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neverbethesame

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  1. A word of advice for a strange question?

    neverbethesame replied to bebbercorn's topic in Emergency

    If the hospital doesn't have a policy, then wear the one you want! My friend at work wears the one with pins and they are very pretty. If a patient can get that close and have the dexterity and...

  2. Ever have a patient work your very last nerve?

    neverbethesame replied to proud nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I wonder about patients like the OP described. I think that the particular patient, that is how he is (sadly). He knew how to (try to) calm her down about crying in the corner so he knew what he was...

  3. Nursing student with ADHD, struggling in clinical!

    neverbethesame replied to milksgalore's topic in General Students

    milksgalore, I tried to send you a private message but it says that you either declined to receive them and/or cannot because you have not posted enough on the forum. I think the magic number to be...

  4. I dropped out. Please console me

    neverbethesame replied to mclennan's topic in General Nursing

    You are very brave!!! I think that there is greater strength in walking away from something we know is bad for us, be it a job, romantic relationship or school. Your physical, mental and emotional...

  5. Rant: sick of MAs

    neverbethesame replied to mclennan's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    @ BlueDevil,DNP, The use of the word "ghetto" is not racist at all. Ghetto is a culture not a color. It is clear from your post that you are the one who is unaware of how telling your comments are...

  6. Regarding nursing students- was this too much to ask?

    neverbethesame replied to blondy2061h's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As long as the school doesn't have a problem with it, I think it's a great

  7. I BLEW MY CHANCE !!

    neverbethesame replied to Bigmaine33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Send a thank you regardless if you opt to clarify your response to her

  8. Dear Nursing Students/Orientees: A Love Note from the Preceptor from Hell

    neverbethesame replied to CheesePotato's topic in General Students

    I'll bet her bark is worse than her bite!! Errrrr..... Wouldn't you love to meet her former preceptees?? Actually, when someone self-identifies as a sociopath then I really want to meet everyone...

  9. Be kind to nurses... we choose the size of your IV

    neverbethesame replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I don't think this is funny at all. I get that it is meant to be humorous but it

  10. Signing out medications for my manager.

    neverbethesame replied to OlaHospiceRNBSN's topic in Patient Medications

    I am so sorry that your manager is putting you and your co-workers in this position. He/she is likely diverting medication to feed his/her legitimate pain issue and/or addiction. Like someone said...

  11. Can a Diploma RN get a job in WI??

    neverbethesame posted a topic in General Nursing

    Seriously considering moving to Milwaukee/Waukasha area so..... What a Diploma RN is: https://allnurses.com/nursing-educators-faculty/entry-into-practice-422071.html In the Northeast there are still...

  12. I feel very overwhelmed about my clinicals.

    neverbethesame replied to NurseKis's topic in General Students

    UNSAFE!!! UNSAFE!!! The CI is is UNSAFE!! She is teaching you to be UNSAFE!! What if that pt. had fallen and had a bleed and died and the family sued?? Then you, along with the CI, would've...

  13. Using "Jigsaws" as an interactive learning tool

    neverbethesame replied to Susan Cook's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Jigsaw I and II are strategies that can be used with children and adults. I used them when I was an elementary school teacher and my students liked them a lot. I can see them working beautifully in...

  14. UPMC Shadyside - Fall 2012 new student check-in

    neverbethesame replied to wildblueeyez's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Don't go to SSON!! Trust me! Smoke and Mirrors! A former classmate said they use psychological warfare- which is true!! Don't waste all of that money for a Diploma and then have to spend even more...

  15. Written up and confused.

    neverbethesame replied to pageturnstyle's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Get out NOW. RUN!!! “The first time someone shows you who they are, believe them.” ― Maya Angelou She has shown you her ethics (or lack of) and her "management" style. "Fool...

  16. Waitressing as a pre-req?

    neverbethesame replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    My waitressing experience has been such a bonus for surviving working on a busy med-surg floor that it is almost scary! One of my co-workers says that that big white and blue H sign on the roads no...

  17. Pt's/visitors reading Fifty Shades of Grey???

    neverbethesame posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am NOT a prude by any stretch but come on ladies!!! I haven't read any of the trilogy but saw the author interviewed several times and heard about it from friends/family. I am up to 2 patients...

  18. Advice on Dealing With Condescending Nurses Need

    neverbethesame replied to MotherRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    She sounds like $%&^ who may also be scared that you will tell her secret. Like some others have said, quietly, calmly and respectfully confront her away from the crowd. She is just seeing how...

  19. CCAC Spring 2013

    neverbethesame replied to despirate2013's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I just started at South this semester. You don't need A's in everything. The minimum is 2.8 to apply and Carla Tomas who is a Course Coordinator and Instructor and also on the the Admission...

  20. Not sure what to do with an issue I have with my supervisor.

    neverbethesame replied to afarmer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Can you talk to HR without giving names but give the correct info??? I don't think that you should remain silent. You didn't break confidentiality- those other nurses did. That shouldn't be on...

  21. let go on first day because of OSHA :(

    neverbethesame replied to Ashley3H12's topic in Nursing Career

    I am NOT saying to sue this practice but it wouldn't hurt to investigate what is really going there for your own peace of mind and self-esteem. Call the EEOC of your state to see if this was...

  22. Future Shortage in Bedside Nurses

    neverbethesame replied to westieluv's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    A couple of comments: I went back to school for my RN in my early 40's after working in another field where a BS and a license is needed so I have some life experiences behind me. It was...

  23. Newborn @ Magee-Womens Hospital(UPMC) abducted now found!

    neverbethesame posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/local/neighborhoods-city/newborn-reunited-with-parents-at-magee-womens-650279/

  24. Patient Care And Customer Service Are Not The Same!

    neverbethesame replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's going to get much, much worse!!! Read this article and weep!!

  25. Wet Hair Don't Care?

    neverbethesame replied to 2BRN123's topic in General Students

    I've seen female Residents with their hair up in a bun and clearly