Horseshoe

Horseshoe BSN, RN

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  1. Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    Horseshoe replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Some people don't have the discipline to pay off their cards every month. I guess if you know you are that person, it's better to stay away from them. But I agree with above on the amount of perks we...

  2. New OR RN - Surgeon Yells

    Horseshoe replied to NewORNurse1's topic in General Nursing

    My first week flying solo in the ICU after my critical care internship: I received a patient from PACU, who came in with blood hanging (had been started probably an hour before in PACU or perhaps even...

  3. Core Measures, who is responsible?

    Horseshoe replied to CosmoRN77's topic in General Nursing

    Why does the OP need two threads on this subject in order to vent his frustration with core measures

  4. Mandatory flu vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Okay, but actually getting the flu would not be a side effect of the shot, because the shot absolutely cannot cause you to be infected with influenza. The shot uses a "killed" virus, so it cannot...

  5. Nurses expecting to do too much!

    Horseshoe replied to CosmoRN77's topic in General Nursing

    They are probably relieved because it reduces the chance of them getting called during dinner with their families to clarify orders they know deep down they should have written. I was like that too...

  6. Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    Horseshoe replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Our roots are here, so here we will stay. I would never want to live so far from my children and future grandchildren. But to each his own, of

  7. Should I try and become a Nurse in a Naturopathic Clinic or a Naturopathic Doctor?

    Horseshoe replied to NenaRK's topic in Holistic

    What does that have to do with the price of tea in China?! I have seen no arguments stating that "natural substances" cannot be used to treat patients. What I have seen is the argument that any...

  8. Should I try and become a Nurse in a Naturopathic Clinic or a Naturopathic Doctor?

    Horseshoe replied to NenaRK's topic in Holistic

    AMEN!

  9. Should I try and become a Nurse in a Naturopathic Clinic or a Naturopathic Doctor?

    Horseshoe replied to NenaRK's topic in Holistic

    Actually, I thought she was challenging the content of your post. Do you always label disagreement as "flaming" and "bullying"? One must swallow everything you say whole just because or they are...

  10. Nurses expecting to do too much!

    Horseshoe replied to CosmoRN77's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I agree with this. If someone is monitoring the core measures, that person should be calling the HCW who has neglected to address them; physicians should not be given a pass here. If the nurse...

  11. Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    Horseshoe replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I went to a relative's house recently, and it looked like they were auditioning to be on that hoarder show. Yes, when you get rid of lots of STUFF that you really don't need and will never use, it...

  12. The Real Brian Short - Words from a Friend

    Horseshoe replied to allnurses Admin Team's topic in General Nursing

    I think in some cases, that's a defense mechanism to convince themselves that it could never happen to them or anyone they love. I think people frequently look for ways to comfort themselves in these...

  13. Mandatory flu vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I specifically didn't attach any judgment in my post. Just stated facts in response to a comment that wasn't true and even made sure to be clear that those facts apply to the vaccinated who don't...

  14. Nursing jobs in Austin, Texas

    Horseshoe replied to acceb123's topic in General Nursing

    I will be interested to hear the answer to your question from those in the know. Last I knew, the market in Austin was very tough, because it's a highly desired location. Having experience will...

  15. Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    Horseshoe replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Home ownership definitely isn't for everyone. We have been very fortunate to have made significant profits on our homes when we sold them. These profits have far outweighed the negatives associated...

  16. Nurses expecting to do too much!

    Horseshoe replied to CosmoRN77's topic in General Nursing

    Every time I called a physician with a concern that was not addressed, I documented it. "Patient's blood pressure has decreased from 120's/70's to 80/60. Patient complains of light headedness,...

  17. The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    You don't like the smell of fruit? I love

  18. Mandatory flu vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Before one shows symptoms of the flu, they are indeed contagious. One wouldn't always know that they had been exposed to the flu. And yes, I'm aware that someone who has been vaccinated yet is...

  19. Thank you, Joy Behar!

    Horseshoe replied to ixchel's topic in Nursing Humor

    I would have far preferred to listen to this young woman's monologue than watch another baton twirling act (no offense to the baton twirlers in the country). It's a shame that intelligence and...

  20. Thank you, Joy Behar!

    Horseshoe replied to ixchel's topic in Nursing Humor

    Am I allowed to link? This letter is in a blog called "according to kateri." An Open Letter to Joy Behar – According to Kateri; a

  21. The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Not going to address your "real placebo" or "fake placebo" comment? Or admit that it made no sense

  22. Mandatory flu vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    "voilà " is prounounced "Vwa-la." Sorry, it's not you, it's me. A personal problem, I

  23. The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Very well

  24. Mandatory flu vaccines

    Horseshoe replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    You can work somewhere else. My facility encourages the flu shot but does not mandate it. I know it's not the only one. Choices are not always easy, but again, there are not FORCED vaccinations....

  25. I Want to be a Nurse

    Horseshoe replied to Ashanti Green's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing math is pretty basic. Yes, you will need to do well in college algebra. If you need some tutoring, get on it early, before you fall behind. Pay attention in English class as well. Being...