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I dont mean to sound snarky, but really. You are in a professional program, and being scared of your professor is childish. You need to speak to her, and if your courage is lacking, just bite the bullet so to speak, and talk with her about this, and get clarification. Dont make this personal with her. Again, please dont take this the wrong way. I had a professor who didnt like me too; she tried to intimidate me, but I stood my ground with her, and she actually ended up treating me with respect.

Hey. My preceptorship was in cardiac stepdown. I was in a BSN program and this was back in 1997. I asked alot of questions. I had no fear. Said bye bye to fear. If I felt comfortable with a task, I just did it, but anytime I was unsure of anything I asked for clarification. Patient safety is the primary concern. Your instructor, you, and your preceptor should go over what is expected of you during the preceptorship, and what objectives you will be expected to meet. Ask for feedback if you feel you arent getting it. I went in with a positive attitude, expected to do well, and kept a smile on my face. It was actually alot of fun. Yea, I did some stupid things. Nothing major though. I did my job to the best of my ability and it was a tremendous learning experience! Good luck to you, and congratulations on making it to your preceptorship!

It sounds like you are going through a really tough time. You have been through alot with the illnessess and loss. Unfortunately, as we all know, healthcare is a business, and the bottom line supercedes employee welfare in all too many cases, imo. Check with an atty about the bonus and legitimacy of termination. You WILL find a better job; take god care of yourself, and be happy, ok?

I would recommend a suit. Choose a conservative color, preferably grey or navy blue. Get a suit you feel confident in. A pump with a low heel . Hair should be very neat. Get a haircut if you need one. Keep the jewelry to a minimum, or better yet, none at all, or a wedding band only. Nails. Keep them short and neat with a coat of clear polish. Makeup. Keep it minimal. Let your natural beauty shine through. Bring all of your credentials with you in a blue folder. Resume, Transcripts, professional references, letters of recommendation, nsg license, BLS, ACLS. Smile. Shake your interviewer's hand at the beginning and end of the interview. Maintain eye contact. Did I say smile? Oh, get a thank you card, fill it out immediately after the interview while its still fresh in your mind. Take it back to the interviewer and thank them again. GOOD LUCK!!!!

No. Please don't do that. You are worth more than that. I know how difficult it is for you. I have been in the same situation. Keep searching. Something will break for you.

Hello all! Anyone work on a care initiation unit? What exactly is it? What are the duties of the RN on this type of unit? Many thanks.

Contact the Michigan State Attorney General.

Hello. You can ask for a deferrment on your student loan repayment until you're working. Don't give up/ Keep trying. Things will turn around for you.

I am feeling angry too as I read this/

Yes, this is insane, yet it has been occurring on my unit more and more frequently.

I have cared for a few MDs and I just called them Dr so and so.

So true. When you have given it your very best, just smile and wave. After report, of course.

I have learned to just tune them out completely. I.E. The rolling of the eyes, the sideways glance,the you had better do this or else attitudes, etc. etc. I just continue on with the report in a professional manner. I do everything expected of me and more, including attending to urgent matters before I go home. What more can I do? Nothing. This works for me.

If I had the power, the first thing I would do is institute a zero tolerance policy on gossip and disrespectful language.

I don't know about this swine flu thing. I think it's hype. A money maker for big pharm and a way for government to try to take even more of our liberty through fear and propaganda. Before anyone jumps all over me, this is just my opinion.

Hi. I admire your thoughtfulness about your potential position. I worked as a tech, which is basically a nursing assistant through nursing school. In fact, I worked in neuro and orthopaedics. The key to success, IMO, is to remain professional at all times and work smart. By this, I mean stay out of the gossip and do your job to the best of your ability. If you need clarification about something, ask. If you need help, ask. If you are not busy, try not to hang out at the nurses station too much. Find something to do. Ask the charge nurse if there is anything to be done. Always report abnormal vital signs/accuckecks to RN immediately. During your interview, a good question to ask is: What is a typical day like for the nursing assistants on this floor? Take notes. Good luck!

Because the scars it tended to sometimes leave on the face look like one had been poxed by a chicken's beak?

I prefer one on one confrontations myself. I will talk to the person giving me grief over whatever reason. Rarely will I bring things to mgt, as i think it best to take care of the situation as described above.I go to mgt mainly to express interest in advancing my career in some way; feedback on how im doing and the like, and to praise the good work of coworkers..nevr to complain about them. I have found mgt generally doesnt like to play mediator to differing personality types. They prefer you take care of your own problems w coworkers. Thats been my experience anyway. I choose my battles carefully, though. Some things are just so petty and trivial its best to just let it go.Ive had coworkers backstab me, gossip about me, etc. I pull em aside and say whats up? Other times, coworkers I hardly know say rude things to me,sometimes i just ignore her, and at times I will look them in the eye and ask just exactly did you mean by that? That usually puts a stop to it, so they resort to talking behind your back. So be it. I dont really care. Its called lateral violence and its rampant in nsg. Until emplyers institute a zero tolerance policy, it wont stop. You can be nice and a good nurse too. Be yourself, only assertive. You dont have to be a total b----. Too many of those already. This said, when it comes to needing help when youre your drowning, or you need clarification on something, or you feel your assignment is unfair,etc etc the time to speak up is now.

Hi. 1.You are working at a level one trauma center... GREAT EXPERIENCE!!! 2. You like the job 3. Like most of your coworkers 4. Some surgeons are real sobs. Stop being so hard on yourself! I suggest you look into assertiveness training. There are tons of books/workshops available. It will help you cope, and I hope you keep the job you like.

Why not just let it go, huh? This occurred a couple days ago, and you're still ranting about it? She did'nt smile or chat w you?. Perhaps something really dreadful was going on in her life; who knows. No harm was done. Forgive and move on.

I just give them " the look". LOL

Hi. I am sorry you hurt your back. Could you ask for help if needed from the other cnas and nurses? I make it a rule never to move patient myself if I feel in my judgment, that it may result in injury, to myself or the patient. I ask for help. I just turned 39, and I have no trouble keeping up with the younger nurses, as I have always been very athletic and work out regularly. I have not yet suffered a back injury as I have alot of strength and and use good body mechanics. I encourage older nurses and students to start an exercise program, as it helps tremendously with your job duties. I hope your back gets better soon. If you can get the help you need there, great. If not, look for another place to work. You don't want to end up with a crippled back before you even get your degree, Take care of yourself.

Yea, that's difficult, cause on the one hand you want to help her, yet you would'nt want to hurt her feelings.Students are vulnerable. You could talk with her preceptor, privately of course, and start out with something really positive about the student; anything, things, she may be doing well, and then mention the problem.

Hi. It's been awhile since clinicals, but I remember some key things to help get me through: Hard plastic storage type clipboard. It opened up with a compartment to keep my scope, scissors, clamp, tape, laminated card with lab values, EKG interpretation card, extra black pens, small notepad, penlight, and thta's all I can remember. I hope this helps.

No. All I've ever used are the yellow disposable gowns. Some of them had that dreadful plastic tape neck fastener. ARRHHH!