mmsparkle

mmsparkle has 12 years experience and specializes in Orthopaedics, ITU and Critical Care Outr.

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1. Band 6 interview /presentation

   mmsparkle replied to Emmapearce's topic in UK

   Hi Emma, sorry I came to this too late to help. How did it go?

2. Just done CPR on neighbour's wife

   mmsparkle replied to mmsparkle's topic in General Nursing

   Oh I know, I was dreading bringing her back in a hypoxic brain damaged condition. For the best really. Thanks all. We will try to organise meals for her family for the next couple of days.

3. Just done CPR on neighbour's wife

   mmsparkle replied to mmsparkle's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks Horseshoe. I really hope so. It was just so futile and undignified, especially as we had to leave her body on the floor until the police arrived. I am choosing to believe that by coming to ask me for help, the neighbour was effectively consen...

4. Just done CPR on neighbour's wife

   mmsparkle posted a topic in General Nursing

   Not sure where I'm going with this thread. CPR was inevitably unsuccessful, the lady had had a huge GI bleed. I stayed with husband until ambulance crew had delivered bad news and there was no more I could do. It feels unfinished, compared to the deb...

5. turned down for four band 6 posts what am I doing wrong?

   mmsparkle replied to cazzahill92's topic in UK

   The interview system relies solely on points, given depending on your answers and if they meet the pre-selected criteria. As an interviewer, it can be very frustrating when an excellent nurse fails to perform as well at interview as a mediocre nurse;...

6. Did I do the right thing?

   mmsparkle replied to MaryFitzgerald's topic in UK

   I guess it depends on the prescription, your local policies, and what type of insulin it was - long or short-acting. You can complete the Datix yourself with the information you have been given by her.

7. Studying in the UK: A Guide to Academic Writing

   mmsparkle replied to XB9S's topic in UK

   Thank you! I was just procrastinating instead of writing an essay for my MSc - appreciate both the content and the motivational 'nudge'.

8. Are nurses being imported to the UK?

   mmsparkle replied to Ginger's Mom's topic in UK

   Yes - we are looking to Portugal and Phillipines currently to fill critical care posts.

9. Looking to connect with other Christian nurses

   mmsparkle replied to SuzieF's topic in Spirituality

   I am a nurse, and have recently come to Christianity. In response to a question further up, I tend to keep it quiet (I'd hate to attempt to evangelise with the wrong person!) but am just beginning to get braver, and to proclaim my faith amongst co-w...

10. Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    mmsparkle replied to XB9S's topic in UK

    Oh yes, and one last one: If you were successful, what further support and development would you require from us?

11. Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    mmsparkle replied to XB9S's topic in UK

    In case it may be of help to others, some of the questions I was asked were: Tell us a bit about yourself, and why you are applying for this post. Describe an emergency situation you were involved in, and how you reacted. Describe a situation where ...

12. Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    mmsparkle replied to XB9S's topic in UK

    Thank you. I'm about to get ready. Phew! I have researched the Francis report (or at least the exec summary!). I appreciate the encouragement.

13. Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    mmsparkle replied to XB9S's topic in UK

    Hi XB9S, I have read through this entire thread, and seen your helpful and informative posts throughout. Thank you. I am applying for a band 7 post in Critical Care, and have been offered an interview. I have a few questions: On the nhs jobs webs...

14. Band 7 interview

    mmsparkle replied to ducky82's topic in UK

    Great question - I also have a band 7 interview coming up, so all your answers are really helpful.

15. rapid response team

    mmsparkle replied to TulsaTime's topic in MICU

    I would agree with Dorimar. Our 'outreach' visits (proactive) are more of a priority than our 'MEWS' visits.