nurseforlife

nurseforlife

telemetry, medsurg, homecare, psychiatry

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  1. Yelling Doctors, How do you handle them?????

    nurseforlife replied to Danielle7's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Once I had to call a doctor in the middle of the night (0300hrs) for a patient who's heart rate was dropping. He wanted to order a medication that would lower it even more. When I questionned his...

  2. Yelling Doctors, How do you handle them?????

    nurseforlife replied to Danielle7's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I know that sometimes we feel pressured to carry out every detail of our shift. In this case if the exact dosage could have waited till the morning, then I would have reported to the oncoming nurse...

  3. Becoming an RN just for the paycheck

    nurseforlife replied to Nellie Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    soooo true. They tell us that we are all "angels", and sent from God, our life calling..... I often wonder if that is why you don't hear about too many nurses winning the

  4. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    nurseforlife replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    Loved Florida... such a pretty state, lots of fun. I am hoping to move back by next summer. Either Palm Beach or Tampa area. Can't understand the negativity about it. I just don't see it. It's...

  5. New Grad In Corrrections? good/bad idea?

    nurseforlife replied to arabella205's topic in Correctional

    My advice is it doesn't hurt to do med surg or something for about a year. This will give you experience, and confidence. Then go into corrections. If you like it .... stick to it, and make it...

  6. What do level III RNs think of level II?

    nurseforlife replied to Peanut_RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    what are these level 1 2 and 3 nurse classifications. I am not familiar. Can someone tell me how you are classified?

  7. Becoming an RN just for the paycheck

    nurseforlife replied to Nellie Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think that anyone who goes into nursing for the paycheck will soon realize that they aren't paid enough. JUST FOR FUN!!!!!!and wishful thinking:rolleyes: figure $30/hour divided by 6 patients= $5/hr...

  8. I failed the nclex

    nurseforlife replied to mciz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The NCLEX is a straaaaaaaange exam. I went to school in Canada, so i can't coment on how you were prepared for this test. I felt i overstudied. I've been working in psychiatry for the past 9 years...

  9. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    nurseforlife replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    you'll be in my prayers. good

  10. Cruel and Animalish treatment to patient

    nurseforlife replied to joeyapple59's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Pink85, you took the words right out of my mouth! Thanks for sharing your story Joey... you made me cry. I bet this story has truly changed the way in which you care for others now(assuming you...

  11. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    nurseforlife replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    Can anyone tell me what it's like to live and raise two young children in Tampa Florida. I was considering there as a possible place to live and work. I would really appreciate any information that...

  12. Safe Staffing Saves Lives - ANA has started a campaign for us

    nurseforlife replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    Oh ya, just for the fun of it...*wine if you make $30.00/hr, and carry a patient load of 8 patients You are actually earning $3.75 an hour per patient ....my childrens babysitter makes more

  13. Safe Staffing Saves Lives - ANA has started a campaign for us

    nurseforlife replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    I questionned a supervisor who wanted to send another admission to us one night. I remember reporting that we were too short staffed and how dangerously unsafe the unit was one night. I was...

  14. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    nurseforlife replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I will say a prayer for you Study hard too On my nclex i felt like the whole exam was on prioritization, and psychiatry. I may have overstudied...... but it never hurts too. good

  15. corrections is fantastic!!!

    nurseforlife replied to happyjailnurse's topic in Correctional

    Hi everyone, I have been working in an acute psychiatric hospital which includes forensics assessment and rehabilitation for 9 years, and love what I do. I have been considering returning to Florida...

  16. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    nurseforlife replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    "Nothing in life is more remarkable than the unnecessary anxiety which we endure, and generally create our- selves" Benjamin

  17. Your a nurse--You should know better!!

    nurseforlife replied to racing-mom4's topic in General Nursing

    My 9 year old son was sent to the principals office today because he and his friend were playing tag and another child told the teacher that the two boys were fighting when he only tagged him. He...

  18. Anxiety before work?

    nurseforlife replied to BeachyRNn08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree it is sometimes the best thing to do if you are able to find support . It is not the best to stick around and be abused:banghead:. I strongly believe that an unhealthy working environment,...

  19. Anxiety before work?

    nurseforlife replied to BeachyRNn08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi, Just want to tell you what my experience was when first starting out. It was so difficult because you want to be able look forward to going in to work, but are so afraid of making a mistake. MY...

  20. Your a nurse--You should know better!!

    nurseforlife replied to racing-mom4's topic in General Nursing

    It's pretty wild at my kids school during the winter. Kids stand around really bored in the school yard, afraid to move. They are told.... No going in puddles, get of the ice get down from the hill...

  21. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    nurseforlife replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi everyone I have a potential job offer in florida city, florida(south of miami and near the keys). What's it like their? I would be travelling with my husband and schoolage children. If you've...

  22. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    nurseforlife replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :clpty:congradulations on your success.... now relax...and go and enjoy a nice margarita!!! Have one for me

  23. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    nurseforlife replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    to all upcoming test takers, some advice... VISUALIZE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NCLEX RESULT.............................PASSED keep positive, good

  24. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    nurseforlife replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    OK, I AM THANKFUL I KEPT MY FLORIDA LICENCE ACTIVE. I AM DEFINATELY GOING BACK. I agree, it is important to try to make wherever you live your home. Finding friends, and making a life is key. It...

  25. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    nurseforlife replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    I lived and worked in FL for a year. It was beautiful, I'd go back again in a heartbeat. Anything's better that the -22 degrees that lingers outside my door right now. People were friendly, never...