sharona97

sharona97 BSN, RN

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  1. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    So just lie down amd lick their shoes.... I think not. I worked for my license as well and address all M.D.'s with repect until I have been

  2. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    Happy New Year as well, When within earshot of my prioritizing abilities, is rude number 1. that is precisely why i would not work with a chip on my shoulder. I have no problem confronting ethical...

  3. It's 2008 How are you all doing?

    sharona97 posted a topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Just wanted to let the disabled forum posters,readers kmow I am thinking about th em and their individual circumstances. For some a very tough last year, for others a better year. I'm hoping 2008...

  4. How many nurses want their children to be nurses too?

    sharona97 replied to pumpkin1984's topic in General Nursing

    I was a single mother in my early years of nursing. My son soaked up compassion. He is very smart and is an excellent student. His goal last month was pre-med, this week who knows. All I can do is...

  5. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    Happy New Year! Since you quoted me, I will respond. 1. I was addressing SharonH as to here prioritizing skills and how that comment might sit with her or not....that's why I asked her, a floor nurse....

  6. Nurse's what's your New Year's resolutions?

    sharona97 replied to pumpkin1984's topic in General Nursing

    I want to find a job that will enable me to help others, just in a different way than when I was floor

  7. Held hostage by job

    sharona97 replied to Ms Kylee's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Tell them you would like an appt to go over your personnel file ASAP. You have that right. Ask them where your signature is that clearly states what they are telling

  8. Happy New Year, LPNs!

    sharona97 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sweet.

  9. very discouraged and tired

    sharona97 replied to Silkiebyrd's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Just an FYI: Pharmaceutical companies have programs to help patients receive free meds if their requiements are met. Some really good nurses get on the process while others drag their feet. Other...

  10. LO's that KNOW IT ALL

    sharona97 replied to ktwlpn's topic in General Nursing

    I agree,but the OP problem for the family member who"knew"everything sometimes needs yes education but assertivness as to why the choices for the patient are

  11. Young Nurse becoming Old

    sharona97 replied to lvlissl2ebecca's topic in General Nursing

    Hi I, That was me who stated earning your keep. But after reading your post about that statement made me realize it was taken in a different context then intended. And you nailed it. You love...

  12. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    Respect is a two-way

  13. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    These docs didn't keep anything derogatory to themselves, in fact it was in ear shot. To me that is not the doc keeping his opinion to

  14. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    Next time a doc acts that way to you or in front of you or about your prioritizing, would you please tell them what you just posted? We'll all be on the same godly page

  15. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    What would you have done? Nothing, but steam away the rest of the shift, o be a matyr to their earshot degrading conversation about nurses whom you are a sister

  16. The Doctor said WHAT?

    sharona97 replied to nurz2be's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent. I personally would have said and Doctor what would you specifically have me do to prioitize better for this floor and your patients. I did that in a meeting once and we almost had to give...

  17. LO's that KNOW IT ALL

    sharona97 replied to ktwlpn's topic in General Nursing

    I don't work in an LTC but don't they have family conferences, including social workers, docs, nurses, therapists. Get the gang together and hear her out and then tell the real story about what is...

  18. I am so grateful...

    sharona97 replied to AtomicWoman's topic in General Nursing

    I am grateful for my supportive husband For my very best deepest friendships I have ( I can count on one hand) And for the spirit that keeps telling me not to give up when I feel the worst. I am also...

  19. Young Nurse becoming Old

    sharona97 replied to lvlissl2ebecca's topic in General Nursing

    This is a great post! You earn your keep, not to be mean, cuz i totally iunderstand your concern. Turn it around and think of your patients having to be there on the eve of another New Year, maybe...

  20. I want to work in a Doctor's office.

    sharona97 replied to cinder06's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've had this same situation happen to me during my career. It speaks highly of your work, your ethic and how your instructors see you as a successful nurse. Good Job. Also good

  21. Why did you take up nursing? What's your story?

    sharona97 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you are on your way with a good attitude. It takes perserverance and lots of determination, but the gratification of a job well done is so worth it. Good

  22. Has ACLS been 'dumbed down'?

    sharona97 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    See didn't think you were to dumb..... I hear you saying you would just not prefer to paticipate. I disagree with instuctors not answering questions. I had plenty and after 2 days I went through...

  23. Can anyone explain to me why me and my co-workers got yelled at??

    sharona97 replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly, stay in control with your complaint. Don't accept non-compliant policy follow-up from your sup and stand up for yourself if being abused by confronting the abuser (with a witness). Never said...

  24. Can anyone explain to me why me and my co-workers got yelled at??

    sharona97 replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    OK I get it , I misread she made a CNA cry about a patients death. Your original post seemed as if you were worried about this nurses return and the possible retaliation, but hey, if you got it...

  25. Has ACLS been 'dumbed down'?

    sharona97 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Hate to be the bad apple here, but do you really think your to "dumb" to draw up a med? Generally you receive support in a very short amount of time and it's not always "just you" alone trying to...