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  1. Nurses smoking e cigs at the station?

    wellcoachRN replied to richardgecko's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    The facility that I work for moved from smoke free to nicotine free several years ago. We have a clear no e-cig policy. I do remember nurses telling me over the years that the nurses used to be...

  2. Advice for a stuttering nurse

    wellcoachRN replied to zz00zz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just for clarification, a vocal/voice coach is different from a speech therapist as they will give you exercises to overcome anxiety. They often work with actors with stage fright. I worked with an...

  3. Failed out of BSN Program, What Now?

    wellcoachRN replied to JB131's topic in General Students

    I think now is the time for your son to start to take 100% responsibility for his life and find out what he wants to do. Does he love nursing or is he perusing it because he thinks he "should"? Most...

  4. Advice for a stuttering nurse

    wellcoachRN replied to zz00zz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    A voice/vocal coach could also give you wonderful techniques that would help you. They generally are not that expensive. To find a good one, contact a local actors group or speakers bureau. Wishing...

  5. My coworker is stealing

    wellcoachRN replied to anonomous's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am certain that management would eventually take notice. One hospital I worked for took care of the problem by creating a time management for nurses class for nurses who had this problem. I never...

  6. Calling in sick

    wellcoachRN replied to FutureResearchRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    When you are sick the best thing to do is take care of yourself early so that it doesn't snowball into something worse. You will also be protecting your patients and coworkers. Working night shift...

  7. need help - no enthusiasm to finish nursing school

    wellcoachRN replied to karlsbad's topic in General Students

    I once heard "your purpose is your passion". If you couldn't do nursing, what would you want to do? If you are questioning continuing on the nursing path, at least explore a few others. You may...

  8. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    wellcoachRN replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    TOS is Top of Scale. Sorry for the confusion! I also forgot to add the wear and tear on my

  9. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    wellcoachRN replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    My decision to leave the bedside included all of the above in addition to the hours. Years ago, I received great advice to always have a backup plan for when you hit TOS when there is a nursing...

  10. Scared of not finding a job.

    wellcoachRN replied to richardgecko's topic in First Year After Licensure

    One of the most important lesson I have learned is that your life is going to go on. You can choose to live your life in fear or in trust. You only need one job. Have someone you trust go over your...

  11. Would you ever ask another nurse to give your pt a suppository?

    wellcoachRN replied to iluvgusgus's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would not have been offended since it is most likely in the best interest of the patient. However, I do take issues with the nurses in the past who "helped me out" by giving the patient a...

  12. Exercise for night shift.

    wellcoachRN replied to jar312's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You have to find out what works got you. I found that working out before going to work helped me. I found that I didn't sleep as well after I worked out. I also had a better workout after I slept. I...

  13. Had to code my best friends husband

    wellcoachRN replied to wannabeagreatRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I am so sorry that you had to go through this. I highly recommend contacting your EAP to see if you can get a few counseling sessions to help you through your grief. The other thing I want you to know...

  14. What do you do to stay positive?

    wellcoachRN replied to tuxedopenguino's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Years ago I took a 2 year contract at a facility I found to be exceptionally toxic. One of the important lessons I learned was that I did not have to "absorb" my coworker's bad mood. It helped me to...

  15. med-surg RN desperately wanting into ICU

    wellcoachRN replied to megRNn's topic in Critical Care

    I encourage you to tap into your education department offerings. Start taking an EKG class then see if you can take ACLS. Lippincott has a lot of great easy to understand books on critical care...

  16. TOO SHY!

    wellcoachRN replied to polkadotti's topic in General Students

    The good news is being an introvert has many positive qualities. There is an amazing book entitled "Quiet:The Power of Introvert in a World That Can't Stop Talking". It will help you to se and...

  17. I'm burned out...what to do...

    wellcoachRN replied to KC34's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I am glad that you taking proactive steps to do something that you love! A few years back, I attended an essential oils class with a botanist. She was amazing and had a very profitable side business...

  18. I'm burnt ....

    wellcoachRN replied to jlynn167's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree with the advice on the breaks. Also consider rewarding yourself for doing x amount of studying. Wishing you great

  19. Scheduled Food Delivery to Nurses. Thoughts?

    wellcoachRN replied to Sanders4069's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    I used to work at a hospital that allowed an outside vendor who happened to be a nurse who left nursing to come in with a food cart and offer fresh soups and paninis, wraps, oatmeal, coffee and...

  20. Overwhelmed new nurse, ready to call it quits!

    wellcoachRN replied to mon00707's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Being a new grad is stressful, so please give yourself time to adjust to your new job. We have all been in your shoes. It is so important to separate nursing from your time off. Create a stress...

  21. Afraid to kill a patient

    wellcoachRN replied to ward81's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    When I was a newbie nurse, I had the same fears as you. As for the fear of causing harm to a patient, I would advise you that knowledge is your biggest ally. If you don't know something, look it up or...

  22. Sheath Pulls

    wellcoachRN replied to jackpp's topic in Critical Care

    I have worked in several hospitals as well as two cath labs and each handled this situation differently. The sheath pulls generally did not go to the cardiac step down unit with the exception that...

  23. How can I utilize my Certified CPR/BLS Instructor status?

    wellcoachRN replied to newtress's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    A option that you may be able to pursue is contacting local business and offering classes. Also, offering community classes at local colleges and schools for teachers would also be another option....

  24. Clinical bad day?!?!

    wellcoachRN replied to bmt0630's topic in General Students

    I am sorry that you were put in that position. I would advise having a discussion with your clinical instructor. Do not ever feel bad about asking questions, you are in nursing school to learn. Even...

  25. 2nd Try NCLEX RN

    wellcoachRN replied to feofeo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    One of my instructors was a Kaplan prep instructor who told my class the number one piece of advice is to do a few mock tests consisting of 250-300 question sessions. She said the number one reason...