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Nursing Scrubs: The Material Makes A Difference

proud nurse replied to TheCommuter's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

I think I'm addicted to scrub shopping. My favorite are the Cherokee flare leg pants with half elastic in the back with a
Asked to start a new graduate discussion group

proud nurse replied to mikala3's topic in General Nursing

I agree. If I were a group discussion leader, I guess I would start out asking the group what they would like it to be. What do they want to get from this instead of the topics being chosen already....
I was in a joke-sharing mood/"2 cute babies"

proud nurse replied to abiklags's topic in Nursing Humor

Yes that is cute. Here I sit, totally unaware of the obvious. This isn't a nursing joke, but one of my little old men patients at the nursing home told it to me a few years ago. Again, I was unaware...
Should I bring treats on my last day of work?

proud nurse replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

In July, I left a job I had been working at for over 6 years. Only a few people knew I was leaving, but only my DON knew the date. Anyway, there were no treats. I left the job on good terms, but I...
Psychiatric nursing... do you really lose all your nursing skills?

proud nurse replied to lilmoongoddess's topic in Psychiatric

My friend just got hired at the mental health complex, and she also feels that she will lose her skills. Many nurses I know who work at the complex said they really don't do anything (hands-on...
Need advice- 9 month temp position

proud nurse posted a topic in General Nursing

I was hired for a 9 month position, mainly to help staff while the hospital rolls out its new computerized charting system. I'm still going through the full 10 week orientation, not to mention the...
First day of Nursing School..

proud nurse replied to dsf43's topic in General Students

I'm glad you had a good first day. That enthusiam mixed with hard work will take you a long
Need advice- 9 month temp position

proud nurse replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

Oh saucony, I hope so!! I'll be competing for a job with the other nurses that they've invested in just the same. Alot of them in general orientation have already said they'll worry about that when...
Do you write a thank you?

proud nurse replied to Vtachy1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

I would write a note thanking the interviewer for their time. IMO, it's just proper etiquette especially if you've decided to accept the job
Need advice- 9 month temp position

proud nurse replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

Great advice, thank you. I can do anything for 9
Why are Nurses so mean to each other?

proud nurse replied to Dixon, future NP's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

I used to be part of a stay at home mom online community. I found that during the summer or when the kids were out on breaks, the moms were extremely harsh and judgmental. I don't know why, but it was...
Warning to us ALL!!

proud nurse replied to GitanoRN's topic in Nursing Humor

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Quitting during Orientation!!?? Help!!

proud nurse replied to Roskarin's topic in Nursing Career

I agree with the others. I can't see them keeping you on to continue orientating you for a job you don't want to be there to
done with orientation...gift for my preceptor

proud nurse replied to lrc1203's topic in General Nursing

I love this idea! When my orientation is over I will have had 4 different preceptors. I don't intend on giving 4 gifts, but a note of thanks seems very appropriate and economical. I think a gift is...
7p-7a Six nights a pay period VS. 23-07 Nine nights a pay period

proud nurse replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

Sometimes when I worked 8 hours, I wasn't tired and felt like I could go for another 2 or 3 hours. My philosophy has always been I'd rather work more hours in less days. I'm still adjusting to the...
First month off orientation...reflections..

proud nurse replied to Damask's topic in First Year After Licensure

I'm only into my 2nd week of orientation. I haven't cried yet. I had a parent ask my preceptor if I was new, and my preceptor said "she's new to this hospital." I really appreciated that, but I...
Funniest Things Doctors say!

proud nurse replied to RNdiva505's topic in Nursing Humor

It was a slow afternoon in urgent care. I asked one of the docs if he could look at my foot ( I had a corn). He offered to whittle it down with a scalpel, and suggested we go into the treatment room...
A question to nurses with children

proud nurse replied to taramade's topic in General Nursing

The only holiday I cared about working was Christmas. The others I could deal with, and my family understood. I could usually find someone who wanted to party on New Years eve/day that was willing...
Change of shift report - advice wanted

proud nurse posted a topic in General Nursing

I'm starting orientation at what seems to be my dream job and I really want to make this work. I'm a brand new RN, with 11 years of LPN experience. I recently resigned from my LTC LPN charge nurse...
Change of shift report - advice wanted

proud nurse replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

Thank you!!! I like your suggestion about adding in the family info. That's really important when working at a children's
What kind of watch do you wear?

proud nurse replied to NellieOlsen's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

I have a white one with a rubber band, big face, a second hand, colorful numbers and glows in the dark. I wipe it down with a bleach wipe everyday I get to work and when I go home. I bought it at...
Study Groups: Help or Nuisance?

proud nurse replied to MrsCuoco's topic in LPN, LVN Students

I tried study groups, they didn't work for me at all. I'd get confused when someone heard something different than what I heard or had in my notes. And I didn't care for the gossip and having to...
Change of shift report - advice wanted

proud nurse replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

Thanks for your input. I'm gonna make a cheat sheet for myself combining info from both of your suggestions and see how that goes. I'm really excited about this job...I hope it's the one I retire...
Cheating in Pre-Reqs

proud nurse replied to xxyyzz's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

I would be tempted to tell, but I probably wouldn't. I'd focus on myself and just try to make it out of that class with a decent grade. I agree, the nclex will catch her in the end. Maybe she won't...
Things that gross you out..

proud nurse replied to vintage_RN's topic in General Students

I cannot handle phlegm. I hate when I'm walking and I see someone's fresh loogie on the ground, still wet and shiny. So I pretty much hate suction cannisters and trachs as

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