NightNerd

NightNerd MSN, RN

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  1. If you could go back and tell your new grad self one thing, what would it be?

    NightNerd replied to hyena's topic in General Nursing

    It's not going to feel like you know what you're doing for a while - and there may be a little bit of that with every new job you start. That doesn't mean you're a bad nurse. It's a 24 hour job,...

  2. Do you ever get disappointed when certain nurses call in?

    NightNerd replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Or when someone you like working with is there but gets pulled to another unit or area. Such a

  3. What's your most ridiculous supply shortage?

    NightNerd replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Isolation gowns. Reusable, disposable, whatever. My hospital uses reusable ones and they just aren't being laundered fast enough to keep

  4. Dear Nurse That wanted to know if pt had a bm... (venting)

    NightNerd replied to CardiTeleRN's topic in General Nursing

    This thread has been so validating to read. I've been giving report to this nurse in my unit all weekend and no matter how much "homework" I do, there is some question out of left field I didn't...

  5. Done with nursing

    NightNerd replied to Rox0978's topic in General Nursing

    I think about this every single day. No words of wisdom here, but I hear you. I would love hear what others have moved on

  6. Best Shoes for Nursing

    NightNerd replied to curlygirl898's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I did find a Dansko clog that has a lower heel and is a little more flexible than the others (I think it's called the Nora). I like it much more than other Dansko clogs; as a previous poster said, I...

  7. Does your employer give you hell for calling in sick?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    What I'm saying is that I understand why OP got pushback for calling out for symptoms they didn't actually even have. In the OP's original post, they specifically say that they didn't have symptoms...

  8. Does your employer give you hell for calling in sick?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    If I read correctly, OP was not having those symptoms, other than the sore arm, which can be addressed with OTC pain medication. I absolutely agree, no one should force themselves to work through the...

  9. I’m STRUGGLING with report

    NightNerd replied to Nyah Nicole's topic in General Nursing

    +1 to everything @JBMmom said. There are people who will ask question after question (I just met that person on my new unit, so I feel your pain, OP), and part of the challenge is knowing what's...

  10. Is it wrong to ask for a raise?

    NightNerd replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    1) What happens on weekends or holidays when management traditionally isn't in the building? That is what would have to happen on Fridays if you wanted to take one off. That is why I'm asking if these...

  11. Is it wrong to ask for a raise?

    NightNerd replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    1) Are those changed requirements real, or is this what you are anticipating? 2) If you ask for a raise and are denied, what's your next

  12. Holiday Plans this Year vs Last Year?

    NightNerd replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    We just moved out of state from our families, so things may be quite different this year! My boyfriend and I are heading home for Thanksgiving, and our families will be sharing the holiday meal...

  13. Annual Learning Modules

    NightNerd replied to lilbit_23's topic in General Nursing

    Nope nope nope. No working for free. I just try to knock them out one or two at a time (easier said than done, I know). If it's getting close to deadline I may stay late a couple shifts to finish them...

  14. Where do you stand on "Nurses don't get paid enough"?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    This, but minus the typos.

  15. Where do you stand on "Nurses don't get paid enough"?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    I am happy with the money I'm making as a nurse, but furthermore, a raise wouldn't fix the biggest problems I have with this career. Don't throw more money at me to come in extra and continue to work...

  16. Does your employer give you hell for calling in sick?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with everyone above - never volunteer a reason! It can be tricky with COVID now and having to screen for symptoms, but if pressed I just say it's not COVID related. Most places I've worked are...

  17. Opinions on Employee of the Month

    NightNerd replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    The places where I felt the most recognized would give kudos to people who did exceptional work each day and night, usually announced during huddle at shift change. The same effect was achieved when...

  18. How much quiet do you need?

    NightNerd posted a topic in General Nursing

    After you've been at work for 12+ hours, do you *need* some quiet time to recover right away? If so, do you actually get any? We were talking at work yesterday about this, and it dawned on me...

  19. How do you know when you've found your niche? Unhappy with nursing in general

    NightNerd replied to pinkdoves's topic in General Nursing

    The best nursing job I've ever seen was a community heath nurse who did home visits with at-risk new moms and babies. She worked for the county and ensured that babies were meeting milestones,...

  20. How much quiet do you need?

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    YAAAAASSSSSSS. LOL, that's *exactly* my dream recovery day; no expectations, no responsibilities, just me chilling in a room by myself with snacks, books, and Brick

  21. Burned Out?

    NightNerd replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    Clinicals have gotten less and less effective in preparing student nurses for what to expect, in my opinion. I feel like I had a decent idea of what to expect due to working in a healthcare...

  22. How much quiet do you need?

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    @ladedah1 exactly! After a 12-hour shift of being everything to everyone, even the most innocuous request threatens to push me over the edge. For me, though I certainly have my grumpy moments,...

  23. How much quiet do you need?

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I'm not complaining about him! Sorry if that's how this came across. Yeah, we've definitely talked (and laughed) about our differences in this area, especially now that he's working from home most...

  24. How much quiet do you need?

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    That is too funny; when I worked night shift, I was often happy to go out to breakfast with coworkers after a shift. I've been on day shift for two years now and am WIPED afterward; no happy hour for...

  25. Do you get annoyed when people ask you about your job outside of work?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I'm pretty lucky, because I feel like my family and friends have made it a point *not* to ask how it's going as a nurse these days. The most people have done is essentially wish me luck and...