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  1. Replacing Research RN's with non license coordinators

    pattymac replied to GirloftheSun's topic in Research

    I know where you are coming from. A lot of it seems to be that RN's wanting to do research are very scarce. Most of our coordinators have Master's or a least a Bachelor's degree. I do have some...

  2. I hate bedmaking

    pattymac replied to Jedi of Zen's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I think it's unrealistic that we will like every aspect of our job. It's probably not a guy thing at all. I like doing it sometimes and sometimes I don't. Same way at home! It takes some skill,...

  3. When you have done all you can and it still seems not to be enough.

    pattymac replied to BlearnRN's topic in General Nursing

    My favorite reply to people like that is: "I can't wait until I am as perfect as you...how long does it usually take?" Don't let them get to you. I'm glad you care enough to want to improve. Hang in...

  4. What are the best BLACK PENS

    pattymac replied to dark10gable's topic in General Students

    I ditto the Uniball Jetstream! First pen I've ever found I would buy

  5. the houston dilemma-need your help!!

    pattymac replied to taapple's topic in Texas Nursing

    Ditto on Galveston...It seems like a good match for your situation. Katy is very family oriented and the traffic that way is nuts! You would die of boredom in The Woodlands...so I pick Galveston for...

  6. Professional Organizations - Texas nurses should be ashamed of themselves

    pattymac replied to gauge14iv's topic in Texas Nursing

    Bingo! Don't assume it's apathy....Just because an organization exists and has the wording nursing in it doesn't mean it's worth joining. Nurses need to keep up with what really goes on inside these...

  7. I'm so disappointed. My hospital FIRED ME!!

    pattymac replied to hotomalis's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I'm so glad you felt comfortable coming here to us....so sorry for all you have been through...consider this a great big hug from me. There are many options open to you; hopefully you will find the...

  8. Try this for Stressfull

    pattymac replied to deleern's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That's terrific....way to go! Be sure and write it down so you can tell her when she's

  9. Co-workers doing your work behind your back?

    pattymac replied to RachelRN25's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that this is all part of the teamwork, however, I think the OP has a legitimate concern. If there is anything that concerns you, anything that you feel uncomfortable not having done yourself,...

  10. Rude coworkers=bad manners

    pattymac replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Home Health

    I really agree...I bet they were just not paying attention. Don't make it petty, make it a good learning experience. Part of a good nurse/leader, etc. is cutting people some slack. I've learned the...

  11. Should I continue on?

    pattymac replied to ALH2004's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with jjjoy....don't stop after just one semester. The next one could be just the opposite and if you quit you will never know. If it still isn't your cup of tea, then on to something else!...

  12. How Did You Pass Pathophysiology??

    pattymac replied to SA2BDOCTOR's topic in General Students

    When I took patho many years ago, it was straight lecture, no study guides, no pre-prepared notes, no nothing. So I went to someone that was making really good grades and asked if I could watch her...

  13. ? re: closed trials

    pattymac replied to SpecFuz's topic in Research

    Don't worry...it happens all the time....after you have been there awhile you will see that it's normal. Be diligent...read your protocols often so you are very familiar with what is required and be...

  14. ethical dilemma....nurse lied.

    pattymac replied to snowflake123's topic in General Nursing

    Just a thought...picture yourself on the witness stand at a trial....when they ask you about it...are you going to lie again or tell the truth? If this comes up again, you will have to choose at that...

  15. Blatant Discrimination

    pattymac replied to DixieDawg's topic in Male Nursing Students

    That just burns me up. I'm really sorry you have to go through that. You would think things like that wouldn't happen

  16. Whats the big deal with support hose?

    pattymac replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    I wear the knee hi socks cause it's too hot to wear the pantyhose...I buy then at the uniform store....you don't need an RX....they work great for me...I love them. The brand is Life Uniform brand I...

  17. What nursing school did everyone attend?

    pattymac replied to SoontobeAdrienneRN's topic in General Nursing

    University of Texas at Austin.....HOOK EM HORNS!! Great school....I highly recommend

  18. I am feeling overwhelmed!!

    pattymac replied to SALLYSMG's topic in First Year After Licensure

    1. Deep breath. 2. Second deep breath. 3. Smile 4. Know you are in a crowd of thousands with similar thoughts on any given day. 5. Be kind to yourself. 6. Pat yourself on the back for caring so...

  19. Moving to Georgetown

    pattymac replied to redwolf's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes, BUT Georgetown is a BEAUTIFUL place.....of course, it has really changed a lot....big stores, now etc...but it's still a great place to live....cost of living is high because it's so...

  20. RENOWN HEALTH makes a resounding thud

    pattymac replied to 1Tulip's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I usually don't have a spare moment to respond, just lurk usually...but I had to chime in....this is awful! Why doesn't anyone EVER ask the nurses...you know, the backbone of healthcare....what WE...

  21. "I don't want to do bed side nursing"...SAY WHAT!

    pattymac replied to lauralassie's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to add my 2 cents....I feel that nursing is a philosophy, not a job. For those that want to go into "nursing" without caring for people, they need to call it something else. Nursing is...

  22. Methodist HOpsital

    pattymac replied to danigirl58's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have a friend who works there...I work at the competition. She has it better. They really look after their staff....she's always getting some kind of perks. Go for

  23. HELP!!! Need some encouragement....failed nclex

    pattymac replied to cristobal's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Please, you are not alone and many have gone before you. This is certainly not your first failure in your life and you lived to tell about all the others! Take a deep breath...let yourself be upset...

  24. How Do You Make It Thru Your Workday When You Feel Sick/Tired?

    pattymac replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    You are going to think is strange, but when it happens to me, I find that drinking LOTS of water really helps....I think deyhydration can really sneak up on us...try

  25. Need help with career direction....

    pattymac posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I am in Grad school in the education track. So far I think there are only a few of us...everyone wants to be an NP....but someone has to step up and teach right? Anyway, I'd love to teach at a...