VivaLasViejas ASN, RN

LTC, assisted living, med-surg, psych

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    Brian Short News

    VivaLasViejas replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    I just saw this on FB and can't believe it. What s beautiful family they were...I am so sad! Prayers being sent for the loved ones left
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    tpapn for mental illness

    VivaLasViejas replied to 2blvnnurse2016's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Wish I had some words of wisdom for you, I don't think this is fair at all but it's Texas and that's what your state does. I just wanted you to know you have my support as another person with bipolar....
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    Please stop making that sound !

    VivaLasViejas replied to WhiteStockings's topic in General Nursing

    I too have misophonia and HATE repetitive sounds, like bass thudding from a passing car and alarms. I was a highly sensitive child, easily startled and even today I can't stand the sound of balloons...
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    Why does everyone say that they "consigned" a drug waste.....

    VivaLasViejas replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    And don't forget those nurses who are trying not to loose there
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    What's the most tedious part of your daily job at a Nursing Home?

    VivaLasViejas replied to JamieFrank's topic in General Nursing

    Endless rounds of accuchecks and insulin. And med passes...always med
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    So...What Kind of Nursing Task Do You LIKE?

    VivaLasViejas posted a topic in General Nursing

    We've got a really good thread going on the kinds of nursing tasks we hate, so I thought I'd throw this one out there to get people talking about the kinds they actually enjoy doing. For me it was...
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    Late on interview.

    VivaLasViejas replied to nursefromcali's topic in General Nursing

    I'd rather be an hour early than a minute late. Because I am directionally dyslexic, I alway give myself plenty of time to get lost. I also allow time for traffic problems, finding parking etc. thusly...
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    Age Discrimination in Nursing

    VivaLasViejas replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    At the last hospital I worked in, there was definitely an effort to push us older nurses out. We got the worst assignments and were the first to be called into the managers' office and disciplined for...
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    back @ nursing/should i do this?

    VivaLasViejas replied to SamRoseRN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    To be honest, I was unable to handle it in the end. I fought depression and anxiety for years before I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and by then my career was in shreds. I limped along...
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    Tough point in my life

    VivaLasViejas replied to BearFeet's topic in General Nursing

    I feel for you too. I had to leave nursing and go on Social Security disability because my depression and anxiety became so severe I could no longer work. I suffer from bipolar 1 disorder as well,...
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    Pray for our firefighters please

    VivaLasViejas replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    It feels like the entire Pacific NW is on fire. The smoke is thick even in areas like the metro areas of the mid-Willamette Valley, where there are no actual fires burning. Very difficult for people...
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    colleague does not want to take day off

    VivaLasViejas replied to bellefleur's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked with nurses like the one in the OP, and I'm totally envious. I've NEVER had that kind of energy, unless I was manic (and yes I do have a diagnosis). I say more power to
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    So...What Kind of Nursing Task Do You LIKE?

    VivaLasViejas replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    That is
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    IPN issues- 2015

    VivaLasViejas replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    What a cluster. I am so sorry about your ordeal. Glad you have an attorney representing you now.
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    Missing my AN friends

    VivaLasViejas replied to canigraduate's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there, cani! Good to see you back
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    back @ nursing/should i do this?

    VivaLasViejas replied to SamRoseRN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    It sounds to me like you need better control of your anxiety and depression symptoms. Please see your doctor, you may need a med adjustment (if you're taking any) and some good therapy. Cognitive...
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    Help for nurses with mental illnesses

    VivaLasViejas replied to Prisnur04's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Thank
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    Help for nurses with mental illnesses

    VivaLasViejas replied to Prisnur04's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I thought Obamacare fixed the disparity between medical care and mental health services. I can see an insurance company limiting visits to psychiatrists and therapists, but how does yours get away...
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    So...What Kind of Nursing Task Do You LIKE?

    VivaLasViejas replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    I also liked doing postmortem care and being there for the patient and family at the very end. It is a privilege to hold their hands as they pass from this life into the next and to provide dignity...
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    COB rollcall

    VivaLasViejas replied to NursesRmofun's topic in General Nursing

    Cna 1996, rn asn
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    Wondering if a psych stay would be considered a relapse?

    VivaLasViejas replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I think you're OK as long as you can stay out of IP. But if you do need that kind of help, don't hesitate to get it because of your program. Your mental health is far more
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    Help for nurses with mental illnesses

    VivaLasViejas replied to Prisnur04's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    You have been given some good advice. For what it's worth, I can tell you that you're not alone...I'm a retired nurse with bipolar 1 and I know what it's like to be unstable and desperate. Please...
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    Bipolar Nurse Hoping to Open Awareness of Mental Illness

    VivaLasViejas replied to HannaRNBSN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Good to see you back again! I'm glad your life has taken a turn for the
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    Got surprised at work yesterday.

    VivaLasViejas replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    That is awesome!
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    How should I say "thank you" to the nurse that has been beyond incredible?

    VivaLasViejas replied to throwaway94's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, and welcome to Allnurses! I think your desire to let your nurse know she is appreciated is great. A letter to her supervisor is even better. Just one caution---nurses cannot accept gifts from...