Hollybobs

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  1. New nurse needing help with being assertive when delegating task to CNAs

    Hollybobs replied to NurseMari22's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yes, as a nurse I am well aware of that and I thought that time management seemed like a challenge for the OP but the original query was regarding how to delegate better. The problem wasn't which...

  2. Religiously, On AllNurses

    Hollybobs replied to elijahvegas's topic in General Nursing

    I really like it too. I only joined a month ago and haven't been off it! It's fascinating seeing the differences and similarities between American nurses' experiences and my own. I also like how blunt...

  3. Should I leave this racist town?

    Hollybobs replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There is a wide range of responses on here. There seems to be a lack of understanding that racism is not like being called nasty names. It is treating another human being like they are unequal, that...

  4. Successful Orientees Vs Unsuccessful Orientees

    Hollybobs replied to purplegal's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's a really interesting point but I think it goes both ways. I think the newbie should definitely try very hard to adapt and fit in, they will have an easier time if they do. However, I think the...

  5. New nurse needing help with being assertive when delegating task to CNAs

    Hollybobs replied to NurseMari22's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Welcome to AN, I am also new. I hear what you are saying about finding a number of things, not just time management, difficult. Can you think of any solutions or approaches? Also..."more important...

  6. Quick question

    Hollybobs replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    Folded gauze directly over the site. If no problems with constant oozing/bleeding then a dressing (slightly stretched) over the top. If it doesn't stop oozing/bleeding then I'd use steristrips/ a...

  7. Omitted Work History

    Hollybobs replied to EvaFreeman's topic in General Nursing

    I can see why you didn't put it down, especially as you weren't even out of orientation. I think if you are challenged I think you can explain why you didn't think it counted. I can't see they would...

  8. Patience is a virtue

    Hollybobs replied to Pinknurse12's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Pink, you sound like you are doing really well and like you are already doing A LOT to try to be kind and patient and help this lady! I've had lots of these kind of patients. So, for what it's...

  9. Nursing is my passion but I feel like I am too dumb.

    Hollybobs replied to Katlin1315's topic in General Nursing

    You had to take care of your grandmother daily at 15/16? That's some serious life skills learnt right there. Not everyone has those at 19. From your posts you don't sound dumb at all! Good luck...

  10. Should I leave this racist town?

    Hollybobs replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It is NOT okay today or ever. Serious respect to you for managing to go in each

  11. Should I leave this racist town?

    Hollybobs replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Me too, it sickens me. I'm sorry you are having to put up with

  12. I harmed my first patient today.

    Hollybobs replied to starwarrior's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Oh please don't worry! Your technique sounds correct. I double aspirate as I worry someone previous to me may have overfilled the balloon but I tend to be over-cautious. You know that the blood and...

  13. Nursing speciality for someone that hates people

    Hollybobs replied to Gogol's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Absolutely agree. This is really positive and insightful. I think the OP might be more of a people person than they think, I can't put my finger on why. You said you want to interact with people,...

  14. 0200 BP's - Dealing with Tired Rude Doctors

    Hollybobs replied to Jennifer in Cali's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Raising the issue of the BP with the MD and receiving a response you didn't want or raising the topic on here and receiving a response you didn't want? I'm being flippant but you've hit the same road...

  15. Advice

    Hollybobs replied to Tedstar's topic in General Nursing

    Keep a record of all the positive feedback you receive and have received whilst being a student. Read it. Remember it. Dig down deep inside and look at what qualities you have that will make you a...

  16. The Fifth Vital Sign

    Hollybobs replied to bgxyrnf's topic in General Nursing

    Is that the case? By that math you could never say you had 10/10 pain and the scale would either end at 9/10 and/or become meaningless. If 10/10 was the original pain plus the hammer smashing the...

  17. Having second thoughts..

    Hollybobs replied to MBarger's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is good to start off as you are on the basis that if you are gonna get ground down, it's better not start cynical. (!) I suppose it is about taking that desire and using all your skill and...

  18. Are You Nurse Jackie or Nurse Zoey?

    Hollybobs replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I'd love to be a Jackie (sans drugs) but am firmly, in all my embarrassingly earnest enthusiasm, a Zoey. I love both characters. And I'd like Dr O'Hara's style and

  19. Dealing with a burnt out seasoned nurse

    Hollybobs replied to Mkl92's topic in General Nursing

    That isn't fair. When she comes in and assumes the role of charge have you asked her whether you can be charge that shift on the basis that you are much more informed regarding the patients? Also,...

  20. Dear Preceptors

    Hollybobs replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    This is helpful, I'm relatively new to precepting but I enjoy it and would like to do it well. It is easy when you are working with certain new staff. I'd like to better be able to help those who...

  21. When a pt "gets" to you

    Hollybobs replied to mmc51264's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That sounds very tough. I think sometimes we are are bit vulnerable on shift as our emotions are pulled in different directions so something can slip under our guard and hit home harder than normal....

  22. Less judgment more, construction. Don't tell me I cannot, tell me how to, and this is why.

    Hollybobs replied to honeyforasalteyfish's topic in General Nursing

    I suppose you can't change other's behaviour or thoughts but you can advocate for greater mental health awareness and removal of the attached stigma. When I've wanted to change others' reactions I've...

  23. Successful Orientees Vs Unsuccessful Orientees

    Hollybobs replied to purplegal's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think all the factors you and the other posters have listed come into play and depending on the job, some will apply more than others, it's pretty impossible for you, from the outside, to tell which...

  24. Work Culture: Eating the Young

    Hollybobs replied to Amywat's topic in General Nursing

    Like you say, it is your first job and you will gain confidence and the ability to deal with or prevent these situations as time goes on. My first reaction is that boundaries are important, deciding...

  25. Seasoned bedside nurses.......how do you plan your day?

    Hollybobs replied to Beffers81's topic in General Nursing

    My hypothetical day shift template, where all patients are equal and stable: -Safety checks/introduction/ head to toe assessment -Meds pass -Assist with breakfast -Ward round -Vital signs and washes...