canesdukegirl BSN, RN

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    As a nurse, how do you perceive that physicians feel toward you?

    canesdukegirl replied to jaimeandjules's topic in General Nursing

    As another poster suggested, respect is a two way street. I have felt "blown off" by a few docs, but I didn't let it get to me. All I want is what is best for my patient, so I leave my ego checked at...
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    Male nurses hired faster?

    canesdukegirl replied to Chemistry Sux's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yeah. You are spot on. Medical sales tend to be "good ol' boy networks". However, the female reps that I have met have charm, wit and knowledge that break the
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    Getting called off too much!

    canesdukegirl replied to Meg, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I would do whatever is necessary in order for you to get the golden two years of experience in order to travel. If there are nurses that are willing to take the day off when it is your turn to get...
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    Please help me understand

    canesdukegirl replied to missingmydad's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Oh honey-it sounds like your Dad has sent you a message that he is fine. The pink feather that you found WAS your message. He is trying desperately to see that you understand that he is SAFE. I will...
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    Male nurses hired faster?

    canesdukegirl replied to Chemistry Sux's topic in General Nursing

    I really like your post. You are so right in pointing out the differences that our gender can make in pt care, as well as for the morale of the unit. Male nurses tend to have a self-deprecating sense...
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    Demerol 75 mg was given IV instead of IM. Fired!!!

    canesdukegirl replied to mirtesen's topic in General Nursing

    OP, I can guess that you are feeling pretty bad regarding the course of events that put you where you are now. I read that you are from another country. My best friend is from Russia, and I admire the...
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    Please help me understand

    canesdukegirl replied to missingmydad's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    When I am caring for a pt who is near death, I ALWAYS focus on whatever the pt needs. If their religion is important to them, and if they request certain things of me, I will do so FOR THEM. For...
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    Just a special thanks to allnurses.com

    canesdukegirl replied to havehope's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the kudos. I am glad that you were able to use this site as a resource. Good luck to you,
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    DUKE University or Duke-Raleigh Hospital OR?

    canesdukegirl replied to DUKE#1's topic in Operating Room

    First let me say that yes, DUKE IS #1!!!!! I have worked at the Big House before, and it is a very busy environment. I worked in the PACU, not the OR. I do know some people that work in the OR, and...
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    Being a team and not a clique

    canesdukegirl replied to twinduff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    One of my favorite people in the entire world is an ortho resident that I work with. The ortho residents are very "clique-y". If you don't bash other residents and nurses, you aren't considered...
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    Man, you guys make nursing seem HORRIBLE! If I knew this before school...

    canesdukegirl replied to Spikey9001's topic in General Nursing

    OP, I have not read through all of the posts, so forgive me if I am repeating the opinions of others. I just got finished with a 15 hour shift, and my mind is a bit "feeble" at the moment. I do want...
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    How much do you get paid for being on call?

    canesdukegirl replied to RN-ing's topic in General Nursing

    $2/hr for being on call and then time and a half for coming in. However, if you left early for whatever reason during the week, you don't get time and a half for getting called in; rather it goes to...
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    Should I tell my NM or not???

    canesdukegirl replied to NYnurseatheart's topic in General Nursing

    Judging from your latest post (#27), my feeling is that you should approach her with kid gloves, as distasteful as that may seem. I would go about it this way: "Hey Nurse X. I have been thinking about...
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    Demerol 75 mg was given IV instead of IM. Fired!!!

    canesdukegirl replied to mirtesen's topic in General Nursing

    OP, there have been plenty of responses, but I am curious to YOUR response. Several posters have asked for more background info, and I was scrolling thru the posts to see your response. I only see...
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    What would the Easter bunny put in a nurses basket?

    canesdukegirl replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    OH LORD! I read your post really fast and misunderstood what I read for a second. If you insert a certain vowel into your first word, that is what I thought I was reading. Thanks for the
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    do employers care if you are on xanax?

    canesdukegirl replied to JM RN's topic in General Nursing

    OP, have you taken your anti-anxiety meds yet? If so, do you find yourself more calm, or do you feel like you need a nap? I would caution you about taking benzos while working, but that is just my...
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    What would the Easter bunny put in a nurses basket?

    canesdukegirl replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    Excited managers that are willing to help out without complaint. MORE STAFF! Princess Cards to hand out to surgeons who need a "little reminder" that their behavior is...bratty. 24/7 maintenance...
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    surgeons preference

    canesdukegirl replied to diva88s's topic in Operating Room

    I agree to a point. In the many ORs that I have worked in, the most efficient ones were those that implemented teams. For example, there is a rather difficult surgeon that I was asked to work with...
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    What should I have done differently?

    canesdukegirl replied to nursedolphin's topic in General Nursing

    Just food for thought: as a new grad, it is normal to feel that "*** did I just get myself into?!?" mentality. You are overwhelmed, you have to learn the unwritten rules of the unit, and you are the...
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    surgeons preference

    canesdukegirl replied to diva88s's topic in Operating Room

    Ah! I like the way you wish to spread sunshine! Don't worry yourself over this...if the staff want to be more proactive, they will. Just lead by
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    What kind of snacks can I get for the nurses at the floor where I had my clinicals?

    canesdukegirl replied to onlyj's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yes, bean dip is the GREATEST! But it would also be prudent to have some Beano as a side dish. Just
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    You know when you are a good nurse when...

    canesdukegirl replied to NewlyGradBSN's topic in General Nursing

    now that i work with mostly women, i am a bit...how should i say...unpopular? i never did get the filter on my mouth that was supposed to come with etiquette classes. since i was raised with only...
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    How do you handle the smells?

    canesdukegirl replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    Oh girl, I know what you mean! I have had countless little old ladies that didn't exactly shower. Ever. The stench became more than obnoxious when I had to position these poor ladies for a Gamma Nail...
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    How do you handle the smells?

    canesdukegirl replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    OK y'all-I just have to share this. I was talking to my supervisor one day in the hallway that was right across from the OR that we typically use for general surgery cases. I have an acute sense of...
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    How do you handle the smells?

    canesdukegirl replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    YOU are the hilarious one! I can't catch my breath! For some reason (perhaps it was because I was raised with only brothers), I never outgrew toilet humor. "Nobody hangs out in the bathroom after you...