I've been a med- surg nurse for 5 years.
My sense of confidence changed when I started transitioning to labor and delivery. I suddenly went from expert to novice again. Initially, I was even scared to talk to expectant moms and fathers. Soon, I ...
pikachu715 replied to Sheika34's topic in New Nurse
It's normal to not know and to feel incompetent. Trust me we've all been there. Okay, you didn't perform so well at your clinicals. But you will improve. What you need to do is after each clinical, go over how your day was. What went well and what d...
pikachu715 replied to Bunsbuns's topic in Job Hunt
Most job applications ask for past work experience. No GPA required. Even when I was applying for new graduate positions, the hospitals did not ask for GPA results.
If possible get your BSN so that it gives you a more of an edge when applying for jobs. Applying for a RN job can be competitive. There are always opportunities to do overtime as a RN. Winter time is when hospitals are usually short staffed. However...
Problem: Hospital protocol states that all PEG tube residual is discarded. However, family wants PEG tube residual returned to the pt. There is also a standing order by the doctor to "Discard any PEG tube residual. Follow hospital protocol regarding ...
pikachu715 replied to Eppersonar's topic in Pre-Nursing
Take microbiology first. It is more interesting. You get to learn about different cell parts, elements that make a pathogen, and gram staining. This knowledge sets a good foundation for you to know about drugs. I am not sure if your pharmacy course g...
Pt (non verbal and cannot write) with chronic bilateral knee pain. Takes norco at home. When in the hospital, RN brought norco to pt's room but left with medication on the table top. Pt's son pocketed the medication. Son states that he gave it to th...