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  1. NEVER say we are short staffed.

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    :yeah:Well said. Thank you.

  2. Can Someone Be a Nurse Without Jean Watson??

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Q.'s topic in General Nursing

    This is what I am currently working on right now... I think it takes

  3. NEVER say we are short staffed.

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Me too! At then you know someone is trying for you... not that they are off somewhere, having the proverbial Donut all

  4. NEVER say we are short staffed.

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yep it is the truth- and so many times it is their problem- it does, after all, in some way-shape-or-form affect their day. And then they think we do not care or are plain incompetent. HOW is...

  5. NEVER say we are short staffed.

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Batman, Commuter- exactly! Its always back to the money- which apparently mirrors patient satisfaction, of course... and YES- blaming it on the nurse- especially now, knowing there are hoards of...

  6. Pension, I can't believe it.

    TipitiwichitRN replied to oramar's topic in Retired Nurses

    I have nothing to provide you to help with this. I wanted to write that I am so sorry this is happening. I am glad your husband's union did what it did, but it is horrible to get a letter like

  7. inpatient hospice/ advice

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Rnis's topic in Nursing Career

    Rnis- thank you for your words!! I will keep them in my head as good luck!! :redbeathe And I wish the same for you! What is in your heart to do? It's like being pulled in 2 directions... Marie has 4...

  8. inpatient hospice/ advice

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Rnis's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks for this post! I have always had my heart set on hospice work... I am almost done with my Associates Degree. I accepted a PCA spot on a cardiac/tele unit recently, hoping it would help get me...

  9. Best article ever written on the nursing experience

    TipitiwichitRN replied to fungez's topic in General Nursing

    Hardly!!! LOL!! :redpinkhe And I finished the article- FANTASTIC. I feel the urge to print out many many copies and slip them under management doors when no one is

  10. Best article ever written on the nursing experience

    TipitiwichitRN replied to fungez's topic in General Nursing

    Is this it? http://www.cows.org/healthcarecharrette/Tucker%20&%20Edmondson%20-%20Learning.pdf Im about to read it, thought I would post first. Your summary makes so much sense.

  11. Has anyone received their license after submitting declaratory for bipolar?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to kmdjkennedy's topic in General Nursing

    Wow... I dont think I agree with that question being asked. I dont know if I would have divulged that information to them. I guess they can find out anyway though... ? Did you sign a medical release...

  12. Nursing Shortage?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to mboulis's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I totally agree- Cleveland here! Soo many nurses! Sooo many! I keep thinking that at least some of them are in it for the wrong reasons- making it a REALLY tight squeeze for those of us that love it....

  13. Management Personality Thoughts

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    First, I can understand your feelings about management spots finding you. This is similar to my story in that regard with certain jobs I have had. Second, it is going to feel awkward, but take what...

  14. Expert!!!! WOW!!!!

    TipitiwichitRN replied to CNL2B's topic in General Nursing

    Great job!! It took alot of work on your part to get to wear those Expert Shoes!!!

  15. This too shall pass...? We hope?

    TipitiwichitRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    After reading this: Data indicate schools may be overproducing nurses - Nursing for Nurses I feel sick. I have just 1 last semester...just 16 weeks- a total of 65 school/ clinical days until I...

  16. This too shall pass...? We hope?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes- ZooKeeper- I do want qualified competent staff! Quality in care-Not only for the patient's sake, but for my experience/other nurses experience at the facility as well! Thanks for wording that...

  17. Such a thing as too much experience...

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Redhead28's topic in General Nursing

    It is a double edged sword- either not enough or too much experience. With your level of experience you would do a fantastic job, obviously!! Vut you are worth more than they can/want to pay. And they...

  18. This too shall pass...? We hope?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Can they insert foley's, too? I guess that really got me. It's invasive, has great potential for infection, it can be traumatic... Also, thank you for that advice. I do intend on being as available...

  19. I am physically sick with worry :(

    TipitiwichitRN replied to SmithTNRN's topic in General Nursing

    you will be fine!!! I think it is more important to relax right now. Baby does NOT need mom stressed... that is bad for baby, too. You have been reassured by professionals, AND you have critical...

  20. New Grad Starting in Subacute Rehab

    TipitiwichitRN replied to juststartinout's topic in First Year After Licensure

    GOOD LUCK! Tonight's your first night, and I wish the best for you!! :) :) I can feel your enthusiasm! - And RN0905- that was a great. positive

  21. This too shall pass...? We hope?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to TipitiwichitRN's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for your comment.... Although it benefits my situation at the moment- skills gained while in school- If I was already an RN, I would not agree to this level of staff performing some of these...

  22. Pre nursing vs nursing which one is more difficult?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to European's topic in General Students

    Nursing for sure. It is made to be that way. The small challenges in pre nursing give you time to build up the study skills to handle the 'real deal'. Nursing is application based answers- not...

  23. does working as an lpn stop the clock for rn experience?

    TipitiwichitRN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I am glad you asked this. It had never occurred to me that an RN would be hired as an LPN.

  24. Found a free site that teaches ICU concepts

    TipitiwichitRN replied to Bumashes's topic in General Nursing

    These are great supplements.

  25. The Great Emergency Prank War

    TipitiwichitRN replied to murphyle's topic in Nursing Humor

    GREAT thread, everyone! I love this.. Im cracking