Shagce1

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  1. Off orientation--scared

    Shagce1 posted a topic in Long Term Acute Care

    I am a new grad working ltac. Just finished my orientation last week. This week I will be "on my own." I am terrified. Everyone says I was "doing great" and that I am ready to be on my own. I just...

  2. Longer commute for less pay. Worth it?

    Shagce1 replied to UseTheForce's topic in General Nursing

    If you are taking the same pay cut I would stay at current company and avoid the commute. My time is valuable and if it means an extra 3 hours on the road I wouldn't do it. That's also extra gas and...

  3. Off orientation--scared

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    In case anyone has been following my story. Thought I'd post an update. I have been working as a nurse for about 4 1/2 months now. Off orientation for about 10weeks. All of a sudden, last week it...

  4. Are there nursing fields with less bullying from other nurses? Is it possible?

    Shagce1 replied to island2016's topic in Nursing Career

    The above poster is correct. Bully's are everywhere. I also think it can be a department or facility specific behavior. Leadership goes along way. If leadership allows that kind of behavior from its...

  5. Help! NEW GRAD wondering how to go about quitting my first nursing job on Med/Surg nights

    Shagce1 replied to Nursey5514's topic in General Nursing

    The crying and and anxiety are normal. Look around these boards. Especially the first year after licensure board. I have been going through the whole crying and anxiety thing. I am now 4 months in...

  6. When did you last see a nurse wearing the old school garb?

    Shagce1 replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    I did clinicals at a hospital last year that had a nurse who wore her cap, but none of the other garb. Regular scrubs. Just the

  7. quitting school, pls help.

    Shagce1 replied to mrsmarah's topic in General Students

    Have you spoke to an academic or guidance counselor? They may be able to help

  8. I am starting to get depressed

    Shagce1 replied to alexamasan's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh my I know how you are feeling. I too, am a new grad. I have been with my job for 4 months. Probably about 8 weeks on my own now. Things were feeling ok while I was still on orientation, I felt...

  9. Off orientation--scared

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Thanks ruby vee. I know that I have to go through it. And everyone does. I just want it to be over. I do need some tough love. Someone to snap me out of it and tell me to "suck it up buttercup." I...

  10. Off orientation--scared

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Here it is six weeks later and I am still struggling. I just can't seem to stop myself from being so hard on myself. I had a good week and thought things were starting to fall into place. And then the...

  11. What is your work routine?

    Shagce1 replied to Tomrn2128's topic in Medical-Surgical

    During my initial assessment I talk to the patient and find out things out that way. Later on, as I am charting or if I have a question I will review notes, labs etc. Sometimes I might check labs...

  12. New grad in the float pool?!

    Shagce1 replied to lelms's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Most float pool positions in my area want experienced RN's. They don't want to have to teach you how to be a nurse. Just orient you to the unit and let you fly. I am a new grad too and I am just one...

  13. Forced to get flu shot or wear a mask

    Shagce1 replied to nurse0614's topic in General Nursing

    Better than the option of get the shot or voluntarily terminate your

  14. Too bad sweetheart, guess it's cold food for you..

    Shagce1 replied to overit013's topic in General Students

    I have nothing regarding the professor. Sounds pretty over the top. Could you make soup at home and bring it in a thermos or whatever other hot dish you

  15. Recycled topics (vent)

    Shagce1 replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. I maybe even created a few of them at some point. I don't have a problem with it though. There is such a turnover of readers that there may be a fresh set of eyes reading and willing to reply. If...

  16. What do other hospitals do regard to scheduling staff for weekends?

    Shagce1 replied to Metalchild's topic in General Nursing

    Every third weekend. And two Friday's and two Monday's during the 6 week

  17. Trach for double/triple chins?

    Shagce1 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    There are trachs that are longer. I think (maybe) Shiley makes one called an

  18. New here. Ltc or CCU? Help!

    Shagce1 replied to Lillysrpretty4u's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like you have already made up your mind with all of the pros you listed with the long term care position. You sound like the thought of the long term care position just feels more like a...

  19. Intimidated

    Shagce1 replied to matthewwilliams734's topic in General Nursing

    Hard to say. I would check with whatever school you are thinking about

  20. Intimidated

    Shagce1 replied to matthewwilliams734's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe start slower. Consider a cna class and work as a cna for awhile. You will have much less time and money invested. Get your feet wet in the medical field. See what nurses do day in and day out....

  21. StaRN payback

    Shagce1 replied to JLPRN15's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wasn't there some sort of contract spelling out what the payback would be if you left before two years? I am not familiar with this program, but it seems logical to me that if you know there is a...

  22. Off orientation--scared

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. I got through the past 4 nights on my own. It was hectic and busy but I did it and stayed afloat. I didn't hesitate to ask questions when I had them,...

  23. Getting out on time

    Shagce1 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hey there--I work 12 hour night shifts 7p-730am. Report is supposed to be from 7-7:30. Typical for most institutions I imagine. Our facility does what they call huddle at 0700/1900. This is a time...

  24. Getting out on time

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you everyone for your insight. I am going to just sit on this awhile longer. The stress of being a new grad, plus night shift, plus family obligations have caught up to me. I am going to do the...

  25. Getting out on time

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. We go till 7:30. I have no problem being there until that time. But when I am not even able to start report until close to that time is what makes me upset. I am even ok staying over 10-15...