All posts by: Joni Watson

Quality is Never an Accident

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At the Intersection of the Low Lane and the High Road

Standing at the intersection of the Low Lane or the High Road is never fun. Actually, the journey or situation placing you there typically isn’t an enjoyable one. Some event occurred and now you must choose to “sling mud,” “throw... Read More

A Little Goes A Long Way

A little sarcasm can plant a seed of bitterness and doubt. A brief glance can shame a colleague. A tiny, under-the-breath laugh can cause confusion and paranoia. One misplaced discussion can start a snowball of regret. One word of encouragement... Read More

‘Don’t Give Up. Don’t Ever Give Up.’ -Jimmy V.

It’s Jimmy V Week. It’s okay if it’s new to you; it was new to me. My husband actually educated me on it and the namesake of the Jimmy V. Foundation for Cancer Research – Jimmy Valvano. Apparently there was... Read More

Seven Days of School Nurse Care

School nurses amaze me. They have hundreds of lives within their care. Literally. It’s in one word – ridiculous – that school nurse care requirements aren’t more stringent. On top of that, they have to be master pediatric nurses, with care running... Read More

Break and Rest

Six days since my last post. I enjoyed the time away from the computer and most other electronics. I stayed in my home for five straight days, and I loved every moment. I hosted both family Thanksgiving dinners for the... Read More

Holiday!

The holidays are here! It’s a short work-week for many in the U.S., celebrating Thanksgiving. I’m personally excited to see family and enjoy precious moments with them. Nursetopia posts have been a little less frequent recently as I’ve been preparing... Read More

Do You Know the Social Media Nurse of the Year?

Impactednurse is at it again – elevating and highlighting nursing with the 2012 Social Media Nurse of the Year Award. Head over and nominate a nurse now who is using social media as a tool to improve nursing care and... Read More

Steal Like an Artist [Book Review]

I stole borrowed this book from a co-worker. I love it so much, though, that I’m purchasing my own copy. (Yeah, you heard me, Austin Kleon; I’m buying you a cup o’ joe. Who knows…maybe we’ve sat next to one... Read More