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samirish

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  1. Nurse In Style- Because We Care!!!!

    samirish replied to nursenyiva's topic in General Nursing

    I like "Where fashion meets

  2. Denied CA lvn license for 2 DUI's

    samirish replied to octaviaM's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I feel for you Tiger. I just think that's insane to deny you a regular license from something you weren't EVEN convicted of from 2001. That just seems extreme on the part of the BON. Was the...

  3. Shhhh! ---It's all a crock!

    samirish replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    I can genuinely see both sides of the issue. When you're working, its only normal to want to laugh with your coworkers occasionally, keep your sense of humor and foster a sense of camaraderie with...

  4. Question about meth use in native american communities

    samirish posted a topic in General Nursing

    I remember hearing how devastating meth has been in the Native American communities. Back around 2003-2007, there were numerous articles detailing the fact that Mexican drug cartels were targeting...

  5. Quitting my $63K job as a legal assistant for nursing school

    samirish replied to reed201's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Good

  6. Question on risk of HIV exposure/infection

    samirish replied to LUV ALZ's topic in General Nursing

    Even if the chance is extremely low as previously stated, that implies there is still a chance. I would definitely use more precautions than just

  7. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    samirish replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    Yea I know eye protection is not going to offer her protection from the cement (thats kind of a no brainer). My point was that I thought it extremely irresponsible for him not to have a helmet on...

  8. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    samirish replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    Today I went to drop my son off at the YMCA for his swim meet. As I was about to turn into the parking lot, this guy comes peeling out of the lot with what looked to be a 9 year old girl on the back...

  9. More job openings-RT or RN???

    samirish replied to IndecisiveInMiami's topic in Nursing Career

    Interesting question for sure. I do not work in a hospital so I can't really answer your question but am looking forward to reading the opinions and replies this thread

  10. A Patient Made Me Cry Today

    samirish replied to flightnurse2b's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm speechless, so I dont have much to say. I'll just say, I want to be like you when I grow up. Thank you,

  11. Denied CA lvn license for 2 DUI's

    samirish replied to octaviaM's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Just wondering if you guys could give us a update on if the board finally gave you your license? I wish you all the best and hope your past mistakes don't haunt you forever. I just dont think thats...

  12. Can people's livers REALLY be so different?

    samirish posted a topic in Addictions

    I have a Aunt who has been an alcoholic for the past 30 years. She is 57 yrs old. She drinks all day and every day. Most of the family will not have anything to do with her anymore but I check in on...

  13. setting alarm clock to take pain meds?

    samirish replied to brownbook's topic in General Nursing

    When my son was going through numerous operations for a bone tumor, we were instructed to give him the pain meds on a schedule whether he felt he needed them or not. The reason being was to get...

  14. Calling residents affectionate names?

    samirish replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    I find it condescending and unprofessional. I have heard some nurses who address the residents this way and I think some of them do it because they dont want to be bothered to remember the residents...

  15. Alcoholism: disease or choice?

    samirish replied to HonestRN's topic in Addictions

    i could not have said it better myself. great post and i agree wholeheartedly. i do have personal experience and i believe it is a

  16. Male going into nursing (hopefully)

    samirish replied to edwindelahiggins's topic in General Nursing

    I dont recall getting territorial. However, I do recall stating a

  17. Male going into nursing (hopefully)

    samirish replied to edwindelahiggins's topic in General Nursing

    In the program I'm applying to, it doesn't matter one iota if you are male or female. Applicants are accepted based solely on GPA and Teas

  18. Discussing Hygiene with Middle Schoolers

    samirish replied to Flare's topic in School

    I was just thinking of a couple of episodes of the A&E show "Hoarders" that I saw. The children that have to endure and live in the filthy homes say that they were teased terribly by their peers...

  19. Nurse's aides are running the the floor.

    samirish replied to sprout2010's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have worked as a CNA for 3 years. I am now in school doing the prereqs for the nursing program and I fully intend to join the RN program next fall. For the most part, when I worked, the nurses...

  20. Appropriate?

    samirish replied to exit96's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Is it wrong? Well I guess that depends on the person. Interesting enough though, I just read a report a couple of days ago that says Facebook is now cited in one in five divorce petitions. wow,...

  21. RN of 12 years passing meds in nursing home? S L O W..

    samirish replied to veolai37's topic in General Nursing

    I say take the job. Even if your slow, you will probably gain speed once you become familiar with it and start doing it every day. Good luck

  22. Standards of Behaviour

    samirish replied to celticgirl's topic in General Nursing

    So all these things you listed are where patients and family can see it ..is that right?? Wow. It makes the staff look like a kindergarten class. When I was a patient or a visiting family member...

  23. Increase abuse of Bath Salts

    samirish replied to WendyBensonRN's topic in Addictions

    Gawd! People will inject themselves with anything, I swear. Never heard of bath salts

  24. BAD PRECEPTOR!!

    samirish replied to NurxingRoxx's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Im sorry you had such a bad experience. Just try to rise above it if you can. If you are unsure of a procedure, you tube has a ton of videos you can watch. Also if you need clarification on how to...

  25. Sleeping on the job.

    samirish replied to swon1223's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked as a cna in the past. If I ever were to be caught sleeping on the job, it would have been immediate