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  1. A Rough Nursing Shift...

    amygarside replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Too funny and too

  2. A funny and warped FACES pain scale

    amygarside replied to SlightlyMental_RN's topic in General Nursing

    LOL! I've just become a fan of that blog! Thanks!

  3. Keep out! Nurse Sleeping

    amygarside replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Story of my

  4. why nurses cannot have a nail polish..?

    amygarside replied to ar.en.greta's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    It's considered unprofessional and could even be a cause for infection. Keep your nails tidy and clean.

  5. new nurse, trouble already

    amygarside replied to malenurseFl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am sorry to hear about your experience.You made the right choice to get an attorney. You need to know your rights and your options as an employee. Good luck and don't lose

  6. Funniest Things Doctors say!

    amygarside replied to RNdiva505's topic in Nursing Humor

    One of the threads with the most amusing stories. Thanks for making me

  7. A senoir refusing to bath.

    amygarside replied to mandihere's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree with SaoirseRN. Getting the patient to have a very wet sponge bath is the best alternative to making him shower. Perhaps it is also a good idea to inform his family about the dilemma. They...

  8. God's perfect timing

    amygarside replied to Chasity2495's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Great story. Thank you for sharing it with us. God truly moves in mysterious

  9. Obamacare: are you for it, against it, or unsure?

    amygarside replied to Lucidity's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Not sure how it's going to affect nurses, but I am for it because it's best alternative so far. Hopefully, the government comes up with a much better one in the near

  10. Is an Associate's degree a waste of time?

    amygarside replied to grantchatt's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    If you are financially capable, you should take the BSN program. It may be a 4 year program, but it's worth

  11. Rejection Galore

    amygarside replied to CP1983's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Perhaps you can try doing work-at-home jobs. Working as a medical transcriptionist or in telehealth can probably help you financially while you are complete your BSN degree or while you wait for a job...

  12. Night Shift For Newbies

    amygarside replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I have a love and hate relationship with night shift. I like it because there's less people and noise. The thing I dont like about it is how it ruins my diet. When I work night shift, I tend to drink...

  13. A Child Can Change Everything

    amygarside replied to Takdbrown's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you for sharing with us your experience. God bless you, your son and your

  14. Feeling intimidated? Don't give up! Grades aren't everything!

    amygarside replied to lady_leatherneck's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thanks for this piece. This is a wonderful article and an inspiring one! Good luck on all your future

  15. Education - The Beginning

    amygarside replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I agree. With so many changes and developments happening in the field of medicine and healthcare, nurses should always be up to date. Education is not only limited to taking up nursing bridge program...

  16. Attempting to Return to Work After Six Years

    amygarside replied to CathyRN06's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I have the same advice as the other nurses' comments above. I really hope you find a job that you like. Good luck on your future interviews!

  17. Homecare Nurses

    amygarside replied to nursemartin00's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You definitely need to talk with your agency about it. You need to take care of your patient and you can't possibly do that without a light. The patient's family should also be aware of the...

  18. rn to bsn online 12 months

    amygarside replied to bigdaddy2011's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Check out Distance Learning Systems. They offer the kind of course you're looking for. Good

  19. Patient with the bowel problem...

    amygarside replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    This thread just made me laugh so hard. It brought back sooo many (bitter)

  20. Wet Hair Don't Care?

    amygarside replied to 2BRN123's topic in General Students

    Whether your hair is damp or not, I think it's always encouraged to put your hair in a bun so as to look professional, especially if it's

  21. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    amygarside replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That is so funny and SO true!

  22. Everyone wants to be a nurse...

    amygarside replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    It's a combination of both. People find it rewarding to have a job that allows them to help people. It also doesn't hurt to be able to earn from one's chosen profession. The most important thing in...

  23. Once upon a time, we were new to nursing.

    amygarside replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I remember having very little confidence in myself during my first few months as a nurse. It was a good thing that I had great support from my coworkers who eventually helped me believe in my skills...

  24. How many hours should you be working?

    amygarside replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I work 40 hours a week and I'm okay with that. Anything beyond 40 hours is

  25. Are you feeling overwhelmed with work?

    amygarside replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I take deep breaths to relax a bit. If it doesn't work, I go to the bathroom, take more deep breaths and remind myself why I chose to be a nurse! Last week, I watched a documentary called "Jiro...