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Comment on 5 Study Tips for Student Nurses by Kevin Ross

Kevin Ross — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:42:48 +0000

I wanted to reiterate that creating a weekly study group is a great idea. This was always the best way for me to absorb the information and to also hear everyone’s take on a particular lecture or subject.

Nursing often requires collaborating with your colleagues in a variety of settings. This is a practice to start implementing while you’re still in school.

Great Post Jenna!

Comment on 10 Careers With High Rates of Depression by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:55:58 +0000

Thanks so much for your comment, Kevin. I agree it is unfortunate that RN’s are in the ranks for being depressed. I guess it goes with the territory. It takes a toll to care for others during high stress times in their lives. Your experience at John Hopkins sounds incredible though I must say! You are lucky to have had the opportunity and I’m sure you are a better RN because of it. At the same time I certainly understand why you decided to go another route. I wish you happiness and success on your journey! I really appreciate you stopping by my blog, please come back again.

Thank you,

Jenna

Comment on 10 Careers With High Rates of Depression by Kevin Ross

Kevin Ross — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 03:49:22 +0000

Jenna,

I just wanted to “renew” this post a little as I just happened to stumble upon it. I have to say that it’s unfortunate that we nurses are high up in the ranks for being depressed. Sure, the article hits the nail on the head in regards to what we healthcare professionals are confronted with.

I worked at Johns Hopkins in the Cardiac SICU. In my experience, we took care of some fairly complex patients. Things that you couldn’t imagine. And, although I was confronted with this everyday, I still loved my job. I skipped to work and felt honored to be a part of that team.

However, I knew that I was just not going to be able to sustain that work environment. The experience was second to none (in my opinion), but ultimately I decided to re-invent myself and struck out on my own. I’m now a self-employed RN consultant. This path certainly isn’t for everyone as it has challenges that blow me out of the water some days, but I think being an entrepreneur saved me from myself.

I was caught up in the adrenaline of that job, I loved working with the patients, and I met some amazingly genuine and smart people. Even though I cherished every day there, I knew that I would eventually come crashing down because I made it my life, even though I had a wonderful life at home. I have a lot of respect for all of you at the bedside.

I’ve now found my balance. I can help my patients through advocacy, education, and preventative wellness…Saving more lives, and I’ve also found balance in my personal life.

I’ve just started my side project to mentor other nurses, but I hope to help more of you find the same balance. Good to know you’re out “there” Jenna.

Thanks.

Comment on Preparing for the NCLEX-RN Exam – Part 1 by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 14:42:27 +0000

Thanks to all who gave feedback on this blog post via Twitter! Please feel free to leave comments here too, thanks!

Comment on 10 Careers With High Rates of Depression by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:35:28 +0000

Thanks for all the feedback about this post via Twitter! I appreciate it! I’m glad this was a post that people gleaned insight from!

Comment on 10 Careers With High Rates of Depression by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 20:16:38 +0000

Thanks for your comment J.S. I agree with what you said about writing. It seems to me that writing would be a positive thing for someone suffering from depression. Writing can help to express thoughts and emotions which seems like a nice way combat stress if you ask me. Keep writing J.S.!

Best,

Jenna

Comment on 10 Careers With High Rates of Depression by J.S. Wayne

J.S. Wayne — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 19:30:20 +0000

The sad and frightening thing about this study is that I have a job and a career. Between the two, I fall into FOUR of the ten categories!
Good thing I’m planning to kick the job to the curb soon. Depression’s been a hot-button topic with me for years, as a longtime sufferer. Seeing statistics like this just proves that your job really CAN drain the joy out of your life!
Not giving up the writing, though. Not no way, not no how. The writing is what I thank for allowing me to retain my sanity!
Great post and best wishes

Comment on Audrey Hepburn Died of Colon Cancer – But You Don’t Have To! by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:55:13 +0000

Dear Janice,

Thank you for visiting my blog! I can certainly understand your point of view. I wish you the best in your recovery! I recommend considering every angle when it comes to cancer treatment. If you trust your doctor, listen to him/her.

Wishing you well!

Jenna

Comment on Top 10 Symptoms of Appendicitis by Jenna Mahanay

Jenna Mahanay — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:52:06 +0000

Untreated appendicitis can be fatal. If you think you have it you should go to the emergency room or dial 911.

My best to you,

Jenna

Comment on Audrey Hepburn Died of Colon Cancer – But You Don’t Have To! by janicewilliams

janicewilliams — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 18:56:15 +0000

I am 74 years old and just had surgery for colon cancer. Dr confident he got it all. wants me to have chemo. Someone would really have to convince me that chemo does not kill. very very Toxic. No thanks. I look good, I feel good, I eat good. I’ll take my chances.