spotangel DNP, RN, NP

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    Your Experience in Caring for People Diagnosed With COVID

    spotangel replied to Newgurl17's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I am in NYC and our numbers are climbing. The first wave of "deployment" of Clinic staff to the hospital has started. Our hospitals have designated Covid units and daily we get an update on the...
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    New job. Got injured. Fired for unexcused absences during new hire probation period... what did I do wrong?

    spotangel replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing

    Op ! I hope you are feeling better mentally and physically! Sorry to hear about the health issues.Lots of good advice on the posts. My two cents---. Getting fired- they are within their rights...
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    I Got The Call! Now What?!

    spotangel posted a topic in General Students

    When a former student of mine called me out of the blue, sixteen years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to catch up with her. She asked me for a favor. Could I look at the resume of her Cousin Dina?...
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    I Got The Call! Now What?!

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Students

    Thanks
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    Wanting to give up

    spotangel replied to konya65's topic in General Students

    Go for it. 1- Write you name and put your upcoming credential next to it, Example-Sara Smith, LPN. Keep one where you study, one on the mirror, one in the bathroom. 2-Surround yourself with...
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    Surprise, Surprise... COVID Contacts after Thanksgiving... great!

    spotangel replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Loving this thread---! Keep safe you all! I opted this year to keep my high schooler home all year studying remote from day one! The high school admin decided to have kids move from room...
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    Gift from the 'rona, or lamb to the slaughter?

    spotangel replied to zephyr9's topic in General Nursing

    I would take it and learn as much as I could! Be prepared though ,to be counted in the numbers during a Covid crisis even though you are on "orientation" as we wait for the next surge. Do you...
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    Should I take the ICU leap?

    spotangel replied to KristybayRN's topic in Critical Care

    If you are looking to be "marketable" critical care areas ED, CICU,ICU,Telemetry, stepdown, NICU are areas you may want to consider. I personally preferred the ED as I got to see the run of the...
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    Unhappy in a hateful work place

    spotangel replied to queernursing's topic in General Nursing

    Great advice from all! Find your happiness, leave on good terms, stone wall (do not engage)them when it comes to gossip and if there is one person there you trust, ask them to be your reference....
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel posted a topic in General Nursing

    Suicide is a major issue in our country. Many look at it as a cowardly act but don’t realize the depths of despair associated with it. When one is in a whirlpool of hopelessness, anxiety, and...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you Joselyne! You hit the nail on the head. Nothing is worth taking your life over! Every storm will end. You need to Trust and put one foot in front of the other and get through the day...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for being honest and open. That is the first step. You are not cursed but are struggling to learn the ins and outs of a new job which is very overwhelming in the first 6 months. You deserve...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    I agree! All part of the divine plan
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    Experiencing racism and xenophobia when coming to CA to help with Covid

    spotangel replied to xwill327's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Having worked as the Assistant Director of Nursing of a hospital and as evening manager of an ED in New York, If this situation was brought to my attention, both parties would be interviewed initially...
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    Diluting Ativan?

    spotangel replied to Guest838984's topic in Emergency

    I never diluted it but pushed it slow. I was flushed before and after. Just read the link below, and I was like oops! I need to dilute. CNS depression, being overly sedated over 50 yrs of...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Latha! Imagine the kids who have no one to turn to. It could be you or someone else that might reach out to help. Being others centered and less centered on self goes a long way to make...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I am glad that we have this forum to speak freely. Painful memories always bury deep inside and need to be plucked out like weeds for healing to take place!If your friend wanted to reach out,...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    I am happy and grateful to hear that! Thanks for being brave and for speaking up. I am sure your life has touched many ! Peace! ps -keeping the heavens busy! LOL! Thank
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Perfect! No one can understand the journey than the seasoned traveller. The satisfaction of helping another who is struggling cannot be measured!
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! I feel that @allnurses gives us a forum to be honest and I thank them for publishing this article. Sometimes you can just do one day at a time. I am glad you are alive and getting...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you Joselyne for being brave and honest. I agree that most people are so involved in work and family, that it is hard to check in on each other and many signs and symptoms of burnout and stress...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for sharing your story. The one that "got away" is the one that always sticks in your mind. I am sure your instincts are always on high alert for suicidal people. I am glad your family...
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    Today, I Will Kill Myself! | This Is My Story

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Julia! I had to bring it out in the hope of helping at least one person who reads this! It will be worth it if I can help save one life or give a resource to someone who needs it desperately....
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    I Got The Call! Now What?!

    spotangel replied to spotangel's topic in General Students

    Thanks for your input! I appreciate it! I would say in reply, "Different strokes for different folks!" I am not sure if the company you hire for is for nursing. If you are recruiting, then...
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    MD saying I didn’t do something

    spotangel replied to Gigi27's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think your nursing management team needs to get involved if the MD is trying to throw you under the bus. This should not be tolerated and the MD needs to be confronted with the evidence. Next time...