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  1. Who else sometimes just feels like a bad nurse?

    hikernurse replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    You'd be surprised at the hearts you touch, even when you think you're doing a lousy job :heartbeat. But, there are plenty of days I feel the same way. I'll go home and think, "Wow, I sure wouldn't...

  2. Does ProCPR "fly" with school?

    hikernurse replied to jschut's topic in General Nursing

    I think most schools and jobs require AHA. You might as well do it right in the first place than have to scramble to make it good at the last minute :). Check with your school,

  3. Do nurses know everything they learned in NS cold turkey?

    hikernurse replied to whiteoleander5's topic in General Students

    I'm glad. :icon_hug: If you do, no big, we'll just come and vent on

  4. Do nurses know everything they learned in NS cold turkey?

    hikernurse replied to whiteoleander5's topic in General Students

    And what's more...they want you to ask questions :). You are expected to have a base of knowledge when you graduate from NS that will allow you to practice safely. There is no way that you will be...

  5. Do you wear rings on your fingers to work?

    hikernurse replied to mondkmondk's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on where you work. A lot of NICU's (and some other departments, too) don't allow anything below the

  6. Funny Names

    hikernurse replied to nurserynurse55's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Well, of course. Don't you remember learning in elementary school that "Aay" is always silent when it precedes a

  7. For the nightshifters.

    hikernurse replied to HappyPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    3 twelves. That way I'd only miss three nights of sleep instead of five. But then I'm old and tired, LOL. The other thing is you're kind of at a disadvantage (maybe some would call it an advantage)...

  8. How does working major holidays go at your hospital?

    hikernurse replied to HappyPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    We get Christmas off every other year, but if you work days that pretty much means you work both Thanksgiving and New Years. Noc workers have more options to choose from, but at this point I'd still...

  9. Do you always have an RN waste narcotics with you?

    hikernurse replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    I always double-check. From what I've seen, all the nurses in my unit do. Our doses are so small, I don't want to accidently give too much. As far as wasting, we are in a pretty small area, so it's...

  10. Disturbed...

    hikernurse replied to DroogieRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sometimes nursing students can spend more time with patients than nurses can. That could be a kindness with a dying patient. As a family member I wouldn't want a student nurse "practicing" anything...

  11. braggard in the classroom

    hikernurse replied to tigerlilyrnstudent's topic in General Students

    It's difficult to listen to, without a doubt. But she may be, ironically enough, feeling a bit insecure. For people like that, I tend to ask them straight out how they did, compliment them and move...

  12. Palm for NS?

    hikernurse replied to avahnel's topic in General Students

    You can also find NCLEX questions to load onto it--then you can study wherever you are

  13. Anxiety Issues (kinda Long)

    hikernurse replied to almostthereMHM's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Seeing a doctor would be a good first choice. You can be referred to a specialist who could address your concerns. I'm sorry, anxiety attacks are miserable. The earlier you can get help, the easier...

  14. Fed Up With Understaffing

    hikernurse replied to justmanda's topic in General Nursing

    Whoa, I'd definitely take the time to fill out the OT slips--mostly because I'd earned them. Maybe if they are inundated with paperwork from everyone, the grid may end up being changed. Sounds like...

  15. Going to 3rd shift for 6 weeks.... very nervous! Need advice!

    hikernurse replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    I wake up early and take a long nap in the afternoon. I'm usually so sleep deprived this isn't difficult . Good luck! I hope your bonus is a good one

  16. The Perils of White Pants

    hikernurse replied to DroogieRN's topic in General Students

    The other posters had great suggestions. The only thing I can think of to add is to bring along a sweater to tie around your waist, just in case

  17. Good faith and administration

    hikernurse replied to lorazepam's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry you've got scabies. That can't be much fun. And although it's probably nice to have some time off work, that doesn't much go towards paying the bills, either. You bet your own physician...

  18. Flu Vaccine

    hikernurse replied to country mom's topic in General Nursing

    I get it every year--all of my famly, too. Having the flu is miserable (plus I had a healthy--and young--friend die from it a few years ago) and if a vaccination can reduce my chances, then I'm all...

  19. Recruiter: "Don't call me, I'll call you"

    hikernurse replied to luvbaby3gz's topic in Nursing Career

    Let us know how it turns out. A lot of people apply for jobs and it can be easier when someone stands out. Good luck

  20. I took STABLE today...

    hikernurse replied to HappyPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Who wouldn't love glucose ? And fluids and warm babies... STABLE is a great program. The cardiac program is a lot more intense than the regular course, but it has a lot of wonderful information,...

  21. Student Nurse or Nursing Student

    hikernurse replied to realkreativ's topic in General Students

    Nursing Student sounds more professional than Student Nurse (medical students v. student doctors); that said, I personally prefer Student Nurse and that's how I referred to myself when I was one

  22. orientation at hospital on monday... scrubs or no scrubs??

    hikernurse replied to samsam22's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No harm in calling or e-mailing HR (or whoever you spoke with) and asking. Most people wear nice street clothes and that's fine. If they're taking your ID picture, just make sure you have a cute top...

  23. Getting Ready to Graduate -- Resume & GPA?

    hikernurse replied to JaxiaKiley's topic in Nursing Career

    I wouldn't worry about it. I definitely wouldn't put one but not the other, that would jump right out. I'm sure it will be fine

  24. Recruiter: "Don't call me, I'll call you"

    hikernurse replied to luvbaby3gz's topic in Nursing Career

    Well sure. I wouldn't call every couple of hours , but calling shows you're interested in the job. Besides, sometimes things do get

  25. Should I be upset? Or am I making a big deal out of nothing?

    hikernurse replied to redhead09's topic in General Nursing

    Trust me, you don't want to know. It's a very imbalanced power situation and I agree with the others, don't rock the