LindaBright MSN

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   Want to get into correctional nursing

   LindaBright replied to lauriepat's topic in Correctional

   I think its natural for your loved ones to feel protective over you, we tend to only get the horror stories of correctional nurses' days, not the mundane experiences. But, like with anything, you should follow your heart and move on. From what I unde...
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   Seeing the big picture

   LindaBright replied to pockunit's topic in New Nurse

   Just like with any new job, there is a period of acclimating yourself to the tasks as well as being able to understand the whole picture. Think of it like muscle memory, that once you've done it enough, you'll just have the process down with very lit...
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   Antagonizing patients--just a vent

   LindaBright replied to Isitpossible's topic in Psychiatric

   If that was a child being treated like that, would that be grounds for reporting the behavior? Just because the individual is an adult, that does not mean he or she has any less rights to be treated like a human. There are stories all the time about ...
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   DNP....Is it worth it for me????

   LindaBright replied to Spazzerific9's topic in Advanced

   I can't add a whole lot to what everyone else has said, except to ask you whether in 10 years, if you don't go for the DNP, will you look back and really regret missing your chance? People make careers work around their kids all the time, and, kids e...
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   Public's lack of knowledge about what nursing actually is

   LindaBright replied to priorities2's topic in General Students

   There are so many misconceptions about nursing out there. Whether its the difference in education, the different roles or even that nurses' jobs aren't strictly limited to pillow fluffing (yes, someone said that to me), people in general just don't t...
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   Gaining weight

   LindaBright replied to BSNinprogress22's topic in Pre-Nursing

   It's definitely common, and hard to reconcile since we're supposed to be advocates of health (in a sense). But, don't beat yourself up over it. The same advice applies to you as any other person that may be stressed out and gaining weight - take care...
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   Acceptance letter into the nursing program

   LindaBright replied to vega26's topic in General Students

   Congratulations! There is no better feeling than being validated like that, able to pursue your dreams and feeling like others know you've got what it takes to succeed. Enjoy your moment and your acceptance letter, then get ready for an incredible ad...
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   How We Can Make the Difference

   LindaBright replied to LoveNeverDies's topic in Rock

   What an insightful post :) I think that in times of need, even "just medical" there is a significant part of the emotional experience that is overlooked due to intimidation, lack of time, or the lack of personal connection that we sometimes have to h...
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   How I Snagged Two RN Jobs One Month After Licensure: Tips, Tips, and More Tips!

   LindaBright replied to JMart83's topic in Job Hunt

   This is an amazing list of tips for finding a job in nursing! I know it can be tough out there, and the best advice I've given is to just stay positive and motivated when looking for a job, and to get creative... and to network... but, you really spe...
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    The Society of Nursing

    LindaBright replied to molly.hershman's topic in General Students

    What a great article and such an inspiration to those coming in behind you, and for us who have been there. You have come very far, and you will go so much further, especially with your hope and excitement about the future! Thank you for sharing, its...
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    Me time. Do not enter!

    LindaBright replied to Brian's topic in Rock

    Oh, yes, been there. Still look forward to those moments, and I could probably use one right about now, come to think of it. We really don't take care of ourselves enough.
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    I think I might be a scary nurse

    LindaBright replied to wish_me_luck's topic in General Nursing

    There's nothing wrong with being confident. I'm sure patients would prefer that you are confident, and that's probably most important, anyway. Confidence comes in many forms, too, like the confidence to make sure a treatment procedure is right before...
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    Ack! I'm being published!

    LindaBright replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    That is amazing news! Congratulations on contributing to greatly to our profession, now go and celebrate!
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    Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    LindaBright replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN/LVN

    You could have said you were going to pilot school and they would have asked why not astronaut school. People are just insensitive sometimes, which, as a nurse (no matter which kind!), you're going to have to get used to, sadly! But, congratulations ...
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    A Tribute to Nurses Through Time

    LindaBright replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Joshie, you are correct and I can understand the frustration that comes from being pigeonholed for your gender in a profession that has been marketed as "female" for what seems like forever. All nurses, despite gender definition, are celebrated this ...