SpecialK38 replied to OBnurseSandy's topic in Ob/Gyn
Hi Sandy- I'm curious why you go from couplet care to nursery and back? Our nursery is open 24 hrs and we try to staff a RN and a PCT if we can- if not, just a RN so assessments can get done. Although the nursery RN does much of the care, the coupl...
I agree- we use peppermint oil on a 2x2 in our hats and it sometimes helps. Unfortunately women's bladders can get distended during pregnancy and have less sensation. That along with some residual epidural can leave them without the urge to go. Al...
SpecialK38 replied to Rhubarb J.'s topic in Indiana
Just curious if this is in fact a HIPA violation- The Hospital System was identified, but not unit, etc.- the poster's ID and pts ID (including any demographic information) was not disclosed. This is from a previous Allnurses post on HIPA:HIPAA regu...
Yes- the trach irritates the trachea causing more mucus to be produced- the humidification is necessary because the air doesn't go through the nasal turbinates for humidification. I've heard of patients who weren't humidifed well enough getting mucu...
SpecialK38 replied to Brooke..RN's topic in Indiana
Hi Brooke- I am SO SORRY this happened to you! I just graduated in Dec 2010 and was hired to a IN LTAC. My orientation was 12 weeks with classes for even the experienced nurses- EKG, etc. We also had a very good preceptor program. Unfortunately, it ...
Hey there! I am just a newly graduated RN, and may not have the MOST seasoned advice, but it seems like I struggle with the same thing you do-being painfully honest!!! :) I feel guilty if I don't tell all the truth in every gory detail, but it's no...
SpecialK38 replied to SpecialK38's topic in Career Support
Hi RN071 It's true that there is a comfort level to PP- also lower acuity level which I'm looking for after my intense stint at LTAC. Found out that they are looking for mostly evenings and some nights, but have interview this am at 1000 and will f...
SpecialK38 replied to sickofapplying's topic in New Nurse
I agree with SweetseRN- I graduated in Dec 2010 with tech experience. I found a job opening I was really excited about-applied online and then went to the hospital. I introduced myself as a new grad and applicant (It was a smaller specialty hospita...
Hello all-Well, obviously you are NOT me, so I will tell you more about me....40 year old F with previous BS, graduated with ASN (RN) in December 2010. Three children 14, 12 and 9. Husband's job provides enough income- nursing for pleasure and adde...
We could pass NCLEX first go around at 75 questions, but could we take a patient load of 6-7? I did not feel confident that's for sure. I was told by a nurse once that you're not a real nurse until you hit the 5yr mark. I took great offense at tha...