WinterLilac

WinterLilac

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  1. Psych nurses all have a mental illness

    WinterLilac posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Now don't get me wrong, I've copped a lot of psych nurse jokes/digs but tonight amongst a group of old aged care (LTC) colleagues, the same person made the same comment 'I always say, psych nurses...

  2. Advice please? I feel like I made a huge mistake...

    WinterLilac replied to jss1985's topic in General Nursing

    It would be great if you could sort out your days off so you have at least a couple days to spend together. We sacrifice so much for work and at the end of the day, we are just a number which can be...

  3. Opinions wanted!

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in General Nursing

    Appreciate your input. It is clearly understood the points about seizures, I will be providing education regarding

  4. Opinions wanted!

    WinterLilac posted a topic in General Nursing

    So everyone, I've come to you before to get your advice and it's been incredible. You all have different opinions but back them up with rationale, true nurses! I would like your advice/opinion once...

  5. Advice please? I feel like I made a huge mistake...

    WinterLilac replied to jss1985's topic in General Nursing

    That's just it, you know what shift you work well in. Which shift you can provide the best care for your patients as well as keeping a balance in your personal life. I agree with the above poster; pay...

  6. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hi Everyone, I have entered a National speaking competition and have chosen a subject that we nurses experience on a daily basis; people being spoken to or treated differently because of the way they...

  7. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for your POV. I see the thread has branched off into languages rather than the initial intent of identifying the way we communicate rather than who speaks what. Accents, particularly strong...

  8. Please, It's a brief - not a diaper

    WinterLilac replied to Glycerine82's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yeah I hate it called a Nappy (what you guys call diapers). We call them pull-up pads or wrap-around pads. Some residents refer to them as a nappy but we

  9. Do you think nurses get special treatment?

    WinterLilac replied to NurseLife88's topic in General Nursing

    My sister-in-law who works as an RN in the emergency department of the local hospital was pulled over for speeding. The police officer who pulled her over had brought a lot of drunken degenerates to...

  10. Washing scrubs?

    WinterLilac replied to dd131's topic in General Nursing

    I carry good quality roll-on deodorant in my bag and apply on breaks. If you need, also carry some wet wipes to freshen your pits then apply a fresh smear of deodorant. It takes minutes in the...

  11. Debilitating anxiety and fear of harm

    WinterLilac replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    I like Alex's response. When in an emergency situation and you feel like panicking, just remember First Aid. In Australia it is DRSABCD: Danger (remove) Response (prompt responses from casualties)...

  12. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So we know of the 'Restraining factors' (keeping the problem status quo), what would you suggest as 'Driving factors' (changing the status quo)? Im thinking patience, don't assume (assume makes an...

  13. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your post is very much appreciated. I will use some of these thoughts. Thank you so

  14. Dealing with faeces?

    WinterLilac replied to ToastaHands's topic in General Students

    15 years in health care and I STILL hate faeces! I agree with other posters about getting used to it. Not so much getting used to the smell and general disgustingness (word?) but being able to...

  15. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you so much for your comment, I've taken notes because it resonates so much with what I'm talking

  16. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Impaired vision, another notable disability which is often overlooked in adequate communication. Have noted to include in my speech. You guys are freaking awesome í ½í± Oh and yes, I agree to...

  17. Communication Discrimination

    WinterLilac replied to WinterLilac's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I hadn't thought of hearing issues. Something else I will include. How often this occurs, someone is asked something, the person doesn't hear correctly and instead of ensuring they understand what was...

  18. Go Fund Me for Co-workers?

    WinterLilac replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This is not a co-worker but someone I used to follow on Instagram. All last year she posted photos of her holidaying twice to Hawaii and one to Las Vegas (we live in Australia so the flights alone are...

  19. Got Fired - Need help writing resume

    WinterLilac replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Being a Devil's Advocate here, it may be more of your time management issues than choosing to stay late to 'give them the best care possible'. Your colleagues most likely provided thorough care within...

  20. Nursing Dreams and Nightmares

    WinterLilac replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    We went camping in our camper trailer last week and I dreamt I was in my office at work and a client emergency alarm went off (usually means attempted suicide or self-harm) so I leapt up off the...

  21. 3 Strike Rule: Non-Compliant Patients

    WinterLilac replied to cocoa_puff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Amen.

  22. LPN - I really think I hate being a nurse

    WinterLilac replied to beejay0829's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    3 words: Keep getting educated. You will be amazed at the opportunities that become available to you when you get a tertiary education. Also, think about what you'd absolutely LOVE to do as a...

  23. Theraputic ideas for patient activities

    WinterLilac replied to amwatkins72's topic in Psychiatric

    Are (some) people staying on the inpatient unit able to leave accompanied by staff? Any activity which subjects them to our good friend Mr Sun is worthwhile. The vitamin D, as we all know, can benefit...

  24. The "How was your day" question

    WinterLilac replied to dma13's topic in General Nursing

    My partner asks when he gets home and I say "It was alright, how was yours?" He says "It was alright" then settles to watch his favourite TV show. I don't know how his favourite TV show triggers me,...

  25. How do you handle manipulative/demanding patients?

    WinterLilac replied to kimmyanne02's topic in Psychiatric

    Eck, ganging up on you and insulting your appearance is verbal abuse, intimidation and bullying and should not be tolerated. I hope those patients were reprimanded firmly for that