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  1. Saudi Arabia Nursing???

    weetziebat replied to abq rn's topic in International Nursing

    I spent eight years working in Saudi Arabia. Returned from last job a year ago. To answer your questions and add to the info already given- The last I heard, a hospital in Riyadh was paying almost...

  2. expert nurse question

    weetziebat replied to mugwump's topic in General Nursing

    Ahhhhhh.................isn't that when its all worth it? All the hard work, the unpaid overtime, all the BS. When you manage something like this it can keep you going for a long time. Bet you felt...

  3. Feeling Upset Please Help

    weetziebat replied to GiantHeart21's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I agree with this. My LPN courses were so basic I felt like an imposter calling myself a nurse. Graduated with a 3.9 and had lots of free time. Then when I decided to go for my RN, I did the...

  4. LPN job despriptions

    weetziebat replied to bornfree's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    My workplace doesn't use LPN's. I'd say your workplace is getting a really good deal - an LPN working as an aide. I love our HHA's but it would also be nice to know the report you were getting is from...

  5. Feeling Upset Please Help

    weetziebat replied to GiantHeart21's topic in General Nursing

    You are paying $23,000 for your LPN program?!! Sorry, that just sounds so outrageous to me. A tech is not a nurse. An LPN is. I remember when I was going for my LPN, the material did seem very...

  6. I wanted to explain what happened to me...

    weetziebat replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    {{{{{{{Lori}}}}}}} I'm soo sorry to hear how the meeting went today. Although I realize you loved your job, I'm actually glad you are out of that place. We all know that when a 'power happy' manager...

  7. Inquiring about the union

    weetziebat replied to bengle56's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I'm an RN in Eugene, and I love our union. It fights for us and we have benefits I've never even imagined in non-unionized jobs. Yeah for

  8. Looking for info about Sacred Heart

    weetziebat replied to gypsyangelrn's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Welcome 'old hippie' I'm one too, and work for Sacred Heart in Eugene. I absolutely love the hospital, my unit, my co-workers and manager, and can't say enough good things about the hospital. Ya...

  9. vital signs

    weetziebat replied to hcan's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    We do BP, apical pulse and respirations unless the patient's condition is such that it would make them more uncomfortable. Personally, I've wondered about these since what are we going to do about...

  10. New Grad Reality Shock!!!!!!

    weetziebat replied to kit3375's topic in General Nursing

    I'd consider changing jobs to one where you are not the only RN, and have a lot more support. For a new grad you need time to learn, and other nurses you can turn to for advice, assistance etc. The...

  11. Stressed!

    weetziebat replied to HannasMom's topic in General Nursing

    HannasMom, I am so very sorry to hear of your mom's death. I'm glad you have supportive family, as losing your mom is never easy. I wouldn't worry about crying at work. That is only human and not...

  12. I wanted to explain what happened to me...

    weetziebat replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Soo sorry about what happened to you. It was an understandable error, and considering your excellent background at this job, if they fire you over something like this, it is definately their loss. I...

  13. What was the toughest situation you encountered at the Hospital as a Nurse?

    weetziebat replied to RNsoon!'s topic in General Nursing

    I once worked at a large facility in Las Vegas. There was a surgeon on staff who was a nice guy, did excellent surgery, but every single one of his patients came down with a nasty post-op infection....

  14. How would you handle this? Ignorant people?

    weetziebat replied to -Midget-'s topic in General Nursing

    Well, there could be numerous medications that could make someone prone to falling. And as all the guys concerned seem a bit prickly, think I would have done exactly what you did - nothing. That is...

  15. RN as Inpatient, horrible and looong rant

    weetziebat replied to Haunted's topic in General Nursing

    What an awful experience. Sorry you had to go through such 'do it yourself' care. Unfortunately, I always have to keep my profession a secret whenever I'm around medical personel, and can pretend I...

  16. Advice Wanted!!!! PLEASE!!!

    weetziebat replied to LPNIowa's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't know why it seems most of the serious nut cases find their way into LTC, but its true. Think it has something to do with it being easier to find positions of power there, where they can then...

  17. Will I be able to work?

    weetziebat replied to fifi2323's topic in General Nursing

    I think it will depend on your finances. If at all possible, try not to work. Going to school, especially in an accelerated program, and all the studying you will have to do is not going to make it...

  18. Need advice on medical insurance...

    weetziebat posted a topic in General Nursing

    O.K. - I'm hoping someone has some suggestions. I work per diem, which means I get no benefits. Which is fine, except I need to find some good but reasonably priced medical, dental, vision and...

  19. Need advice on medical insurance...

    weetziebat replied to weetziebat's topic in General Nursing

    anything more than 24/28 hours is totally benefitted. but per diem is assured of only 5 days work each month, so they just add additional money to your paycheck. thankfully, i'm working full time at...

  20. Need advice on medical insurance...

    weetziebat replied to weetziebat's topic in General Nursing

    yeah, i know what you mean. health care coverage is astronomically expensive! wouldn't you just know this happens to be a job i love? they do give me a generous allowance towards my own insurance but...

  21. Need advice on medical insurance...

    weetziebat replied to weetziebat's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, guys. I know soo little about the insurance industry. Never knew it differs from state to state. I'll check out some ideas you've given me. Wish I could get a benefitted position but I have...

  22. i'm really angry.. should i be??

    weetziebat replied to goats'r'us's topic in General Nursing

    Not that you're asking for advice, but I'd write up the orderly. Its insubordination to do what he did. He risked the patient's life because he was lazy and didn't want to listen to the nurse. Yeah,...

  23. One thing I'd wish I'd known before going to the USA......

    weetziebat replied to RGN1's topic in United Kingdom

    I'll reply for my dh (from Pakistan). He dearly wishes he'd known that the 'great' salaries here do not mean you will have more spending money. It is all taken up (and then some) in the high cost of...

  24. ...I'm about to cry

    weetziebat replied to maryshome8's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Chemistry, Philosophy, Economics AND Psychology?!!! And you wonder why you feel overwhelmed? You truly need to drop the most difficult course for you right now so you can concentrate on the others....

  25. My first few days, as a new RN

    weetziebat replied to starryx2's topic in General Nursing

    I think your post should be required reading for everyone who is so intent on going into the nursing profession. They need to read it slowly, let it sink in, and realize you paint a totally realistic...