Audreyfay

Audreyfay

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  1. Nursing School Bloopers

    Audreyfay replied to Jabber964's topic in Nursing Humor

    My first IM injection to a patient was for an elderly confused gentleman. As I stood behind him, he lied on his side, with my classmate holding him in place. As I mentally made the "X" on his...

  2. Palliative care for spiritual distress along the diasease trajectory

    Audreyfay replied to nurseshanti's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hospitals have chaplains. It seems to me that they need to see a chaplain, or even the pastor of their

  3. Will I be judged on my past?

    Audreyfay replied to Still Riding's topic in General Nursing

    Your experiences and past struggles will enable you to help many who can not be helped by others who have not been in your

  4. What kind of certification hospital pays?

    Audreyfay replied to paula77720's topic in General Nursing

    My hospital pays for CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator), PALS, ACLS, and most other certifications. My part time job even pays for me to get my nursing

  5. Ever have a major crush on a doctor

    Audreyfay replied to ninaldunn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hey, SHAR! I'm with

  6. Ever have a major crush on a doctor

    Audreyfay replied to ninaldunn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I never had a crush on a doctor, just ones that I enjoyed working with for various reasons. Hubby says once in awhile, teasingly, "I know, you want to find one of those doctors!" Now I have a little...

  7. Eating Boogers??? Is this for real?

    Audreyfay replied to Tweety's topic in General Nursing

    I want to see a human research study regarding this. Any takers? :chuckle As I was thinking, if nasal secretions can boost the immune system when it is eaten, imagine what eating the pus out of an...

  8. count sheet

    Audreyfay replied to MsHB's topic in Operating Room

    When I worked in the OR, there was one plastic surgeon who DID NOT WANT any counts done. Therefore, he took complete responsibility for the "no count" status. There was one time I was circulating for...

  9. Maricopa Pima Indian Reservation

    Audreyfay posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    I was considering a job with the Maricopa Pima Indians. Anybody know anything about the reservation? Any information is appreciated. Thanks!

  10. Australian Flag Unwelcome In Florida!

    Audreyfay replied to Grace Oz's topic in International Nursing

    I also think the Australia flag is lovely. The thing I don't get about the whole flag-flying thing is that the only ones who are true Americans are the Native Americans. We all have our individual...

  11. Maricopa Pima Indian Reservation

    Audreyfay replied to Audreyfay's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I'd be working in the health services

  12. Conferences/Seminars

    Audreyfay replied to jadednurse's topic in Telephone Triage

    You just missed the State of WI Diabetes Educator's Conference. The AADE (American Association of Diabetes Educators.) has its annual National Convention in Indianapolis in August. Check out their...

  13. Marriage Is over

    Audreyfay replied to nurse07's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    I am so sorry to hear about your situation. My first marriage lasted 5 years. Our daughter was 10 months old when we split. I would have done anything to save the marriage. But, if one or the...

  14. nursing education

    Audreyfay replied to Lauriek's topic in General Nursing

    I know this topic has been discussed at length in numerous other threads. In the end, I just have to say that it depends on the program(s) and the person themselves. Book smart doesn't necessarily...

  15. What do you do if a doctor yells at you?

    Audreyfay replied to mitchsmom's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had a doctor yell at me. I've been an RN for 32 years. Don't know what I do, but I've always treated them with respect and anticipate I will get the same

  16. We're Being Beaten!!!!

    Audreyfay replied to gwenith's topic in International Nursing

    I might as well say hi from Wisconsin! Would love to visit Australia some

  17. LA area hospitals

    Audreyfay replied to fergus51's topic in California Nursing

    I considered a job at Inglewood years ago. All it took was driving through the city to get to the hospital. I did not feel comfortable. When I lived in L.A. area, I lived in the San Fernando Valley....

  18. The $300.00 Pair of Shoes

    Audreyfay replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    Sounds like someone I know. They had a puppy who would chew up every pair of underwear they could find. She got so tired of buying new undies that she just quit wearing any! I wonder if she was...

  19. Nursing Salary Hall of Shame

    Audreyfay replied to eagleriver's topic in General Nursing

    My winner of a job was in Upper Michigan. I had 18 years of nursing experience and the job offer was $15/hour. Course, cost of living is low, but not that low. I went across town and got

  20. Wrestler

    Audreyfay replied to Audreyfay's topic in Nursing Humor

    I couldn't resist but to share this one! A Russian and an American wrestler were set to square off for the Olympic Gold medal. Before the final match, the American wrestler's trainer came to him and...

  21. Wrestler

    Audreyfay posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    I couldn't resist but to share this one! A Russian and an American wrestler were set to square off for the Olympic Gold medal. Before the final match, the American wrestler's trainer came to him and...

  22. OB doc not clamping cords

    Audreyfay replied to Darchild77's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Perhaps you could start with the Nursing Supervisor. The next step up is the Director of Nurses. Going directly up the steps might be better than the lateral movement to Risk Management? The does...

  23. Teasers Anonymous

    Audreyfay posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    I have a problem. I am a happy person and like to laugh and have fun, be it at home or at work. One of the things I have fun with is teasing people at times. Nothing that can be considered...

  24. When and Why Did You Decide A Career in Nursing Was for You?

    Audreyfay replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I wanted to be an elementary school teacher. I had my scholarship, and by the beginning of my Senior year, even had the college selected. There was an overabundance of teachers at that time. I...

  25. Top ten signs your job has you burnt out

    Audreyfay replied to unknown99's topic in Nursing Humor

    You answer the department/office phone with "Whadaya