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boomerfriend has 3 years experience and specializes in Pediatric ICU.


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  1. Stethoscope Question

    Remember, that in patient's rooms on contact precautions, you won't be able to use your own stethoscope anyway (or at least you shouldn't without cleaning it before and after). I found that my cheapie got me through nursing school and a family membe...
  2. Dealing with emotion during patient care.

    Wow Janfrn. Great post. I too work in a pediatric ICU. We see far too many deaths for my taste. I wonder how long I can continue to work in this environment. We have a great support staff for the patient's families as well as the staff. It is ex...
  3. What is the dress code at Phoenix Children's?

    No restrictions. Most nurses wear scrub tops in their choice of color/print. Some floors wear t-shirts with scrub pants.
  4. Phoenix children's hospital

    There's no set dress code at PCH. Some floors have t-shirts they wear with their scrub pants. I know in the ICU, we only wear scrub tops (no t-shirts) but no restriction on colors/patterns, etc. Fun to wear the kid-like prints (i.e. Spongebob, Dor...
  5. CNA Doing Sterile Dressing Change

    I had to look this up for myself (particularly because I didn't know the SOP for CNAs).... It reads: 16.3 Assists with care of residents with special needs. A. Observes and reports the condition of resident's dressings/wounds with drainage. B. Demons...
  6. GAPP at PCH - graduating Dec 2010

    There's nothing posted because as of right now, there probably isn't a GAPP class scheduled. Just keep checking the website. Each care area posts openings for the GAPP class. They haven't been hiring but it's got to change - don't lose hope. It's...
  7. How hard is being an RN?

    I graduated from nursing school at the tender age of 43 ~ It is NOT for the faint of heart, or anyone that doesn't like body fluids, icky and smelly things. However, the benefits are endless. Yes, it's a tough job. I cannot deny that. The social ...
  8. NP jobs in AZ?

    I know that Phoenix Children's Hospital employs NPs. Family practice may not be quite the fit but worth a try. It's located in downtown Phoenix but recommend living in the East or West valley as opposed to the downtown area ~ although there are som...
  9. Phoenix Children's

    Unfortunately, that is how jobs are filled nowadays - it seems like agencies always refer you to the "website". I've encountered that multiple times... As far as I know, there may be some departments in the hospital hiring for the GAPP but as far as ...
  10. "Student" applying to hospital's. Should I tell them...

    I don't know how you'd include that in your resume but I'd definitely bring it up in the interview - if you get one.
  11. Need some advice: NAU vs GCU for RN to BSN program

    I just completed my BSN through GCU in July of this year. I'm pleased with the program although the administration was a bit difficult to work through. I graduated from Phoenix College with an ADN in the old system requiring Patho and Nutrition. I...
  12. Curious about the new grads not finding jobs?

    I think there's a shortage of jobs period. I have a friend that graduated in December 09' and she's still unemployed - waiting for a new grad program at a hospital. There's few job postings at the hospital I'm at for experienced nurses and they're ...
  13. You need to evaluate where you see yourself working in the next 5, 10, 20 years. What education, experience, etc. do you need to get there? Don't be short-sighted and look at the $$$ today and miss an opportunity to broaden your experience toward s...
  14. How to get ped's experience?

    We are always thankful for anyone that spends their time as a volunteer at Phoenix Children's Hospital. Here's the link to get started: http://www.phoenixchildrens.com/ways-of-giving/get-involved/volunteer/ You can request the area you want to work....
  15. Phoenix children's hospital

    A couple more points: the St. Joe's nurses will be given the opportunity to interview for a position at PCH - it's not a guaranteed job change. Also, little known fact is that PCH has a NICU at the Thomas campus as well as the well-known one at Good...