warrior woman

I am now working in a wonderful LTC facility, that is in a rural area, with a caring supportive staff. (I know, pinch me I MUST be dreaming) Free meals, and health insurance for both full and part time workers. What hurts you ask? One of the resident...

The Lord got another angel in Heaven, and has a beautiful angel who ministered to her right here on earth. You are the true definition of what a nurse is all about. Love and Peace to you. WW.

Hey Marla, I got the same information too. Right off of the internet news ticker today. 30:1 will be the new standard, but I don't know when. I've been a CPR Instructor for 7 years, and I think after this, the only person that will be needing CPR is ...

PM me. I've been thru this. There are some relaxation techniques that I can share with you that can help you. PM anytime. You have friends here.

I have a big butt, and I cannot lie; that's something that I can't deny. OOPS!! Wrong song!!:rotfl:

So true Deb. Back in the '70's the law couldn't have cared less about DV. It was considered a "private matter". I remember one time when my dad came home, and hit my mom with a closed fist as soon as she opened tthe door for him, splitting her chin...

Nice to know that there are some still perfect "company nurses" out there to show us poor saps the light. God help us all.

Because unfortunately, after all of the abuse they've suffered, they TRULY believe every horrible thing that was said about them. They've been truly brainwashed, and adversely conditioned to believe the lies that are fed to them by their abusive spou...

I totally agree Jess. Can't stand the lady, and her "talent" or lack thereof. Ever since she remade Janis Joplin's "Piece of my Heart". What a sacriledge to a GREAT ROCK N ROLL tune. :angryfire Oh well. Takes all kinds huh? Have a great Turkey da...

I'm so sorry about your loss. May God help comfort you at this time.

Zoe you have come so far in the short time we've known each other. You have always been generous with your time and your love. You KNOW how proud of you I am. And I always will be. God bless you my beautiful friend.

'S okay. Good thing I know the Heimlich!! (Just kidding!!) LOL! Thanks for the laugh. :chuckle

I just choked on my Twizzlers candy!!

It was an honest mistake Renee. Of course you would type what you were feeling. It's okay.

Praying for you Franny. You hang in there.

I am actually quite busy all night, Writing 24 hour reports, faxing labs, breaking down the med totes, putting meds away, giving 2 oclock meds, calibrate blood sugar machines, Plus handle any emergencies that crop up, then 6 am med pass on 2 halls. I...

We are all kindred spirits on this thread, as we have all walked through the same turmoil. You are all amazing people here.

I'm sorry but I beg to differ. The main problem with healthcare today is that it's been turned into a customer service cottage industry like WAL MART or Burger King where everybody thinks they are entitled to "Have it their way". Well, Healthcare, an...

Oh yeah for sure. Just goes to show that things are not always what they seem, and that we must be watchful at all times in order to protect ourselves. Sad but true. Have a good day Barefoot. :Melody:

Listen, We are more than just professisonal workhorses that can be replaced at a moment's notice, and dumped on whenever eveybody feels like it. It is REALLY condescending to have to be upbraided by "One of our own." Stick around longer and read some...

I nominated my entire CNA crew for a "Pat on the back" award. I know it's not much, but it's all they'll let me do. They're a great crew to work with, and any nurse woth his/her salt will tell you that any nurse is only as good as their crew.

Insist on a full cardiac AND pulmonary workup complete with bloodwork. Also think about an upper GI workup as well. Hope you find the help you need.

I was on Lexapro 20 mgs. for awhile, after being switched off of Paxil. Did REAL good, then hit a plateau, and fell backwards fast. So I WENT BACK ON Paxil 37.5 CR and I'm back on track again Thank God. Good luck inyour search my friend. We are all h...

A truly inspiring story. This what it's all about.