CJ NV

CJ NV

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  1. Losing a friend ♥.

    CJ NV posted a topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Such an emotional time.It's a friend's funeral tomorrow.She wasn't just a friend but also a co worker,a fellow nurse who I worked with for so many years.Rest in peace....Events like this triggered a...

  2. Losing a friend ♥.

    CJ NV replied to CJ NV's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Funeral Outlets Coming to a Mall Near You «

  3. Has anyone ever look down on you because you are a nurse

    CJ NV replied to dulcet's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I had an experience like that a long time ago when I was new to the profession.I meet this guy who was making fun of me.He just doesn't know what a nurses job really is all about till he was in a life...

  4. I'm not answering call lights

    CJ NV replied to imintrouble's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The only concern about not answering a call light in a timely manner is we might miss the opportunity to an initial assessment should someone find our patient with shortness of breath and difficulty...

  5. Are they still giving out incentives for nurses?

    CJ NV replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    There was no incentives offered during my time in the 90's.I remembered in 2004 our hospital was offering $5 k sign on and $ 5 k referrals.My hubby can't believe I called up almost everyone on my list...

  6. Confucius Say.....

    CJ NV replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Nursing Humor

    And I say...The impatient ones will get nothing,patient ones will get

  7. Visitor filming during code

    CJ NV replied to Lev's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Usually the security dept.responds to codes as well to clear out the room and hallways from families and visitors.I guess it differs from hospitals to

  8. Don't post your personal info in threads!!

    CJ NV replied to RunBabyRN's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    It's really a privacy issue and with the rising cyber identity thief,hackers and spammers,it's always a

  9. Retire in the Philippines...

    CJ NV replied to CJ NV's topic in Philippines

    Thanks Mr.Daly City RN for your comments.It's so enlightening.At first I didn't think of it that way but as I kept on reading your post,I finally realized the important point I'm missing.All I kept...

  10. Retire in the Philippines...

    CJ NV posted a topic in Philippines

    I just want to know what do nurses do after they retire from the profession in the Philippines.There's not many nurses I can ask since most of them are not retired yet as far as I know.Considering my...

  11. wow...this is my JOB!

    CJ NV replied to Umberlee's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is such a multi tasking profession which most of us don't mind as long as our patients remain safe,we know our limits and the hospital policy allow us to do so.It's amazing what a nurse can do...

  12. Ugghhh, another new nurse...

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I appreciated everyone's feedback on my comments... My quote..."Really,don't bribe me"...:) This is really what it meant...The above comment was just in "my head,kept to myself ",and I really...

  13. Losing a friend ♥.

    CJ NV replied to CJ NV's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Thank you for your comment and links...It was a solemn memorial service in church today.Most day shift nurses were there,a few evenings and night shift,her family and friends.So nice to see old co...

  14. Ugghhh, another new nurse...

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    While doing preceptor on a new nurse she said to me."I really want to be like you when I'm done with orientation.It's an honor to follow your footsteps."...Really,don't bribe

  15. I notice nice veins!

    CJ NV replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Going for the antecubital vein is my preferable

  16. Feeling so guilty calling off sick

    CJ NV replied to mclennan's topic in General Nursing

    Feeling guilty is a normal reaction.In my opinion,I will feel more guilty if I come to work sick and spreading the flu virus to my co workers,staff and most especially the vulnerable

  17. high school student... choosing a course

    CJ NV replied to jhon niño's topic in Philippines

    http://www.finduniversity.ph/majors/bs-in-nursing-philippines/ If you're in the Philippines,I'm sharing you the link that might help you answer some of your questions about B.S.in

  18. Good Excuses for Missing Work

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    "I don't feel good.I'm having palpitation and sweaty"..Called in 2 hrs.before my night shift starts.It was a cold winter time,I must have covered myself with too much blankets and the heater was on.Or...

  19. Not a people person... (Yikes!)

    CJ NV replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I think it's an acquired skill to become a people person especially in nursing.Constantly dealing with people,interest in teaching and educating patients and their families,dealing with co workers and...

  20. Australian Nurses in the Philippines

    CJ NV replied to Stephen Farrington's topic in International Nursing

    Mr.Steve,don't be discouraged.If that's what you really want to do,I'm sure you'll achieve your goals especially with your credentials.Remember an old true saying,"Where there is a will,there is a...

  21. Australian Nurses in the Philippines

    CJ NV replied to Stephen Farrington's topic in International Nursing

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-18575810 I just wanted to share this link with you. I really don't want to discourage you,that is a great mission to help the Filipino people.There are thousands...

  22. January 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Now,this is what we called."It's better to give than to

  23. January 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    The worst gift I've ever received in my lifetime."Nursing school

  24. I was fired by an MA at orthopedic clinic

    CJ NV replied to srmann's topic in General Nursing

    That's a sad situation.I heard a lot of horror stories about MA's dominating our clinics.They can always make trouble for the RNs especially if they have worked there for a long time.I was going to...

  25. Tired, Burned Out, and Broke...

    CJ NV replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    I was only 17 yrs old then.I had so many mixed emotions on the very first day of school.I was very excited yet scared,happy yet felt helpless,tired and feeling drained from all the classes I have to...