Shift Observations

A Nurse’s Sketch Book

Nearly a year ago, I wrote a post about mindfulness and found time for creativity, in which I described … More

Preparing materials for tumor conferences is part of my role as an oncology nurse navigator. It involves, among other responsibilities, … More

The air temperature was below freezing, and because of all of the rain earlier in the week, the streets were … More

While tightening a Luer lock connector to its mate after starting an IV, I curse myself once again for not playing … More

Our fatigue is often caused not by work, but by worry, frustration and resentment. Dale Carnegie I had one of … More

With the care of an archeologist sifting for fossils, I hold his right arm for a second time, turning it … More

Why does that very first IV start on the first shift back from a vacation always cause just a little … More

Three nurses at lunch break in the staff lounge, focus intently on their phones. A fourth nurse enters. She asks, “What … More