lynnwilfong replied to Rocktheman's topic in Career Support
First no that doesn't make you a bad aide or nurse. We all have moments we wish we could rewind the clock and get a do over. Learn from the mistake and more importantly learn from the treatment. The nurse's treatment of you is an example of what k...
lynnwilfong replied to 2bnursebeckky's topic in General Students
I am sorry you have had that experience. Yes it is probably easier, quicker, less disruptive to do it ourselves but WE WERE ALL LOWLY STUDENTS AT ONE POINT. Give the students a break. Somebody took the time to explain things and show us the ropes ...
lynnwilfong replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Med-Surg
From the outside looking in, dayshift always look like they have better working conditions. I have worked both days nd nights on MedSurg units. Give me nights any day of the week. Yes there are more ancillary staff and distractions. There are also ...
lynnwilfong replied to PianoTiles's topic in General Nursing
Even as a student you have to balance and take some time for just you. In school I had what my family called "creekbank therapy". I found a quiet creek or spot on the river and fished. It recharges me and grounds me at the same time.