baylor06

baylor06 has 4 years experience and specializes in ER.

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1. Is your facility currently hiring new grads?

   baylor06 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

   I'm in Pittsburgh, my facility is hiring but it's definitely not warm lol.

2. should I quit my job for school

   baylor06 replied to crystalchen's topic in General Nursing

   Haha, didn't even realize there were abbreviations in the OP until I read the last post, guess I've been a nurse too long! ;-)

3. Chief of staff stood up for us ... a total "WOW" moment.

   baylor06 replied to Meg88's topic in General Nursing

   This an an awesome story. Glad you shared!

4. New Grad Starting in OB**** (Advice from all)

   baylor06 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I started out just as you did, and after some med surg mixed in with some telemetry, I am now the happiest ED nurse ever! Good luck and congrats!

5. worried about technical skills

   baylor06 replied to firstyearRN's topic in General Nursing

   Nobody expects a new grad to walk onto the unit dully trained and functional- relax! I agree with the above post about finding oppurtunities to learn new skills. Many nurses would love to help and teach you- just ask! You will learn so much... Just e...

6. Just got my first job in OB...VERY excited but nervous too...

   baylor06 replied to MarcyRN3385's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Congrats!!! Best advice is just to ask a lot of questions! Most of your patients will probably be healthy individuals, but always be prepared for the unexpected! There are usually tale tell signs that something is changing- gradually increasing blood...

7. How many years have you been a nurse?

   baylor06 replied to rn4ever?'s topic in General Nursing

   4 years, all types of units (agency), currently ft ER nurse. Plan on working as an RN until I retire in some form or another.

8. What do you think of my ESSAY?

   baylor06 replied to emrebeth3's topic in General Nursing

   This is a great essay! I'm just a staff nurse, but I love how the essay is personal and it shows your desire for further education, which also exemplifies the fact that you are an ambitious person(which is a great quality to have in nursing!!) Good l...

9. I'm not asking for

   baylor06 replied to aeonaaron's topic in General Nursing

   My hospital has a "shadow" program available to employees looking to change fields as well as the general public where you can spend a few hours with a nurse, etc. Contact HR at some of your local hospitals to see if they have a similar program. Good...

10. evidence-based nursing practice

    baylor06 replied to 2be1nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly lol...

11. Patient Survey's Opinions Please....

    baylor06 replied to neuro9's topic in General Nursing

    I've found that just simple communicating with patients can help with this quite a bit! Sometimes just a simple reason, ie I don't know what time your x-Ray will be done because the ED is really packed today with emergent cases, etc. Just let them kn...

12. Do You Remember Your Patient's Name?

    baylor06 replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    A trick that I use is when I introduce myself or am introduced to someone, I immediately repeat their name back, for example: nice to meet you, (insert their name here). It works most of the time.

13. New RN grad wanting advice

    baylor06 replied to nlunt's topic in SRNA

    CRNA programs require a minimum of one year, sometimes two, of critical care experience. ICU, sometimes ER, will open that door for you. Good luck!

14. Just had my first one.....

    baylor06 replied to Crux1024's topic in General Nursing

    It never gets any easier... You just have to remember that for every patient that dies that are hundreds you help. Every nurse that's been at the bedside for any amount of time has been there. Maybe someone you can talk to that you trust and respect,...

15. Can I please get some critiques on this letter?

    baylor06 replied to Angels_wearScrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Don't forget to attach a resume as well! Good luck!