NightNerd

NightNerd MSN, RN

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  1. Four 12s in a row?!?! ??

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Right?! And it isn't even a lie - getting out of bed that third morning is physically and spiritually

  2. How important is it to have a job in the medical field while in nursing school?

    NightNerd replied to Anatomy Jane's topic in General Nursing

    It's helpful but not necessary. If they accommodate your school schedule, I say roll with

  3. Four 12s in a row?!?! ??

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Gotta love those conveniently scheduled meetings turning a 12 into a 13.5! Or classes that start at 11 am between shifts...? I miss nights a lot of the time, but that's one thing I'm doing okay...

  4. Four 12s in a row?!?! ??

    NightNerd replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    I wish, it's arranged so there's not a cent of overtime (two shifts are over a weekend)! I do find that if I get a group of patients I mesh with, three in a row isn't too awful - but definitely still...

  5. Managers, Nurses and Delegation: Who Has Authority?

    NightNerd replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I hear what you're saying about needing to make sure your tasks are done - but if my manager comes to me asking what I need help with and implies they have time to do it, I hope they'll help with what...

  6. Mandatory Staff Pictures In Patient Rooms

    NightNerd replied to ClassOf2004's topic in General Nursing

    I would be super unhappy with this too - but then, I was also unhappy when they handed me a blown-up copy of my HORRIFIC badge picture a couple weeks ago to wear into the rooms. What is the rationale...

  7. OK, what are you supposed to be doing instead of being in here?

    NightNerd replied to JBudd's topic in General Nursing

    Lordy I hope you're right! ? I'm finally packed and ready for

  8. OK, what are you supposed to be doing instead of being in here?

    NightNerd replied to JBudd's topic in General Nursing

    I should be writing learning objectives for my MSN practicum, and I just can't bring myself to do it. I'll happily write papers and discussion boards until I drop, but for some reason this particular...

  9. Nurses make me sick

    NightNerd replied to DUDERNGUY's topic in General Nursing

    They took the expression of their feelings out of work and onto the internet. It's not a choice most of us make, but it is a choice that was made with purpose, whether to simply release emotions into...

  10. Nurses make me sick

    NightNerd replied to DUDERNGUY's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know that stoicism OR quick emotional reactions show emotional intelligence. I always figured EI meant being aware of your emotions, knowing what prompted them, and remaining in control of...

  11. So Sick Of Rudeness At Work

    NightNerd replied to missnursingstudent19's topic in General Nursing

    I would have had to laugh at the doctor not liking to be paged. Like, sorry, I don't exactly love getting in touch with you either, but here we are. ?‍♀️ (Wouldn't have said that to his or her...

  12. Got The Vaccine! Share Your Experience

    NightNerd replied to Nurse SMS's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Getting my first dose in half an hour! Pretty excited! I usually feel a little yucky after other vaccines, just sore and achy for the most part, so kinda bummed I am working today and tomorrow, but...

  13. New hospital job and school...

    NightNerd replied to Tita22's topic in General Nursing

    If you have the time to give yourself the semester off to adjust to your new job, it's not a terrible idea. However, if you want to keep your momentum going with school through your orientation,...

  14. Family Vs Evening Shift

    NightNerd replied to Newnurse24's topic in General Nursing

    First, congrats on the improved commute! I can only imagine how freeing it is to at least not be in your car all that time! Now, based on your actual question, I agree with the poster above that...

  15. I don't know if I should call out or not r/t snow storm

    NightNerd replied to SoNan's topic in General Nursing

    If you can get to work, get there. As others said, bring an overnight bag in case you get stuck. It sucks, but since you know this storm is on the way, you can prepare for it, get to work safely, and...

  16. Time Management Tips Please

    NightNerd replied to FutRNRock's topic in General Nursing

    What specific tasks do you find yourself struggling to complete? Med passes? Documenting? Dressing changes? Something else? I do not come in early to look up my patients. I clock in on time and...

  17. What is your favorite shift to work?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    I liked my job and my financial situation more when I worked night shift 7p to 7a. I like my personal life more now that I'm doing 7a to 7p. I don't like any of the shifts you mentioned because the...

  18. New grad, first week off orientation.. need some encouragement to get through this week :(

    NightNerd replied to Swirl531's topic in General Nursing

    You got this!! And you called it - many of us have been there before and soon, just like us, you will know it is survivable! It sounds like you've got a great team to work with, so don't worry; even...

  19. Is it wrong to interview for multiple positions?

    NightNerd replied to Lovethenurse2b25's topic in General Nursing

    While it could get your foot in the door to other positions, it's also important to listen to your own internal dialogue about this. You used the word "dangerous" and said it "wasn't a good fit." It's...

  20. Struggling a bit- how to remain optimistic?

    NightNerd replied to AliciaGoose's topic in General Nursing

    When you are used to being on top of your game, it can be hard to accept your own mistakes! What would you say to a friend or coworker who made the mistakes you did? Chances are, you'd be pretty...

  21. Nights to Days

    NightNerd replied to Ioreth's topic in General Nursing

    Days are much steadier and busier, but typically better staffed, both on the unit and across the hospital, so there is (usually) more support. On days, you need to factor in times to deal with...

  22. Which MSN would you go for?

    NightNerd replied to shellfrmmo's topic in General Nursing

    Do you like direct patient care, or do things like running charge, precepting, and generally supporting your team feel better to you? What do you like about the nursing jobs you've had so far? If you...

  23. Job Hopping? Unhappy New Nurse

    NightNerd replied to styles0731's topic in General Nursing

    Any chance you could go back to your last job? If so, I would do that (making sure my eyes were wide open; you left for a reason; you said you miss patient care, but don't forget the downsides...

  24. Is there a way to get my mind of work/nursing when I am not at work?

    NightNerd replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    This takes practice, and in my experience, you need something else to occupy your mind with. It's not very helpful to just keep telling yourself, "Don't think about work!" Think of a few things you...

  25. Devastated over Isolation Precautions Problem

    NightNerd replied to Ioreth's topic in General Nursing

    It's a meme but it's admittedly pretty hard to read the text. His commentary on that show used to crack me