ebear

ebear BSN, RN

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  1. Pet Peeve

    ebear replied to MadNursePa's topic in General Nursing

    "M'am" is fine....unless you're Barbara Boxer.

  2. Pain is NOT subjective

    ebear replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in Pain Management

    So true, TallFNP! I kept having this deep down muscle pain for years. Providers wold roll their eyes and give muscle relaxants, etc. A smart FNP FINALLY did Vit D level. It came back at 15! After...

  3. Career Change to Nursing

    ebear replied to Jami2010's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, JenRN. I wasn't trying to impress. It's just how I prepared for a career that has ended up spitting in the face of "seasoned"

  4. What would you change about nursing?

    ebear replied to Tay245's topic in General Nursing

    Let me add to the rest...ALL MDs and administrative staff shall be sick as HELL at least once in their lives, when not a soul knows or gives a rat's ass WHO they are. They shall be totally dependent...

  5. Career Change to Nursing

    ebear replied to Jami2010's topic in General Nursing

    BTW, I think my only regret is that I didn't join the army as an RN. I'm 57yrs old and still think about it. The war in Viet Nam was wrapping up when I finished school, but I really wanted to serve...

  6. Career Change to Nursing

    ebear replied to Jami2010's topic in General Nursing

    I worked as a "candystriper" from ages 12 to 14 at the nearest hospital. In high school, got out of school at 2:30 and worked as a unit secretary full time 3-11 (then went home and did homework) and...

  7. Confused please help!!!!!!!

    ebear replied to archieap's topic in Government, Military

    Go to the "Specialty" tab at the top of page and scroll down to Government and Military Nursing. You may find answers there!

  8. "under the table"

    ebear replied to natalia13's topic in General Nursing

    You're welcome, Sweetie! Glad we could all help.:redbeathe This fella will end up with his tail in a crack one day...trust me! We "old-timers" have just about seen it all! You'll be fine. Just...

  9. "Better Patient Outcomes" As A Marketing Tool

    ebear replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, billboards advertising hospitals is so tacky! If a hospital is known for excellent care, word gets around. It also gets around if the care is crappy! Hospitals are desparate and it shows loud...

  10. "under the table"

    ebear replied to natalia13's topic in General Nursing

    a "misunderstanding" huh??? What BS! Glad you found out about this character before you

  11. having to tell your manager you're quitting....the good, bad, and ugly

    ebear replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    I hear ya,

  12. DNR does not mean do not treat, people!

    ebear replied to rnto?'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    She is VERY ill

  13. "under the table"

    ebear replied to natalia13's topic in General Nursing

    Natalia, you can see that we've all been in this field for a long time. PLEASE listen to

  14. "under the table"

    ebear replied to natalia13's topic in General Nursing

    NO!!! This sounds VERY fishy. RUN!!!! Your gut is telling you

  15. I take it personally...

    ebear replied to Bortaz's topic in General Nursing

    Bortaz, I did 7 yrs of peds. Finally just couldn't deal with it anymore. God Bless your heart! :redbeathe Know that you are in my prayers for strength, comfort and grace that only HE can give. You...

  16. New grad? Here's what you can expect..

    ebear replied to sweetrvr's topic in First Year After Licensure

    To all of you new grads as well as experienced nurses: Check out both Carolinas. Many, many places are hiring! Good luck! Most are huge teaching hospitals in university settings. Good experience...

  17. having to tell your manager you're quitting....the good, bad, and ugly

    ebear replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    WOW! Some of these responses amaze me! They wonder why so many nurses have "had enough?" Boy, could I write a

  18. A break from nursing??

    ebear replied to septvirgo03's topic in General Nursing

    I've taken a few breaks from my 30+ career as an RN. It saved my sanity! I just stayed home or worked on further certifications. Sometimes, you just have to step away! Like others have said, it's...

  19. What are the requirements to be a military nurse?

    ebear replied to watchasay10's topic in Government, Military

    Almost went there...sometimes sorry I didn't. Heavily recruited by Army and lived right at Fort Benning, Ga. Good luck with your decision. I think it would be a very honorable thing to do! I have...

  20. offended....

    ebear replied to 1louise1's topic in General Nursing

    Suanna, I agree with you. It was the "go get" that chapped my

  21. Former co-worker reported to BON

    ebear replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    O.R. nurses are at risk too...as well as every nurse I KNOW who defends themselves in the face of every obstacle we face everyday! That includes arrogant, condescending, non-caring MDs and upper...

  22. Chewing Gum

    ebear replied to Otessa's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    coolpeach, not only no, but HELL NO! That is ridiculous! Take your breaks and full lunch time! I learned long ago that if I died, they'd just step over me. DON'T do that to

  23. offended....

    ebear replied to 1louise1's topic in General Nursing

    ...or "A lack of sense on your part does not constitute an emergency on

  24. Becoming an NP with little to no nursing experience??

    ebear replied to Blurr156's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Jobless, don't believe this line of bull...

  25. Becoming an NP with little to no nursing experience??

    ebear replied to Blurr156's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    UKStudent, AMEN,