TriciaJ RN

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    HELLLLLLLOOOOO, Retirement !

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in Retired Nurses

    CONGRATS on your new thing, Davey. I must say, I'm feeling a little smug because I called it way back somewhere on this thread. I said something to the effect that you could walk out of Wrongway and...
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    Is it wrong to turn down a shift?

    TriciaJ replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in Disaster Preparation

    It's always your prerogative to turn down extra shifts. Management will always try to portray that as morally reprehensible. Who will be looking out for your daughter's life if not you? Her doctor...
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    Have you ironically lost out on a donated perk because you were at work

    TriciaJ replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    Yes they have a right to refuse service. And people have the right to take their custom elsewhere. If I was shopping for childcare I would consider that an important piece of
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    Is the increased love for healthcare workers an irony that will fade away when things get better?

    TriciaJ replied to DesiDani's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Management needs to be informed also. And when this is over, management and the public will need to be reminded repeatedly. THAT needs to be the new norm and no caving in by anyone. I am serious....
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    I want to work for the Union.

    TriciaJ replied to LC0929's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    If you currently work in a union shop your best starting point would be to become more involved. Start attending meetings. Consider becoming a rep or shop steward. Get to know your union leaders and...
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    Is the increased love for healthcare workers an irony that will fade away when things get better?

    TriciaJ replied to DesiDani's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Amen to this. Not only will conditions not improve, but the heroic measures seen during the crisis will become the expected norm. On another thread, travelers are currently raking in beaucoup bucks...
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    I took a travel assignment to help out, but what happens after?

    TriciaJ replied to Nickc58's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Not to mention a semi-functioning immune system. Hats off to you guys. Stay safe and
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    Relocation to Portland

    TriciaJ replied to MissTweetums's topic in General Nursing

    The downside of OHSU is that it is a parking nightmare. Before you accept a job there make sure you know how you are going to get to work. It will depend on your shift and current public transpo...
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    Seeking advice

    TriciaJ replied to jrb1201's topic in General Nursing

    Five med-surg patients on day shift is extremely busy. When you interview, could you request to shadow for a day (even if you had to do it on your own time)? I think if you give yourself a bit of...
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    the Theory of Nomenclature

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in Nursing Humor

    Hi, I'm Rhonda. I'm the life of every party. I usually squeak in to work in the nick of time. My managers hate me because I speak up during every meeting and sometimes I crack jokes. They think I...
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    Infected staff

    TriciaJ replied to Guest219794's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Not sure I'm hoping for this, but it wouldn't surprise me. Nurses have put up with so much for so long I'm wondering if this is the straw that breaks the camel's back. One thing is certain: if...
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    RN Disciplined While Waiting On Covid 19 Result

    TriciaJ replied to INDY RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Sometimes being part of the solution is to quit enabling a sick, broken system. Just like family members of addicts get drawn into enabling, your "family" of coworkers are doing the same thing. If...
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    RN Disciplined While Waiting On Covid 19 Result

    TriciaJ replied to INDY RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I'm afraid the minute things start winding down the cavalry will turn around and go home. Nurses have to get better at being their own cavalry. Now and
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    RN Disciplined While Waiting On Covid 19 Result

    TriciaJ replied to INDY RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes, employers hate unions. They will retaliate against anyone who is trying to form one. But they are urgently needed by any nurses who don't currently have a union. Hospital management seems to be...
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    HELLLLLLLOOOOO, Retirement !

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in Retired Nurses

    The story is perfectly fitting. You got tired of dealing with deadwood, you went out on a limb to get it cleaned up. Your limb got sawed off from beneath you, causing you an episode of anxiety. Then...
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    HELLLLLLLOOOOO, Retirement !

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in Retired Nurses

    As to the original question: I think it didn't really sink in for about a year. That's because I originally agreed to stay on per diem. I did get a few calls, but I went to work even fewer times....
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    HELLLLLLLOOOOO, Retirement !

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in Retired Nurses

    I missed the start of this party a few days ago, until I decided to check in on Davey. Haven't read through all the posts yet, but come next Valentine's, Davey might well want to send a card to...
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    What Is Wrong with These Students?

    TriciaJ replied to PamtheNurse's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    When did nursing school become daycare? Are there not still admission requirements? After they've invested in taking all the prereqs, how can they waste time and opportunity? How about make the...
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    Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    TriciaJ replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Lose the guilt. You can provide the best help by not tying up an ICU bed
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Whatever you do, do not get rid of your scrubs. You will jinx yourself into needing them again. Always keep at least one set as an insurance policy. No I'm not superstitious.
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    So true. I taught myself years ago to not take other people's behaviour personally. Even if they meant it to
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    Has anyone left nursing job due to COVID19 virus?

    TriciaJ replied to Tirednurseandmomma14's topic in Disaster Preparation

    They've been pushing the staffing envelope for so long now, we all wondered where it will end. The camel's back might finally be
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    You're right. The worse the trenches, the stronger the bond. But yes, they do weaken when they no longer serve their original
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, work friends do have the habit of drifting away when one of you no longer works there. I've changed jobs enough times to know that. Maybe in a couple of years you'll run into someone at the post...
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    Disrespect & Profanity

    TriciaJ replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    At this point Davey, all I can do is shake my head. This brings back so many fond memories. Well, okay, not fond, but I have never stopped laughing to myself at how ridiculous some people are...