HappyWife77 BSN, RN

Gerontology RN-BC and FNP MSN student

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    Showing courage in practice

    HappyWife77 replied to NZRNskye22's topic in General Students

    I think of being encouraged to act when I think of courage. Rather than second guessing myself....being confident and encouraged and acting on it. Even if I'm unsure...I can act courageous and find...
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    ANGRY

    HappyWife77 replied to tarheel15nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Some days are better than others, that's for sure however there is no nurse shortage. Try reading the threads right here on Allnurses... Have you any vacation time? Sounds like one might be in...
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    Seventh Day Adventist and working on Sabbath???

    HappyWife77 replied to NeoNatMom's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Well you can lose the legalistic approach or go live in a convant. God looks at the heart and is more interested in a personal intimate relationship with you....than if you keep rituals....our works...
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    Seventh Day Adventist and working on Sabbath???

    HappyWife77 replied to NeoNatMom's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Just pick another day off and set it aside as a day of Rest and offer that up to the Lord as your Shabbat
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    4 months orientation and STILL struggling, help!

    HappyWife77 replied to Curious1alwys's topic in Nursing Career

    At 4 Months.... its time to
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    The coveted Monday thru Friday job

    HappyWife77 replied to LTCNS's topic in General Nursing

    No way would I want to go to work 5 days a week. I love twelves. More money per shift...less trips to make it! I live about 45 minute to an hour commute. When weather is bad it is nice having more...
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    Which seems longer, this shift or this winter?

    HappyWife77 replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    It's been an unbelievable harsh winter here too....not to mention the past few shifts have been crazy since our unit manager has not been replaced
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    Does everyone work 7 days a week in Home Health?

    HappyWife77 replied to startofcare's topic in Home Health

    Try a couple different agencies. I have always heard it is much easier to get a job when you already have one. Have you thought about continuous care
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    Is it normal to train someone after being on the floor for 4 days?

    HappyWife77 replied to dorselm's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Not normal but I can believe
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    Father of a nursing student needs advice

    HappyWife77 replied to Keane68's topic in General Nursing

    Ask her what she wants to do.... Kudos to you for being a supportive and encouraging parent. You are blessed she has been successful. I am sure no matter what she decides, she will not disappoint...
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    WWYD: Caregiver not home at end of shift?

    HappyWife77 replied to HisTreasure's topic in Private Duty

    The mom should have made plans to cover for herself if she wasn't going to be back....now she wants to throw the nurse under the bus. That is ridiculous...I hope you stand behind your nurse. Maybe...
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    Dealing with 'nurses eat their young' attitudes

    HappyWife77 replied to ePerfect's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    About those meds....they have to be signed for before they can just leave them. Who ever signs for them is responsible for them...up to a point. But if they're for your carts that's your business to...
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    Diploma nurses are worthless?!

    HappyWife77 replied to stephdRN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    That was one person....try some where else. One thing at a time. Try to enjoy your time now with your daughter. Hopefully God will put your perfect partner in your life...and you will realize that guy...
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    Slanderous rumor mongers in the workplace

    HappyWife77 replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Drama drama drama....has no place in the work place. Unfortunately emotional maturity is not required to be a
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    What do you fantasize about?

    HappyWife77 replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    Anything outdoors, thank God it is the first day of
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    Why am I staying so late after shift ends while others leave on time?

    HappyWife77 replied to RescueNinja2013's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I worked 3-11 for years and got out late more than on time. There is so much to do on this shift. I am telling you, I switched to 12s and was so happy I am finally getting my work done and clocking...
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    Written warning for a care plan written prior to my employment

    HappyWife77 replied to LTCNS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Good Luck, I am glad you made a move. Do not be surprised if you see some of their behavior in other areas....you are still under the same roof. But congratulations on getting a different position so...
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    Is it illegal for an Lpn to sign when it requires Rn signature?

    HappyWife77 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    You are working in your role as an LPN....always sign your name and title on everything you sign your name on. Leaving your title off is like you know it's wrong but your signing it anyways. If...
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    Is nursing worth it?

    HappyWife77 replied to 2016New's topic in General Students

    It's not easy that's for sure. But I found its worth
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    Have any Community College of Beaver County nursing students taken microbiology?

    HappyWife77 replied to tlk8911's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ours has homework quizzes every week, lab quizzes and exams, lecture quizzes and exams at least every other week. There is a lot to take in. It's very interesting, however if you have the time, I...
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    Average age of nurses on your unit

    HappyWife77 replied to francoml's topic in MICU, SICU

    Late 30s to the
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    How are you celebrating your acceptance?

    HappyWife77 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I got my ASN acceptance on Valentine's Day after coming from a 12 hour LPN shift. Happy Valentine's Day to me! ? I went bed because I had to work in the
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    How much math is involved in day-to-day nursing?

    HappyWife77 replied to HR1989's topic in Nursing Career

    Where I have came from....you don't get to clinicals unless you ace dosage
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    How much math is involved in day-to-day nursing?

    HappyWife77 replied to HR1989's topic in Nursing Career

    I am a staff nurse. Good luck with your Math. If you really want it, study it and master
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    How much math is involved in day-to-day nursing?

    HappyWife77 replied to HR1989's topic in Nursing Career

    It depends where you are working...math is used frequently with dosage calculations, administration of medications, understanding reading of syringes and different units of measurements, conversions,...