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  1. Clock watching for the 7 minute clock in window

    abbnurse replied to ixchel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Same here,vintagemother. We were not actually considered "tardy" until 7:08am. Hence the small crowd of people rushing in to clock in by 7:07am! But I usually tried to be in the "waiting to clock...

  2. how to deal with an evil boss...

    abbnurse replied to jlynn167's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yikes! That's

  3. Clock watching for the 7 minute clock in window

    abbnurse replied to ixchel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hello ixchel, This thread brings back memories....I worked 1st shift for years, and there were always several of us "early birds" waiting to clock in at 6:53am.......and another group would...

  4. how to deal with an evil boss...

    abbnurse replied to jlynn167's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, applewhirern, I agree. That may be helpful if departing nurses (whether they quit or are terminated) voice their concerns/complaints. It is distressing how much damage a person like your...

  5. how to deal with an evil boss...

    abbnurse replied to jlynn167's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That is exactly what I thought! The Director of Nursing I worked with who was so similar to your nurse manager did eventually get fired, literally escorted out of the building. But not before she...

  6. I really need help

    abbnurse replied to mike2014's topic in General Nursing

  7. an oldie but goodie

    abbnurse replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    I pierced my Ken doll's ear! Just poked a post-type earring right into his head....my Ken doll was rockin' the earring in the late 60's :)

  8. Are nurses forced to assist abortions?

    abbnurse replied to lookingintoRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I would "like" this 10,000 times if I could....Thank

  9. Nurse Neglect/Abuse?

    abbnurse replied to InsideWindow's topic in General Nursing

    Hi InsideWindow, Sorry to hear of your husband's troubles...hope he is feeling better soon. And to you, good luck in nursing school!

  10. an oldie but goodie

    abbnurse replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    ***Remember the towels that were free in boxes of Breeze laundry detergent ? The size of the towel you got depended on the size of the box of detergent you bought.

  11. I'm stuck w/ a LTC patient who has Munchausen's

    abbnurse replied to AnonymousDeleted's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Could you speak with the Social Service Director or Activities Director about some 1:1 visits ? The resident sounds very lonely and anxious. Does your facility have a volunteer program? It sounds...

  12. I got a job offer!!!

    abbnurse replied to RNMSN51's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Congratulations! Wishing you continued success and blessings! You have earned it

  13. Dumbest question ever...

    abbnurse replied to medsurgrn95's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hello medsurgrn95, Not a dumb question at all! When I joined AN, it took me a while to figure out what "OP" meant !

  14. Social Media

    abbnurse replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    We must work in the same place, lol! And to answer your question Cape Cod Mermaid, we have a strict social media policy ......Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the like are "blocked" on most computers...

  15. New Nurse Having Panic Attacks!

    abbnurse replied to JCampRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    That's great that you made an appointment with the therapist. You are taking a very positive step in the right direction so you can take good care of yourself! You are definitely not alone....take...

  16. What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    abbnurse replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    I love Mickjagger, Ringo Starr, and Elvis! But my personal all-time favorite is JerMajesty (I've also seen it as Jer'Majesty), Jermaine Jackson's

  17. Irate pts?

    abbnurse replied to T-Bird78's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Thank you so much, toomuchbaloney ! That is very

  18. Irate pts?

    abbnurse replied to T-Bird78's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Could you tell me a little more about the behavioral contract? Is it an actual written contract which is agreed to and signed by both parties? That sounds very

  19. New lpn in assisted living.

    abbnurse replied to Nkrystal.lpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is so true! Where I live, it's "Wheel of Fortune" and then "Jeopardy!"....and they are over at 8:00pm. Then, off to bed for lots of folks! P.S. I literally never call my mother to chat during...

  20. I have the time (to pee)

    abbnurse replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Love, love, LOVE this !! The defiant pee! I know exactly what you mean

  21. Transgender Nurses - experiences/opinions

    abbnurse replied to Kaley1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Oh, I could go on and on.....about your intelligence and compassion and your ability to accept (and understand) the opinions of others....even when those "others" don't extend the same courtesy to...

  22. Psychotic Psychic?

    abbnurse replied to Davey Do's topic in Psychiatric

    I was assisting an MD with a GYN procedure once, and the patient (who was psychotic) was kind of thrashing around on the table even though she was sedated. While assisting the doctor, I was also...

  23. Transgender Nurses - experiences/opinions

    abbnurse replied to Kaley1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I hope with all my heart that you find that! You are amazing. ( I think the word "amazing" is frequently overused nowadays, but YOU ARE!) A true inspiration. Good luck to you, Kaley1

  24. Transgender Nurses - experiences/opinions

    abbnurse replied to Kaley1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't think anyone is trying to "paint a rosey picture"....The truth is, people in the world do exist who simply respect your right as a human being to live as you wish to..... without judging you...

  25. Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

    abbnurse replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck, Jennifer Juniper (great song, btw)! When I was in nursing school our class president was 50, and she finished her MSN at 60. She's still working, and has been such an inspiration to many...