I've been a nurse for a little over a year now and was diagnosed with Narcolepsy back in June. I've always dealt with sleep issues but over the last few years, my symptoms have progressively gotten worse and greatly affecting my quality of life. Even...
" I've always known that nursing is definitely nothing like your average, typical 9-5 desk job...but this here...just reeeaally puts a whole new spin on things! "
Thanks for starting this thread!! And thanks to everyone for all the great advice!! I recently started days in a free standing acute rehab facility and absolutely LOVE it so far! I graduated in May '13 and spent my first 8 months doing nights on a me...
1KoolRN replied to Godismystrength's topic in Rehabilitation
Thanks for starting this thread!! And thanks for all the great advice!! I would also love to hear how y'all organize your day. I work days and have been trying to put a brain together myself. We have 2 different computer programs: 1 for meds, orders...
I'm just putting it out there, but I'm sure most of us have been glued to our tvs or computers for the last few weeks. Well, despite the seriousness of all that is going on in the world, I'm thinking we could all use a really good laugh right about n...
1KoolRN replied to tiredgirl19's topic in Disabilities
Have you had your Vit. D level checked? May be a key factor for why you're so tired and also the insomnia. I got diagnosed with narcolepsy in May and have had some relief with meds, but not much. About 2 months ago, I started seeing a neurologist and...
1KoolRN replied to gelibean's topic in Uniform/Gear
I got these shoes about a month ago and haven't even thought about my feet!!! Except when someone compliments the shoes, lol! I'm in LOVE with how comfy, cute and supportive they are! There are 2 downsides though: 1) The sizing is way off and runs li...
1KoolRN replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in COVID
Thank you herring_RN for those links! Being a nurse here in Texas is hard and it's a shame that there are no unions in our state. As a new nurse (almost at my 2nd year), I've learned real fast what can happen if you speak your mind or stand up for wh...