Ashley_RN

Ashley_RN

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  1. Poll: How long did it take you to finish the NCLEX?

    Ashley_RN replied to DemonWings's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have a confession... I dont know how to make a

  2. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    Ashley_RN replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "No, I will not lather your butt up with xenaderm as you stand up perfectly, bend over with your backside facing me, and proceed to spread your buttcheeks wide open with your perfectly able hands. We...

  3. Poll: How long did it take you to finish the NCLEX?

    Ashley_RN replied to DemonWings's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    75 questions in 1.5hrs .... and TONS of

  4. Okay, who *loves* their job, and why?

    Ashley_RN replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    I do :) I loveee my co-workers, the unwavering teamwork & the fact that we genuinely have one another's back no matter what. I love the acuity of my floor & having to be constantly on my toes,...

  5. I have your meds, please take them:)

    Ashley_RN replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    I fully understand the implications & reasons for not practicing this why, which is why I dont... I was only suggesting a perfect world scenerio, I'll just keep on dreaming

  6. I have your meds, please take them:)

    Ashley_RN replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    I agree to never leave meds at the beside & in my own practice, I will not leave the room until I've watched my patient take them... however, it did always confuse me as to why a patient who is...

  7. Compassion required???

    Ashley_RN replied to jellyfishmafia's topic in General Nursing

    OP, I cant imagine there hasnt been a time where you have been sick/injured, thinking 'this sucks' and someone was there to comfort you or atleast empathize. I certainly cant imagine being told "well...

  8. Unbelievable !!

    Ashley_RN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    True or not... I just laughed out loud for a good 10 min straight

  9. What is the one piece of advice you wish you could tell yourself as a nursing student

    Ashley_RN replied to Mini-Murse's topic in General Nursing

    Do everything possible as a student, take in every opportunity.. Take COMPLETE advantage to learn/do as much as you can while you have a resource right beside you ready & willing to share their...

  10. Share The Weirdest Reasons Patients Push The Call Light

    Ashley_RN replied to RN06-NP09's topic in Nursing Humor

    Had this cute little old lady who rang her bell in the middle of the night & asked where the ladies room was because "I just want to see what it looks like." She was so cute I took her on the...

  11. Best Nursing Quotes

    Ashley_RN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    "To do what nobody else will do, in a way that nobody else can do, in spite of all we go through... that is what it is to be a nurse." - Rawsi Williams Love this... and this thread! Keep em coming!

  12. Is it ever okay to wear

    Ashley_RN replied to TickyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldnt. I was always told to dress professional, simple & clean... Not too much makeup or perfume, hair neatly pulled back or down if done nicely, and simple accessories. I also do not think...

  13. Tufts nurses vote 70% to authorize strike

    Ashley_RN replied to Chin up's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    RN here who works nearby at another large, teaching hospital in Boston... have been one myself, as well have had family members & friends as patients at this hospital, so very familiar with it. I...

  14. My patient suddenly begings c/o pain in the right side, around the rib cage.

    Ashley_RN replied to emmanuil's topic in General Nursing

    i am in legit tearsssssssss... i cannot stop laughing hahaha thank you all for making my dreaded saturday night shift so funny

  15. Who else is a 2-year RN new grad at a Magnet Hospital??

    Ashley_RN replied to indreams84's topic in General Nursing

    New grad... 6months in, also at Magnet status, level 1 Trauma/Teaching Hosp in Boston. Couldnt be

  16. Medical vs Surgical Nursing

    Ashley_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone =) I'm a new grad nurse, been working on a surgical unit for about 2 months now.. it's nerve-racking & exciting all at once and I love being a real nurse!! Anyways- I remember shortly...

  17. My patient said WHAT ?!

    Ashley_RN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    When I was a CNA, I was assigned to sit with a confused elderly pt overnight.. anyway, this man was absolutely in loooooove with his member haha! He never went to sleep that night, instead, insisted...

  18. Most difficult to learn as student and nurse?

    Ashley_RN replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    sistasoul- Thank you for the advice. I also worked as a CNA throughout Nursing School so I too know how difficult the workload is. I am also very happy I worked in the position as I know that as a...

  19. Hardest part of nursing school is...

    Ashley_RN replied to RedXIII_'s topic in General Students

    I hateddddddddd Sim Lab and having to do these 'skits' on camera, knowing my classmates were watching in the other room... and to add to the mix, we were told they were going to use these films for...

  20. Most difficult to learn as student and nurse?

    Ashley_RN replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    As a New Grad who is starting her first RN job in 2 weeks, I can tell you that I am terrified, among MANY other things, about DELEGATION. They stress in school over & over how important it is, but...

  21. Nursing Career & Relationships, Marriage

    Ashley_RN replied to OnePostAndDone's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a recent new grad, June 2010, and even after going through NS still cannot understand how people think nursing school needs to be their entire life. I was a very good student (Deans list every...

  22. Thank You note for HR?

    Ashley_RN replied to Trubie's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely send a thank you note.. if the interview went well, the rep will surely remember you for future positions. You'll make an even better impression by sending a thank you note. When I had...

  23. Landed another interview

    Ashley_RN replied to loving2's topic in General Nursing

    Goodluckkkk!!!! I hope you get it! Keep us posted!!

  24. Nurses,say you had the chance to choose another career,which one would you choose ?

    Ashley_RN replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in General Nursing

    Dream land: The $250-million dollar powerball lottery winner!!! :rotfl: Reality (maybe?): Forensic psychologist- I'd love to be the one who finds out what's going on inside those serial-killers heads!...

  25. Officially employed!

    Ashley_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone :) Let me start off by saying that although I am super excited, I am aware of how INCREDIBLY lucky and grateful that I am in this position. I graduated in June and passed my boards a month...