barefootlady

barefootlady ADN, RN

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  1. Rather odd question

    barefootlady replied to FrostyLight's topic in Men in Nursing

    No advice from me. I did not laugh but the smile was too hard to try and stop. Really, I like well scrubbed, clean smelling co-workers. I never asked about the undies. Have a great day.

  2. male CNA fired for "I love YOU"

    barefootlady replied to edgreen's topic in Men in Nursing

    I read the story with interest. I am sorry and mystified that you were fired. I do think you have a case but is it worth the cost? I hope you get another position that will appreciate your caring...

  3. Accused of Racism!

    barefootlady replied to yaddadoit's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Document, document, document. Write a clear and concise version of what happened and what this CNA's response was to being told her patient care was not acceptable. I would maybe check around,...

  4. Losing your license in Nevada?

    barefootlady replied to jayrelic's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Hey, 5050 girl, Let us know what is happening with

  5. When should NCLEX review start?

    barefootlady replied to MIA-RN1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Since no one else has posted, I thought I would give you a quick note. I am a R.N., when I finished school, several of us took a local review from a former teacher. She was so wierd, but she kept us...

  6. HCA to sell all hospitals in WV

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in General Nursing

    Spoke with a nurse on Friday who does weekends at SFH. She says they have been sold and no one is telling the staff who bought them. She says all sorts of programs have been offered the older nurses...

  7. Marginalization of Male Nurses

    barefootlady replied to earthlovers123's topic in Men in Nursing

    The last male nurse I worked with loved being "picked-on" by some of us. He was and is a wonderful nurse and he is a good person to have around in a real bind, like a code, or a violent patient....

  8. 1)Feeling picked on, 2) How much is too much? A vent of a nurse/mom loosing her mind.

    barefootlady replied to estrogen's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Estrogen; I have checked this post everyday to see if you posted and to check on your progress. Sounds like God moved on the hearts of your family to work out a way to conquer some of the...

  9. No Internet access at work

    barefootlady replied to pricklypear's topic in General Nursing

    Never have worked where the general nursing staff had internet access on the floor computers. Only managers and a few selected computers were on line. There were always emails regarding internet...

  10. Drug seeking or real pain? How do you tell?

    barefootlady replied to JudyPRN's topic in Pain Management

    I too understand and feel your post, Tom. Keep on the green, Tom.

  11. Forced to Orientate to ER

    barefootlady replied to nursesbca's topic in General Nursing

    Since you have been given no choice but to orient to ER, attempt to look on the experience as a positive learning one. Be sure and tell the charge nurse you are not ACLS certified, fill out any form...

  12. Prepare yourselves, the drug addict on Dr. Phil is a nurse.

    barefootlady replied to Judee Smudee's topic in General Nursing

    Watched both shows. I am amazed,sickened, and angry at these 2 women and these 2 men. Dr. Phil went for the shock value and got it. Now, it remains to be seen if there is help and healing for these...

  13. Routine assessment on night shift - how thorough?

    barefootlady replied to estrogen's topic in Medical-Surgical

    RNinSoCal, Great post. I don't find that many patients asleep at 23:00 or even later, so waking them is not usually a problem. I do as complete of an assessment as possible when checking a patient...

  14. I hope this doesn't offend anyone...

    barefootlady replied to markjrn's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like stress has a good hold on you today. Please, take a few minutes to unwind. I wish you a better shift the next time you

  15. I hope this doesn't offend anyone...

    barefootlady replied to markjrn's topic in General Nursing

    Like I said, if you work long enough you will hear all kinds of names given to patients private parts. I would be very distress too. This nurse was inapproiate and uncaring. I hope you addressed...

  16. I am going to have a serious meltdown

    barefootlady replied to Danianne's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! Sounds like your experience was terrible and I agree with all of the posters who urged you to seek further action in this matter. I only hope you are feeling better now and have had no further...

  17. I hope this doesn't offend anyone...

    barefootlady replied to markjrn's topic in General Nursing

    Who cares what name is given patients privates, was the issue of pain

  18. I Think I've Just About Had It.......

    barefootlady replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Nursing Career

    Marla, I don't have any profound words of wisdom or insight for you. I know you are in a bind and need to be very careful, think every issue through to the end, be clear as to what you want and what...

  19. Brainstorming, End of life and Morphine use.

    barefootlady replied to Antikigirl's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    No matter how many inservices you give on this subject, some nurses will never change their minds about giving mso4, duragesic patch, robonal, and other meds to the dying patient. There has to be a...

  20. can't find a job

    barefootlady replied to 2good2btrue's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know how discouraged and depressed you feel right now. But please try to remain positive, once you have your license, things will open up. Have you talked with any of your classmates about car...

  21. MDs overriding protocol?

    barefootlady replied to JaneyW's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You are in a rough spot. The policies and protocols of a facility are in place for a reason, patient safety. Tell the doctor you can only give pit per protocol, call the supervisor if he increases...

  22. 1)Feeling picked on, 2) How much is too much? A vent of a nurse/mom loosing her mind.

    barefootlady replied to estrogen's topic in General Nursing

    You are not getting enough rest and you are putting your license in danger by going so long without sleep. We all make mistakes when we get overtired. You need to get a baby sitter, reliable and...

  23. Outrageous !!!!!!!

    barefootlady replied to barefootlady's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Last month when my daughter and her friend were in Vegas to go to that horse show, she saw a shooting from the balcony of her motel. The cops were involved, I don't know what happened, but I bet...

  24. New Grad hired for Float pool

    barefootlady replied to Pleaides's topic in General Nursing

    I think you need to get a few more specifics on this job. Like Suzanne 4 stated, it will make a big difference where you float. I used to float, we were trained on each unit, about 2 weeks. Some...

  25. Tonight's ER 5/12

    barefootlady replied to t2000JC's topic in General Nursing

    To me the whole premise of this show was to point out that interns do make mistakes and some of those mistakes cost lives. Ray is NOT my favorite character, nor Pratt. Abby is Ok, Nila will be...