LoriAlabamaRN

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  1. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    I will be praying for you as well. You will do FINE. Remember, he does not control you any longer. You have ALWAYS deserved better than that and NEVER deserved what he did to you. Keep your chin up,...

  2. Do Patients Try to Tip You?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to daisybaby's topic in Ob/Gyn

    :roll When I first read this topic, I thought it said "Do your patients ever try to TRIP you, which is much more likely where I

  3. Question re: lupus and fibromyalgia

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to KAW1962's topic in General Nursing

    You sound so much like me. I was diagnosed after a blood test showed antibodies indicative of an auto-immune disorder but further tests ruled our scleroderma, lupus, etc. At first I rejected the...

  4. Just took boards!!!!

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to ladybug_9828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm so sorry ladybug. I was really rooting for you when I read your first post the other day. Don't give up. Is there a review course offered anywhere in your vicinity? I went to a Kaplan review...

  5. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    kids, Thank you SO much... I have read it with interest... it gives me the postsurgical expectations in such readable detail... thank you so

  6. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    I want to thank everyone for sharing your stories with me and for your concern and prayers. I've really gotten some great advice. I hoep that my outcome is as good as the ones you've shared! I just...

  7. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for your concern- I do work in LTC, I'm the night shift supervisor. I don't have to lift or transfer residents (thank goodness). When applying for the job I was very honest about my...

  8. Terminated? Do I get paid for unused paid time off?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to GooeyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would simply call the DON, and state that you did not realize you would be terminated if you didn't agree to come back when she called. She owes you an explanation on that. You don't have to burn...

  9. Am I in? What does it mean?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to romie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It sounds to me like you have reason to celebrate! At least, that's how I would interpret the meeting. Sounds like you really impressed

  10. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    You have every right to take a break. Don't worry about doing so, the important thing is to get yourself healed. I remember the fear, and trust me, it gets better. Get yourself a gun and take lessons...

  11. TB test lawsuit?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LearningRN's topic in Home Health

    I wouldn't worry about a lawsuit, as long as you documented properly. It isn't your fault that she turned up positive. Try not to worry about

  12. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    I hope the OP wasn't shamed off of this thread by the ignorance of one... we ARE here for you. Please let us know how you are doing- PM me if you'd rather not post

  13. Burnout In ER

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Kev702's topic in Emergency

    How about traveling? You could probably sepcify the type of ER you wanted, have tons of variety and still maintain your self-scheduling... and see the country to

  14. New job search after dismissal due to pt injury

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Furrmom's topic in Nursing Career

    A lot depends on the circumstances of the accident, if you feel comfortable disclosing them (you can PM me if you like) then maybe we could help come up with a way to present it without looking...

  15. Coloring book and Flash cards

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to tookewlandy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Coloring books- I haven't heard of those, they make coloring books for A&P? As for flashcards, I made my own out of index cards. That way I could customize them to the specific info that I would...

  16. Snack ideas?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to akvarmit's topic in Home Health

    Subway has delicious healthy subs, and any of them can be fixed as a wrap which is much easier/less messy to eat while driving. That's a staple with dh and me for road

  17. Visitation and staying the night

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to optimisticSRNA's topic in MICU, SICU

    I think nurses are more than qualified to make the decision as to whether or not overnight visitors would be therapeutic. My dh was very sick recently and spent 5 days in CCU. The wonderful, WONDERFUL...

  18. What field of Nursing will you work in??? & best/worst place to work?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to iheartnursing_cali's topic in General Nursing

    I could NOT have said it better... I love working in LTC. Of course there are the heartbreaking moments, but isn't that true everywhere? I could never work in OB/Peds. Or a med-surg floor. I love...

  19. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Oh wow- having it next week?!?! I will be praying for you!!! How do you manage the pain you are in? I have a TENS unit that is marginally effective, and I go through Advil and Aleve like candy (which...

  20. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean about the inability to use your legs- after the car accident I did not know that I had broken my back- sounds silly, but even though my back was sore my neck whiplash hurt worse....

  21. Best Advice You've Ever Heard

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to thumperRN's topic in General Nursing

    Never be too busy to

  22. It's a girl! I delivered on Thursday!

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to L&D_2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    How wonderful!!! My heartfelt congratulations. Her name is beautiful. You must be so proud and happy right now! When do we get to see a

  23. Describe your last day at work in 50 words or less !?

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    lady fell out of bed again, CNA refused to work, TV fell off wall onto laundry guy, new admission left for me to do, tough to get medical history from confused man who thinks I stole his

  24. Oh My God! Serious Advice Pls! Med-surg Or Icu Job???

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to Hebrews 13:5's topic in General Nursing

    Since you are already comfortable with med-surg and familiar with the director, I would honestly start there. Working there would also give you a chance to gain confidence in your abilities, and you...

  25. car accident in florida with Dr RX

    LoriAlabamaRN replied to sarasota70RN's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not sure if it is the same everywhere, but I work at a facility in soutehrn Alabama. I have fibromyalgia as well as severe spinal problems (broke my back in a car accident 6 years ago,...