Ariyala

Ariyala

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  1. Are you a new informatics nurse?

    Ariyala replied to InformaticsRN.MA's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Hi! Just an informatics newbie saying hello. I'm in my third semester at UIC for Masters in Health Informatics. Currently I'm an ICU bedside RN, with 15 years experience. Eventually I'll transition...

  2. Handling rude co workers

    Ariyala replied to TurtleN84's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I had a same issue with a nurse. Just rude to me for no reason at all, at the nurses desk in front of everyone. I'm not good with confrontations and I had no idea what to do. I did have to report her...

  3. Illinois License

    Ariyala replied to amefoley's topic in General Nursing

    I moved to Illinois a few years ago and had no trouble getting mine. The application and all the paperwork you had to submit with it was a hassle. I want to say I received my license in the mail a few...

  4. MSN vs Masters in Health Informatics

    Ariyala replied to tracytate's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Please correct me if I'm wrong. But Nursing Informatics is working with nurses and doctors at the bedside and with hospitals. Health Informatics is more on the business side of things. You can work...

  5. What is your opinion....

    Ariyala replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    To each their own I say. Doesn't matter to me what others do. But, in my opinion, the more bedside nursing under your belt, the better you'll be at your advanced careers and the better you'll treat...

  6. Stress Relief after a BAD shift?

    Ariyala replied to JStollRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I can do this. My work stays at work. But on rare occasion, Im keeping something in my mind, nice loud music on the way home & when I get there, my dog. She's always so happy!!

  7. Did your Docs get you a Christmas gift or recognize your work?

    Ariyala replied to rkitty198's topic in General Nursing

    We usually get cookies, cakes, etc. This year our main Dr. got us a party tray from a local sandwich shop. And he happens to say 'thank you' often, which isnice to

  8. If you don't know...please ask!

    Ariyala replied to mcknis's topic in General Nursing

    I agree 100%!! No one knows everything, and we can't remember everything, ask ask

  9. Want to keep my pride. . . Please Advise

    Ariyala replied to SweetBabyLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the others who said just ask him. Think about it, the worst he can say is no, and if you don't ask, you probably won't get it. Go for it!!!

  10. Ominous physical symptoms

    Ariyala replied to catlvr's topic in General Nursing

    I agree!! It's always nice when Mr. Screamer stops, but then you have to ask yourself, WHY did Mr Screamer stop? Rarely does he/she just falls

  11. Do give up your seat for a doctor?

    Ariyala replied to Pmkn10RN's topic in General Nursing

    It depends. If I'm charting or busy with the computer, paperwork, etc, then no I won't. If I'm just sitting around talking then yes I

  12. Should I tattle?

    Ariyala replied to beachmom's topic in General Nursing

    We've all had our busy nights. Maybe she was "dumping" on you and maybe she wasn't. If you think she needs to be written up, do so, but only from YOUR point of view, observations, and facts. You can't...

  13. Computerized charting

    Ariyala replied to aellisrn's topic in General Nursing

    At my hospital we are all computerized. I love it, now (didn't at first). Dr's orders are all computerized too!! And now, we can read every one of them without turning the page upside down and...

  14. what is nursing school like?

    Ariyala replied to johnnyDoGood's topic in General Nursing

    Many years ago, I went to a night/weekend school and held a full time m-f 8-5 job. Its doable if you're

  15. help! may have needle tip broken in deltoid

    Ariyala replied to krissy29RN's topic in General Nursing

    I know when I hit bone, it gives me chills! I agree with the others, try to break the

  16. Work was good today

    Ariyala replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Makes ya feel good when you have a good, busy day doesn't it?

  17. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    Ariyala replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    hehe yeah I have dirtbikes, street bikes, ATV's, etc. Love them. I know the dangers as well as the friends I ride with. We all ride with caution (while having fun!)! we have also seen how accidents...

  18. New Admissions

    Ariyala replied to critical thinker's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Teamwork works for us, but if everyone is busy, the primary nurse has to do it all. I worked at a hospital that used an "admissions nurse". She came in and did ALL the admission paperwork!! She was...

  19. Nurse unable to walk without pain. Where to work?

    Ariyala replied to LearningRN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with seeing a podiatrist. I too, have PF so bad it is painful to walk at times. I work in a busy CVICU, and I'm now getting by with shoe inserts from my

  20. Is this "normal"?

    Ariyala replied to firstyearstudent's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If its a hospital, it's a 24 hour/7 day a week job. I'm not one to put things off & say "oh, the next shift can do it" (I hate saying that and leaving for the next shift) but sometimes you have...

  21. Totally Gross! Had to share...

    Ariyala replied to Bumashes's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    HAHA yeah, I'm always standing with my body WAY back stretching my arms WAY out!! I can only imagine how it looks!! And..to the OP...."snotty crotch tissue"..........eeewwww and I'm still

  22. Strong vs. weak RN

    Ariyala posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, in your opinion, what could I do to be viewed at as a "strong" nurse vs a "weak" nurse. I feel that on my floor, (a busy CVICU) that the charge nurses see me as just a mediocre nurse. Not weak,...

  23. Strong vs. weak RN

    Ariyala replied to Ariyala's topic in General Nursing

    You are right. I need to change this language to be better/more confidant. Vanlo001 - I do help out everyone, sickest patient or not, and sometimes I do get the sickest patient. I will get my CCRN...

  24. Strong vs. weak RN

    Ariyala replied to Ariyala's topic in General Nursing

    haha I like that. Maybe I will, good advice. But, I don't want to step on peoples toes, but is that part of the job? Why do people get mad at those trying to lead (not necessarily me, just anyone)?...

  25. Strong vs. weak RN

    Ariyala replied to Ariyala's topic in General Nursing

    I have lots to think about and also lots to work on. For some reply's to your posts..... I'm not sensitive (for the most part) nor thin skinned. That I'm sure about. I'm strong willed and the first...