HappyWife77 BSN, RN

Gerontology RN-BC and FNP MSN student

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    Interesting convo with a former coworker...

    HappyWife77 replied to herculean's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Some med passes are heavier than others, if she has a system down, its possible. She is at the desk helping with paper work, so she IS helping someone else. Just not the ones that other people thinks...
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    How to drop subtle hints with my nursing students about faith.

    HappyWife77 posted a topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Hi all! I am a new clinical nursing instructor and am wondering how to drop hints if possible about having faith. Especially as these are future nurses. I know that carrying the love of Christ shines...
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    Fired from my first nursing job, before one year

    HappyWife77 replied to mightynurse1's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! There is awesome insight and advice on this post. OP~ props to you for being driven and outgoing. I really think you have an amazing future. Take the advice, dust yourself off. Try to remain...
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    How to drop subtle hints with my nursing students about faith.

    HappyWife77 replied to HappyWife77's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I love allnurses and yes I have became a better nurse because of this
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    How old were you when you started nursing school?

    HappyWife77 replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    17 when I started, graduated first degree when I was 19. Still going part time at 23 years later....lifelong
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    "Seasoned Nurses will eat their young"

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

    My only fear of ever being eaten was when I was a student and rumor had it that our labor and delivery clinical instructor was a bear. yikes! But guess what....I made it out alive, I learned more...
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    Just Got Accepted!!!!

    HappyWife77 replied to MsDjana's topic in General Students

    Ugg I tried quoting Trevy but the post looks like I said.....what he said. Don't miss a day of school. God
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    I want a medical job!!!!

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

    Most definately get your CNA. Its a great place to start. There is more than geriatrics in long term care. It is great experience. I highly recommend CNA program. It will be the base of knowledge you...
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    How to drop subtle hints with my nursing students about faith.

    HappyWife77 replied to HappyWife77's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Thanks for all the replies, I appreciate everyone one of them. Its awesome to have my eyes opened to differences of opinions. I take it all in stride, no need to get offended. Life is beautiful....no...
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    Overwhelmed, stressed, questioning CNA.

    HappyWife77 replied to PeacefulHopeful's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sometimes it helps to vent! Glad you joined and signed up to allnurses.com! Nursing is a journey I would not trade for anything. Feelings of overwhelming stress are not permanent....this too shall...
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    Overwhelmed, stressed, questioning CNA.

    HappyWife77 replied to PeacefulHopeful's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sometimes it help to just vent! Glad you joined and signed up to allnurses.com! Nursing is a journey I would not trade for anything. Feeling of overwhelming stress are not permanent....this too shall...
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    Overwhelmed, stressed, questioning CNA.

    HappyWife77 replied to PeacefulHopeful's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    LTC can be very overwhelming, especially when there's no team work. That makes a world of difference. They hired you on the spot because they need you and I am sure your an asset to them too It is...
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    Foley cath

    HappyWife77 replied to Vtachy1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    In my experience, no cath. There will be scant urinary output. We kept them clean and comfortable. Also we gave frequent oral
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    What's your good news?

    HappyWife77 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    You will now be getting a 5 minute ride home in an airplane, instead of your long commute home
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    Please, don't be "that" aide.

    HappyWife77 replied to mstearns09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most places have policies on the way beds and rooms are to be. Just be openminded and willing to learn, it will make your experience a lot
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    Please, don't be "that" aide.

    HappyWife77 replied to mstearns09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Its all about team work. You can change your attitude and be like...ok sure, thank
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    Just Got Accepted!!!!

    HappyWife77 replied to MsDjana's topic in General Students

    If your grades can afford it, miss a class now and then to catch up on sleep, food, and life. Don't miss clinicals though! That's some quick advice ... quality not guaranteed LOL Cheers -Trevy Please...
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    Good Nursing Shoes

    HappyWife77 replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Nikey shoxx are awesome for what you
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    Just Got Accepted!!!!

    HappyWife77 replied to MsDjana's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!! Best wishes for success!!! Whoop
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    Prayer Before Surgery

    HappyWife77 replied to orscrubcutie1's topic in Operating Room

    I have had patients tell me after they are post op...that the surgeon prayed with them and they really seem to feel good about it. I am Christian and believe in power of prayer. Not everyone wants it...
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    Charting things done by others...

    HappyWife77 replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    Also how could you not know if their not taking care of what they say their doing? You are assigned to these patients. You would know if their not getting care or who is doing what....I would assume....
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    Charting things done by others...

    HappyWife77 replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work I have to sign and hand in their (CNA) worksheets, shower sheets, and the I and Os are entered by me. It is policy that the nurses acknowledge their work. Also to review the information...
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    How do I get over this?

    HappyWife77 replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I just meant to take of you. I hope your husband can let go of the resentment and push for your health rather than a cash cow job. Maybe try to find a support group where you share with others...
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    How do I get over this?

    HappyWife77 replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

    I would work on yourself first while you have the other job. Then after you get yourself stable, you can try your desired job again. Best wishes to
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    What's your good news?

    HappyWife77 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    You are going to have the same schedule every pay period!!! And we will not ever ask you to work on your days off!! You will never get pulled to another area than which you were