laKrugRN

I work in a prison and Easter is not even considered a holiday

Even the highest most experienced RN is never above wiping a butt. Sorry. I am an RN who truly believes in never losing your skills as a CNA. It's all in the job description. If wiping poo bothers you, are you sure you wanna be a nurse?

Welcome to nursing! There will always be nurses who break the rules, cut corners, etc. Just do it the RIGHT way yourself and pick your battles. If these nurses are as bad as you say, they are digging themselves a hole and will soon cave in.

I agree with one of the above posters, an RN should be professional and not act that way! I'd approach her like the previous poster said and talk out her issues. Trust me, you'll get some points for having the guts to be mature about it. I hope you c...

As an RN who loves her LPN's I find this offensive. basically saying, "oh you're too dumb to pass the NCLEX RN..just be an LPN!" My LPN's know their stuff! C'mon! Ya kidding me?

Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future. I love being a correctional nurse. This population fascinates me. I am never ever bored in my job. Sure it can be hard, especially when they act up, make vulgar comments etc. But you gotta have st...

We've all made mistakes, some cringe worthy..yes. Learn from this. Not sure what you're outcome will be but I am sure you meant no harm at all. Btw. I would change your profile pic to remain more anonymous. Your little one is very cute but a coworker...

HAHAHA! I can just picture this...no WAY!

I've been in Pediatrics and now I am in Corrections. I plan on retiring in Corrections.

I agree! I knew hospital/bedisde was not for me. I feel much more like a nurse in the non-hospital setting.

I did my med-surg clinicals in a Catholic hospital (I am Catholic btw) and besides the crucifix over every patient door, religious pictures and statues in the lobby, and the chapel with the Virgin Mary, I did not feel a religious tone or religions be...

Sadly, I feel that healthcare has become a business as opposed to caring for the needs of the sick.

Cheers!

I did ATI and I did not think it was similar to NCLEX-RN. I can't speak for PN. I felt the NCLEX-RN was most similar to Kaplan questions.

I ask at 13. This is what I was told to do when I worked in the clinic.

Oh my gosh. That would not fly where I am at. Sleeping on the job?! Wowza

I'm not sure what all is in them but they do not taste the same or give that same feeling. I prefer the real thing.

I started out in a Peds clinic when I first graduated. I didn't feel like a nurse, I felt more like a secretary or an MA. I feel much more like a nurse at my new job and I am much happier. Clinic hours are the best, but they pay usually isn't that gr...

It took me 2 months to land a job as an RN with my BSN. Times are tough. Take anything you can get! I did not get my dream job right off the bat but I got some experience in my first job and now have my dream job! :) Good luck!

In the prison, the inmates call me by my first name or "Ma'am." The doc is called "Doc."

Talk to your nursing director or call your state board of nursing.

Any job is better than what you are doing! Honestly, working in LTC would have looked a lot better on your part than not working. LTC, office, etc is not a death sentence. Heck, I stared out in a clinic and now have my dream job.

It's none of your managers business honestly. But just keep it brief or make some polite excuse. Just leave on a good note. Never burn a bridge.

My gosh of course you'll make mistakes. Experienced nurses make mistakes. Quit worrying and just learn and ENJOY!

I too, dislike bedside nursing. Hence, why I am a correctional nurse :)