JosefVernon Hodgkins

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  1. Is there a nursing shortage?

    JosefVernon Hodgkins posted a topic in Men in Nursing

    Is there in fact a nursing shortage? If so please tell me where. I know respite work is important ... but I'd feel more comfortable knowing if this is a truth

  2. Nurses

    JosefVernon Hodgkins posted a topic in General Nursing

    We need to realize as nurses that yes we have a difficult career. However, it's so very important to keep baggage outside of the hospital And outside of the home. There needs to be an outlet to help...

  3. Nurses

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to JosefVernon Hodgkins's topic in General Nursing

    I understand venting. However I feel the need to say 'you're welcome,' because don't you just wonder which nurse executives are reading these posts. Peace,

  4. Hospital orientation for CNA/Support staff

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I just have an idea. It seems you are doing well but I have a suggestion. How about pairing CNA's with specific nurses based on rapport, etc. I think this will increase patient satisfaction by the...

  5. Med-Surg nursing, a place where Innocence and Expertise collide

    JosefVernon Hodgkins posted a topic in Medical-Surgical

    The title says it all. At the time of writing this note, I've been a nurse for 7 years. I've done all types of nursing and this is where I find I've evolved to. New grads may be hired here but that's...

  6. Med-Surg nursing, a place where Innocence and Expertise collide

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to JosefVernon Hodgkins's topic in Medical-Surgical

    When I typed 'collide' into the title I mean no harm. 'First do no harm,' in all things. However if conflict is the only option to keep patients safe, healthy, and en route to their wished health...

  7. Why do Doctors think they are................God!!

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to RNdiva505's topic in General Nursing

    Theologically, many people consider to be a part of God. Scientifically, doctors have great intelligence. The short visits mean the MD is working diligently (most of the time). Current US health care...

  8. Should I Maintain EMT-B with new RN?

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to MidnightAzalea's topic in Emergency

    Absolutely! Good work in getting EMT-B. I look at EMT's as 'healthcare officials, in the field.' You should be proud of that. -Joe P.S. Nursing will be much different as your career evolves....

  9. advice for RN student

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to nursingstudent_2012's topic in General Nursing

    Advice- Follow your instructor's guidance. They know more than you can imagine. Don't deviate from what is right and true. Good luck!

  10. Virgin Islands!

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to TheWorldA's topic in Agency Nurses

    Good luck. My favorite is St. Thomas, USVI. Find your dreams and win them.

  11. Sympathy strike...would you do it??

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to notachargenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    If it were me I'd just go with my heart because I know my heart is good.

  12. Share Your "Brain" Sheet

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to nurseJ88's topic in Cardiac

    I don't use a 'brain sheet' because it could be mistaken that one has no brain ?

  13. Will going agency now screw my resume/career forever?

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to gigglymo's topic in Agency Nurses

    I don't believe so if you find a good, respectful, agency in which you can grow professionally. At your assignments though you must be able to work at 100% every shift otherwise it's a bad situation....

  14. Womens interest in male nurses

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to johny1's topic in Men in Nursing

    A football player in the NFL also works as a nurse. Do a web search.

  15. Dealing with the death of a patient...for the first time

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to NursingStudent!'s topic in General Nursing

    Cry alone and be strong amongst.

  16. what do you think?fired for a comment

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to yajaira21's topic in General Nursing

    I think there is more to the story, as well. At will employers can fire for almost any reason just as at will employees can resign for any reason. However, if it was a single isolated incident as you...

  17. Tired of bedside nursing

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to youngebloodrn's topic in Men in Nursing

    Maybe you could step away from bedside nursing, but remember you can always go back?

  18. Need advice on nursing career

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to iowa27's topic in Men in Nursing

    I'm a man, and a nurse. Many men are very well suited for this difficult, but rewarding profession. The only way you'll really know would be to take that first step. Did you feel a calling to the...

  19. Should I become a nurse ?

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to Arvin Vo's topic in Men in Nursing

    Tell them there is a wide receiver on the Detroit Lions who is also a nurse. Also, no, I'm a man and I think it's an excellent career. It's just like any career where you get along with some, and not...

  20. What's your favorite shift to work?

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to JennNHD24's topic in General Nursing

    Any shift as long as I function at my best while taking care of clients.

  21. Med-Surg nursing, a place where Innocence and Expertise collide

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to JosefVernon Hodgkins's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I think what you said was well said, in return. Thank you for the kudos because there is strength in

  22. new grad starting on med-surg unit

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to icechick's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Follow the good nurses. Listen to your nurses in charge, and use your gained knowledge from nursing school.

  23. How do you like to be acknowledged at work for a good job done

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to xtxrn's topic in General Nursing

    One hospital I worked for had 'Caught Doing Something Wonderful,' signs that could be filled out by anybody and they were posted on the unit. That's a great gift for a job well done.

  24. I am officially a NURSE!!

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to VioletKaliLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congratulations! I hope your career will be as fun and exciting as mine has been thus far.

  25. med-surg..the "trailer trash" area of nursing??

    JosefVernon Hodgkins replied to nightengalegoddess's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Medical Surgical nursing is a specialty. There may be a great deal of new grads (p.s. thanks for going to nursing school), but this is a premium area for the best of the best. What better way to...