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  1. Hello! I'm so frustrated!!

    mtnmom replied to Tahitian Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    where I am now working (at least for 2 more weeks, anyway), there is no such thing as holiday pay. plus...all Ft staff have to work either Thanksgiving or day after, Christmas or Christmas Eve, and...

  2. Agism in nursing???? (furious rant potential)

    mtnmom replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have encountered what I believe to be "ageism" in nursing several times since graduating from my nursing program at age 40 - some subtle, some not-so-subtle. I will leave it at

  3. the ONLY state where APRNs can't write prescriptions!

    mtnmom replied to sarahhoughton's topic in General Nursing

    When I use the term "good ole boy" in the context of this thread I am not in the least referring to male nurses and/or nurse practitioners. What I refer to here is the "business as usual" mentality...

  4. A Hard Lesson Learned

    mtnmom replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Marla, ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) I know that you are an awesome nurse and person from having read many of your posts. It comes through. you really did...

  5. the ONLY state where APRNs can't write prescriptions!

    mtnmom replied to sarahhoughton's topic in General Nursing

    Sarah, thank you for taking notice of this important issue. I am an FNP student myself so this issue is indeed close to my heart. I am assuming that you are a nursing student in Georgia? If so,...

  6. I don't know what to do... I need advice

    mtnmom replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    I am amazed by your story. And glad that you have reached a decision you are comfortable with. someone mentioned why are they bringing this up now? - I may have missed something, but were the other...

  7. Good reads

    mtnmom replied to piscesgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I would recommend "We Band of Angels". It is about the nurses who were part of the Bataan death march in the Philippines in WW2, and is an absolutely amazing story. I dont remember the authors name -...

  8. What do you think about egg donation?

    mtnmom replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

    Now there's an inflammatory topic....selective reduction!!!! I have very strong beliefs but will

  9. 3 Consecutive 12 Hour Shifts

    mtnmom replied to loconno2's topic in General Nursing

    I am now in a night job and 3 in a row is tough...primarily because I do not sleep well during the day....I have tried every possible intervention...white noise, darkened room, melatonin, benadryl, I...

  10. What do you think about egg donation?

    mtnmom replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

    I would never do it, with one exception: My best friend for over 30 years would have been unable to have a child any other way, and since she is closer to me than my own sister, I had always told her...

  11. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom posted a topic in General Nursing

    I will try to keep this brief. I am in the midst of battling some personal (marital) problems that, quite frankly, my current job and shift (nights) have only seemed to exacerbate. I will not...

  12. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    I have 5 attorneys in the family (but my employer doesnt know that). I spoke with one of them this am - although he is not a specialist in labor law he stated that unless the no-pay-the-PDO issue is...

  13. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    You stated that you requested a change in work schedule, your hours were cut so you obtained an agency position. This is a RED FLAG in many HR minds that you are not dedicated to that facility and...

  14. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    For the record, I just got a great review and excepting this situation, am not on poor terms with my manager. She is getting ready to download a baby in 2wks and right now does not have the time nor...

  15. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    the email I got with this information was cc'd to the VP of Nursing, and There are only 2 people in the HR dept, neither of which are nice at all. here is the text of what I was sent: "The thirty...

  16. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    Now I am told that not only will I not be eligible for rehire but will forfeit all my pdo's. About 60+. That is too much money to thumb my nose at! I feel as if I am being held

  17. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    I have signed nothing regarding a required notice time. In addition, I live at Georgia, which is a "at will" state - my interpretation of the law is that I (or the employer) can terminate our working...

  18. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    And Btw, on my one and only eval I have had there, I got a good eval on everything, with "commendable" in the customer service category...at a time when our dept ratings are at an all-time low...so I...

  19. resignation dilemma

    mtnmom replied to mtnmom's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for the replies so far. A little more info...I am a regular hourly staff RN (non-management) Unfortunately, I had already stated in my resignation letter that there were family concerns...

  20. Is this normal for agency? (long)

    mtnmom posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    Sorry this is long but, I have had an intro to agency nursing that has been less than great and want to know if this is just an isolated experience or if I can expect more of the same. Decided to try...

  21. Blow out at the desk, who was at fault? both share blame I think?

    mtnmom replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    good luck with your new endeavor. It sounds good! and congrats with the new grandbaby. A new life is such a refreshing thing and this may be just what you need to lift your

  22. Religion Needed to be a Good Nurse?

    mtnmom replied to Kabin's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    The wonderful thing about a classic like Ferris Bueller is that it can bring people of all beliefs together in laughter. And that is a good thing indeed. If you dont like that movie there is...

  23. Curriculum Vitae

    mtnmom replied to VickyRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Vicky RN, did you ever find any good resources? I am finding that I need to start working on a CV, since I am in an MSN program and have an eventual goal of nursing education. I couldnt go anywhere...

  24. Religion Needed to be a Good Nurse?

    mtnmom replied to Kabin's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I am impressed by your knowledge of this subject. Interesting material...you would be fun to get together with sometime for dinner, drinks or coffee, etc. if you lived near us. (BTW, I'm...

  25. I Love My Crocs!!

    mtnmom replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have never been able to wear any type of nursing clog b/c I have a wide foot and a high instep. So I was very happy to finally find crocs near me that fit...they are wonderful! I love the "nubs" on...