Socrates12358

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1. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Health, Stress Management

   I agree that I do need help but I can't afford a therapist without insurance. My 90 days will be 2/21 and then my insurance will kick in. So not too much longer. My mom is my life saver and I can talk...

2. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Health, Stress Management

   I'm currently taking lamictal, lexapro and Ativan. Was taking latuda as well but had to stop when insurance did and actually feel a little better off of it. I do have a psychiatrist and he's great....

3. Severe anxiety

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in Health, Stress Management

   I've been working as a RN for almost 5 years. I've always been plagued with anxiety and depression but it has multiplied with this profession. Last year I tested positive for THC and lost my job. I've...

4. Choosing between two jobs, help!

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

   I've been an RN for over a year now. My first job was in a nursing home on night shift working two units, a LTC and a Ortho rehab. I would have between 20-35 patients usually. I loved my LTC...

5. Will I ever get comfortable in the ICU?

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

   I'm finishing my 11th week of a 12 week orientation, and as the time approaches to be working on my own I find myself in a panic. I've been terrified everyday so far during my orientation. The first...

6. ICU Nurse needs advice

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in Nursing Career

   Yes I am in orientation still but only have a few more weeks left. I worked yesterday, with a cold, and it was awful. It was the first time I broke down crying. I've dealt with depression since the...

7. ICU Nurse needs advice

   Socrates12358 posted a topic in Nursing Career

   I've been a nurse for a little over a year. I worked at a nursing home doing LTC and Ortho rehab and after a while I started liking it. Recently I accepted a position at a Cleveland Clinic ICU and...

8. New nurse and very depressed

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in First Year After Licensure

   It's a little better now... I haven't cried in over a week and am able to eat again. The only thing that still bothers me is the lack of support at night if I have a question or run into a problem....

9. New nurse and very depressed

   Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in First Year After Licensure

   Wow we do sound a lot alike, minus the pregnancy of course. I'm glad to hear its getting better for you. I start on my own tonight and I'm pretty nervous. Luckily there are a few other nurses in the...

10. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Glad to hear that your confidence is improving, that's definitely a problem of mine. I'm trying to stick it out. I actually like the place I'm working at and the people. I find night shift to be much...

11. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 replied to Socrates12358's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow we do sound a lot alike, minus the pregnancy of course. I'm glad to hear its getting better for you. I start on my own tonight and I'm pretty nervous. Luckily there are a few other nurses in the...

12. New nurse starting on my own tonight

    Socrates12358 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've had a few weeks of orientation but I'm starting on my own tonight. I work at a LTC facility and also have a hall of ortho rehab patients. Census is slightly low so I'll only have around 21 pts....

13. New nurse and very depressed

    Socrates12358 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduated in May and got my license in July. It took me until October to find a job due to lack of experience and that I have my ADN. I'm prone to depression/anxiety but its been years since I've...