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  1. Burnt out and struggling emotionally

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Oh mom... I feel your pain, I really do. There is a lot of burnout in hospice for the reasons you described above, there is a lot of "stuff" we deal with. I have been a hospice nurse for 3 years, per...

  2. How did retirement changed your life? Was it a dream or a nightmare come true?

    lovinlife11 replied to CJ NV's topic in Retired Nurses

    Hazel.. You are truly an inspiration, I sometimes joke that I will work till I am 100 because I love being a nurse! Best of luck in "true"

  3. URGENT need advice on resident to resident abuse.

    lovinlife11 replied to Vblub01's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    It's abuse, you have a duty and moral obligation to report. If this man is alert and oriented he should realize his wife can't help it, what a

  4. Cant decide which is better shift

    lovinlife11 replied to love2barn's topic in Nursing Career

    There are pros and cons, for sure. I made the same switch you did and would have to think long and hard about going back to 12 hour shifts. Love weekend and holidays off, I used to hate to have to...

  5. Considering Becoming an RN

    lovinlife11 replied to JimboWalls's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with the suggestion of radiology tech. As an introvert you wouldn't have to deal with patients, you would make a respectable income and 3-12's may be a possibility. Respiratory therapy is...

  6. I understand why people go the LPN route

    lovinlife11 replied to downsouthlaff's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Be encouraged by your choices, Lpn route is a solid choice an a good stepping stone if you do decide to go the Rn route. Sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders!! Good luck in nursing...

  7. Frequent flier narc users

    lovinlife11 replied to corky1272RN's topic in Emergency

    Sounds good in theory. I giggled a bit when I read they are "nominated" by staff, like an award. Lol! Anyway, keep us updated, I would also like to know how this turns

  8. Why are the divorce rates among nurses so high?

    lovinlife11 replied to TiffanyLe's topic in General Nursing

    Very insightful blackvans!! I admit I do get a little irritated by women who do everything for their husbands, but I figure that's what works for

  9. Question

    lovinlife11 replied to dialysisnurseLC's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    If the patient slept I would wonder why in the world he needed a continuous care nurse for? Sounds like he was stable, in the hospice realm

  10. ANY Case Managers at United Health?

    lovinlife11 replied to jk82's topic in Case Management

    I can't warn you enough, I read bad reviews before I started working there and took them with a grain of salt and took the job anyway (was desperate to get off night shift and 12 hour shifts), I...

  11. How do I know I am smart enough to become a RN?

    lovinlife11 replied to tkesh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I actually never questioned whether I was smart enough, if you are dedicated enough to your goal it will happen. Some people have to study more some people have to study less. It's all in how...

  12. Helping a patient achieve comfort at end of life is not that easy....

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I think all hospices are run that way. We are the physicians eyes and ears and already know what we want to try when we get orders. Are u using morphine/Ativan combo? Are there learning barriers with...

  13. Help!

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Case Management

    Mom, keep trying. I had interviews with multiple places too before I landed where I am. I saw your posts in the home health forum, you poor thing, sounds like ur rocking a crazy case load. I would...

  14. Disabling feeling of failure- please help!

    lovinlife11 replied to gabriellegoss's topic in General Students

    Gabrielle, nursing school is the most stressful thing you will ever attempt in your life. You're learning to save people's lives. It's clear in your posts that you want to do well and succeed. My best...

  15. Nursing Admission Essay, help please!

    lovinlife11 replied to lilac6's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, I think it's a great essay. Personal, but not too personal. I wish you lots of

  16. Discontinue tube feeding

    lovinlife11 replied to aphillipi's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I have never seen tapering of tube feeds, especially in end of life. Her rationale just doesn't make

  17. ADN or BSN

    lovinlife11 replied to fancyeyes's topic in Case Management

    Med surg or tele for a few years should be sufficient experience. Something where you will see a lot of different diagnosis. I work hospice home care visits on the weekend and an insurance case...

  18. Help!

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Case Management

    My brain works faster than my fingers... Hee Hee!! I really meant united

  19. Help!

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Case Management

    Oh man!! That really sucks!! Have u tried untied healthcare? Not the best company to work for but you can use it as a steppingstone to other things. Plus a lot of their positions are telecommuting,...

  20. Pregnant ED RN--Is this discrimination or is it fair? Please weigh in.

    lovinlife11 replied to sarabear44's topic in Emergency

    I get nervous when pregnant coworkers lift at any gestation, I'm sorry this guy was such a tool. I also agree, take care if yourself and the baby, hospitals certainly aren't too concerned,...

  21. Feel like giving up (rant)

    lovinlife11 replied to yourstrulyjmc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It's a tough job market, hang in there, the right job is out there! If it makes you feel better, I have been a nurse for 6 years, went on an interview for a case management position I er and didn't...

  22. ANY Case Managers at United Health?

    lovinlife11 replied to jk82's topic in Case Management

    Just left a position with them. It was nice working from home, but that's about it. It's a pretty rough company to work for. Something to note too, there is no lateral or upward movement in the...

  23. Things You Didn't Learn in Nursing School

    lovinlife11 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Besides the usual stuff you don't learn in books, being a nurse has taught me the importance of listening to people, it has taught me to soothe the sweet little demented lady who is scared and has no...

  24. Help!

    lovinlife11 replied to MomRN0913's topic in Case Management

    Ugh!! Behavioral questions, I hate them and suck at them too. Hopefully, they won't make you wait too long to find

  25. I'm not going to lie...

    lovinlife11 replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in General Students

    Back to the original poster, I admire you for wanting to help your mom out, what a great young person!! I wish you the best of luck in your endeavors, you will be fine starting out as an adn, you just...