TheSpectator

TheSpectator specializes in Med/Surg, LDRP.

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1. Bad experiences after another,how to overcome and find my niche?

   TheSpectator replied to irishlynn5's topic in General Nursing

   KatieMI Sorry to hear you had such a bad experience. I hope you've found your way to a better situation. It's true, sometimes there are going to be things that go on internally that we will not know...

2. Bad experiences after another,how to overcome and find my niche?

   TheSpectator replied to irishlynn5's topic in General Nursing

   Ok...real talk. One of the best things you can do for your future career is take responsibility for the jobs you accept. I know as a newer nurse it can be hard to find jobs at all, but from here on...

3. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

   TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Developmental Disabilities

   Good suggestion. Joining DDNA & networking with others is one of the first things I did. Being such a small specialty, it has been difficult to find others who work in the field. I'm so glad I...

4. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

   TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Developmental Disabilities

   Congratulations :-)! What type of facility did you end up accepting? I declined my first offer after having a bad feeling about the company/working conditions. I have since been able to interview...

5. What counts as experience?

   TheSpectator replied to hollyann89's topic in Nursing Career

   Yep! I work in L&D now. To my surprise, it is NOT my dream job. There's nothing wrong with it. I'm on a good unit, I like my coworkers, and am respected for doing a good job. It just turns out not...

6. Unit nurses...how do you feel about an outsider becoming manager?

   TheSpectator replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

   Another vote for bringing in an outside manager in most situations. My unit recently had to make this decision and promoting internally would have been a disaster for us. Some people have been...

7. "Bless Your Heart"

   TheSpectator replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   I was born, raised, and still live in the deep south. I actually have had a different experience with "Have a blessed day" than many here. It is usually used sincerely where I live. I don't personally...

8. How to Recruit talented nurses

   TheSpectator replied to IoraRecruiter's topic in General Nursing

   I agree with this. There are people who are wonderful employees out there that simply don't want to have a "family" feel with their work colleagues, and there is nothing wrong with that. I'm a fairly...

9. Exhausted Med-Surg Nurse

   TheSpectator replied to Soliloquy's topic in Medical-Surgical

   Just a follow up. I do work L&D NIGHT shift. I don't work days on purpose because it can be ccccrazy, especially if there is not good team work on your unit. There's terrific team work on the...

10. patient complaints

    TheSpectator replied to psmithlove's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, I agree with Seaofclouds. In this situation I communicate with the patient after literally every attempt to get the medication so they know I'm trying my best and care. Especially if I feel like...

11. Applied to 2 Residential DD programs

    TheSpectator replied to TheSpectator's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    I interviewed for one, was offered and declined. I'm hoping I can find something was I think would fit me a little better because I'm looking for somewhere I can stay long term. There are limited...

12. Exhausted Med-Surg Nurse

    TheSpectator replied to Soliloquy's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I was originally a med/surg nurse and switched to L&D. I always work my tail off and did ok in med/surg....but it was NOT for me. Some people thrive off of those types or work environments and...

13. Therapeutic Oils in hospital

    TheSpectator replied to Maeve1982's topic in General Nursing

    I work in LDRP and this is becoming hugely popular with people seeking a natural birth right now. Our hospital does not offer this but allows pts to bring their own oils/diffusers. I love natural...

14. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

    TheSpectator replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    In my opinion it's just general laziness. When I was brand new, or really any time I take a new job in any field, I try to be one step ahead of my preceptor/trainer. Anticipating what needs to be done...

15. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

    TheSpectator replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I literally said OMG out loud, haha. I think I'd find that too hilarious to be appropriately grossed