Jacqueline.Damm

Jacqueline.Damm

Med/Surg, Onc., Palliative/Hospice, CPU

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Misadventures of a Nurse

My experience in nursing started when I realized I couldn't find adequate work with my Bachelor of Science degree in psychology. So I headed to the closest community college and have never looked back!

How to protect yourself from dangerous germs?
General Nursing

Disgusting Icky Stickies: Nurse Protect Yourself

by Jacqueline.Damm

Okay big bird. Yes, you in that yellow gown. Hello gorgeous! Thank you my dear, thank you for caring enough about the creepy crawlies to put on that personal...

23 replies 24,192 views
General Nursing

Shoes?! Socks?! Tights?! OH MY!

by Jacqueline.Damm

Let’s just say that there is nothing worse than wearing ill-fitting shoes while you’re doing your nurse work (wherever you may be), and your lower back is...

5 replies 11,097 views
Why are hospitals more like hotels? Why is this trend expanding?
General Nursing

The Hotel Phenomenon

by Jacqueline.Damm

Since when did flat screen TVs, overstuffed arm chairs, a multi-page food menu, and an almost concierge service become a major focus in modern day hospitals?...

52 replies 40,434 views
General Nursing

Complacency in Healthcare

by Jacqueline.Damm

How do you know when you as a nurse need to take a step back, breathe and even reevaluate? It's those moments where you can't pick yourself up off the floor,...

27 replies 39,389 views
Stress 101

Nurses, It's Time: Find a Happy Place Amidst Chaos

by Jacqueline.Damm

As a nurse, there’s always an opportunity for.. you know.. “One of THOSE days.” After my first medical/surgical job, I realized that chaos is as chaos...

8 replies 43,008 views
General Nursing

Priorities Can Kill: When Passing the Buck Gets Dangerous

by Jacqueline.Damm

Nursing is 24/7, right? So what if you don’t get to a task before the shift is over? Is it really necessary to push a doctor towards action (and thus annoy...

20 replies 28,448 views