megatronRN

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1. Neobar use in the NICU

   megatronRN replied to lmse's topic in NICU

   1. Neobars are secured by the RT at delivery. Even with drying and correct placement, adhesion can be an issue. On our tiniest babies (23-25w), we still use cloth tape to secure ETTs. 2. We use a thin piece of clear tape to secure the NG to the ETT....

2. Neobar use in the NICU

   megatronRN replied to lmse's topic in NICU

   It's interesting that you said nasal intubation is the way forward, as on our unit it has been completely phased out due to facial/sinus trauma and septum breakdown. A few of our doctors still nasally intubate, but only if an infant has a history of ...

3. Level 3...not good enough?

   megatronRN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in NICU

   Push for the sicker babies and continue on your path. When I want a particular assignment, I try to get to the unit earlier than normal and speak to the Charge Nurse. I'm not sure how your unit functions or does assignments, but this usually works fo...

4. New grad with 2 job offers

   megatronRN replied to Nurseannieb's topic in General Nursing

   If you have any desire to continue your education in the near future, go ICU. Yes it is stressful, yes it is a lot to learn, yes it is difficult, but overall it will benefit your career more and you will be able to move along faster than you would be...

5. CNA's in a NICU setting

   megatronRN replied to milliemack15's topic in NICU

   Many NICUs do not use CNAs anymore. I'd imagine you will be restocking, answering phones, gathering supplies, setting up equipment, etc. You'll be functioning more as HUC/equipment aid. A wonderful opportunity and great experience if you have any int...

6. Why did you decide to become a nurse?

   megatronRN replied to sd610's topic in General Nursing

   For the plethora of free food in the break room, obviously.

7. NICU vs. Peds Med-Surg/Step-down

   megatronRN replied to nurse-samie's topic in Pediatric

   Hi! I am currently working in the NICU. I love it, but it is extremely unit specific and I couldn't see easily transitioning into PICU. As a level III NICU, the main diagnosis you work with is prematurity. Neonates are a different beast all their own...

8. Lack of Experinced Nurses on Night Shift

   megatronRN posted a topic in General Nursing

   Hi All! I'm curious if anyone else has insight into this issue... I began working in a level III NICU five months ago. I'm enjoying my role and learning a great deal. Most of the experienced nurses are very helpful and great teachers, however, the un...

9. Staying comfortable vs. hastening death

   megatronRN replied to RNMarykay's topic in General Nursing

   I've never hesitated to use the ordered "comfort measure" drugs in a dying patient. If the patient is actively dying, it seems much more ethical to lessen their pain and make them comfortable through the experience. Most families agree with this prac...

10. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    livi66- It was the Women's Health Unit.

11. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    One of my applications switched from "Under Review" to "Applicant Not Selected". It's good to know they are moving on in the process! Has anyone heard anything about Labor and Delivery?

12. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    They called me for ortho/neuro, but I expressed my top choices were L&D and Oncology. No one should get discouraged, it sounds like they have a lot of applications to get through and a lot of HR people working on it!

13. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    I got a call Wednesday from SMCA for my third choice unit. She said she was going to see if I was a candidate for my first choice and get back to me about interviews. Hopefully soon! She did mention that for the first interviews they try to connect a...

14. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    Just got all my applications in finally! Good luck to everyone! This thread has lots of good info... thank you to those who posted! Hopefully someone hears something soon regarding an interview.

15. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas

    Sameee