Natasha, RN, BSN

Natasha, RN, BSN

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  1. I want to quit nursing.

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Nomad_Nurse1's topic in General Nursing

    Well, there's definitely an adjustment period. However... it is hard to 'adjust' to your current situation with the working environment not being what it once used to be when you were there prior....

  2. Nurses: How far is your commute?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    26 miles (30 min) one way. Three 12hr

  3. Report etiquette

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to nursecatRN's topic in General Nursing

    You are correct, nursecat, about looking up those kind of things before the report And that is what I do, and thus knew when I would eventually GET report from that nurse, I would need to log back in...

  4. Feeling guilty about calling in sick.

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Becca, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think because you are feeling guilty shows you have a heart and truly feel bad for needing to call in sick. And yes, when I have to call in sick, I feel absolutely terrible about it. But remember,...

  5. Decided to respect my mental health!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to priyaremi's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats to you!!! Sounds like you had a gut feeling to not take the hospital job that would leave you running around like crazy with a high nurse to patient ratio and limited training. Run for the...

  6. Disciplining employee in front of other employees?!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Seas's topic in General Nursing

    If it were me, I would let my manger know (face to face) that if corrections need to happen in the future, then in private would be best. Otherwise, if some situation should arise again, you could get...

  7. Report etiquette

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to nursecatRN's topic in General Nursing

    This is EXACTLY why I open my computer when I'm coming on shift and receiving report. But am I documenting events of the night when giving report? Nope, because that IS rude. As you've stated, and I...

  8. Would you tell a coworker they're going to be demoted?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to jschut's topic in General Nursing

    I know she's your friend... but... I'd steer clear of getting in the middle. Things ALWAYS have a way of getting out, and the last thing you need is your boss upset at YOU. Since you know what your...

  9. Just took my nclex

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Jr./RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got 75 questions, 30+ sata, and passed. And... the trick DID work for me, of course it's no guarantee, but helps put the mind at ease. Good luck, I'm sure you did great

  10. Fragrance Sacrifice

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Shonqueen1's topic in General Nursing

    There is that "one person" on my unit that does that as well. Speaking as one who immediately sneezes and gets watery eyes from other's fragrances that are either too strong or horribly scented, I...

  11. Is this what nursing is about?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to russianbear's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, those attributes seem to run rampant on many nursing units. Not all, of course, it's just a very common theme amongst many units and in many hospitals. Having a strong NM helps, of...

  12. Coworker conflict

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Lena23's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my gosh.... Reading this is almost exactly like what I went through when I was a new nurse on the unit. And the only one among very experienced nurses. My heart goes out to you! I, too, went...

  13. Night shift RN's :Do you eat in the morning after your shift?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to DesertSky's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I absolutely eat right after shift, and before going to bed; usually on my 30 min drive home. It's just raisins or a banana, nothing heavy. But I too will otherwise wake up starving around noon, and...

  14. Just passed my nclex on Dec 30 2015

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to cantwaittograduate1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats! And so awesome to grab your dream job!!!

  15. What are some of the most ridiculous requests you have heard?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    "Can I keep my placenta in your staff frig until I get discharged?" Um... no "Turn around! I want my family to see this! You have have the cutest butt in those scrubs!" smh from sheer embarrassment......

  16. Even the Stoic Have a Breaking Point

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Rose_Queen's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of tears as I read this... Hugs to you, and your

  17. Night Nursing: Precepting & Perception

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Larry2016's topic in General Students

    Well, I can definitely say that night shift nurses work! And work hard! Speaking as a night shift nurse myself (I work some day shifts too when my unit is in a pinch, but mostly nights), there are...

  18. New grad school nurse

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Determined621's topic in School

    If that is what your heart is calling you to do, do it! :) I myself hope to one day become a school nurse, but right now I cannot financially afford it. Nursing is my second career; I was a teacher...

  19. Question about weekend schedules

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to melc0305's topic in General Nursing

    For my unit, we're required to work three weekend shifts every 4 weeks (only Sat and Sun count). So, I try and knock out two of them on one weekend, then do just one shift the next, which of course...

  20. Am I nuts?

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to akcw1981's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel like you know where your passion lies... go for it!!! It's a big decision either way, but go with your gut and what you can imagine seeing yourself doing

  21. I PASSED NCLEX with 265 Questions!!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to atticus27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations!!!

  22. Family and studying!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Hmfaith124's topic in General Students

    In my humble opinion, and with respect to your busy schedule, my advice is to study a little bit each day. For example, do 20-30 practice questions at the beginning and end of each day (but be sure to...

  23. Nursing managers, do tell!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to strawberryfields's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, I agree with the others... Dues are paid and you have the experience. Just try and apply! You are definitely an asset! Good

  24. So I've been reading

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to Realauren89's topic in General Students

    Saunders NCLEX prep book, plus doing all the test prep questions on whatever topic was up for discussion, helped me through each semester in nursing school. I have it to thank for the excellent grades...

  25. Really, is this real?!?!

    Natasha, RN, BSN replied to FlossyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! Sounds like a dangerous situation, and with no teamwork to help, that's an awful lot of stress. Nursing is not easy, and having no teamwork makes it worse. If a switch to a different unit is...