HippyGreenPeaceChick

HippyGreenPeaceChick

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  1. Witnessed car crash, now feeling guilty

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in General Nursing

    We have what is called a "Positive CPS" Its a neuro check. Positive Cell Phone Sign, if they are using their cell phones then most likely they are

  2. Opinions on scripting

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to country mom's topic in General Nursing

    Actually I love scripting. The things we script are all things we should be saying anyway. So no harm. Every restaurant you go to now has taught scripting to its employees. Same with department stores...

  3. Countdown to 5000 posts!

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering that and how long it took to do

  4. My God, these family members!!

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am sorry, I just do not see this. I am young and proud. Granted I have yet a lot to learn.I am also not unionized. But no one has shown me that unions are the sole salvation of nursing. I think...

  5. My God, these family members!!

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I actually look at them and say, Excuse me, I cant do that right now. If I don't go to the rest room I will be unable to work for the rest of the day. The truth shall set you

  6. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I just love drama. I am addicted to Days of Our Lives. Peace and

  7. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I have not had any children yet. But for me I would not be kept locked up in a facility, because no one else is there. Sorry I do need some parting time.Some relaxation time. I will give and give when...

  8. Will you work during a Pandemic?

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Interesting statement. In all truth you do not get exposed anymore at work than you do at the grocery store or mall. Are you going to stop shopping all together. Maybe stay in safety in your sanitized...

  9. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Looking at your response here, No I did not read your position wrong at all. There are times in this world where we as individuals must put our needs as secondary to the needs of society in times of...

  10. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This seems to be such a negative opinion of our society. Saying we will only work in an emergency if "Bonuses" were paid out. Whether pandemic, or terrorist or even natural disasters I prefer to think...

  11. I don't get it...

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to SoCaliGirl's topic in California Nursing

    I fairly new, But have had no problem finding jobs. In fact I got another offer while at work if I wanted it. I'm happy where I'm at. But I don't see such a serious

  12. Paramedic triage

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to klerrn's topic in Emergency

    Paramedics are

  13. Nurses whom give overly detailed reports...

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Gr8Dane's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone gives report with their own distinct style and flair. Is one right and the other wrong. No, not at all. Everyone is different and that makes everything so

  14. Elderly CNAs

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    As my mom and dad used to say the young never learn until they are old, and then its their turn to be

  15. Crappy Nurses Day

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to RunningWithScissors's topic in General Nursing

    The other day Our Department sent 20 of us off duty nurses and some guests to a Box Seating at the Local Minor league baseball team, to watch them play. The food and the service was great, the food...

  16. My God, these family members!!

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Actually, I do say that routinely and I enjoy that opportunity to ask that. It really is a major part of what nursing is today. I say enjoy being nice, it reduces stress all around. Also I strongly...

  17. Fear or Fact

    HippyGreenPeaceChick posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    Hi everyone out there in the nursing boards. Today's question. Do you feel that all the drama associated with the swine flu is truly 100% factual or overly dramatized balogna from the news

  18. "Star System"

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to imasharm's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    PS I work 12 hour shifts, starred or not starred. Someone calls in, I cant do anymore than 12 safely. So no I do not stay

  19. "Star System"

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to imasharm's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Star System. What was that old show. "Beam Me Up, Scotty" Beam me right out of there

  20. Fear or Fact

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to HippyGreenPeaceChick's topic in Disaster Preparation

    They are even talking of putting UV lights everywhere to sterilize everything. Didnt hurt my parents back in the 60s and

  21. Did (does) anyone love nursing school?

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to ohcomeon's topic in General Nursing

    That is my thing I am still young, free of family responsibilities, I have plenty of free time and I enjoy it. So for me its never a

  22. Will you work during a Pandemic?

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I do not have a respirator, nor do I particularly feel like giving into the overbaked drama and carrying one with me. I am young, fit, very healthy. I eat well, rest well, take my vitamins, and drink...

  23. Do you form outside relationships with your patients?

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in General Nursing

    No. not at

  24. Hospital Waste

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to gsjules's topic in General Nursing

    Right on My hospital already goes that. We are also aggressively recycling everything. I have always preferred my reusable

  25. two residents kissing

    HippyGreenPeaceChick replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    By SW you mean the Social