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Before anyone becomes overly concerned, I still care about my patients and my job. However, what I do not care about is that __________ Hospital pays their staff a little more for the same job. I love my current employer, despite its imperfections, ...

I feel as if they look at me in such a way, as their tone of voice changes when they're discussing the pay scales of the competing hospitals. And I also love the variety of situations that I have encountered at my teaching hospital, as they've helped...

I should've elaborated (it's a long story)! I was gifted a Littmann Classic III, which has wonderful sound quality, but leaves something to be desired because I am hard of hearing. I can hear everything with the Classic III, but heart sounds are more...

I have a Littmann Classic III, a Littmann Cardiology IV (it's currently being shipped to me), and a MDF stethoscope. It is not necessary to have a backup, as hospitals have disposable stethoscopes that are used for isolation patients. At my hospital,...

I hope by this point that you have either... A) put your foot down and insisted that you will only operate within your scope B) are searching for alternate employment C) quit D) A&B E) All of the above

Oh dear... I understand that she is a child, but there is no recovery from brain death. I'm so glad that I know my loved one's wishes, because no matter how much it hurts, I'd rather allow them to die with dignity than be subjected to unnecessary pro...

It sounds like you need to stand your ground with this CNA. I understand that she is the only CNA for 18 patients (your management needs to work on getting 1-2 additional staff to assist her), but there is justifiable reason why she should be going a...

I think you should heed the advice of the previous commenters and get the he** out of dodge! Staying at this facility is endangering your future.

Hello everyone, I hope this post finds you all well. I am a nurse aide and soon-to-be 1st semester nursing student. Although I am a nurse aide, I am a floater and usually spend most of my time as a sitter (while still performing NA duties). Although...

Forgive me if this isn't a perfect answer, but this is how I deal with workplace gossip. My mantra is "if they don't pay my bills, then their words don't affect me". Well, this is what I told a coworker yesterday after she complained that another NA ...

I do not think that you're overreacting. That CNA's behavior was very inappropriate. To the poster that insinuated that only the resident's dignity would be injured, well... you're wrong. If someone is able to be safely walked to the restroom or beds...

I would like to thank everyone for their helpful feedback. Since last week, I have had a different outlook about my job. I try to obtain vitals early, no matter what, because I want my patient's care to be the best possible. I am also spending less t...

And when do you think it's okay to pair up the difficult patient with the RN from the float pool? Although I am just a nursing assistant, I am in the float pool. Some floor NAs are jealous of float NAs (they think our wages are higher, but they're no...

You're right. Forgive me for not understanding your point the first time (it's been a long day for me). Now when I think about it, I tend to be long-winded when I give report. I routinely place too much on my shoulders and think that the patient is s...

I definitely agree that I am somewhat a control freak. I wouldn't say that I'm always policing people though, because although I may remark on what should've been done, I don't take it upon myself to chastise people. As you said, I am not in a manage...

When my sundowning elderly male patient asks if I'm pregnant, then proceeds to tell me that he'll "give it (to you) all night long."

I'm in! Congratulations everyone!

I hope they send out the letters soon! I know I'm probably starting this fall, but omg the wait is painful.

Good luck everyone! I'm not nervous at all, but I'm eager to have my mother finally stop bugging me about my "nursing school letter." LOL. Seriously though, MCC would never turn down a 4.000/95 applicant, correct? NOW I'M APPREHENSIVE :'(.

I am not a nurse yet, but a few months back I was doing a PVR on an adult male patient and I didn't know why I kept on seeing >200 mL. Lo and behold, I had the bladder scanner on the child setting (in my defense, it looks like a little guy who is ...

Don't doubt yourself! You have an excellent grade point average and your HESI score isn't bad at all. Lastly, don't compare yourself with others. Just "go with the flow" and you'll be fine :).

Update: Today I applied to the nursing program with a 95 composite HESI score and 4.0 prerequisite GPA. I am so thankful (I promise I'm not exaggerating... I have a decent memory and love for knowledge). I wish you all the best of luck.

@bxcomfort... if you don't mind me asking, what are your stats? I'm applying with a 4.0 prerequisite GPA and I'm taking the HESI tomorrow. I wish you the best of luck.

Thanks a bunch! I'm actually taking it tomorrow. I'm truly looking forward to making the HESI a distant memory. Out of curiosity, I was wondering if the prerequisite courses and HESI composite score the only things that are used to rank us. Thanks! ...

Hello everyone... I am taking the HESI on Wednesday. I have a 4.0 prerequisite gpa and a 3.928 cumulative gpa. I'm nervous about taking the HESI (specifically the A&P portion), but I'm trying to convince myself that it won't be terrible. Is there...