Clementia

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  1. Nurses with Tattoos and Piercings

    Clementia replied to CMALynzer's topic in General Nursing

    I know this is an old thread, but I still wish to vent my irk. Thinking that tattoos look unprofessional does not constitute a "judgment". It constitutes an opinion. Judgmentalism would be deeming...

  2. Nurse managers-Do you think tattoos look professional?

    Clementia replied to Blackcat99's topic in Nurse Management

    I don't see that it's so discriminatory to ask that tattoos be covered up at work. Yes, all of us have the right to express our personalities, and some of us choose to do it by means of tattoos and...

  3. never been screamed at like this before :(

    Clementia replied to mmc51264's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Some people are just mean. They're mad about not being able to control their lives anymore and they take it out on you. Try not to take it personally. I know it's hard not to, but honestly you...

  4. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    Clementia replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    So, as I'm surfing AllNurses, an ad pops up: "Find Difficult Patients on E-Bay." No thanks. I routinely get them for

  5. Getting a Boost Because You Are A Minority

    Clementia replied to Clodhopper's topic in Men in Nursing

    To the previous poster who discounted a post based on the profile picture attached: What a beautiful ad hominem attack. Is this supposed to be a joke, or are you seriously stating that someone's...

  6. What is one to do feeling like this?

    Clementia replied to gloryfied's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I've worked nights for five years. Granted, I only ever worked 3 nights a week (12-hour shifts) which does leave you a little more time to have a life. I know it's really hard, especially the first...

  7. Funny & Cute Things Our Demented Patients Say

    Clementia replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    One night two aides and I were struggling to change the brief of a very demented patient. He was little for an old man, but fought us all the way. As we finally managed to get him clean and dry, he...

  8. Dear new grad...

    Clementia replied to smurfynursey's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As a new grad, I swore I'd never work nights, and I wasn't all that interested in any field that wasn't obstetrics. I ended up taking the first job I was offered -- orthopedics, straight nights....

  9. Night Shift For Newbies

    Clementia replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked 12-hour nights for six years. I like the (relative) peace and quiet -- no doctors, no discharges, very few family members, admissions only occasionally, and no managers. Also, I work a...

  10. Time to throw in the towel...

    Clementia replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Good for you. Congrats on getting out of bedside nursing. It's got its high points, but it is an awfully draining profession. I hope your new career path works out well for

  11. Favourite Doctor Moments

    Clementia replied to NO50FRANNY's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This is a neat thread! I have two stories: Story #1 -- I was caring for a somewhat anxious patient who had had a scan earlier in the day and been informed that it showed the remains of an old molar...

  12. Sometimes it's hard to tell a drug seeker from a patient in pain.

    Clementia replied to tiroka03's topic in General Nursing

    First off, sorry if I sound bitter. But drug seekers are one of the major reasons I'm burned out. Compassion and non-judgmentalism are all great things, and of course, if someone has genuine pain I'll...

  13. Would you marry a Doctor?

    Clementia replied to fleurafor's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't think I'd marry a doctor. I've met some who were very nice and some who were pains in the neck -- but I don't think they're all arrogant jerks. It's just that I wouldn't want the stress of...

  14. Would you become an RN again if you had the choice?

    Clementia replied to eminthesr's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    No, absolutely not. I can't wait for the day when I quit the profession for good. It just doesn't fit me very well. Given the chance to do things over again, I would get a degree in philosophy or...

  15. Anyone had serious doubts...about nursing and about self?

    Clementia replied to zephyr9's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I know that's what the book says -- that EVERYTHING is our responsibility as nurses. Well, in the real world, it isn't. You do what you can realistically do, and let the rest go. It sounds mean,...

  16. Anyone had serious doubts...about nursing and about self?

    Clementia replied to zephyr9's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Hi, I've been a nurse for six years. Like you, I'm an introvert's introvert, and I also connect nursing strongly with religious feelings. My doubts about nursing didn't come in school, but after I'd...

  17. Common nicknames for hospital items.

    Clementia replied to LifesAJourney's topic in Nursing Humor

    "Moon boots" for sequential compression

  18. Think I need profesisonal help

    Clementia replied to MomRN0913's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Do get professional help, and get it as soon as possible. Believe me, if you ignore how you're feeling, things will just continue to get worse. I know a little bit about what you're going through;...

  19. Working night shift, difficulty sleeping during the day!

    Clementia replied to gloryfied's topic in Health, Stress Management

    A hot shower really helps. So does a hot cup of cocoa, and taking half an hour to unwind after walking in the door. Of course, there are always those days when you just can't get decent sleep. I...

  20. Is dating or flirting with an another nurse or patient is acceptable?

    Clementia replied to Beautifulvirgo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I know some folks have met their significant others/spouses at work, but frankly I would never even consider dating a co-worker. Too much could happen, especially if it ended up not working out. At my...

  21. When will people learn NOT to say the "Q" word...

    Clementia replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've said "quiet" a lot, working my night shift, and seldom does it seem to cause disaster. I really don't see how saying a word could cause everything to hit the fan anyway. I do wonder about the...

  22. Decompress?? what works?

    Clementia replied to martymoose's topic in Health, Stress Management

    This sounds awfully drastic, I suppose, but have you thought about cutting back your hours? I know it's really tough, given the current economic situation, but to me you sound pretty burnt out. I...

  23. transitioning to nights, need advice

    Clementia replied to rehab.rocks's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I've been a night nurse for six years, working 12-hour shifts. Here's how I adapt: 1) I try to work all my nights for the week in one chunk, so I'm not swinging back and forth from nights to days too...

  24. Need input from NIGHT SHIFT nurses

    Clementia replied to meanmaryjean's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My unit manager has staff meetings scheduled at 0730 and at 1530, which is really nice for us night staff. She also makes sure that night shift gets its fair share of treats (sometimes even ordering...

  25. Am I in the wrong job?

    Clementia replied to Denise81's topic in Nursing Career

    Denise81, I hear what you're saying about dreading going to work. Speaking as someone who's been burned out, I would suggest taking a good hard look at your life -- before things get really bad....