GadgetRN71 ASN, RN

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    "blame the nurse" in the OR??

    GadgetRN71 replied to HurricaneRN's topic in Operating Room

    The OR is like any other area..you must not only be an advocate for the patient, but for yourself as well. There have been OR nurses who were disciplined for not speaking up when something was...
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    46 too old to start nusring school?

    GadgetRN71 replied to cute2's topic in General Nursing

    I really hope this is sarcasm at it's finest..(sometimes, sarcasm is hard to pick up on here-then again, it could be my fast approaching
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    46 too old to start nusring school?

    GadgetRN71 replied to cute2's topic in General Nursing

    That's the spirit!! I look at it this way most of us in the second half of the boomer generation or who are Generation X or younger will have to work when we're past 70. So, that gives you even more...
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    Why do you put up with the abuse?

    GadgetRN71 replied to lilla_fjaril's topic in Operating Room

    I'm someone who doesn't put up with the abuse..I figure, the union takes money out of my check each week so they best start earning their keep. I've been utilizing them a lot more lately. You're...
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    do you prefer long or short surgeries?

    GadgetRN71 replied to ajaxgirl's topic in Operating Room

    When I was a tech, short cases. Now that I'm a nurse, long cases. Those I&Ds in particular can be a pain what with all the stupid charting and
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    NO LUNCH? NO BREAKS? Is that common in nursing?

    GadgetRN71 replied to CleveRN2008's topic in General Nursing

    I can sympathize with those who feel that they're stuck in a bad situation and can't say anything-however, I also agree that the hospitals get away with this because we've allowed them to. Just look...
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    Is nursing depressing? Would you leave because of that?

    GadgetRN71 replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoy being a nurse and the fact that what I do has impact in others' lives. What can depress me though, is the bull**** that goes on with coworkers. Nursing can be stressful enough. Why do we have...
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    Sketchers

    GadgetRN71 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I haven't lost a ton of weight wearing these, but I do notice that my legs and butt firmed up a bit, and my posture is
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    Sketchers

    GadgetRN71 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    No, they are actually pretty light. I have 2 pairs..black for my "civilian" life and white for
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    Shoes with Good Support!

    GadgetRN71 replied to Dempather's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    If you have been diagnosed with plantar faciitis(sp?) I wouldn't recommend Crocs..I wore them for the last time 3 weeks ago. My arches were killing me. If you don't have any foot problems, they may be...
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    brand spankin' new......

    GadgetRN71 replied to carluvscats's topic in Operating Room

    Any area of nursing is going to have hazing..and yes, OR nursing can be bad. I swear I work with a group of 7th graders sometimes. The good thing though, is that it toughens you up. You should never...
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    Modesty Issues

    GadgetRN71 replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    I have had it done..I had surgery, couldn't void afterward and a male nurse came to straight cath me. No biggie, I was so uncomfortable at that point, the janitor could have come in, and I wouldn't...
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    Hospital vs. home laundered scrubs and caps

    GadgetRN71 replied to shaomai's topic in Operating Room

    We can wear our own scrubs but aren't supposed to wear them in or to go home. We can also wear our own hats and don't have to cover them with the disposable
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    Modesty Issues

    GadgetRN71 replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    Most surgeons are trying to get away from foleys, but this can't always be avoided. The doctors and staff have your medical needs first and foremost in their minds. No one is getting excited about...
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    Modesty Issues

    GadgetRN71 replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    Most of our pts are under general anesthesia so by the time we put a foley in, they are asleep. Usually the same for prepping.Now, I used to do alot of Cysto, and some of those pts were awake. We do...
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    Tattoo's....quick ?

    GadgetRN71 replied to nursingstudent221's topic in General Nursing

    No, although all 4 of mine are in spots where my scrubs cover them..I'm thinking of a fifth one on the nape of my neck(a small
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    Why would I NOT help? I'm confused.

    GadgetRN71 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean..I will bend over backwards, stay late, do almost anything for the pleasant, helpful doctors/surgeons. The jerks? Well, let's just say when they are begging people to stay late to...
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    Why would I NOT help? I'm confused.

    GadgetRN71 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think these days, people in general just don't help each other out. I try to, even though I get funny looks sometimes. It just comes down to basic human kindness and karma. How someone, MD, PA,...
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    Ever had an instrument rep behave unprofessionally in the OR?

    GadgetRN71 replied to OR Dude's topic in Operating Room

    Wow, Fracturenurse, that sucks. Our reps are very nice..and they don't come into the room until the patient is draped and we have made
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    OR travel Nursing..

    GadgetRN71 posted a topic in Travel

    Any recommendations for a travel nursing company for an OR nurse?
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    OR Travel Nurses

    GadgetRN71 replied to MJN2007's topic in Travel

    I know this is an older thread, but what travel companies are good for OR nurses? I filled out an application for American Mobile and now I'm a little nervous...not exactly swimming in positive...
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    How to deal with a nurse that acts immature?

    GadgetRN71 replied to scorp2580's topic in General Nursing

    Most of my department is immature, LOL. I'm at the stage now where I just laugh at them, sometimes, right in their
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    How to Show Others You Are Happy While Working...

    GadgetRN71 replied to abundantjoy07's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, as long as you are professional and don't verbally abuse pts and coworkers..you shouldn't have to act like a Stepford Wife while at
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    Quit after first day of orientation!

    GadgetRN71 replied to FLg8r's topic in General Nursing

    True..you didn't call anyone fat outright..but you did mention the "fat" people you see at school everyday(and put it in bold letters too, might I add). It was implied that you think that those that...
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    What do you wear?

    GadgetRN71 replied to Aneroo's topic in Operating Room

    We are not required to wear lab coats. It is my understanding that before staff had to years back, but they got away from