TriciaJ RN

Psych, Corrections, Med-Surg, Ambulatory

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    License Accusation

    TriciaJ replied to ColtonsGma's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is bureaucracy for you. Open-and-shut needs to be dragged out. So nerve-wracking. As draining as it is, I'm glad you're putting up the good fight for your livelihood and reputation. Many...
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    I need help. Do I need a new job?

    TriciaJ replied to Grande_latte04's topic in General Nursing

    If I'd had 4 jobs in 2 years I'm not sure I'd relish starting over again. Hopefully with the petty schoolgirls gone, you can help your workplace develop a more professional culture. Always...
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    National Blah Blah Blah Day

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Your brain wanted to keep you asleep to get to the resolution of the dream. Your body was trying to wake you by alerting you to your need to
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    Manager Audited Narc Drawer Without Witness; Fired Me for ‘Missing’ Norco

    TriciaJ replied to Floridababe's topic in General Nursing

    If you still have the email and can prove your innocence, what are you sfraid of? Landing on your feet is the best
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    Are nurses able to shower after shift?

    TriciaJ replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    That's right. You're supposed to get your hydration on your BREAKS. Don't you know what those are?
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    Are nurses able to shower after shift?

    TriciaJ replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I'm trying to picture Adrian Monk as a
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    Manager Audited Narc Drawer Without Witness; Fired Me for ‘Missing’ Norco

    TriciaJ replied to Floridababe's topic in General Nursing

    She's stealing narcs and throwing people under the bus to cover her tracks. It would be one thing if you could have kept your subsequent job. But now she's black-balling you and sabotaging your...
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    Which patients are you most scared to take care of?

    TriciaJ replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    "The opening maw of hell" reminded me of some of the more colourful descriptions of the GI effects of the gummy bears. Some of them are truly eloquent indeed. When you've gotten all the laughs...
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    Which patients are you most scared to take care of?

    TriciaJ replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Amazon reviews for Haribo sugarless gummy bears. Anyone who hasn't already stumbled on this should check it
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    What can I do about bullying?

    TriciaJ replied to Lorie Brown RN, MN, JD's topic in Nursing Career

    Hopefully you've found another position by now and found out that not all work places are that toxic. The problem with "bullying" is that we often don't know what someone means when they use that...
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    Recommended experience to transfer into remote nursing position

    TriciaJ replied to JustWandering78's topic in Nursing Career

    It might be helpful to provide more information. How did your hours change? How would a telephonic position be different from what you are doing now? I'm just trying to picture your
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    Choosing between two paths

    TriciaJ replied to Sean- BSN's topic in Nursing Career

    How stable and permanent is Job B? Is it a newly-created position? Can a sudden axe to the budget uncreate it? I'm worried that they're going to have you "fill in" as a floor nurse occasionally and...
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    Manager Woes

    TriciaJ replied to WriterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would "help" the manager by being a top-notch employee and maintaining a professional relationship. If you can't help things to improve, then at least you don't have to contribute to the chaos....
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    If You Changed Careers

    TriciaJ replied to Mavnurse17's topic in General Nursing

    It's a tough spot to be in when you don't hate it bad enough to dumpster-dive, but the whole thing is unpleasant enough that there's little to enjoy. Add in a family dependent on your income and it...
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    Med error

    TriciaJ replied to Firts ICu job's topic in Patient Medications

    I agree with londonflo. The only thing to feel bad about is the harm that could have happened to a vulnerable patient. Even if your supervisor spoke unprofessionally, it shouldn't have the power...
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    Input needed

    TriciaJ replied to Loly23's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Who wants to be part of a team where your teammates are making fun of you? Did you sign any contract that stipulates how much time you should work above your scheduled shift? No? Then no. Try...
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    Enough

    TriciaJ replied to Peachpit's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I would have thought covid would have turned this trend around, but no. I second the idea of Plan B. Just taking the time to explore what-ifs is much more empowering than just putting one foot in...
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    If You Changed Careers

    TriciaJ replied to Mavnurse17's topic in General Nursing

    So just how bad are you starting to hate what you're doing now? How bad will it be in two years? Can you be okay with just providing solid (but not passionate) care and collecting a paycheque?...
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    If You Changed Careers

    TriciaJ replied to Mavnurse17's topic in General Nursing

    If you're interacting with residents, families and staff you're probably teaching every day and just not realizing
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    National DNA Day

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately things don't seem to be improving there at the
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    Work from home nurse job M-F?

    TriciaJ replied to Nurseynurse1116's topic in General Nursing

    Yes it was nice to be able to do that. Online applications have made things way more difficult. But I just can't see toughing out a job that's killing you and turning down a perfect one in hopes of...
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    National DNA Day

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    That is interesting. My baba's family was from Yablunivka, in Ternopil Oblast. The family had already emigrated to Canada when she was born. My dida was born somewhere around Lviv, probably...
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    Work from home nurse job M-F?

    TriciaJ replied to Nurseynurse1116's topic in General Nursing

    I really don't think anything is career suicide (except maybe criminal history). I changed specialties several times; I started working med-surg after 20 years with no med-surg experience; I was able...
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    National DNA Day

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    I have a Ukrainian mom and an English dad and I've considered taking a DNA test. It sounds like the DNA tests provide some pretty specific information. Is there one you would
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    New grad, 52 residents, anxiety through the roof

    TriciaJ replied to BobbyDigitalis's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sounds like you're getting the hang of things and developing your own style. Next time someone asks you about your sexual orientation "I'm sorry; I'm not available for a relationship." They'll...