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  1. Potential MN Nurses Strike?

    doesntlookgood replied to Brian's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    'Zero progress' in nurse contract talks; another strike looms | Minnesota Public Radio NewsQ To the previous poster...I am a medically-retired ALPA member, To all you Nurses, do everything in your...

  2. Flu Spreading at Unbelievable Rate

    doesntlookgood replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    One major perception problem is folks feeling that when you have the sniffles and a runny nose, you have the "flu". Ergo...Swine Flu Meh When I was in my late 20's I had the "flu". Man, it was AWFUL,...

  3. How often do nurses have sex in the hospital?

    doesntlookgood replied to curiousstudent5's topic in General Nursing

    Note to the OP: If you truly believe that television & other media reflect reality on a regular basis...remember, television is ENTERTAINMENT. You might want to pick up a book / take a walk /...

  4. Adult Children of Alcoholic...does your childhood effect your career?

    doesntlookgood replied to JVRB4's topic in General Nursing

    EVERYONE is a product of their environment. In my opinion, there are NO exceptions. A long time ago, when I was 16, my Mom and Dad were killed in a traffic accident. Having only one relative (my...

  5. Good News, Nurses

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in General Nursing

    It's somewhat a blessing. I have this skill that most people just can't figure out, and I quit trying to intellectualize it myself. In many cases, I can discern trends WAY before most folks. I don't...

  6. Air Force Academy Outbreak

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/07/14/colorado.doolie.flu/index.html The thing I find worrisome here... The AFA is a VERY highly regimented environment, especially for Freshman. Hopefully they'll...

  7. Germophobic considering Nursing. please help!

    doesntlookgood replied to kgard7777's topic in General Nursing

    To the OP: First of all, if you're troll bait...shame on you. Go find someplace else to play. We're adults here. If you're not a troll...what are you thinking? Folks came up with some good ideas, to...

  8. Should I Stay or Should I Go?

    doesntlookgood replied to BSN_after_40's topic in General Nursing

    Ahhh, the Human Condition. It seems that we always want something we don't have! You mentioned that you teach part time...are there any facilities nearby that would bring you aboard on a casual /...

  9. What's The Meanest Thing A Dr. or Co-worker Ever Said To You?

    doesntlookgood replied to tishirajan's topic in General Nursing

    Nah... I wasn't trying to be condescending. All my life I've worked hard. Really hard. 99% of the time I did the absolute best I could do given the circumstances. When I put my head on my pillow, I...

  10. What's The Meanest Thing A Dr. or Co-worker Ever Said To You?

    doesntlookgood replied to tishirajan's topic in General Nursing

    here's my bonehead opinion. lots of stories here...i'm certain some have been "embellished", but having a lot of experience, most are probably true. i really try to treat everyone with dignity,...

  11. Of Kittens and Computers

    doesntlookgood replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have no fewer than three stories. I LIKE Winter. It makes me feel alive. When I was in IT I drove to my employer in the middle of winter. Damn, it was COLD. I remember running to the building...

  12. It's all happening so fast....

    doesntlookgood replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    Tiger... Run like H3LL. Life is WAY too short to get tangled up in a no-win situation...especially after what you've heard from multiple sources. At the risk of being offensive, if you DO take this...

  13. I Wonder How Long...

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in General Nursing

    Before a health care company tries this nonsense: http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/la-fi-britishair17-2009jun17,0,7524008.story Seems to be "all the rage" these days. I'm just getting the feeling...

  14. I Wonder How Long...

    doesntlookgood replied to doesntlookgood's topic in General Nursing

    Like many (or most) of you, I understand the meaning of sacrifice. Personal Sacrifice Professional Sacrifice Intellectual Sacrifice The point I'm trying to reach here is that the FIRST group the...

  15. It's all happening so fast....

    doesntlookgood replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Tiger! Be terribly, terribly careful here. You ARE in very dangerous territory. I'm not a Nurse...I abandoned the thought some time ago, and am limited to occasional bomb-throwing here on this...

  16. Discrimination Against Men in Nursing

    doesntlookgood replied to Demonsthenes's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hah! When I was on furlough from my pilot job, and my wife (now ex-wife) was a hotshot @ Motorola, I played Mr. Mom to two girls for almost 18 months. It was some time ago, but I remain stunned TO...

  17. Decided to go back to the corporate world....

    doesntlookgood replied to shoegalRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ding! Ding! Ding! In an earlier time, I warned that Nursing Organization have to really bust their Azz regarding public & legislative outreach. Just like how most people think the typical Airline...

  18. DLG's Young Person Safety Advice

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in General Nursing

    they say that "age has its privileges". since i just turned 54, there are a large percentage of members here that are young enough to be my child. i'm going to give you similar advice that i give...

  19. women working with women, why its so hard

    doesntlookgood replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    You know, I tried to address a similar issue earlier. In My Opinion... All people (and Nurses especially) spend too little time training to deal with interpersonal relationships. No, I'm not...

  20. Don't Be Angry (Long)

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in General Nursing

    Oh Boy, I really stepped in it this time. In my last installment of Don't Be Angry, I related an incident that was rather distressing. The story was true, but I am also guilty of neglecting to...

  21. Don't Be Angry - Part III

    doesntlookgood replied to doesntlookgood's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Guys...thanks for your replies. Sorry that I startled you. There is a new posting that explains more detail. The board moderator jumped on me right away, and we had a nice personal email. Your...

  22. Don't Be Angry - Part III

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in General Nursing

    Part III - And just like everything else in life, my little non-sensical rambling is almost ending (YAY!). Only a few more rants, and I'll leave you fine people pretty much alone. Did you ever look...

  23. Waiting Has a Magnificent Purpose

    doesntlookgood replied to jesjay's topic in General Nursing

    Yo jesjay... The title of your post is rather profound. And your ability to express your thoughts belies your stated age. My prediction is that you'll be a GREAT nurse. Go Get 'Em!

  24. Don't Be Angry (Long)

    doesntlookgood replied to doesntlookgood's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Tweety: Thanks for the kind words! If you look in the Technology area of this board, you'll see members loading all sorts of Medical apps on their Palm devices / Smart Phones. That is a good...

  25. Don't Be Angry - Part II

    doesntlookgood posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Alright here's Part II. I apologize for the delay but like many of you, my life was calling. What I'm attempting to accomplish here is simply an exercise so you can understand what pitfalls await as...