Hello all!!! I'm a married mom of 2 baby boys in Upstate NY, and just recieved the call that I have been accepted into the RN program for fall. Looking forward to chatting more with all of you, good...
I just accepted a 12 Hour Night special care monitor tech position, The 4 days off during the week is very appealing for me because I have 2 very small children and me and my husband can both be with...
Mandarella replied to Still Riding's topic in General Nursing
I think that was pretty mean, and that you did mean it. Was it really necessary to be that harsh? I believe grammar reflects professionalism also-but that was just uncalled for. Aren't tact and...
At a hospital on the other side of town from us a crotchety old woman kept coding and she was the type that EVERYONE knew and dreaded taking care of. Well one night she came into the ER as a code I...
I have ALWAYS seen ghosts since I was little. But as for hospital stories 3 come to mind, I was in a patients room getting them fresh water and he started laughing so I giggled and said are you...
As a reference to the last post, I have applied to St E's weekend program their job placement and board cert rates are excellent. Everyone I have spoken with feels they had a terrific education...
I am in the same situation here. I have 2 boys 2 months and 14 months. My plan is for right now work night 12 hour shifts, be with the kids in the day and when school picks up drop to a part time...
hi all, i have a question...if there are any of you out there that are currently working 12 hour night shifts with children under the age of 5 i would like to hear from you about prioritizing your...
Mandarella replied to KibbsRNstudent's topic in Nursing Career
Hello, Sounds ridiculous but a friend of mine bought her stethescope on Ebay. Loves it. So I did the same, Littman Master Classic II. Have no complaints bought it brand new for $30 cheaper than in...
You're absolutely right. No matter what your title you shouldn't belittle anyone and you shouldn't accept it either. Draw the line-it does make for a better working environment. When I go to work I...
You know what??? You're absolutely right. I have worked in a hospital for 9 years and NEVER have thought of that or even heard someone respond like that. But it's true. Why let them ruin your mood...