Workitinurfava

Workitinurfava BSN, RN

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  1. Inexperienced nurse in a more critical role

    Workitinurfava replied to marilynaalvarez's topic in General Nursing

    Try another CM

  2. I left my job and feel lost.

    Workitinurfava replied to KatiejonD's topic in General Nursing

    You are someone outside of that (school nurse) role. Enjoy your time unemployed and look for work. You couldn't save city hall, it's okay. Try something else. Look online for nursing jobs you can do...

  3. Does the exhaustion go away?

    Workitinurfava replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    The exhaustion is there because you are working long hours and your body is not liking that. I don't think that will change until you get better

  4. Well, there goes our bonus!

    Workitinurfava replied to T-Bird78's topic in General Nursing

    It seems they found an excuse not to give you a

  5. Med carts with no drawers

    Workitinurfava replied to Astral Walker's topic in Patient Medications

    It is very exhausting having to go back and forward. I remember having to do that. I don't think there will be a better way because most places only want you handling one set of meds at a

  6. I don't think i can be around this co-worker anymore.

    Workitinurfava replied to fulitarn's topic in General Nursing

    There is nothing wrong with saying you are uncomfortable and the behavior needs to stop. "I was very uncomfortable, and wanted to run. Several days later and I'm still having issues with it. I almost...

  7. Humana Telephonic Nurse 2 advice?

    Workitinurfava replied to RocknRollYogaRn's topic in Case Management

    Is the position strictly on the phone or do you have to do some field

  8. I don't think i can be around this co-worker anymore.

    Workitinurfava replied to fulitarn's topic in General Nursing

    Tell him you are uncomfortable with his behavior and it needs to stop. I feel you were in shock when it happened and now you think he feels you okayed it ,so you are blaming yourself. Don't. Stand up...

  9. I hate nursing!!!

    Workitinurfava replied to OverlyStressedRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Try case management or is that what you do

  10. When did being pregnant become a disability?

    Workitinurfava replied to guest940422's topic in General Nursing

    I have never been pregnant and working as a nurse. I admire women who have done it. It is not easy as this work is very

  11. Am I a woosy for feeling 5 patients is too much on a medsurg floor

    Workitinurfava replied to PaperPushingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I remember those days. My shift was 3 am -11 pm but I and everyone else left at 3 am so we could get everything

  12. Am I a woosy for feeling 5 patients is too much on a medsurg floor

    Workitinurfava replied to PaperPushingRN's topic in General Nursing

    A co-worker of mine (110 pounds 5ft) was punched by a 6 ft 250 pound man while performing bedside care. This happened on an oncology floor. He punched her so hard that she blacked out, and only...

  13. Oncology PCT Hospital Interview Help

    Workitinurfava replied to Halienichole26's topic in General Nursing

    Just say you want to broaden your experience so you can be a well rounded

  14. Let Go From Job During Orientation

    Workitinurfava replied to Coffee&freedom76's topic in General Nursing

    I went from working on a rehab unit with barely any IV's to working on an oncology med-surg floor (using Iv's with sometimes 4 channels being a used on my shift) in the inner city. It was not an easy...

  15. Recent hire... feeling trapped in current position

    Workitinurfava replied to 0ldsoulss's topic in Nursing Career

    Most nurses have been through similar things. You will earn your stripes/badges and one day move on. You will have to toughen up. That is the reality, especially if you want to survive in this field....

  16. First job as an RN

    Workitinurfava replied to JBail's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You will always have some nervousness (some of it will help you practice safely) but you should learn how to control it so you can work

  17. Accomadating patients racist request?

    Workitinurfava replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe the family can find a place with all white people so the can have all white care. No place should accommodate this behavior. Behave yourself or you are out of luck for health care. Just imagine...

  18. Big DILEMMA - Take NCLEX after 25 yrs OR Take a $2500 course to reactivate?

    Workitinurfava replied to zibtherealnurse's topic in Retired Nurses

    I hope things work out for you. It is possible but complicated. It seems to me that taking the Nclex would be the easier route to go and then you can see where you stand after that. If you go the case...

  19. Is it normal to feel doubtful?

    Workitinurfava replied to victoriapenner's topic in General Students

    You have a case of low self esteem but as you accomplish things you can build your confidence. Do what you are afraid to do, you will feel so good about yourself for doing so. Please don't confide in...

  20. First semester- feels like drowning

    Workitinurfava replied to BagelBomber's topic in General Students

    There is so much info to recall so it isn't uncommon to feel that you have not done well on the exams. Don't stress yourself out. Just wait to see the

  21. LTC nurses...

    Workitinurfava replied to Cora_Ann's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hospital nurses are expected to be on there feet and are always being monitored by the top people in the hospital so just keep that in mind. I started as a CNA in a LTC environment. I worked as an RN...

  22. Pregnancy Loss and Unhappy New Grad

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

    If you look at this in a different way, you may understand that having the med-surg experience can lead to more opportunities. It can help you be a better maternity nurse when the time comes....

  23. Infusion times....in a pickle...

    Workitinurfava replied to mi_dreamin's topic in General Nursing

    Antibiotics can make your day insane. Hang in

  24. Bullying/Harrassment?

    Workitinurfava replied to warthawg's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like two different topics. Anyhow try to get it fixed. Do you have the agreement in

  25. New nurse getting dumped on. Ready to switch.

    Workitinurfava replied to NewNurse1997's topic in General Nursing

    This place sounds like most of the places I've worked. I don't know what to tell you except to take care of your health. If you pass out patients will still be sent to your floor. I am fortunate...