Thunderwolf MSN, RN

Med-Surg, Geriatric, Behavioral Health

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    Bipolar nursing instructors

    You have received good counsel here. You are being trained to be a nurse, based on clear OBJECTIVES set by the school. You are not training to be a nun or religious person. I agree...abuse of...
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    Groped on the job...

    A reminder to stay focused on topic. What is the topic?---> go back to the original poster. Analyzing the homophobe or the homosexual will just make the thread stray and will potentiate the risk of...
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    Groped on the job...

    I appreciate the honesty of each member thus far. So far, members have spoken their own personal truth related to the topic with respect for the other members...from both sides of the spectrum. This...
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    Admission/Discharge nurse

    We typically utilize an admit nurse...being available at least two shifts at our hospital. Believe me, the admits alone keep the admit nurse very busy...take a number sort of scenario. I value the...
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    STNA/CNA in Ohio Training Program locations

    Your wish is my command. Here you go! http://www.education-online-search.com/_location/_oh/_oh.shtml Ohio Colleges And Schools -- Free Directory of Colleges, Universities, and Other Schools
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    Not so wise wisdom teeth

    I agree...medical attention NOW! No other advise here on this board is necessary! Many communities have programs for indigent situations or inability to pay. Contact your medical centers, clinics,...
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    public's view of nurses

    Most excellent
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    psych degree?

    Totally agree with getting your feet wet first in
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    fainting for no obvious reason

    I am glad you are following up with your
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    Student Question Re DSM IV TR Axis I, II etc.

    This material seems to be getting a little harder since the APA is clamping down somewhat on their material. However, you may want to try this:...
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    "why not medical school?"

    I like that
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    Is this new grad a nut or what? Opinions please !

    Wow, that's not orientation...she's on a holiday!...2 patients!!!...a month IN orientation...Jeeze! Wow, and where does she have such a need to turn off her beeper?...What for??!! I agree with Marie...
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    Are women psychologically predisposed to cattiness?

    I guess this thread warrants a close. You guys must be psychic. It is a very controversial type thread that tends to ruffle many feathers. It is a dead horse. Also, noticing that folks are...
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    Can any Male Nurse help me ?

    Hmmm, correct me if I'm wrong, but this may be cultural, which we may need to respect. No harm intended. But, yes, male and female nurses are equally qualified to provide direction, Sandeep.
  15. Been a nurse 20 years. I don't regret it. Like any profession, there are the ups and downs, which you are aware of. It has been a very good
  16. The Distance Learning/Independent Study forum is located here: https://allnurses.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=125 Distance Learning / Independent Study - allnurses.com Nursing for Nurses The...
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    Does your administration support you?

    I've seen very neglectful nurse managers And very good nurse managers in my days. When you finally get a good one, treat him/her like gold. Truly a priceless thing. I think much has to do with the...
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    backstabbing co workers

    Yes, I can relate. Have one on another shift. All I can say is remain professional and don't play into it as well. Your strength is in your boundary. When the boundary is breached unwantedly, use...
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    Dealing with borderline

    Boundaries are your
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    Questions from a Neuro Med/Surg volunteer

    Ditto. Lunch...you mean I can have a lunch!!!! Just kidding, but often do without it. Too much to
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    You are probably a med-surg nurse if.....

    When you discharge at least half of your patients and fill the beds up in 4 hours. And to little ER nurse, eh hem, getting an ER patient who has been there for hours, coming to your floor, and needing...
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    Change in BSN requirements

    Totally agree, Tim, in alot of ways. And the debate goes on...and on...and on...until BSNs outnumber ADNs, then the standard may possibly change. ADN :deadhorse BSN But, I too don't see this happening...
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    RN who wouldn't be CNA

    Yowwie!!! Is this practice allowed in your state? CNA's supervising nurses...in my state, this would be out of the scope of practice for CNAs. You may want to check with your BON if this practice...
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    The 'frontline' worker

    What have you come up with so far in the past couple
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    Some good web sites for students?

    Have you done a web search on those theorists' names or the names of their theories/approaches? In order to help you, you may want to give us some names or theories or whatever...in order for folks...