Career
A Gift from a Patient
This week I received a gift from a patient: really the 1st gift I’ve ever received from someone I’ve cared for as a nurse. This came at a time when I have been contemplating my current job satisfaction. You see, I’ve entered into a period of “calm.” Yes, things can get stressful, but overall, I’m realizing [...]
Read More...Juggling the Holidays
The other night I was completely prepared to work my Thanksgiving holiday night-shift. I’d baked a couple casseroles to share in the unit feast, I’d made my excuses to the three different holiday meals I’d been invited to, and I’d rescheduled my own family’s feast. Then the phone rang at 5PM and the charge nurse [...]
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More Scrubs Blogs
It seems to me sometimes that the more I have to do, the more I procrastinate. For example, currently, I have a paper to write, a presentation to put together, and a million emails to answer. That doesn’t even include the stuff I need to do for work! And because I have so much to do, I find myself currently watching the Bachelor: Jason and Molly Get Married.
More...There will come a time, at least once, in your career where you will hit a wall when you are trying to deal with your manager. Here are three steps to get you through.
More...Folks, I’m here to tell ya being healthy and more health-conscious does not mean you have to sacrifice your sanity!
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