pedicurn

pedicurn LPN, RN

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  1. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes perhaps they need to find a better job fit? I think some of my jobs have been more 'professional' than others. In a few I have felt like a true professional ...others like a trained monkey. Most...

  2. My God, these family members!!

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

    I think we are fortunate here in Australia .... I haven't worked in the US but I suspect we have more scope to set limits here. There seems to be a big emphasis on family/visitor service in the US. We...

  3. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    OK you seem annoyed with the stance presented by the OP. Diversity of opinion is wonderful ...however you have crossed the line here. Perhaps you should have removed the 'non-teachable and unable to...

  4. Thoughts from US nurses in New Zealand

    pedicurn replied to Hagabel's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks USwoman for your post. When I worked in NZ we had pyxis at one hospital. It had the narcotics in it but we still had to go and find another nurse to check it out. The machine would want her/his...

  5. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    We should absolutely perform as professionally as we can.... agree. I am always impressed with the professionalism of people I come into contact with in the US ....shopping, hotels, restaurants,...

  6. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It refers to job content and specific skills needed to perform that job. Professional aptitude ....either got the ability or haven't. Can be fostered but not taught. Most doctors would be under...

  7. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You are confusing professional behaviour vs professional aptitude. Medicine requires a definite level of professional aptitude....most nursing jobs require a lower level of this ability. Most...

  8. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I stated nursing school in 1979 and professionalism courses were going then. The courses will not change anything. The key is job content ..... nursing tends to contain a mix of...

  9. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I am not sure what kind of degree my US coworkers have. However lets not forget many ADN's have prior degrees and simply may choose an ADN program because they don't want to go through another 4 yr...

  10. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I wish to thank Ericsoln for starting this most interesting thread. Whilst I still largely assert that nursing is not a real profession .... I can now more readily see the shades of grey. Now I...

  11. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Mine was 'Professional Role' ....one hr a

  12. Thoughts from US nurses in New Zealand

    pedicurn replied to Hagabel's topic in International Nursing

    Most of us use a Littman Classic here ....very few nurses have the cardiology ones (except US and Canadian nurses) Wondering ...in the US, how do they check out narcotics? And also, are swipe cards...

  13. In need of some advice

    pedicurn replied to taraleesky's topic in General Nursing

    In Australia we do rotating shifts I hate doing nights and have had to make a big effort to adjust my attitude and see the positives. Making sure I get enough rest and sleep is very important. Plus...

  14. Tired of nurses threatening to quit!!!

    pedicurn replied to bradyc's topic in General Nursing

    Venting about real significant issues affecting nursing on the floor .... or chronic whining? Big difference It's easy to become frustrated with the chronic whiners ....as well as the nurses who...

  15. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    Regarding your example ....I take it this is not about nurses ??? Nurses are mandated to report ...I am not sure these coworkers were mandated to do the same,or have the same type of responsibility...

  16. Thinking of moving to Australia-

    pedicurn replied to zoztik's topic in International Nursing

    I have worked in both countries, though some time ago. What I noted about the UK were the very high ratios in the NHS ...I couldn't believe how many p'ts they would give me. In Australia, I get...

  17. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Um ...dunno. We have quite a few US nurses down here and they are just fine. I am impressed with their knowledge and skill. Don't forget the associate degree nurses have to do pre-requistes first...

  18. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes we all run after them too .... though we leave the dangerous ones for security

  19. Time to call a duck a duck?

    pedicurn replied to eriksoln's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I would guess that nursing in the US is about as 'professional' as here in Australia. However, reading these boards.... I am concerned about the working conditions in the US. I have been shocked at...

  20. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    You are most welcome

  21. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    Yes yes it's real ...but lets keep this matter in perspective whilst remaining alert. Cripes this thread has made me think. I am a non-drinker but am now prepared to stop using my mouthwash, mints and...

  22. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    That would be a ketosis smell .... kinda similar to alcohol but quite easy to tell the difference once you have experienced a few

  23. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    Gosh I'm not naive at all ... I graduated in the early 1980's and have worked in several different environments and have never seen such a thing. I have seen many nurses report a boozed coworker...

  24. What do you do when you come across a...

    pedicurn replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    Well ... this sounds all very odd. Sounds like something a nursing instructor with hardly any proper experience would dream up. I hope this is not what they are teaching you I have NEVER EVER seen...

  25. Any Australian trained RNs working in the US?

    pedicurn replied to lbates28's topic in International Nursing

    LOL That pesky assertiveness can get us into trouble