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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...
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    Seeing the big picture

    LindaBright replied to pockunit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    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...
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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...
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    DNP....Is it worth it for me????

    LindaBright replied to Spazzerific9's topic in Advanced Practice

    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...
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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,...
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    Gaining weight

    LindaBright replied to BSNinprogress22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    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...
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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...
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    Me time. Do not enter!

    LindaBright replied to Brian's topic in Nurses 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
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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
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    Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    LindaBright replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    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...
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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...
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    Invisible illnesses...

    LindaBright replied to silverbat's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    An earlier poster said it best, that people really try to minimize problems that aren't their own, especially if they are "invisible," like you said. I can't imagine how you keep up the determination...
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    Seven down, two to go.

    LindaBright replied to vamedic4's topic in Excelsior College

    Congratulations! Its always such an amazing feeling when you know you're almost out of the muck, and ready to start the next leg of the journey, so to speak. No matter how long it takes, or the...
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    Nurse Advocates: Past, Present, and Future

    LindaBright replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think the various roles of advocacy in nursing are fascinating - from patients to healthcare concerns and beyond. We are not only great advocates for our patients, but, also, for ourselves and the...
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    So... Who else is waiting on that letter?

    LindaBright replied to ~Melissa~'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That's always one of the most nerve-wracking aspects... hurry up and wait, and wait, and sometimes you wait a little bit more. Best of luck to you all, starting nursing school is such an
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    Kudos to floor nurses

    LindaBright replied to hodgieRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Floor nurses are definitely amazing, and have an entirely unique skill set that is nothing short of impressive. The daily tasks of a floor nurse can be overwhelming and frustrating, but those who rise...
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    Loving Hospice

    LindaBright replied to aklohr's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I think hospice nursing is overlooked by so many because of the emotional difficulties that can be present. Hospice nurses, however, are more than just hand-holders (although, that is a big part of...
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    Passed cpne at grady!

    LindaBright replied to nursemami4's topic in Excelsior College

    Congratulations! This is just another step in your journey, so pat yourself on the back, take a break, and keep moving along! Fantastic
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    Seeing the person not the illness

    LindaBright replied to marydc's topic in Psychiatric

    I think this is a beautiful sentiment and goes for a lot of people with physical and mental disabilities or illnesses out of their control. You don't judge a baby born with Downs any more than a woman...
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    What's the nursing demand in Alaska?

    LindaBright replied to ArvinC EMT's topic in General Nursing

    There aren't really any numbers on the demand in Alaska (for nurses) but the median salary is reported at $82k (Bureau of Labor Statistics), so that probably says a lot about the demand. Plus, Alaska...
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    Class starts Monday!!

    LindaBright replied to kikiz147's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Be prepared :) I like the tape recorder suggestion, and a good laptop is almost a necessity now. Find a good group of students to study with, get into a routine, understand that your life will revolve...
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    How do you improve your memory?

    LindaBright replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    The more you do something, the more it gets embedded in your mind/memory. Also, healthy foods make for a healthy mind, whereas the normal "study diet" of sugar and junk food can cloud memories. Deep...
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    How do experienced nurses do it to memorize everything?

    LindaBright replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I believe it all comes with experience, which isn't very helpful to new nurses, except that it is important to understand that no nurse started out knowing everything. We all come up with our own...
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    Seriously?!?!

    LindaBright replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    "I don't want more drugs, I want answers" from a man clearly drug seeking, after his third ride to the ER in an ambulance in a week. Chest pain, flu symptoms, meth mouth...
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    Be the Nurse You Would Want As a Patient

    LindaBright replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Nurses Rock

    I think it is worth noting that many nurses choose to become nurses based on the care they received as patients, or watching a nurse care for a loved one. How many stories have we all shared about a...