Good Morning, Gil

Good Morning, Gil has 3 years experience and specializes in Rehab, critical care.

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1. Does your SO understand job stress?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to Tobygo2's topic in General Nursing

   But, really, I wouldn't trade 3 days a week even for the amount we do in a day sometimes. I can't imagine doing the 9-5 right now with only 2 days off a week.

2. Does your SO understand job stress?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to Tobygo2's topic in General Nursing

   But, he does say sometimes, "I wish I could work 3 days a week." To that, he gets an "eye roll." And, a reminder, that 4 days off a week is nice, but we accomplish in 3 days what most people don't...

3. Does your SO understand job stress?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to Tobygo2's topic in General Nursing

   Sometimes, I feel that my husband doesn't quite understand. But, that's not because he's not understanding; he's just not a nurse and doesn't work in healthcare. But, even though he works a desk...

4. Compassion, easily lost?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to xoxJanexoxDoexox's topic in First Year After Licensure

   When nurses start acting like you mentioned, it's time to go. Actually, it's time to go before that happens. Nurses do need to vent to each other sometimes. It's just necessary, but it needs to be...

5. A little too proud to be a nurse?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to joyfullpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   That was a refreshing post. :) When I first read the title, I thought you meant that you were too proud (as in prideful) to be a nurse. What a pleasant surprise. Most people have no idea what we do....

6. How long do you generally have to stay past the end of your shift?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to jenik1978's topic in General Nursing

   I work in ICU, so it really just depends on the day. Most of the time, I get out on time. Sometimes, I just need to stay 15 mins extra to chart. Sometimes, it's so crazy, patient so unstable all...

7. Switching specialties - going from proficient practitioner to beginner again?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to pinkiepieRN's topic in General Nursing

   Yes, I did! I worked in a non-acute area (still bedside nursing, though) for a year, was the charge nurse, and was looked to for help/guidance from new people on the unit, was comfortable with my...

8. What Is The Deal With All The Highly Educated & Professionals Becoming RNs?

   Good Morning, Gil replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

   I'm one of those, as well, but I wouldn't call myself highly educated lol, just educated. I had a bachelor's degree in another field and decided to go for my RN. I pursued it primarily because I...

9. What do (did) you do during the gap between graduation and your first job

   Good Morning, Gil replied to sourapril's topic in First Year After Licensure

   Yes, I do (think it's more likely to get a job once you're licensed), especially in certain states that won't consider you until you're licensed. Some states do the GN thing, and others don't, just...

10. Going from Respiratory therapist to Registered Nurse?

    Good Morning, Gil replied to msr91331's topic in Nursing Career

    Possibly, though it would probably only help you when competing against new grad nurses. If you're competing against an experienced nurse, they would probably get it first. And, also, critical care...

11. Finding job after FNU?

    Good Morning, Gil posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hey guys, So, I've decided that I will pursue the FNP degree, am excited about it, but need to save money first, start my family. Am glad that I reached this decision, feels good to have a plan....

12. Nurses need water

    Good Morning, Gil replied to Heidimc's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, true. The only time I drink water is during lunch break. Then, usually, don't drink anything until I get home. However, I think most of us just forget to take care of ourselves while we're...

13. What do (did) you do during the gap between graduation and your first job

    Good Morning, Gil replied to sourapril's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I moved out of state after graduation, so there was that. And, then, studied for the NCLEX for a month while applying for jobs. Didn't have any luck on the job front until I took and passed the...

14. what career is the hardest to work in?

    Good Morning, Gil replied to jrbl77's topic in General Nursing

    It's really not a contest. Sure, teachers have to take work home with them sometimes, but they get all holidays and weekends off, not to mention, an entire summer. Okay, they might have to go in...

15. Size matters? (IV question)

    Good Morning, Gil replied to theantichick's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, I'm an ICU nurse, and usually, I'm "married" to the 20 gauge and everyone else seems to be on my unit, too. Usually because that's the largest catheter I or anyone else can insert in most...