CrunchRN ADN, RN

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    2 months away from my kids :(

    CrunchRN replied to sashapuppy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, you are doing it for the kids and 2 months will rush
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    Other Nursing Options

    CrunchRN replied to HYates1213's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Look for Ob/gyn office positions,less pay, but it might be a good
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    Eating spaghetti raise blood pressure immediately?

    CrunchRN replied to DanaBrianMampel's topic in General Nursing

    I think people just over think stuff
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    Which way to go-advice please

    CrunchRN replied to Itsourchoices's topic in Nursing Career

    What would allow you to enjoy your life and family the most and still pay the mortgage and save a
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    Advice with a difficult pt!!!

    CrunchRN replied to tinytrexarms's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Med review for
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    Frustrated with non-compliance

    CrunchRN replied to xoemmylouox's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Ha. Job security
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    I don't want to be a nurse!!

    CrunchRN replied to sharebear003's topic in General Students

    Don't do it. Even if it is your passion it is really hard. Follow your
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    hiring older nurses

    CrunchRN replied to KThurmond's topic in General Nursing

    I am 53 and work in research. They seem to want me to stick around :) My 55 year old bro is in awesome shape (Marathoner) and works in a techie field (has MBA) and very successful work history and...
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    Verbal warning about sick calls.....please advise

    CrunchRN replied to SaffireWeldon's topic in Canada

    The paradox of being in health care. You are expected to work when sick. It
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    Weekend option non-bedside positions?

    CrunchRN replied to calivianya's topic in General Nursing

    How about hospice weekend on call
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    On probation for being too "anxious"

    CrunchRN replied to fskye's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I suffer from performance anxiety and Propanalal is a huge help. It is a BP med so no nasty side effects. Just shuts down the fight/flight hormones. The other thing is to fake it confidence wise...
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    I have been out of compassion for years.

    CrunchRN replied to rearviewmirror's topic in Emergency

    Wow. That is rough. You need a change of scenery big time. Seek an outpatient or non-hospital job and your soul may recover and you can get your heart back to where you want it to
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    New Grad with mental health challenges

    CrunchRN replied to FutureCRNP's topic in General Nursing

    You have a lot on your plate. Batten down the hatches and ride it out. You can and will achieve your goals and hopefully the rest will then fall into
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    Should I place my license as inactive?

    CrunchRN replied to setsuna92's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do on-line
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    Calling in sick, boss harassing me.

    CrunchRN replied to swweetipie's topic in General Nursing

    Had a surgical procedure..... that is all I would
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    Seven Hells: Vent

    CrunchRN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in First Year After Licensure

    7 months is not much. You need to slow down and earn your opportunity. I do understand your desire, but be smart about
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    What next?

    CrunchRN replied to oncpalnurse's topic in General Nursing

    You are so young. I would put off the decision for a couple
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    19 years old, working full time and pre reqs.

    CrunchRN replied to FutureSRNA78's topic in General Students

    That is how I did it 23 years ago. I did it because I had to, but that experience was invaluable. Latte's are your
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    Suspended without pay for expired TB requirement?

    CrunchRN replied to lsvalliant's topic in General Nursing

    Lesson learned huh? You have to suck it up and I am sure you will never let it happen again. I do have sympathy for you, but it is ultimately up to you and you cannot trust anyone else so apply this...
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    To go or not to go?

    CrunchRN replied to troublesome's topic in Nurse Registration

    You are young enough to give it a go and if you aren't happy then go home. Your English is awesome by the
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    Asking for advice

    CrunchRN replied to rn2be15's topic in New York Nursing

    Stick it out. Seriously. You can do it for a year and then you will have
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    How much do you really make?

    CrunchRN replied to AnnaK12's topic in General Nursing

    Way too much debt for a nursing
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    after 35 years, I cannot believe it

    CrunchRN replied to Carolyn1234's topic in General Nursing

    If you can afford to leave,do it, but do it professionally and give proper notice and be nice and do not burn any bridges. Why? Because life can change without notice and you may need to get a job in...
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    The World of Nursing Thoughts

    CrunchRN replied to RNdonut's topic in General Nursing

    Trial by fire. That is how it is in nursing. I know it sucks, but if you find a way to deal with it you will be a stronger
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    Depression from nursing, looking for input?

    CrunchRN replied to GuvnerH's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I felt that way even in nursing school. Go outpatient. You can still care deeply but the intensity is