JentheRN05 RN

JentheRN05 is a RN and specializes in OB, ortho/neuro, home care, office.

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   Newly disabled (labeled) Question for NP

   JentheRN05 posted a topic in Nurse Disabilities

   Hi, well, I've spilled my life out on the forums. I've been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. I need to know if this will stop me from getting my goal accomplished as a nurse practitioner? Do I have to...
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   mother dies after refusing blood transfusion

   JentheRN05 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in United Kingdom

   I am NOT Jehovoas Witness or anything, but i know what it's like. I nearly coded with a a 3.4 count. I was delirious and refusing blood because of the chance of AIDS at the time (1989) Only way I...
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   Having to take time off

   JentheRN05 posted a topic in General Nursing

   Well, after my much read story about my personal life. I recently had a turn of events. I'm now applying for temporary disability d/t inability to focus on what I"m doing at work. Sucks, but I don't...
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   Well, I guess I'll see when I get there. Feel fairly normal today. Only problem I have is I didn't sleep last night, much anyway. But - on another note, it could be because of other things that kept...
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   Sweetie, I have done a TON of research, Julie Fast's program was one of the first things I came across, but if I hadn't I would've kissed your feet for that information. Thanks again Zoe, your a...
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   That's why I'm going to stay on the new antidepressant and see how the combo goes, plus add on a little omega 3 and I'm ....well, I'm gonna do my
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   Just a note to say another thank you. My doctor called and we talked for quite a while. He agrees and I have a diagnosis. I am bipolar. However, I plan on seeking therapy with a real psychiatrist if I...
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you - in this post, you hit it on the head. My point number 3 of my original post ( lucky I didn't end up on the streets) was because of the times I was 'supposed' to be taking care of the...
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   Hit all time low

   JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

   Just to let you know - alcohol was a problem many many years ago (as was drugs) I've spilled my guts already, what difference does it make if I drank alot 20+ years ago or did drugs. Again, I think...
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    Hit all time low

    JentheRN05 replied to JentheRN05's topic in General Nursing

    Just wanted to let you know, I am STILL waiting. I called 3 times today. He's supposed to be in the office tomorrow. I want to thank each and every one of you. It really does mean alot. I appreciate...
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    Hit all time low

    JentheRN05 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've been on Allnurses for ...well I don't remember how long. I'm sure it says somewhere but I don't have the urge to look for it. I've come to this board time and time again for advice. Everyone has...
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    LPN's just glorified nurse aids in LTC? Huh?

    JentheRN05 replied to onehusbandsevenkids's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That sickens me to think people think that way. If it weren't for LPNs our nursing homes wouldn't have the necessary help to function. Some of the best nurses I've met have been LPNs (and I never...
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    3-11 shift any suggestions on how to change?

    JentheRN05 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Okay - I have hated every job I have had since nursing school. Various reasons, all having to do with my own personal issues. So I realize I have a problem. Well anyway - now I'm at a LTC on my second...
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    Thinking of LTC

    JentheRN05 replied to mamamccoy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    One thing I did was make a list of all the questions I needed answered before I accepted a job in LTC/NH. Here's the list: Pay? Pay during orientation (is it the same as normal pay?) How long is...
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    Uniforms and your appearance

    JentheRN05 replied to sassysteph7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well - I'm speaking for myself here, (please don't flame me). I don't wear tacky high cut or low cut tops (not intentionally, some times when I have things tailored, then they end up a little big). I...