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  1. Hep B Vaccine or not?

    alyx posted a topic in General Nursing

    Did you get it? We are now required to get the Hep.B vaccine before our final clinical orientaion or document why we refuse. I have researched this vaccine and am at odds as to whether or not it's...

  2. Come together

    alyx replied to ~nurse~'s topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You go girl...and I'll

  3. Reverse culturally specific care...it ain't happening.

    alyx replied to carachel2's topic in General Nursing

    Ok...while I truly mean no harm or ill will...I'm ready to be flamed. Quite frankly I'm tired of all people no matter where they are from or what they do...who expect an American living and haven't...

  4. This just fries me!!!!

    alyx replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Keep a lilopop in your pocket and the next time she asks you something hand it to her..........I didn't even let my 5 year old get away with this stuff. Here's my favorite line for the irresponsible...

  5. Please answer test questions

    alyx replied to smstar1996's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    let us know what your instructor says when you talk with her. good

  6. I'm sooo disappointed.

    alyx replied to alyx's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone...It's even exhausting just reading about all the paper work that is required. I imagine ones does get used to it over time and it becomes easier. I'm comforted knowing that it's not...

  7. I'm sooo disappointed.

    alyx posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all, I work LTC and Home Care ( I adore it!)... in my second semester of NS doing clinicals. I can't even begin to express how disappointed I am with ALL the PAPER work. I certainly understand...

  8. ? Why are people saying that nursing is tough? i dont understand whats so hard about

    alyx replied to Jelet's topic in General Nursing

    Ah...ignorance IS bliss afterall. No offence

  9. Can't get rid of the smell!

    alyx posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all...I was wondering what might help with getting rid of "that smell"...it could be any smell but in my case its a severe diabetic smell. I'm in clinicals now...love every bit of it BUT today I...

  10. Can't get rid of the smell!

    alyx replied to alyx's topic in General Nursing

    I'll try them all! Thanks to everyone for your time in responding. I know we all have very little extra. Funny about the shaving cream. I recently had my mom in the ER for bowel obstruction/severe...

  11. Most memorable thing patient has said to me...

    alyx replied to Nurse Salt's topic in General Nursing

    Some great one liners for sure. Thanks everyone for sharing. I had a one liner that I take with me everywhere I go....she said..."You were born to be a nurse!" I thought I was too...it blessed me...

  12. Desperate need of advice

    alyx replied to SandraKBrown's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Girlfriend...I understand too. My dad passed....my husband and I sold our house mom sold hers..we purchased one for all of us...six months later my husband left...he's now back. Taking care of...

  13. What to do when agency holds pay

    alyx replied to pedshomehealth's topic in General Nursing

    Illegal,

  14. My question is: Why are nurses so mean to each other?

    alyx replied to LadyJRN1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Leslie....seriously...I've been reading your posts for awhile now....style at all times!!! I think you missed your calling....you have "journalist" written all over you! I love how you say...

  15. Are you an introvert or extrovert?

    alyx replied to jessi1106's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Correct definition! Often confused with personality types...I'm an introvert to the core....but my personality is very out going and often gregarious. Thanks for the heads up to everyone about this...

  16. CNA duties vs. Nursing Duties

    alyx replied to joolia's topic in General Nursing

    I love taking total care of my patients/residents. I look forward to continuing that special care after I graduate...I'm in this field because because I want to help people feel better...not like...

  17. At dinner out, I am chastised for drinking before work by manager -- help?

    alyx replied to SoundofMusic's topic in General Nursing

    Oh definately....no ETHANOL before work! TeHe..couldn't

  18. It'll Be Alright. God's With Them.

    alyx replied to RecoveringKite's topic in General Nursing

    I have a daughter too,16, just found out she started experimenting with THC ....her father (my ex..similar situation) really doesn't care a hoot about what happens to her...I've been on on my knees...

  19. Don't Ignore Family Concerns

    alyx replied to Duckman_97's topic in General Nursing

    I lost my papa 1 and a half years ago...my heart cries with you...especially since it was so preventable. I will head your advice and put it into practice always. God Bless you as you try to go

  20. Entrance Essay Question

    alyx replied to JCF_in_TN's topic in General Nursing

    I would google LPN jobs and start from there....there is tons of info...specifically type something like "what does an LPN do?" You'll have more information than you can use. A stop by a local...

  21. i got a needle stick today need prayer

    alyx replied to texas_lvn's topic in General Nursing

    In the name of Jesus...receive your healing...I will also continue to pray. Have faith my

  22. CNA Skills!

    alyx replied to kelseyg83's topic in General Nursing

    Well there you go...you already knew what to do...I'm sure you'll do just fine. We always tend to worry unnecessarily when we have an exam in front of us...i'm sure your skills are excellent...trust...

  23. CNA Skills!

    alyx replied to kelseyg83's topic in General Nursing

    Wow...tough timing..the written exam is certainly doable with your current licensure....the skills part, depending on where you are is pretty specific...not that you'll always do things exactly in...

  24. Any current/former nursing students have unsupportive families?

    alyx replied to crazyco's topic in General Nursing

    ya..wallow in the pity for a moment and then move on. Focus on what U want and then take the steps to make it happen. Join study groups and find new friends with similar interests to support...

  25. I want her fired!!!!

    alyx replied to HisTreasure's topic in General Nursing

    I DO NOT TOLERATE DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR! I'm a nursing student and I want to tell you all that I'm learning so much. Love that rule above. You Go