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ICURN3020

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  1. Afraid of losing my autonomy

    ICURN3020 replied to ICURN3020's topic in Critical Care

    It seems it must just depend on the system. There is a large, world renowned facility in my area (I am not applying here due to the commute) that I've heard invests the majority of it's time and...

  2. Stethoscope Case

    ICURN3020 replied to Elsie15's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I didn't know cases for stethoscopes even existed... I was expecting this thread to be about a "case" in which a stethoscope played a role in spreading infection or something

  3. Afraid of losing my autonomy

    ICURN3020 replied to ICURN3020's topic in Critical Care

    Thank you both for your insights! Good to hear that nurses still provide high-level care and maintain their autonomy in teaching facilitites. Forgive my ignorance, as I mentioned, I've only worked...

  4. Text messages from nurse manager

    ICURN3020 replied to Katniss88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree it's unprofessional for a manager to text message me every day I'm off, especially in a group text. It is utterly annoying to hear my phone "ding" repeatedly since I then receive ALL replies...

  5. Felt so Bad for Resident...so Impressed with CNAs

    ICURN3020 replied to flashpoint's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, inconsiderate business manager, things do happen....like

  6. ADVICE: New RN has first interview tomorrow!!!

    ICURN3020 replied to mickeyrose912's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Also....I've always been pleased with NSO insurance (although thankfully I've never needed their

  7. ADVICE: New RN has first interview tomorrow!!!

    ICURN3020 replied to mickeyrose912's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations! My advice would be to soak up everything you can from your more experienced mentors/co-workers. Ask intelligent questions and be confident....just not overconfident. That can be...

  8. Why do you think nurses leave the profession?

    ICURN3020 replied to Nacki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Oooops.....

  9. Do you use a personal recorder for theory?

    ICURN3020 replied to Jen_Loves_Nursing's topic in General Students

    I used a small handheld recorder during lectures, after asking for permission from the instructor. I never had an instructor not allow it, but definitely check your school's policies and get the...

  10. We need sitters!

    ICURN3020 replied to applesxoranges's topic in Emergency

    After twice being assigned a 1:1 suicidal patient while still being expected to care for my other critically ill patient, and told to "just do the best I can", I finally put my foot down. The...

  11. advice needed re: trading PRN shifts

    ICURN3020 replied to ceccia's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with explaining why (in a vague yet understandable way) you cannot work the shifts you previously agreed to. As long as the shift is covered by a similarly competent nurse (I'm assuming that...

  12. Might loose another job...I'm suicidal

    ICURN3020 replied to VAC's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Still thinking about you and hoping things are getting better for you. A friend once told me, "I ache for you when you go through this because it's just your mind tormenting you." A major issue for...

  13. Might loose another job...I'm suicidal

    ICURN3020 replied to VAC's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I agree with all PP's advice to please seek out help in whatever form available immediately. I have been in that deep, dark place of despair and thankfully have a good support system around me....

  14. TIPS for New Grads entering ICU

    ICURN3020 replied to NurseJoy101's topic in MICU, SICU

    Have an effective, reliable method of coping with stress in place before starting your new position. That was the biggest aspect that I struggled with as a new grad in the ICU....the overwhelming...

  15. How did you celebrate passing your boards?

    ICURN3020 replied to anh06005's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have a major pen/pencil addiction!!! I can totally

  16. How did you celebrate passing your boards?

    ICURN3020 replied to anh06005's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hubby gifted me with a new car ☺ Well, three years old, but new to me and one he knew I had wanted for a while. I remember walking out of the test-taking center and feeling really unsure of myself...

  17. The culture of AN

    ICURN3020 replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    My solution to posters (or people I interact with in life) who are obviously antagonizing and instigating is to simply ignore them. I refuse to waste time responding (which is what they want). I...

  18. My Reflections on Nursing

    ICURN3020 replied to sjalv's topic in General Nursing

    Keep this attitude!

  19. You did not just do that?!

    ICURN3020 replied to Girlafraid13's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What a witch....no wonder he could be

  20. Please stop! Little things that are just bad practice.

    ICURN3020 replied to JBudd's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    And this will be the day that I quit

  21. Please stop! Little things that are just bad practice.

    ICURN3020 replied to JBudd's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    And blankets, towels, sheets, washcloths.....then getting dirty looks when you are forced to "steal" them from another

  22. A Nursing Student with Epilepsy?

    ICURN3020 replied to GlitterFaerie's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of us nurses have a variety of ailments that we live and work just fine with. Should someone who is diabetic not be allowed to be a nurse because they might experience hypoglycemia and collapse?...

  23. When a Mom Miscarries

    ICURN3020 replied to CountryMomma's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Or OB office in this

  24. When a Mom Miscarries

    ICURN3020 replied to CountryMomma's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was thinking kind of the same thing....as in, it's none of your business why anyone else is there or gets taken back before you. As healthcare professionals (and adults) we should know that it's...

  25. When a Mom Miscarries

    ICURN3020 replied to CountryMomma's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well, of course not. My point was only that at that time in the OP's life, it stung to see happy big-bellied pregnant women and whether or not she knew of other's difficulties, it probably wouldn't...