barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. No Nurse Shortage in Southern WV

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry guys, I was surprised that the Network West Virginia would even run such a blatent untruth, much less expect people to fall for this line. There is a nursing shortage here, just be a patient in...

  2. No Nurse Shortage in Southern WV

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in General Nursing

    sure they can, they drive to va, ohio, nc, and other places to make decent money. locally here in southern wv, things stink for

  3. No Nurse Shortage in Southern WV

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in General Nursing

    What area? Turn over is high because of working conditions, low pay and attitude of many administrations. They can always find another nurse or so they

  4. Lots of changes at our facility!

    barefootlady replied to melissa_rn's topic in Nurse Management

    I had a HN tell me just yesterday "the well is drying up", meaning employment seekers are no longer interested in working at this particular facility. I know her, she is a piece of work, so I have no...

  5. Defensive/Offensive Co-Worker

    barefootlady replied to amblessing's topic in General Nursing

    The US vs. THEM pattern is very clear here. Time for the HN to call a meeting and let everyone on the unit be clear that all staff is there to meet patient needs. I do not think wanting to know when...

  6. Co-Worker Threatening Suicide

    barefootlady replied to LadyMadonna's topic in General Nursing

    What an emotional roller coaster this person has put you on. Sure you wanted to be friendly with your coworker, but this is too much. You need to set some rules and stick to them. 1. No calls to...

  7. Forsyth Medical Center

    barefootlady replied to steve_80's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    From what I know it is a good facility. Go for

  8. Problem with On Assignment travel co.

    barefootlady replied to maryde's topic in Travel

    This company has been given some really mixed comments on another board. I think they need to get some people in the office that have a really good system and know what to ask, how to ask it, and...

  9. best advice for new ER nurse

    barefootlady replied to srknurse's topic in Emergency

    I will continue to read this board until I find out if I have been able to secure the ER position. I do think this is a wonderful and useful site. Thanks for all of the tips and keep your fingers...

  10. best advice for new ER nurse

    barefootlady replied to srknurse's topic in Emergency

    What a good source of information to each one of us. Thanks for the post. One thing though, everywhere I have ever worked and I do mean everywhere, there is always a large poster hanging on the door...

  11. What do surgical nurses do?

    barefootlady replied to Student_Nurse_WV's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Hello student nurse from WV. Welcome aboard. If you look into surgical nursing, not medical/surgical nursing you may get a few more answers. But I will attempt to give you some knowledge. In some...

  12. Family objections to your career

    barefootlady replied to njxcrush18's topic in Men in Nursing

    I am sorry for the pain and hurt you and your Mom are suffering. Just be secure in your decision and don't let his attitude stop you from being the best nurse you can be. I think he will one day be...

  13. Total Knee Surgery

    barefootlady replied to lifesaverwv's topic in General Nursing

    I only know hubby woke up in pain but was so happy to get his, he also wished he had it done sooner. Recovery is slow, be sure to do all of the exercises. Women here seem to be more aggressive in...

  14. License Reciprocity

    barefootlady replied to NurseJacqui's topic in Travel

    Do you mean mentally or

  15. Heard of American Mobile Healthcare

    barefootlady replied to jaycrue's topic in Travel

    Several months ago I got a letter from AMN asking me to contact them about a travel assignment. Could not do it d/t hubby being ill. Later I got another card asking me to call. After talking to the...

  16. cab someone please rec a traveling agency...

    barefootlady replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    I read on other sites that Cirrus is good. Abetta Care and TheraCare. I think it depends more on the recruiter too. Good

  17. Help, need legal advice, may get fired...

    barefootlady replied to Lulupalooza's topic in General Nursing

    You cannot be responsible for things that happen when you are not on duty, much less even present in the facility. This is a shoddy piece of work on the part of the previous supervisor and this...

  18. Staff morale / targeting

    barefootlady replied to porsch65's topic in Nurse Management

    I was sorry to read your post, I do know that many managers are not as supportative, fair, and even-handed in dealing with all staff members. I would not stay on the unit with this manager, they do...

  19. Legal implications for nurse who can't finish treatments

    barefootlady replied to Shell5's topic in General Nursing

    A report needs to be filed, it should be clear and concise. I would not hesitate to state d/t low staffing and requests for assistance from management were ignored and time did not permit tx to be...

  20. I Need Advice. May Lose Rn License!!

    barefootlady replied to Shell5's topic in Legal

    Been away for days. Heard anything? Anything happening? Good

  21. Read about my night!

    barefootlady replied to evans_c1's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Sounds like a typical shift to me. Be glad you could get a smile out of this, sometimes patients can be really

  22. Rotten co-worker. Need Help!

    barefootlady replied to SwinkerDoodleRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sorry to read you are the "bone these dogs are chewing on". You have a right to expect the team members to pull their weight. I would request a sit down meeting with this CNA, have an objective...

  23. Should I quit my job???

    barefootlady replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    Go for what you

  24. How to check RN status?

    barefootlady replied to Gigglesforall's topic in General Nursing

    My state gives my address, current status, if any discipline actions have been taken and renewal date. I think this is too much info for the general public to be able to

  25. Moonlighting Nurses

    barefootlady replied to tonicareer's topic in General Nursing

    What area are you talking