CameoRN

CameoRN has 1 years experience and specializes in ICU, Cardiac, Public Health.

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1. Are you a First Assistant?

   CameoRN replied to Devon Rex's topic in Operating Room

   At my hospital, nurses are the hands-off part of surgery ("circulation nurse" who stays out of the sterile field, preps necessary items, counts sponges, and runs after more supplies if needed.) We have specially trained Surgery Techs that are First ...

2. Saw my first dead body in the hospital

   CameoRN replied to NurseAndLovinIt's topic in General Nursing

   I really REALLY appreciate your post. I can relate to the question of shock? maturity? cold? I have recently been questioning myself, too, in regards to an afternoon in the med room with another nurse and an extremely dehydrated 2 month old. I was...

3. Used as a job reference.

   CameoRN replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

   Oh, and the other thing I meant to say...I would never give a reference for someone who didn't ask my permission first. Ya know what I mean?

4. Used as a job reference.

   CameoRN replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

   When I was in a position of hiring/reference giving (non-nursing) our policy was to only state if the person was eligible for rehire or not. So I would tell the inquirer that was the policy, and then "yes, they are" or more often than not, "No, they'...

5. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

   CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

   Sparklie, I love that phrase...I will be using that! And thanks for making me feel welcome!

6. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

   CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

   Lux, that is too cool/exciting! What area are you getting into? Cheers to you too! :cheers:

7. "Keep Your Mobility for a Lifetime"

   CameoRN replied to CFitzRN's topic in General Nursing

   Ooooh! Cool stuff. I have been part of a "Healthy Ager" program, and I have many resources for you! You may have to dig around a bit on these sites, but hope this helps! (yes, everyone, I know assisted living doesn't necessarily equate geriatric...

8. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

   CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you Lux! Super sweet and encouraging of you to say. :) Woot for newbie sponges! lol Wish you lots of luck on your first day, and can't wait to hear all about it!

9. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

   CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks Tokmom! I really appreciate the welcome. :) Clinical Decision Unit is called Observation in some places. I think the new name is to help keep it truly a After they are in my unit, they are either discharged home or treated as a new admit to ...

10. Which stethoscope for nursing school?

    CameoRN replied to nowayitsmelissa's topic in Uniform/Gear

    I've been using the Littman Lightweight II. It doesn't hurt my ears, is actually light enough to not hurt my neck after 12h, and I hear great with it. Not saying it's the BEST, but I like it a lot. No complaints. And at around $45, a much smarter ...

11. New RN's...do you have a job ?

    CameoRN replied to pat8585's topic in New Nurse

    Super fortunate here...I applied for 6 positions, & was called to interview on one. I interviewed and got a 7p to 7a job in the Clinical Decision unit. It may not be as 'sexy' as some positions, but I think for a new grad, I'll get to see a lot...

12. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

    CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

    Do-Over, thanks! That's really what I wanted to hear...it DOES get better. :thankya:

13. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

    CameoRN replied to CameoRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Kay! I'll be working in the Clinical Decision Unit as a staff nurse. They tried to implement this unit a few years back but they didn't do their research and it ended up being more of an overflow. This time, they're doing it right. Great ad...

14. First job as a nurse; proud but nervous!

    CameoRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    The title says it all. I'm new here to allnurses, brand new to nursing, & proud as heck to have been offered my first job as an RN. (very humbled and thankful, too, as I realize it is hard to find ANY job right now). So the kicker is, I'm scared ...