xbananachipsx BSN, RN

I sent the ANA - California chapter an e-mail about my story, my experience of workplace violence. Initially I was requesting if any change could be done to my probation. They gave me a generic response and while I knew it was expected, I was honestl...

Hi everyone - I've been combing through any posts about RNs with MPHs with little success in getting the answers I'm looking for. Maybe a fresh post will help! Question: Are there any RNs with an MPH, or are in school for an MPH? What opportunitie...

right after nursing school I was clinically diagnosed with GAD, MDD and then BD, type 2. Sometimes I wish I could be forthcoming about it... educate colleagues about it. Or sometimes I wish I didn't overshare. I've been stuck with these feelin...

First and foremost, I am glad you’re still here and survived the accident. part of what I learned in my career is knowing when to walk away from a job that affects my mental health - whether it be stagnation or severe stress. I feel li...

I listen to Just Some Podcast - a nursing podcast about healthcare issues around the world. Their most recent podcast is related to the state BoNs and the legal crap we are subjected to: Stay tuned.

this is how I ask for letters of rec: I would start by thanking them for being amazing mentors. Then ask if they’d be willing to write a letter of recommendation. Definitely state which hospitals you’ll be applying to and for what specialty/unit...

I’ve had the opportunity of working in correctional health and acute psych. I personally love psych nursing as I felt I have the flexibility to use my nursing practice/therapeutic communication to provide the care clients deserve. I have more op...

About time a nursing board changes their ways. All this talk about acknowledging nurses and their mental health... we're starting to see some light now. I honestly put in a complaint with the CA DOJ about CA BRN and how they process complaint...

since my bs with the board, I make sure there's a paper trail. e-mails, copies of paperwork sent to and from the board... would also advise legal counsel.

apologies I was going keyboard warrior. I've been so frustrated with everything in my nursing life that I was at my wit's end. it took a lot of angry e-mails and a few phone calls to finally get a hold of someone. I'm considering going publ...

thanks to everyone who's responded so far. ANA has been posting article after article about nurses and their mental health. After much back and forth on how to really get the benefit out of my membership... I'm considering talking to the ANA on...

I can only imagine the board doesn't budge when it comes to fees. I'm not in a program but my situation with the board was a nightmare. my boss was scared that it was going to make me leave the profession altogether. OP it sounds like you're ...

Nurse Beth had a post about it: I'm due for renewing my CA RN license at the end of the year, so I can't quite recall the jargon. My NP relative stated every time she renews her license she has to report that she had disciplinary action ...

based on a case my therapist is working on, they make sure you can go to a lab within their business hours, and there's that chance that it'll be an inconvenience to you. I think she also mentioned that they give you a certain window to get tested.

never hurts to apologize not enough people apologize or express gratitude for anything nowadays. regardless of the other person's response, you'll know you went in with good intentions and that's all that matters.

Keep a paper trail of when you submitted your letter of resignation to when they notified you of getting fired. depending on your governing BON - either the employer or you have to report that you got fired. seek legal advice - if you have nursing...

hit the nail on that one. I'm still trying to figure out how I became to be ngl. I'm at a better places after years of trauma. I always thought I was strong but then graduating from nursing school happened and I couldn't handle the transition. de...

ooo thank you for sharing. I've noticed the pain in both bunions slowly getting worse.... not looking forward to the surgery when the time comes ugh.

Agreed. Wish I learned that sooner. You have the experience. You know your ish. Whoever is pulling this ish is a coward and a prick. give them the middle finger by being the best nurse you can be, hey you might be even better than the prick that's...

I say this as I truly truly empathize with you from personal experience. If you want to hang onto your job and look at the same time, I would advise going on a medical leave of absence. If you don't want to burn your PTO or sick hours (if within y...

I've just started probation. CA RN - seems like the go to is 3 years. Pretty much previous employer filed a complaint against me and I was put under investigation. Wasn't able to get a letter of reprimand. I've been dealing with a lot of things in...

just sent you an e-mail. hopefully it works -fingers crossed-

I will say I've had my fair share. I'm pretty open about it, but prefer to do it via e-mail. Happy to share via e-mail @ [email protected]. Message me if you want more info about it. I've left jobs because of my mental health. I'm finally a...

[email protected] I like triple checked it by sending an email to one of my other accounts.... works fine. try again maybe, if not you can DM me your e-mail address if you're okay communicating that way.

You know I'm actually not sure if NSO/nursing liability insurance will cover cases prior to when your insurance becomes effective - I would reach out and ask. It's still helpful to have it moving forward. I pay like $105/month but might go up after m...