SkiMama

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  1. Senior Practicum DONE! Next stop, GRADUATION!

    SkiMama replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    Congratulations and great work!!!!!!

  2. Compassion.... why is it so hard to give some?

    SkiMama replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    DOH! Look at that date... back to studying, and working on my attention to detail... the compassion and empathy just come

  3. Compassion.... why is it so hard to give some?

    SkiMama replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If I ever get to the point where I am assuming that a pt is lying - w/o evidence, b/c I have come to adopt the generalization that all pts lie - stick a fork in me. I have had many days at work where...

  4. Do you ever....

    SkiMama replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    LOL this is cracking me up. Is this what I have to look forward to? I am starting school in June. Up to this point the object of my ogling has simply been abs - I spend a lot of time at swim meets -...

  5. Epi Pen makes a good day

    SkiMama replied to ImThatGuy's topic in General Nursing

    I have several epipens about... after an episode of anyphalactic shock I had to start carrying one. My doc said to keep them (though I do get a yearly refill), b/c they only lose 5-10% potency a year...

  6. Preceptor Reference Issues

    SkiMama replied to shawtee's topic in General Students

    If anyone even asked, just tell them you weren't able to get ahold of her recently. I would think the ref from your factulty advisor or clinical instructor would hold the most weight, don't worry and...

  7. Just for fun; Quotes you use for encourgement

    SkiMama replied to havehope's topic in General Students

    "If this was easy then everyone would be doing it." -with this in mind another quote I like- "dumber people than me have done this"

  8. The future of hand washing?

    SkiMama replied to Icanseethefinishline's topic in General Students

    I am a little crazy about handwashing and sanitizing at work. I wash hands after ever pt interaction and grab sani whenever I pass the pump. ESP since we've been locked down for Noro 3 times this...

  9. ICU position after BSN graduation

    SkiMama replied to Kelly Fineman's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I believe working as a CNA will help. For the grad residency program I am interested in - if you want to land a spot in critical care you must have had work experience as a CNA or nurse

  10. Just for fun; Quotes you use for encourgement

    SkiMama replied to havehope's topic in General Students

    "It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities" - Albus Dumbledore "Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase. Just take the first step." -...

  11. Nursing Student with a Drug Addiction

    SkiMama replied to VanessaLee13's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I do not know of any nursing school or medical center that you could ever attend/be employed at that one would not have to take a drug test and agree to random testing at the centers discretion. If he...

  12. The thing about 12 hour shifts...vent

    SkiMama replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry for you... but I am reminded of the blessings of living across the country from my MIL, so I thank you for

  13. An upset elderly patient...

    SkiMama replied to caregiver1977's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't understand the doctor's refusal to speak to your aunt. Anyone who works in healthcare should definitely be able to remain professional. Refusing to speak to your aunt sounds pretty childish to...

  14. The "hospital smell"

    SkiMama replied to Traum-a-Rama's topic in General Nursing

    I hope not, as I work at a LTC/SNF and the smells on the LT units there... well lets just say I would prefer the smells of the ER any day

  15. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    That is good news! Would you mind pm-ing me with info about the letter of appeal? Such as is there a form to follow and who to call...etc. I would appreciate your input, I am thinking our plan should...

  16. Disappointed New Grad

    SkiMama replied to 1lpn2rn's topic in General Nursing

    I have always heard that we best learn a subject or skill by teaching it to another. I have found explaining topics learned in school to others a great way to reinforce my own retention! I am sure you...

  17. Mixed Emotions About Nsg School

    SkiMama replied to emptyboxcars's topic in General Students

    I can totally relate. I have been a sahm since my kids were born. During this time I earned my BS in Psych (nights and weekends) - thinking I was going to pursue a pHd and become a clinical psych. The...

  18. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Yes as if NS wasn't costly enough - yikes! Hopefully we can reason with them and move beyond this hurdle... and be a little less

  19. Got accepted by UCD!

    SkiMama replied to sourapril's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Congrats to you both getting into UCD! I hope the insurance drama will be minimal and I will get to meet you both in

  20. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I am glad you brought it up. I had no idea - totally didn't read the insurance section b/c I didn't think it concerned me. If I can't get around it, I guess I can't get around it. We have an excellent...

  21. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Well this may apply to me as well! I assumed I was in the clear since I am covered under a very good plan, but it's an HSA - we always have enough to cover our deductible for the year, so I didn't...

  22. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    What?? That seems

  23. To all the new grads and soon to be new grads

    SkiMama replied to missladyrn's topic in General Nursing

    You are

  24. A Matter of Respect and Dignity: Bullying in the Nursing Profession

    SkiMama replied to Willow Moonsidhe's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    How do I deal with bullying? Look the person directly in the eye and make a comment in response to their words or insulting behavior that lets them know very clearly that they have just been called...

  25. What is included in a legit assessment?

    SkiMama posted a topic in General Students

    B/C if the way my docs/nurses in the past have performed assessments is any indication of thoroughness, I could disregard the bulk of my assessment book. I start my assessment course in June, though...