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    WGU MSN

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Lisa1980's topic in Western Governors University

    I just applied and will be getting my transcripts in this week. I'm a little
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    who else is in Chamberlain RN-BSN program currently

    exnavygirl-RN replied to sunzzi's topic in Chamberlain College

    I wasn't good at writing papers when I started. I am now! You'll do fine. The first course prepares you for paper writing. Good luck. You can do
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    What do I do after my clinical instructor told me I will never be a good nurse?

    exnavygirl-RN replied to starrys's topic in General Students

    I hate that. I work with two fairly new nurses who were told by a clinical instructor that they would be lousy RN's. They are AWESOME nurses!!
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    I'm grateful for you crusty old bats

    exnavygirl-RN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    Once reality sets in they become sour and hot headed. They have to get past the "I'm going to be a super nurse and everyone's gonna love me" phase. That's when they're gushing with sweetness. Slurp....
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    How to explain depression/PTSD to young children

    exnavygirl-RN replied to verivici's topic in Patient Education

    As a VA nurse and wife of a husband with PTSD (military related), I would suggest keeping it very simple. I tell my son (7 y.o.) that "Daddy feels very sad sometimes because....". As he gets older we...
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    I'm grateful for you crusty old bats

    exnavygirl-RN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    Moderation is the key. I tend to get a blood sugar spike when I eat too
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    Anyone worked on a reservation before?

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Bridget O'Malley's topic in General Nursing

    Ya'at'eeh, I worked at Fort Defiance and have friends that work at Chinle. Fort Defiance has housing for travellers ( at least they use to). I loved it. I will go back one day. Chinle has housing....
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    I'm new here, but this forum needs a Staff Lounge...

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I learn something new every day. I never realized that was there. Never thought to click on "Central". Can't wait to venture
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    HELP please!!!!

    exnavygirl-RN replied to pediatricsismything's topic in General Students

    Don't allow one semester of nursing be the deciding factor. Like you I didn't believe I had good conversational skills or thought well on my feet in stressful events. I use to be shy, anxious and...
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    my nclex story :)

    exnavygirl-RN replied to pinaynurse28's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!
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    Things you'd like to say to your co-workers, but never would ....

    exnavygirl-RN replied to SoundofMusic's topic in General Nursing

    One more.... Dear coworker, When a total care resident is choking during feeding, that is a sure sign for you to stop trying to shove more food in his mouth. K? I know you have poor eye sight (which...
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    Things you'd like to say to your co-workers, but never would ....

    exnavygirl-RN replied to SoundofMusic's topic in General Nursing

    Had a nurse float to our unit that I had never met. Within minutes of our introduction she was telling me that she was considering having her nipples tattoed. Ohhhhh k? Thanks for the visual. I...
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    Dead bodies?

    exnavygirl-RN replied to relgis15's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have A LOT of experience preparing bodies for the morgue. As mentioned by others, I talk to the resident while I'm cleaning them. It does help. I work long term care and Hospice for the VA. Many...
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    Dead bodies?

    exnavygirl-RN replied to relgis15's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    :crying2:
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    If I Said on Here What I Wanted to Say.

    exnavygirl-RN replied to DixieRedHead's topic in General Nursing

    This has been one of my favorite threads this
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    Terms we will not admit to using

    exnavygirl-RN replied to gwenith's topic in Nursing Humor

    Clean up on aisle 29. (Refers to pt in room 29 has poop all over the place and is finger
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    Religion

    exnavygirl-RN replied to x4livin's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I have a co-worker I have to redirect
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    Religion

    exnavygirl-RN replied to x4livin's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Well stated BluegrassRN. I politely redirect the conversation to another topic. I've never had any
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    Working for the Indian Health Service

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Dempather's topic in General Nursing

    I worked for IHS last year and loved it! They have the Student Loan Repayment program. http://www.ihs.gov/JobsCareerDevelop/DHPS/lrp/ Go to IHS.gov and you can search facilities. Locations:...
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    Just Thinking About Leaving Nursing...

    exnavygirl-RN replied to NewTexasRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I work for the V.A. Every place has their issues. The V.A. is no different. I have a love/hate relationship with my work place. ha ha ha I have also worked for Indian Health Service. Loved...
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    If I see one more post titled....

    exnavygirl-RN replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for starting this thread Pink! It has made my
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    Alzheimer's: The Art Of Giving Up

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    :hug: My heart goes out to all of you.
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    The happy policy

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Tepidorchid's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'll make sure I skip merrily from room to room singing the joys of exploding diarrhea and residents pee'ing on the floor. Yay me! I go to work in a nice mood. I'm no where close to being giddy or...
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    This made my night last night...

    exnavygirl-RN replied to Forever Sunshine's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have a resident like that, too. Love
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    If I Said on Here What I Wanted to Say.

    exnavygirl-RN replied to DixieRedHead's topic in General Nursing

    Which is why I've been a memeber since 2003 and only have 500+ post. Don't get me wrong. I have learned a lot and received some valuable advice here. Even made some friends that I converse with...