mrspopeye 69 Posted April 21, 2012 I took 2 weeks off and that was more than enough, although 4 days wouldn't have been enough for me. Took all i could and enjoyed the time off where i felt fine and could get myself organized for things that I didn't think of Would you share some of the things you didn't think of post-op and what things did you do to help you feel organized afterwards? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whatever 2 Posted April 21, 2012 Hi, I am a nurse I Los Angeles. I was banded in 4/2010 and I have lost a total of 130 lb. In response to how soon we could go back to work... I am probably an exception, but I didn't take any time off at all. I didn't want anyone at work to know because I was afraid I wouldn't lose any weight, so I worked Frr, Sat, and Sunday ( 12 hr shifts), had the surgery on Monday, and was back to work Thur, Fri, and Sat. I am a labor and delivery nurse, so it is pretty physically demanding. Sandy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jepegurl 23 Posted April 21, 2012 Hi' date=' I am a nurse I Los Angeles. I was banded in 4/2010 and I have lost a total of 130 lb. In response to how soon we could go back to work... I am probably an exception, but I didn't take any time off at all. I didn't want anyone at work to know because I was afraid I wouldn't lose any weight, so I worked Frr, Sat, and Sunday ( 12 hr shifts), had the surgery on Monday, and was back to work Thur, Fri, and Sat. I am a labor and delivery nurse, so it is pretty physically demanding. Sandy[/quote'] Hi Sandy, I'm an L&D nurse too in St Louis. I was banded 3 days ago. Congrats on your success! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chamie 29 Posted April 21, 2012 Hi, I am a nurse I Los Angeles. I was banded in 4/2010 and I have lost a total of 130 lb. In response to how soon we could go back to work... I am probably an exception, but I didn't take any time off at all. I didn't want anyone at work to know because I was afraid I wouldn't lose any weight, so I worked Frr, Sat, and Sunday ( 12 hr shifts), had the surgery on Monday, and was back to work Thur, Fri, and Sat. I am a labor and delivery nurse, so it is pretty physically demanding. Sandy Oh Thank goodness! I was secretly worried that I was sabotaging myself!! Congratulations on such a wonderful success! You should be so proud! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mags2u 57 Posted April 22, 2012 Hello! I love that there are so many nurses out here making the committment to better our lives! I'm an RN in MO. I was banded 1/10/12 and have lost 48lbs as of today. Fortunately, I also am a surgery nurse, so I REALLY knew too much for my own good, but fortunately I knew my CRNA and she gave me a great cocktail of versed and made sure I was comfortable. Surgery was a breeze. Week after crappy,but its kind of like having children, you forget about the pain. I've had my 3rd fill (4cc total) and THINK I've hit the sweet spot. With each fill you hae to really adjust your attitude about food. Glad to be here on the thread! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thamm 46 Posted April 22, 2012 Hey Carole... I am nurse also from Warner robins if u want to start a group of know of a group please let me know. My email msslick7777@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from u Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
