SunnyAndrsn

SunnyAndrsn

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  1. Dansko clogs

    SunnyAndrsn replied to mamason's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    My program wouldn't allow crocs, but I've never heard of Danskos being banned.

  2. Dansko clogs

    SunnyAndrsn replied to mamason's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Really? My podiatrist was the one who recommended them! There is most definately heel

  3. Dealing with unreasonable PTs, SWs etc

    SunnyAndrsn replied to Tortoiseshell's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like it's different in a hospital setting. I'm in long term/sub acute care. My point was that are other PTs seem to be able to give us a heads up "hey I'm going to be taking ______ for PT...

  4. Do Nurses eat their....lunch?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to massrn116's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I find it very difficult to take a lunch break consistantly. But I'd say about half the time something happens (8 hour shift) where i can't take a break. Residents fall, I get an admit, unstable pt...

  5. would like opinions on this letter please

    SunnyAndrsn replied to kermitlady's topic in General Nursing

    I think your letter is well written, go ahead and send as is...but think about the people on the other end receiving it. What do you think they are going to think? What do you hope the outcome will...

  6. Dealing with unreasonable PTs, SWs etc

    SunnyAndrsn replied to Tortoiseshell's topic in General Nursing

    We have a social worker who is a complete and total PITA this way too. She never lets us know when she's coming, and gets very upset that we haven't pre-medicated for therapy. The problem is that...

  7. I passed!!!

    SunnyAndrsn posted a topic in General Nursing

    I finished my ADN in December, took my boards this past Thursday, and the update on the state's BON website says I passed!!!! Can't wait to go to work on Monday and be able to sign RN instead of LPN....

  8. Dansko clogs

    SunnyAndrsn replied to mamason's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have tendonitis in my right foot, I won't wear anything else. Best shoes ever! You may want to consider getting custom made orthotics too. Some of the Danskos have a removeable top insole, they...

  9. Question about living in one state while working in the next one over.

    SunnyAndrsn replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    You pay state income tax for the state you live in. When you fill out your paperwork, tax info, etc you're employer's HR should be setting it up so that they take out the state income tax for the...

  10. I passed!!!

    SunnyAndrsn replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    Nope, I didn't take a review class. I did buy some flashcards, and studied from those. But I certainly didn't cram, I've been working too

  11. tips on how to survive 12 hr shifts.

    SunnyAndrsn replied to arabella205's topic in General Nursing

    Dansko shoes are the best. Consider buying a pair or three of knee hi ted hose, they help with leg fatigue, especially if you are doing the 12's in a row. Pack a snack to eat on the way home to avoid...

  12. RN student assigned to LPN???

    SunnyAndrsn replied to Sara5229's topic in General Students

    You remind me of two of my aids who are in nursing school. Stop worrying about the titles and start learning--you'll be able to relax so you can learn. good luck to you, but honestly, your post...

  13. Scared about the NCLEX!!

    SunnyAndrsn replied to xjenn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I took mine on Thursday, found out through the state's BON website that I passed on Friday afternoon. How did it go? I also had just 75 questions, I bet you passed too. But, from the questions, it...

  14. Your degree(s) in other fields--are they helping you in nursing?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to learning08's topic in General Nursing

    It made school a lot easier (Biology degree) but did not help me get my first nursing job. It is helping me advance faster

  15. Nurses: Educated Professionals or Puppets?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to Truth66's topic in General Nursing

    I think you miss the word loyalty in here, vs. puppet. You expected your employer to appreciate you, and they don't. Take care, and move on by being loyal to

  16. What kind of nurse are you?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to BroadwayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Tired? I work 6am-2pm in long term care. I have 24 residents (22 right now, two died within the last week). I plan my day as best I can, to provide as high of quality of care as I can. I load my med...

  17. Dangerous nurses

    SunnyAndrsn replied to funmom's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's best to have good control. It is an emergency to have hypoglycemia. In other words, this is an immediate life threatening situation that requires fast action. Hyperglycemia is also dangerous,...

  18. Peds rotation

    SunnyAndrsn replied to mlisk589's topic in General Nursing

    I loved, loved, loved, LOVED pediatrics. However, I did have one pt. that was hospice...at 8 months of age. I also helped care for a young boy that was most likely terminal as well. Those were not...

  19. Was anyone poor before becoming a nurse?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to ohcomeon's topic in General Nursing

    I hate to admit I was wrong, but I do think that DH and I will need to remain a two income household. We can't make it on just my salary alone right now. Currently I'm an LPN, waiting to take my...

  20. Pain is NOT subjective

    SunnyAndrsn replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in Pain Management

    Based on this, then she was an 8. While she didn't have the facial characteristics, she still couldn't get out of bed and repositioning caused her pain as

  21. Disresepectful hospice nurse

    SunnyAndrsn replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    She had printed it out and was referring to it as she spoke to one of the nurses and left it laying on the desk when she left. The nurse (this was on NOC) said she had a hard time printing it, I'm...

  22. Disresepectful hospice nurse

    SunnyAndrsn posted a topic in General Nursing

    About a week ago, I noticed that the HHA that comes in to our LTC to work with the hospice pts. didn't appear to be doing much with them during her time with them, and was caught on her cell phone...

  23. Hateful LTC Staff...How Should I deal With It?

    SunnyAndrsn replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    I hope you can get your hospice team supervisor to come in and have a little chit chat with the LTC DON! Up until now, we've had great experiences with hospice and hospice staff. We love having them...

  24. Disresepectful hospice nurse

    SunnyAndrsn replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    What do you suppose the other side would be? AGAIN, THE HHA WAS SPOKEN TO ABOUT HER PERFORMANCE AND IT HAS DRAMATICALLY IMPROVED. HOW DOES THAT JUSTIFY NAMING

  25. Disresepectful hospice nurse

    SunnyAndrsn replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    Our CNA was there also and stated she too, had seen this. Again, I'd like to point out that it's obvious the HHA has been talked to about expectations and the things that she can do. The HHA did a...