RNJEN818

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1. Pedi Etiquette

   RNJEN818 posted a topic in Pediatric

   I'm new to peds and was wondering what is the best etiquette when making introductions? Do I introduce myself first to the child then the parents? Or the parents first? Does it depend on age of the child? What approach would build the best rapport...

2. 15 month old getting 750mg Rocephin

   RNJEN818 replied to RaleighNurse's topic in Pediatric

   I agree, the vastus lateralis is the way to go. Current research shows, the ventrogluteal site is always preferred over the gluteas medius (buttock) because of the possibility of hitting the sciatic nerve. In general, I would never give a buttock IM...

3. What are some good tools for a pediatric nurse who is a new grad?

   RNJEN818 replied to RNJEN818's topic in Pediatric

   Thank you! Do you use the epocrates app for CE credits? If so how do you like it? There really is an app for everything!

4. Getting started in Peds

   RNJEN818 replied to mmcc26's topic in Pediatric

   Hello! I'm a new grad who just landed a RN Residency job in a pediatric unit. My advice to you is, if you have a passion, keep working towards it. Don't let words like "bad job market" alter your drive to be where you want to be. Jobs are out the...

5. What are some good tools for a pediatric nurse who is a new grad?

   RNJEN818 posted a topic in Pediatric

   I am a new grad and just got hired on a pediatric floor. I was wondering what do I need before starting work. So far I can think of... -scrubs, of course.. -nice shoes (any recommendations? I think the slip-ons are pretty cool...advice?) -stethosco...