Do you take things too personally at work?

None of us see the world as it is, we see the world the way we are. We all operate from different experiences, values, cultural norms, etc., that affect how we treat each other. When... 
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See who won our caption contest!

“I can’t make it to work because I’m stranded on a desert island … No! I’m not making it up this time!” And the winner is … (drum roll, please)... 
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Nurses and pharmacists: friends or foes?

An article on advanceweb.com is an interesting piece on the relationship between nurses and pharmacists, and the sometimes tricky relationship they have. Communication seems to be the... 
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Chelsea’s Mail: An opinion on doctor-assisted suicide

Q: As a caregiver, do you have an opinion about doctor-assisted suicide? A: This isn’t something I have to deal with at all at work, but it is definitely something I have found... 
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See who won our caption contest!

“Here’s a bill from the plumber. Did you know that the volunteers thought you could get rid of old fruit by flushing it down the toilet?” And the winner is …... 
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Are you a nurse?

Feeling overwhelmed with a case of the Mondays? Need a little laugh and a little stress relief? Check out this hilarious video of Gene Cotton singing “I Am a Nurse” at the... 
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Providing education with help from vending machines

Here’s a refreshing take on hospital education: A Denver company is customizing the outer skin of its vending machines for customers. You could combine a hand-washing reminder... 
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Chelsea’s Mail: Telling your nurse manager about a mistake

Q: Have you ever made a mistake or been involved in an accident at work? How did you tell your manager? A: Just the other day, I was involved in an incident that is going to cause me... 
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