ToughingItOut

ToughingItOut has 5 years experience and specializes in NICU.

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1. Research and new grad status?

   ToughingItOut replied to BeachsideRN's topic in Research

   I have worked in research in the past and I miss it very much....I'll hopefully find my way back to research soon. Unfortunately, bedside tends to pay better. :/

2. Research and new grad status?

   ToughingItOut replied to BeachsideRN's topic in Research

   Greetings KeyLime, While I think that you will make an exceedingly strong candidate to enter research right off the bat, I would strongly suggest that you put in at least 6 months - 1 year of hospital nursing first. Six months will go by in no time,...

3. Are research nurses considered authors of papers?

   ToughingItOut replied to chemokine's topic in Research

   I've been listed on many publications - usually as a middle author, but it's still pretty neat! I have been the first author on one paper during my two years in research...and I didn't even seek that out! There are plenty of publication opportuni...

4. The Worst Hospital Visitor I've Ever Seen

   ToughingItOut replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Relations

   PMFB-RN, I want to work where you do...

5. Visitors/family with bad odors

   ToughingItOut replied to winterblue's topic in NICU

   I tend to overlook the BO factor. BO can be a sign of extreme stress, depression, and simple lack of time and facilities; it actually tends to make me feel badly for my patients. I take BO as a sign that this family may need a little more TLC. I us...

6. New Grad REALLY interested in NICU

   ToughingItOut replied to Culli005's topic in NICU

   PICU would be a great alternative. PICU nurses often take care of NICU type patients, and a lot of PICUs seem to hire new grads. Other than that, peds anything or ICU anything would be the best crossover, but I had the pleasure of precepting severa...

7. Trouble understanding PPHN...

   ToughingItOut replied to LucyRn4's topic in NICU

   Yes, as a new grad I once went through an elaborate explanation of PPHN as "Primary Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn." And of course...the father was a RN! But it kind of make sense...right!?I discovered my error out soon afterwards, but it's al...

8. New Grad REALLY interested in NICU

   ToughingItOut replied to Culli005's topic in NICU

   When will you graduate with your BSN? Having your BSN should really help with the job hunt.

9. Looking for a research job?

   ToughingItOut posted a topic in Research

   I realize that this is not the kind of specialty that will drive most nurses relocate, however, I do know of a few job openings (both from personal experience as well as recent searches). If anyone is interested, feel free to pm me! :)

10. New Grad Trying for NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to UCAFblue's topic in NICU

    Hey there, I saw that you tried to pm me but my inbox was full. I cleared it out so please try again! Sorry for the inconvenience. :)

11. New Grad Trying for NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to UCAFblue's topic in NICU

    I may have a couple ideas...but it all depends on how much you're willing to settle for location in order to get started in NICU. I relocated for my first job, and I don't have any regrets. PM me if you want some ideas.

12. Done it All.... Now THIS.

    ToughingItOut replied to Bezoars's topic in NICU

    Don't take it personally. I once asked a fellow NICU nurse how her new PRN gig was working out at a neighboring hospital. The response? "The unit is great! Of course there are ****** NICU nurses wherever you go, but that's expected." I have also...

13. please help

    ToughingItOut replied to raindrop's topic in Research

    I agree with the other posters. You sincerely do not need an expensive certification. You may take a pay cut starting out, but there are plent of opportunities. From what I've seen, you need one of three areas of expertise to switch over to resear...

14. survey For School Age

    ToughingItOut replied to Amira Neeva's topic in Research

    Greetings, Consenting minors always adds another layer of complication. Will there be only one survey or several? Do you have the support of the school (hopefully yes)? If so, I would recommend "piggybacking" your consent on to another school documen...

15. Research Fellowship Help!

    ToughingItOut replied to RNKimmy's topic in Research

    Hi RNKimmy, This may seem like a very simple idea, but I have seen small research initiatives focused on increased use of medical alert bracelets. While simple and tried and true, the decision to order and wear a medical alert bracelet can make a hu...