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  1. nurse leaders/charge bull

    angelbear replied to CherryRN's topic in Nurse Management

    I just wanted to say that I think you are handling it exactly right. You said you will continue as before and see what happens you arent saying you wont give it a chance. If things dont work out you...

  2. wound care

    angelbear replied to txnrs1's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Would this wound be a candidate for a wound vac? Just curious as that is what I have right now and it is doing miracles. I realize this may be different due too age, nutrition and overall health....

  3. unhappy nurse

    angelbear replied to nurse unhappy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Can I come work with you. I think team work is so important and makes the work environment so much more pleasant. It is such a shame that grown mature people who have worked so hard to get where...

  4. 10/10 pain..venting!

    angelbear replied to NYCRN16's topic in Emergency

    I just had a TAH/BSO followed one week post op by a surgical evac of rather large hematoma. My pain never went below an 8. Unfortunately I have fibromyalgia,PLMD,RLS and severe arthritis along with...

  5. Sick Leave

    angelbear replied to Jan B's topic in Orthopedic

    We accrue PTO but it accrues very slowly. If we miss anytime and dont have the PTO to cover it we have to make it up. We do not get sick days. Given the fact that we work with sick people you would...

  6. Why all the fuss? Influenza.

    angelbear replied to tgibson3770's topic in General Nursing

    I dont think it is hype as a matter of fact it may even be being downplayed. Flu has killed in my family and that was last yr. This yr it seems to be worse than last. I personally think the more...

  7. WARNING!! Discretionary subject matter!

    angelbear replied to skybirdrising's topic in General Nursing

    I see no harm in self or shared sexual satisfaction for patients. I think in many cases it can be beneficial to the well being and healing process. Depending on the case of

  8. Had to clone myself to use the bb!

    angelbear replied to Hellllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    but then I am prematurely menopausal. So glad to have you back. Just reply to everything no matter how rediculous. Welcome

  9. Why patients abuse the ER...I'm beginning to understand

    angelbear replied to marcicatherine's topic in Emergency

    I couldn't agree more with you. I have yet to recieve speedy or adequet care at one of those walk in clinics. ER is faster and often cheaper. Often times it is difficult to get into your regular md...

  10. Dear Nurse Manager

    angelbear replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    We all need to vent from time to time. That is what we are here for. I hope you feel

  11. Update on post surgical wound

    angelbear posted a topic in General Nursing

    Saw surgeon on Mon she did a horrible job dressing the wound. Said she would set up home health which she did that same day. The homehealth nurse came today and freaked out. He says the wound is...

  12. Update on post surgical wound

    angelbear replied to angelbear's topic in General Nursing

    Just wanted to let you know wound vac did not arrive today. Homehealth nurse did get it approved and even got the freedom vac he had hoped for but it wont be here till tomorrow. I am doing fine...

  13. Am I just too idealistic?

    angelbear replied to JaHazle's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I worked LTC geriatrics for 2.5yrs before I left which broke my heart. I am here to tell you that what the original posters says is for the most part true. I do not think she is being judgemental...

  14. Anyone know anything about wound care please help

    angelbear posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I had a TAH Mon Nov 17 staples removed on the following Mon. Was running a low grade temp(99.8) at the office and c/o of continued extensive pain. She just said to wash incision daily with half...

  15. Anyone know anything about wound care please help

    angelbear replied to angelbear's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, Just wanted to let all you caring souls know that one of my nurse friends from work came by tonight and changed the dressing with my husbands help. She did a great job maintaining a sterile...

  16. Anyone know anything about wound care please help

    angelbear replied to angelbear's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the responses. And yes noney I was concerned and it seems rightly so. Absolutely nothing has gone right from the beginning. So far so good with my son. My dad had him the first week and...

  17. Ethical Question

    angelbear replied to CalvilloSN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    My sons 17 yr old at the time girlfriend gave birth to his son while she was still 17 baby's mom was very good to her daughter fortunately because she was calling the shots through labor. What...

  18. I need advice

    angelbear replied to Scotty's topic in General Nursing

    Dear Scotty, you truely are a hero. Best wishes to you and your

  19. Emotional day at work

    angelbear replied to EmeraldNYL's topic in General Nursing

    It is not often that I find myself able to whole heartedly agree with prn, but this time I gotta say she said it best. You done

  20. May I ask a few questions?

    angelbear posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    Over the last yr we have had several agency nurses at our facility. For the most part they have all been awsome. My biggest problem as a staff nurse at my facility is the politics and personality...

  21. Confront a fellow nurse or not?

    angelbear replied to AmberL&D/RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have run into this type of lazy whining nurse before I usually just reply that I am a very helpful person and that she can most likely get me to help her more by being thankful for what Ido...

  22. I love LTC.

    angelbear replied to Buddha's topic in General Nursing

    Oh Peggysue, Must you why cant anyone take things at face value anymore geesh. Kudos to all who work LTC and love it. I totally loved it too but could not take the unsafe staffing levels. I wish...

  23. I need advice

    angelbear replied to Scotty's topic in General Nursing

    Please let us know how this works out. I have had encephalitis x2 and spinal headaches after both kids. There is no worse pain than a horrible HA. I pray they find the problem and care for his pain...

  24. I Quit My Job Today! I'm so relieved!

    angelbear replied to live4today's topic in General Nursing

    Dont have a clue what is up with your job thing but if it involves you fighting for nurses I am all for that. Someone sure needs too and I am guessing you would be a good person for the job. Best of...

  25. My Theory On Modern Nursing vs How It Used To Be

    angelbear replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Am I the only one who has noticed that agent never did come back with any real solutions? It has always amazed me how some people can be so negative about the nurses on this board and how we post yet...