. What was your secret weapon for surviving nursing school??

    Leaning on my classmates and remembering to
  25. Feeling like I blew it!

    When I had to give my dad CPR after I found him lying face down in the yard, I felt utterly paralyzed, even though I knew it was already over. I had just gotten my license 3 weeks before. Believe me,...