greenergrass BSN, RN

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    Different Stress Relievers, Which Would You Choose?

    greenergrass replied to NurseJamesMcCoy's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Tried it. Not my thing, but most people love it. I'm into Yoga right now...and, of course...Sex is always a great stress
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Tweety - Are you trapped inside with the "babies" for 9 days? Is there a dog park around? Maybe they can go romp & play? Are they loud? If so...mp3 player & headphones! Of course,...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    cheat days....ohh, i used to have those. i would deprive myself all week & then become pig girl for a day... kind of felt a bit bipolar. now i have "reward evening" every week i have this time...
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    The Patient I Failed

    greenergrass replied to nerdtonurse?'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Of course this was the winning article a touching story, eloquently written! Fabulous! A true representation of the humanity & inhumanity in healthcare today. Thank you &
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Mercy - How often do you eat? I ask because there's a ton of research on eating as fuel - keeping the metabolic furnace fueled. Most nutritionists are now recommending 5-6 small meals spread no...
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    Any Cyclists out there?

    greenergrass replied to mcknis's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Beautiful set up! Some
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    What type of exercise do you do??

    greenergrass replied to CardioTrans's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Ahhh! A fellow tri! Cool! I'm doing my very 1st tri on October 5th. Wish me luck. Very nice to meet you "Iam46yearsold" I am 41. So much nicer in my 40's than earlier years when I took my...
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    Any Cyclists out there?

    greenergrass replied to mcknis's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You are AWESOME! How far are you from work? I live 30 miles & work 7a-7:30p. I'm just not up to it yet. I would LIKE to be & keep thinking of it. I just can't picture it yet. What kind...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Welcome Proud Mave!!!:spnngwlcm: Sounds like you're off to a wonderful start. You are wrapped in well wishes & happy thoughts!
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    O.k., NOW it's Friday...isn't it? Sorry! I work 3 days a week...get confused sometimes! It's the Alzheimer's! Hope you're feeling better after the chest pain thing!!! Yikes! That's scary! I'm glad...
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    Floor experience before critical care?

    greenergrass replied to brokenmouth's topic in General Nursing

    I did 0 years & have never regretted it. The hospital I started working in had a wonderful internship program that lasted a minimum of 3 months & up to 6 months depending on the experience...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Wow Gentle, Sounds like you deserve a vacation!
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Oh! 7 days a week is definitely tough & I wouldn't suggest it for anyone who hasn't been exercising for a while & can fit it into their lifestyle. It definitely has the possibility to set...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    consistency will actually be my website article topic this week. ONLY because this last couple of weeks have proven to be a huge breakthrough for me in this area. I'm NOTORIOUSLY INCONSISTENT - with...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    it's friday night: what's the best thing you did for yourself this week? me - i exercised every day. consistency is key for me & something i have a really hard time with. :redbeathe this...
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    I have a BS in Business, should I go for BSN or ADN?

    greenergrass replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    That's what I kept running up against when I wanted to convert my ADN/BA to a BSN. Finally, I just gave up. Too frustrating & I really didn't want the BSN anyway, my job wanted me to have it....
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    the gremlin in your head that says, "i feel fat, though" needs to be silenced!!!!! bad gremlin, bad!:argue: great job getting started walking! great job dropping 4 pounds! how does that...
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    Career Fair attire? conserative? professional?

    greenergrass replied to bisson's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of opinions here - Some educated & experienced... Having been in nursing leadership for years, & surrounded by nursing & healthcare leaders - We made the hiring decisions. Wear what...
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    I have a BS in Business, should I go for BSN or ADN?

    greenergrass replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Looks like your local college is basically doing the same thing as long as they don't make you jump through a lot of "hoops" taking courses getting "ready" for your junior/senior nursing courses. Have...
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    I have a BS in Business, should I go for BSN or ADN?

    greenergrass replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Skip the ADN & head straight for the accelerated BSN. You are a perfect candidate! You'll also be eligible for quick entry into MSN programs based on business or leadership. I'd avoid the trap of...
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    Career Fair attire? conserative? professional?

    greenergrass replied to bisson's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in 100% agreement with Hopeful! As a previous hiring manager, I vote suit. People make their hiring decision in about 30 seconds (actually research says 10-20 seconds). It's not fair, but it's...
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    Healthier Living Thread Part V

    greenergrass replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Eggbeaters suck! Fat-free cheese? YUCK! Girl...have a little real cheese with your eggs, just not a pig-pile. Veggies - WAY TO GO! When I ate meat, the mcgriddle was my best friend...so yummy....
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    OMG! This waiting room!!!

    greenergrass replied to zamboni's topic in General Nursing

    OMG! Laugh of the day. I have this hilarious pic in my head of you trying to protect your computer screen from the lurker while you are gasping for breath being poisoned by the gassy one, rolling on...
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    Calories burned.

    greenergrass replied to calledtodo's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Do only what you can! I never meant for you to push yourself beyond your capabilities. It's awesome that you're riding your bike!! You go girl! Do you walk? I remember this hill by my house - it's...
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    Calories burned.

    greenergrass replied to calledtodo's topic in Health, Stress Management

    That was SOOOOOO me a year ago! But seriously, Try 1 flight slowly. Just build up. It took be over a year to get to where I am now. 18 months ago I could barely walk a block. Last week I did a "dry...