Nursetk4

Nursetk4

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  1. "My Nurses"

    Nursetk4 replied to HairyMurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for you input. And your opinion is important and welcomed. This maybe a nurse site but working in healthcare we are all members of the same team and each persons opinion is needed. I know...

  2. Feeling like the dumbest nurse on earth

    Nursetk4 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know this is hard. But remember this too shall pass. When you get in these high stress situations, take a few deep breaths. Studies show that deep breathing calms you down. I know it seems simple...

  3. "My Nurses"

    Nursetk4 replied to HairyMurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I take it as a compliment that I am being referred as their

  4. "My Nurses"

    Nursetk4 replied to HairyMurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I take it as a compliment when I am referred as their

  5. How do you deal with Doctors that insult nurses?

    Nursetk4 replied to relusanmi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Best

  6. Feeling like the dumbest nurse on earth

    Nursetk4 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The above comment is for

  7. Feeling like the dumbest nurse on earth

    Nursetk4 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You made me laugh. I reread my post and thought it said the same

  8. Feeling like the dumbest nurse on earth

    Nursetk4 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I suggest writing down all the issues you have had with your preceptor. Then put in order the top issues. Have time to process it and when you are in a calm place, make an appointment with the nurse...

  9. Feeling like the dumbest nurse on earth

    Nursetk4 replied to Aloe_sky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Your experience reminds me of my first job as a RN. I had a preceptor that was very similar to yours. She even called me stupid in front a patient. It was constant put downs. She was best friends with...

  10. I need a mentor

    Nursetk4 replied to Ginger702's topic in General Students

    I know you are frustrated but don't give up. All this hard work will be worth it. I promise. These experiences will help you when you are dealing with difficult patients or situations where you are...

  11. Working while in school?

    Nursetk4 replied to Bb0322's topic in General Nursing

    You my friend are

  12. Working while in school?

    Nursetk4 replied to Bb0322's topic in General Nursing

    On my first day of starting the RN program, my class was asked how many of us were working. More than half the class raised their hands. Our instructor told us we would have to quit. Well I did not...

  13. I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    Nursetk4 replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    Perfectly stated. I could not agree with you more. Being a Nurse is a stressful job. That is why it is so important to have coping measures and family/friend support. In addition, when the stress...

  14. Momma said there will be days like this

    Nursetk4 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    So today has been a fabulous day of feeling quite stupid. This transition period is definitely more than I bargained for. I guess it's when you finally think you have something figured out you are...

  15. Momma said there will be days like this

    Nursetk4 replied to Nursetk4's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. It is greatly

  16. I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    Nursetk4 replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    To Ambr46 post 21 You are absolutely

  17. I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    Nursetk4 replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    I think nursing school curriculum needs to do a better job in addressing the transition period from student to new grad. Coping skills need to be taught. Learning how to care for ourselves is vital....

  18. Does everybody want to be a NP?

    Nursetk4 replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for your post. You said exactly how I feel. I graduated over a year ago and have been practicing for almost 8 months. I love the provider role. I have worked really hard and sacrificed even...

  19. Does everybody want to be a NP?

    Nursetk4 replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    I try to treat everyone I come in contact with as an important member of the team. I could not treat my patients without the help of CNAs, fellow nurses, unit secretaries and housekeeping. Our...

  20. Never Give Up -- My Story

    Nursetk4 replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's obvious you are missing the point of what was said. It's a combination of critical thinking, being competent and showing compassion. Nothing was said about being superior for being compassionate....

  21. Does everybody want to be a NP?

    Nursetk4 replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    This is a response to post number 17. I think this is a great plan. I was a nurse for 12 years before I went back to school for my NP/MSN. I feel my years as a nurse has really helped me in my new...

  22. Never Give Up -- My Story

    Nursetk4 replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    This is the attitude of nurses eating their own. This thread is not only talking about competency but of understanding that one is human, not perfect. I agree that nursing is a combination of critical...

  23. Never Give Up -- My Story

    Nursetk4 replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for this post. You hit the nail on the head. We need to support each other. There is so much negativity in our profession. I appreciate those who are brave enough to show the issues that...

  24. Never Give Up -- My Story

    Nursetk4 replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for not giving up. I know it was not easy to share your story. There are many components of being a great nurse. Test taking is only a very small part. Being humble and compassionate are...

  25. Never Give Up -- My Story

    Nursetk4 replied to MrMango's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have meet several nurses who were extremely book smart, passed tests with ease but could not have a conversation with a patient. Nursing is a combination of critical thinking, tenacity,passion and...