You sound like an amazing nurse/preceptor! Wish I was as lucky to have a mentor like that, someone caring enough to precept and support in all aspects. I have no advice but to thank you for supporting...
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Thank you for that vent, I loved reading about it. It was educational (being a new grad) in terms of what to look out for and i'm sorry you had a tough
That person does not deserve to work in such an environment. They are cruel and insensitive to a human's need for basic necessities, where in the world did they learn to care for someone? It is part...
I don't mind the bodily fluids. I just think of myself in their shoes and how I would like someone else to feel about what's coming out of my body. So let it be poop, blood and vomit, i'll clean you...
I had a clinical experience similar to yours, although not as bad. I was definitely appalled at the way the facility was being run and how certain staff members behaved. I informed my clinical...
I'm super nervous as well but just relax and wait for the results. Once they are in then you can make a decision as to where to go from there on. Look at different resources: prep courses and books...
I would suggest the nurses recruitment and retention fund as assistance if you already have not done so. Nurses Recruitment and Retention Fund | Manitoba Health | Province of Manitoba Otherwise best...
Hi, I am currently in my third year of nursing, and trust me it took years/days of tears and endless hopelessness to get to where I am today. I have absolutely no one in my life and I have been alone...
I can only personally speak for myself but I believe the way you view nursing depends on your experience and areas of work. In a nutshell... Nursing has to be something you are passionate about and...
I am sorry to hear about your father's illness and my heart goes out to you and your family through this difficult time. I cannot imagine what you are going through but I wish you best of luck in your...
Hey I don't understand why the nurse would leave the floor without attending to the needs of the patient and especially to a student in need of assistance! I think you did a fabolous job and you...
Hey All NS instructors expect students to have their A game ready at all times, they do not let anyone seep through without knowing you're capable of being a competent and professional nurse. However,...
Hey this is late but you have chosen an amazing program to be part of and I think your parents would be really proud of you, it might take a little time for acceptance but they will come around. I...
There are many many individuals in my program of all age groups and especially around your age. It is NEVER too late to accomplish your goals and really do what you're passionate about. I wish you the...