NightNerd

NightNerd MSN, RN

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  1. Hate night shifts

    NightNerd replied to RN&RDH's topic in General Nursing

    There are day shift jobs out there - maybe not a ton, depending on where you are, but some. If you are truly miserable, apply. HOWEVER, it's only been six months, and there is probably more you can do...

  2. If not nursing then what?

    NightNerd replied to SheriffLauren's topic in General Nursing

    Marine biology for me. That's always what my mind drifts to when I'm questioning my life choices during terrible shifts. I also think I'd be quite the good professional organizer. I love putting...

  3. Vacation time

    NightNerd replied to Newnursejm's topic in General Nursing

    I guess everywhere is different, but no vacation for a year? Sounds excessive. It has typically been 3-6 months where I have worked. Seeme crazy to ask people to get through the first year of this...

  4. Benefits of a BSN?

    NightNerd replied to Sheika34's topic in First Year After Licensure

    *accelerated, not accredited (although I guess it was that

  5. Benefits of a BSN?

    NightNerd replied to Sheika34's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most of what I know, I feel like I learned on the job. Not that nursing school wasn't valuable, obviously, but there's not much opportunity to repeat and really cement your skills and critical...

  6. Break up during school

    NightNerd replied to Nicoleashley's topic in General Students

    The details were different, but my ex and I parted after a tumultuous relationship when I was in my second semester of nursing school. I don't know how I didn't totally lose it, but I got through my...

  7. Holiday proposal

    NightNerd replied to Eagleschamp52's topic in General Nursing

    Our holiday system sucks too. There has always been one person who votes against any change that would make things easier (someone decided it needs to be unanimous to change the current system). We...

  8. Debriefing after difficult situations (in psych)

    NightNerd posted a topic in General Nursing

    Curious about others' experiences and thoughts on this. In the psych setting, how often do you get the opportunity to debrief with your team after handling stressful events, difficult patients, etc.?...

  9. Need advice on helping your own family let go

    NightNerd replied to sunflower3,RPN's topic in General Nursing

    It's frustrating when family seeks your expertise but doesn't use what you offer them. It sounds like you are being very patient with them and giving them all the information to make good decisions,...

  10. What do you do on weekends off?

    NightNerd replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    Weekends off are all over the place, but this one has been quality. I went to a conference Friday and Saturday and learned all kinds of neat stuff, which was fun, then got home last night and took an...

  11. Dealing with rude pt.

    NightNerd replied to Wildflowerlvn's topic in General Nursing

    Patients like that should be rotated anyway. Usually it is not a personal thing, they are just generally miserable and take it out on anyone and everyone. Knowing that (or at least believing it to be...

  12. Prefer being up all night even when not working?

    NightNerd replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm about to do this right now! LOVE having the grocery store (or diner, or gym, or whatever) to myself. I do feel like night shift has made me a bit agoraphobic. I was always an introvert, but I...

  13. Prefer being up all night even when not working?

    NightNerd replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Night shift taught me how much of a night owl I really am. I'm amazed at how much more productive I am at night, whether at work or at home. Fortunately my boyfriend is also a night owl, so it's...

  14. What's the nicest compliment you've gotten as a nurse?

    NightNerd replied to NurseNinja1990's topic in General Nursing

    Had a younger patient who abused opiates and alcohol, withdrawing, was in the hospital with SI, just admitted to my unit. I was trying to complete his admission when all hell broke loose on the other...

  15. School Shootings

    NightNerd replied to OldDude's topic in General Nursing

    I wish I could like this a thousand

  16. What would you do in my situation?

    NightNerd replied to tinybbynurse's topic in General Nursing

    If you're genuinely sick, you kind of have to call out. Get a doctor's note if required by your employer and if you think you'll need to present one. It sucks, but it's not your fault if you are sick...

  17. 10 Ways Nurse Leaders Can Make Work Enjoyable for Staff

    NightNerd replied to Melissa Mills's topic in General Nursing

    I actually do like 5 and 7. It means a lot to know that my manager sees my contributions, even (especially?) when the recognition is cheesy. It is also really nice to be seen as a whole human being...

  18. Safety with dangerous pts

    NightNerd replied to Hazelgirl_06's topic in General Nursing

    It's very rare, but our hospital has assigned security sitters in the past; otherwise the patient may be ordered a homicidal or a behavioral sitter, depending on the severity of the

  19. Nurses' Week - Upended.

    NightNerd replied to evilolive07's topic in General Nursing

    The greatest gift would be administration and management actually being tuned in to the challenges of our work and the qualities that help us do it, and then expressing genuine respect and...

  20. What are your Thoughts on Bedside Reporting?

    NightNerd replied to Phoenix16, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like bedside report is overrated for a few reasons, but in this case it sounds like rooming patients together is also a big problem. I will usually do report in the hallway outside of the room,...

  21. Can nurses live comfortably?

    NightNerd replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Nursing

    Look up salaries in your area for the kind of position you're aiming for. Make a budget, including cost of living, emergency fund, savings, irregular expenses, hobbies, etc. Compare the two. We can...

  22. Can nurses live a luxurious life?

    NightNerd replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in General Nursing

    I LOLed at "luxurious." Can I get a definition, please? While I'm not one to care about having "nice" things, per se, I do like to have some quality in my life for the things that matter. As a nurse,...

  23. Dealing with Stress at Work

    NightNerd replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Haha the food definitely isn't the best coping mechanism. I'm way too prone to go for sugary treats when stressed out, even though by now I've learned that it doesn't feel good afterward. Not ready to...

  24. Dealing with Stress at Work

    NightNerd replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    My work BFF and I tend to eat our feelings to cope. Usually by 2100 during a messed-up shift we will look at the other and know to bring out the takeout menus. Also, I chew a LOT of gum while...

  25. Catheter insertion newbie

    NightNerd replied to cathmandu's topic in General Nursing

    It's not a super pleasant procedure, but I look at it like, retaining urine isn't all that fun either, so... Basically it just helps to know that it will bring the patient more relief in the long run,...