PostOpPrincess

PostOpPrincess BSN, RN

M/S, MICU, CVICU, SICU, ER, Trauma, NICU

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  1. My Two Cents

    PostOpPrincess replied to Joyfull77's topic in General Nursing

    No, I don't think so. We don't need "just anyone" to be a nurse. You need to be smart, and have the ability to critically think. There are some places that are lowering their standards just to...

  2. A nurse friend of mine passed away: A WARNING TO ALL

    PostOpPrincess replied to RN1982's topic in General Nursing

    I am so very sorry. Condolences to you, her family, and loving

  3. If Nurses were paid $8.50 per hr, would you or would you not

    PostOpPrincess replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    Goodbye! Macy's can pay just as much and I get to dress nice and get a discount on perfumes and

  4. Oh, the personalities.....

    PostOpPrincess replied to Virgo_RN's topic in Emergency

    It's beyond that. We are assertive, super driven, and no-nonsense. It is definitely environmentally (well the personality propensity is there)

  5. NP Autonomy: Are MD's hating it ? ...feel stupid asking question

    PostOpPrincess replied to Laboratorian's topic in General Nursing

    Although I have great respect for certain ARNPS (especially if I know their backgrounds and where they did their clinicals) I will still prefer my MD should the need arise. I am not completely sold...

  6. Good Press Ganey for ER. Possible??

    PostOpPrincess replied to 5n2_is4u's topic in Emergency

    We built a new one. The patients feel like you're taking care of them when they are inside an ER "pod" and there is TV..and a phone. They don't care that they are waiting for HOURS... Yep, so...

  7. Too many nurses/chiefs in the room?

    PostOpPrincess replied to F.E.R.N.'s topic in Emergency

    Yes. *guilty as

  8. Student Nurse and Real Nuse.

    PostOpPrincess replied to Katholley's topic in General Nursing

    Do what you need to do to get through

  9. I am sad, I am numb, am I burned out?

    PostOpPrincess replied to gardengal1's topic in General Nursing

    Please p.m. me. I can

  10. Academic dishonesty dilemma! Advice needed, plz...

    PostOpPrincess replied to dean1987's topic in General Nursing

    Wow. I cannot say enough. Just...

  11. Very confused student

    PostOpPrincess replied to madge1's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Please look in your textbooks. These are very, very basic questions. Cardiac physiology. Good

  12. Emergency Room Tips

    PostOpPrincess replied to LMD893's topic in General Nursing

    Be careful not to get blood all over yourself or any other bodily fluids. Don't get in the way. don't expect answers right away if things are busy; write down your questions. Be open for anything....

  13. Pregnant and miserable working

    PostOpPrincess replied to melisgood's topic in General Nursing

    Your doctor is an ass. My doctor would BEG me to stay home when I was preggers with both of my kids, and even called my unit manager to make sure I was safe. You need to take it easy and emphasize...

  14. Should I "dumb" down my résumé

    PostOpPrincess replied to us2uk4u's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with

  15. How to Supervise "Older" Employees?!?

    PostOpPrincess replied to Amber Lynn's topic in General Nursing

    Look into generational differences and communication styles. Sometimes getting underlings to do something is in the approach. Actually, it is always in the approach. Do yourself a favor and do some...

  16. flexing for major holidays

    PostOpPrincess replied to matrjety's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, we make a list and everyone takes a turn. The list includes the dates the last time someone was sent home and who is next on the list. Seniority is irrelevant and I would so balk at it. And that...

  17. How are RNs with Entry-Level MSN degrees received?

    PostOpPrincess replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

    You sound like a very common sense individual. Good for you...now go get your degree, your Level 3-4 NICU, and get on the road to NNP. NICU is one of my favorite specialties, and it is a very, very...

  18. How are RNs with Entry-Level MSN degrees received?

    PostOpPrincess replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

    Jealousy? Have you asked? You should ask these other nurses. Notice you are in outpatient settings, and doubt you will be able to get into acute areas should you choose to without the experience....

  19. You're not going to take advantage of this NEW GRAD !

    PostOpPrincess replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Karma is real. If employers continue to treat employees poorly, when the economy improves, the backlash from poor management will also go up. Seen it sooooo many

  20. flexing for major holidays

    PostOpPrincess replied to matrjety's topic in General Nursing

    That is unfair. We group our employees into three. One for each holiday, and each year we switch. We leave it up to everyone to exchange should they want. The most fair. The "seniority" thing is for...

  21. How are RNs with Entry-Level MSN degrees received?

    PostOpPrincess replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

    OP, Be forewarned. And I mean take this seriously. NICU and the nurses in that specialty are VERY, VERY, VERY, VERY protective of these babies... Since you've not been around them I can honestly say...

  22. Legal? new employer wants list of all meds taken and medical records

    PostOpPrincess replied to babblingbrook's topic in General Nursing

    If that is their written policy, then I don't see how you have a say. You're the one that ones to work there. But if you didn't take these meds without an M.D. order, you should be fine... The only...

  23. Thoughts and ramblings from a tech/student

    PostOpPrincess replied to Blueorchid's topic in General Nursing

    Kewl.

  24. Oh, you rode your high horse to work today

    PostOpPrincess replied to fallrisk2008's topic in General Nursing

    You're a male. He wouldn't have been as nice to a female. I once had a neurologist do that EXACT same thing--and it came flying across the room. I just gave him the most, "REALLY?" look, and...

  25. Saying No

    PostOpPrincess replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    It's easy. No. No explanation, no apologies.... Smile and Just...."No"...then kindly walk